In many ways, Thailand and the Philippines are similar when it comes to how they value the culture of being polite. There are certain rules observed when it comes to greetings, corporate communication, dealing with the elders and what to do when in public. These…
Traveling to a country that you are not familiar with can be both exciting and frightening. The thrill that comes with doing something for the first time is totally unmatched. At the same time, not knowing what to expect upon arrival can also make you…
Malaysia and Indonesia share a lot in common and one of them is their official language. Though there are slight differences in some words, the language used in these two countries are generally the same. Bahasa Indonesia or Bahasa Melayu is spoken by over 200…
That men and women communicate differently is a widely accepted idea. There are notable differences in the way males and females communicate. In the present social setup, there is a need to be mindful of proper and appropriate communication. It is not enough to simply…
If you are familiar with Japanese drama, or Jdorama as it is usually called among the fans, you will have encountered the word “sumimasen” countless times. This is a very interesting word and it is something that is more deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, for…
Located in what is today known as the northeastern part of Afghanistan that stretches to Pakistan and northwestern part of India, the Indus Valley Civilization in its early stage existed as a Bronze Age civilization from 3300 to 1300 BCE. Its mature period covered 2600…
With a population of over 300 million, the United States is divided into different regions. These regions have distinct qualities as determined by the individual status of the states that comprise each division. The factors that contribute to a region’s overall attribute include economic, cultural…
Many Americans have been focusing on Thanksgiving held this Thursday but not everyone was perhaps aware that the Jewish Hanukkah fell on the same day this year. First time in over a hundred years This is the first time in 125 years that Thanksgiving and…
It’s Thanksgiving Day in America! How long is your list of things to thank for? Not about the turkey Thanksgiving is not just about the turkey. It is actually an embodiment of gratitude by the American people based on the earlier pages of their nation’s…
Indian tepees looked primeval and colorful as well as exuded with a certain feel of tribal security and solidarity. In the 18th to 19th centuries, they were built mainly to protect Native American families from heat, rain, wind and other weather elements. The tepees were…
Why is Holland always associated with windmills? Why do windmills in the scenery background often symbolize Dutch landscape? Certainly, these questions may have crossed one’s mind. It makes one curious that images of windmills, no matter where they are located, evoke the thought of Holland,…
They are the portraits of strength and endurance as they generally outlive their male counterparts. The Japanese women are known to have longer life expectancy than Japanese men and they continue to live to tell their inspiring tales. Top in the list Japan tops the…
