Bomb-Sniffing Dog Given Presidential Medal
Patron, a bomb-sniffing dog who helped to keep the 2018 World Cup in Russia safe, has been awarded the Presidential Medal of honor.
Trauma of Healthcare Workers Similar to Combat Vets
The trauma of healthcare workers has been compared to that of combat veterans. In a year-long study of more than 1,000 healthcare workers, one in four reported symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Pope Criticizes Couples Who Choose Pets Over Children
Pope Francis has been outspoken in his criticism of couples who choose to have pets instead of children. In a recent interview, he said that “those who choose not to have children are selfish and are more like animals than humans.”
4 Books About Understanding Global Cultures
We all get landlocked within our own culture occasionally. It feels comfortable to hang out with like-minded people that don’t challenge our reality. What gets…
Why Spongebob Became a Cultural Phenomenon
When Stephen Hillenburg first created Spongebob Squarepants, there was no way that he would know that his character would become a cultural phenomenon. This Emmy-winning…
How Easter Observances Are Different Globally
Easter is one of Christianity’s more important holidays. It’s also a celebration of different events all over the world. Some items are common to most…
Are People Changing Holiday Travel Due to COVID-19?
Travel plans are changing for people all over the world this holiday season because of COVID-19. Although more people are moving around, plenty of caution…
Is the Outlook for the Box Office Better in 2021?
Movies were supposed to be huge in 2020. We had a Black Widow film to see, Wonder Woman was coming back, and a new James…
Culture Shock Symptoms to Watch for When Moving to a New Country
Culture shock is more than having a few unexpected circumstances come your way after moving to a new country. It can be a physical illness,…
Most Celebrated Holidays Around the World in September
When September comes along, many people recognize Labor Day as being the most recognized and celebrated holiday for the month. Did you know that another…