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Why Are Egypt's Treasures Housed Overseas? | History | Smithsonian Magazine
On the eve of the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, some of the country's artifacts, from the Rosetta Stone to the bust of Nefertiti, remain ov... (2022)
Ten Cultural Experiences to Put on Your Post-Pandemic Bucket List | Travel | Smithsonian Magazine
From a lantern festival in Korea to camel racing in Oman, these traditions have us dreaming of future travel (2021)
'Woke' American Ideas Are a Threat, French Leaders Say - The New York Times
Politicians and prominent intellectuals say social theories from the United States on race, gender and post-colonialism are a threat to French iden... (2021)
How Fear Took Over the American Suburbs - Citylab, Bloomberg
How Fear Took Over the American Suburbs The new book “Neighborhood of Fear” shows the rise of suburban vigilantes and NIMBYs in the late part of... (2021)
5 obscure pagan festivals around the world
Paganism is experiencing a global revival as more people are reconnecting with nature. Here are five traditional ancient celebrations around the wo... (2020)
The 1918 Flu, Masks and Lessons for the Coronavirus Pandemic - The New York Times
As the influenza pandemic swept across the United States in 1918 and 1919, masks took a role in political and cultural wars. (2020)
America’s fastest growing foreign language is from south India
No, it's not Hindi. One Indian community is growing like no other in the US. Between 2010 and 2017, the number of native Telugu speakers in t... (2020)
The History of the Hawaiian Shirt | Innovation
From kitsch to cool, ride the waves of undulating popularity of a tropical fashion statement "Though its precise origins are lost to history, th... (2020)
NYTimes: We Live in Zoom Now
From Zoom University to the Zoom Party - Zoom is where we work, go to school and party these days. (2020)
In Laos, a good luck ceremony involves tossing rice, tying strings, and manhandling a boiled chicken
A baci is a traditional good luck ceremony in Laos. It involves a centerpiece around which family members sit, chant, hold strings, and feast. (2019)
Halloween traditions around the world and the history of Halloween - Matador Network
Halloween traditions around the world include performing tricks for treats, carving turnips and apple dooking in Scotland, and cosplaying in Japan. (2019)
Trash Cans Are Rare in Japanese Cities. Why Are They So Tidy?
The near-absence of public garbage bins in cities like Tokyo is both a security measure and a reflection of a cultural aversion to littering. "F... (2019)
The Unlikely Rise of the Pastel de Nata, and Why It’s Suddenly Everywhere - Bloomberg
The centuries-old Portuguese treat has become a global brand, and a very modern marketing machine is pushing it. But there’s also a more unlikel... (2019)
Culture Shock for French in Quebec: ‘We Smoke Cigarettes, They Smoke Pot’ - The New York Times
Thousands of French people are coming to live in Quebec and discovering that a common language doesn’t necessarily mean a common culture. (2019)
Here's why we're entering the Golden Age of Podcasts (in - Chartable
Spotify's acquisition of Gimlet Media and Anchor signals the beginning of the Golden Age of Podcasts. It's the culmination of many trends: More lis... (2019)
YouTube Unleashed a Conspiracy Theory Boom. Can It Be Contained? - The New York Times
What if stemming the tide of misinformation on YouTube means punishing some of its biggest stars? (2019)
Standing at Ground Zero for UFO Believers | Literary Hub
A Scientist Studies Our Need to Believe in Aliens "You need to wear the blindfold." Tyler's voice was calm but firm. His southern accent took a ... (2019)
America Lets Too Much Young Talent Go to Waste - Bloomberg Opinion
Failing to identify and help poor and minority students isn’t just unfair. It also hurts growth. (2019)
In France, Comic Books Are Serious Business - The New York Times
At the Angoulême International Comics Festival, there was a sense that the best days for comic books may be yet to come — in the French-speaking wo... (2019)
The economics of streaming is making songs shorter - QZ
Streaming means it pays to keep your songs short. Our analysis shows that the biggest rappers and country stars are changing their song lengths to ... (2019)
Diversity Is an American Strength, Not Weakness - Bloomberg
As JFK said of going to the moon: Assimilating different people makes the country better not because it’s easy, but because it’s hard. (2018)
Who Was Sarah Josepha Hale? | Thanksgiving History | The Old Farmer's Almanac
Who is Sarah Josepha Hale? Give thanks to Sarah Josepha Hale for the celebration of Thanksgiving. Learn all about the history of Thanksgiving from ... (2018)
African Americans, Caribbean diaspora's return to Africa is Ghana — Quartz Africa
Right from the founding of modern Ghana Kwame Nkrumah preached pan-Africanism that transcended the shores of Africa. (2018)
The Most Misread Poem in America
Everyone knows Robert Frost’s “The Road Not Taken”—and almost everyone gets it wrong. David Orr on the popular misconceptions surrounding the icon... (2015)
Happy ‘National Jealousy Day’! Finland Bares Its Citizens’ Taxes - The New York Times
Once a year, the authorities disclose the taxable incomes of all Finns, prompting talk of who’s up, who’s down — and who may be weaseling out of ta... (2018)
One of Japan’s great institutions makes way for a car park - Banyan - The Economist
LAST Saturday at six in the morning the handbells rang and auctioneers launched with guttural chanting into the last auction of bluefin tuna at Tok... (2018)
The College Recruit and the Downfall of a Hall of Fame Coach - The New York Times
Should a high school star be prevented from playing college basketball because his father was accused of taking a bribe? (2018)
Opinion | To Restore Civil Society, Start With the Library - The New York Times
This crucial institution is being neglected just when we need it the most. (2018)
Goal 8: Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - Time for Global Action for People and Planet (2018)
Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
United Nations 2015: Time for Global Action. Focus on gender equality and women's empowerment to achieve sustainable development (2018)
Why Portuguese Food is Hiding Everywhere
Cultures and cuisines inspire each other all around the world, especially in the last few decades. But Portugal seems to be a special case. It's a ... (2023)
The European Union - Summary on a Map
In this video, we trace the evolution of the European Union since the end of WWII until Brexit.-------- (2023)
Why modern America creates fragile children | Jonathan Haidt
Kids are more anxious and depressed than ever. Is identity politics to blame? (2023)
French Alps and Lyon
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon — which, at least in its own mind, rivals Paris — we head for ... (2023)
Panama City: Gate of the Americas | Travel Documentary and Guide | Things to Know and What to Expect
Hey guys, this video is of my journey in Panama. I’ll be talking about some of the things to see and do, lodging, food, and so on; hopefully I can ... (2023)
What Venice Carnival is really like and how to take part... on a budget!
