Global citizenship does not replace passports or boundaries, and it is not a legal status. Still, according to a BBC World Service poll, many people are increasingly identifying as global citizens rather than national citizens. A global citizen is someone who is aware of and understands the larger world – and their … Read more
Situational comedies, or “sitcoms,” are a staple of American television. Short, funny, smart, and easy to watch in one sitting. Once you start watching one show, it’s easy to lose track of time and watch 10 more, spending hours on the couch. The main focus of these shows is usually a group … Read more
Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David made the American show Seinfeld. It ran on NBC from July 5, 1989, to May 14, 1998, for nine seasons and 180 episodes. It’s about Seinfeld’s personal life with three of his friends: his best friend George Costanza (Jason Alexander), his ex-girlfriend Elaine Benes (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), and … Read more
The number of people opting to “go off the grid” or give up traditional forms of communal assistance has increased during the past several years. Attempts to live a more self-sufficient, sustainable life, formerly the purview of extremists and survivalists, are gaining popularity among the general public. Environmental worries and the pursuit … Read more
K-pop, a.k.a. Korean popular music, has taken the world by storm. Over the last decade, South Koreans produced content that enjoyed a newfound appreciation for its creativity and culture. With shows like Squid Game becoming one of the highest viewed shows on Netflix, to Psy’s Gangnam Style being one of the most viewed videos on YouTube … Read more
Nationality and religion play a big part when it comes to the traditions of Asian cultures. When it’s time to express your condolences to a friend from another culture, you may not be sure of what kinds of flowers to send or if you should even give flowers at all. Certain etiquette … Read more