Human rights are not things that are put on the table for people to enjoy. These are things you fight for and then you protect. –Wangari Maathai Born in rural Kenya in 1940, Wangari Maathai was a powerhouse of...
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Many of us have someone in our lives we can share our worries with, someone who is willing to hear our burdens. But for those times we need a little extra support, there are worry dolls. Worry dolls are...
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After the long and dreary season of winter, is it any wonder that people are ready to party? For years and years, different cultures have found different ways to mark the long-awaited arrival of spring. From street shenanigans to...
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India’s colorful and opulent weddings have long been an intrinsic aspect of its culture. Thanks to India’s visible diaspora, the Big Fat Indian Wedding has caught the world’s fancy. The grand traditions of an Indian wedding are still practiced by Indian...
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Some neighborhoods are known for their local history. Others for their delicious local cuisine. And others? Well, they’re just downright beautiful. Check out these colorful neighborhoods, whose vibrant hues make them must-see destinations. Bo-Kaap, South Africa A former township,...
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Ever wonder how printed clothing and textiles are made? Long before large industrial machines churned out fabric, the patterns on cloth had to be created by hand! One of the ways this was done was through a technique called...
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Think you have a knack for foreign languages? Try picking up Japanese – all 2,000 characters of it! In place of an alphabet, Japanese has an extensive set of pictograms called kanji. According to the Koujiten, an ancient dictionary...
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The Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays for countless families around the world. But what is it? And how do people celebrate? Simply put, the Chinese New Year celebrates…well…the New Year! It falls on a...
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Featured on necklaces, rings, and bracelets, this special material looks and feels like elephant ivory. But it’s actually a nut! Read on to learn more about Tagua nut and its history. What is Tagua Nut? Tagua nut is a...
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A tetsubin is a traditional Japanese tea kettle and an icon of Japanese culture. Made of cast iron, tetsubin are super sturdy and solid to boot! Tetsubin have been around for hundreds of years. The kettles became commonplace in Japan during...
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Full of antioxidants, matcha is a popular and nutritious way to enjoy green tea. It’s frothy, has a distinct taste, and delivers a burst of energy that rivals coffee. A standard offering at many tea shops and cafes, matcha...
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