Carnival is a time to dust off your best costume, take on a new identity and commit all manner of sins...and celebrations in Venice are no exceptio... (2023)
Rome: Back-Street Riches
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In this third of three shows on the Eternal City, we'll explore this grand metropolis — so rich in art and cultu... (2023)
Italy’s Verona, Padova, and Ravenna
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities in the Veneto area. Padova is famed for its venerable unive... (2023)
Buenos Aires, Argentina's Megacity: Europe in the Americas
Buenos Aires was once a top-tier global city but has underperformed in the last century. (2023)
Lisbon and the Algarve
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | We start in Lisbon, where salty sailors' quarters and wistful fado singers mix with ornate architecture to recal... (2023)
Portugal's Heartland
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | Portugal has an oversized history, fascinating culture, and boatloads of sardines. Saving the capital city of Li... (2023)
Sicily, Italy - Sicilian Delights - Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | Sicily serves up a full-bodied and tasty travel experience. We'll dine on fresh seafood at the fisherman's harbo... (2023)
Basque Country - Northern Spain, Southern France
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | The homeland of the proud and resilient Basque people is split between France and Spain. From our San Sebastián ... (2023)
Germany: Munich, Bavaria and the Foothills of the Alps
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In Munich, where locals specialize in good living, we visit boisterous markets and go-for-Baroque palaces, while... (2023)
Brazil: History, Geography, Economy & Culture
Taking up half the continent of South America, Brazil is host to vast array of landscapes and biomes - from the steamy Amazon Rainforests, to the s... (2023)
Rick Steves' The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today
Rick Steves' The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today (2023)
European Travel Skills with Rick Steves
Rick Steves European Travel Talk | Rick Steves shares the essential skills for smart European travel: itinerary planning, packing light, getting ca... (2023)
Italy: Siena and Tuscany's Wine Country
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | Check your local public television station for this Rick Steves’ Europe episode or watch it online… (2023)
Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes
Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes (2023)
Italy: Rome – Rick Steves Travel Talks
In this travel lecture, Rick Steves tours Rome — from the ancient ruins at the Forum and Colosseum to St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican (with Mic... (2023)
Highlights of Castile: Toledo and Salamanca
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | We roam the region of Castile, starting in Toledo — so well-preserved and packed with cultural wonder that the e... (2023)
Rick Steves' Luther and the Reformation
Five hundred years ago, Martin Luther kicked off the Protestant Reformation, which contributed to the birth of our modern age. In this one-hour spe... (2023)
Rick Steves Egypt: Yesterday and Today
Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In this hour-long special, Rick Steves explores the historic and cultural wonders of Egypt. In Cairo, we climb i... (2023)
Italy Travel Skills
Rick Steves European Travel Talk | Travel guidebook author Rick Steves describes Italy's top stops — the Cinque Terre, Milan, Venice, Florence, Tus... (2023)
Rick Steves' Andalucía: The Best of Southern Spain
Join Rick as he weaves Andalucía's rich mix of culture, cuisine, history, and natural wonders into a 60-minute special. The hour includes the major... (2023)
How Denmark took a hard line on Immigrants | Foreign Correspondent
‘What is Danish?’ asks comedian Ellie Jokar. Born in Iran, now a Dane, Ellie struggles to understand why her once friendly country has pulled up th... (2023)
Iran: History, Geography, Economy & Culture
This is the story of Iran, once known as Persia. In this video, I explore the long history of Iran through to the controversial present, the divers... (2023)
Venice Explained
Explore with me the canals and squares of Venice to understand its architecture and its fascinating urban design.Subtitles available in several lan... (2023)
Rome Explained
How did great Renaissance minds modernize Rome? Explore with me the streets and monuments of the Eternal City and understand its architectural char... (2023)
Why wasn't Thailand Colonized?
Why wasn't Thailand Colonized?As the powers of Europe began to grow and expand throughout the world’s history, colonialism became the forefront of ... (2023)
Part 1: The Battle for Europe - The New York Times
Nationalist movements are taking root across the Continent. In a five-part series, we ask: Can the European Union survive? (2019)
Social media's threat to democracy
The Economist, 2017: “Twitter, Facebook and Google were supposed to improve politics. Instead, from Russian meddling in America's election to polit... (2017)
Cultural Breadth, Embeddedness, and Creativity - Google NotebookLM
This paper proposes that an individual's creativity is influenced by their adoption of their social group's culture. Creativity requires both novel... (2025)
Ghosts of Football Past
In anticipation of Super Bowl LII (Go Eagles), we're revisiting an old episode about the surprising history of how the game came to be. It's the en... (2023)
The Cost of Meritocracy With Michael Sandel - Capitalisn't | Podcast on Spotify
Listen to this episode from Capitalisn't on Spotify. Does meritocracy create a better world for everyone, or does it create massive inequality? The... (2021)
The Promise Of Meritocracy With Adrian Wooldridge - Capitalisn't | Podcast on Spotify
Listen to this episode from Capitalisn't on Spotify. Does meritocracy create a better world for everyone, or does it create massive inequality? The... (2021)
Millions of Americans face stigma of moving back in with their parents
As the financial crisis deepens, many adults are moving back home. But the trend started before the pandemic. (2020)
Return of the Yokai - Roman Mars - 99% Invisible Podcast
Listen to this episode from 99% Invisible on Spotify. In the US, mascots are used to pump up crowds at sporting events, or for traumat... (2020)
a16z Podcast: The Stories and Code of Culture Change
How do you build, set, shape, fix, change, culture? Sharing practical advice while drawing on examples of culture as code from a thousand years ago... (2019)
A Look At Miami Carnival, The History Of Carribean Food & Spices | WLRN
On the Wednesday, Oct. 9, episode of Sundial: New uses for dying malls Traditional malls across the U.S. are seeing fewer and fewer customers. The ... (2019)
YouTube and the End of Friction | Exponent
Ben and James discuss the question of YouTube, why it’s similar and different from Facebook, and why engagement is both alluring and a potential pr... (2019)
Access & Opportunity Podcast || Carla Harris and Freada Kapor Klein
Carla Harris talks to Freada Kapor Klein of the Kapor Capital, which invests in entrepreneurs who are women or from multicultural backgrounds. (2018)
The Laff Box - 99% Invisible
What happened to the laugh track? For nearly five decades, it was ubiquitous, simulating in-person audience experiences in home living rooms. But b... (2018)
HBR's 10 Must Reads on Managing Across Cultures, by Harvard Business Review
Put an end to miscommunication and inefficiency—and tap into the strengths of your diverse team. If you read nothing else on managing across cultur... (2025)
The Culture Map (INTL ED), by Erin Meyer
An international business expert helps you understand and navigate cultural differences in this insightful and practical guide, perfect for both yo... (2025)
Radical Candor, by Kim Scott
* New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller multiple years running * Translated into 20 languages, with more than half a million copies sol... (2023)
Founders at Work, by Jessica Livingston, co-founder of Y Combinator
Now available in paperback—with a new preface and interview with Jessica Livingston about Y Combinator! Founders at Work: Stories of Startups' ... (2023)
The Tyranny of Merit
A Times Literary Supplement’s Book of the Year 2020 A New Statesman's Best Book of 2020 A Bloomberg's Best Book of 2020 A Guardian Best Book About ... (2021)
The Aristocracy of Talent
The surprising history of an inspiring and sometimes dangerous idea Meritocracy- the idea that people should be advanced according to their talents... (2021)
The Complete Maus by Art Spiegelman
The Complete Maus book. Read 7,135 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Combined for the first time here are Maus I: A Survivor'... (2020)
The Complete Persepolis (Persepolis, #1-4) by Marjane Satrapi
The Complete Persepolis book. Read 7,446 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Here, in one volume: Marjane Satrapi's best-sellin... (2020)
The Almost Nearly Perfect People: Behind the Myth of the Scandinavian Utopia - by Michael Booth
Journalist Michael Booth has lived among the Scandinavians for more than ten years and has grown increasingly frustrated with the rose-tinted view ... (2019)
Boom Town: The Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City, by Sam Anderson
Oklahoma City and Its Chaotic Founding, Its Apocalyptic Weather, Its Purloined Basketball Team, and the Dream of Becoming a World-class Metropolis ... (2018)
The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland by Jim DeFede
When 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada by the closing of U.S. airspace on Sept... (2018)
UNESCO - Browse the Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Website of the Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (2021)
The world's largest ranking of countries and regions by English skills -- EF
The 8th edition of the EF English Proficiency Index ranks 88 countries and regions by their English skills. (2018)
Replika - Your AI friend
Replika is an AI friend that is always there for you. Grow your own. Your Replika learns from you, matches your personality and becomes your bes... (2018)