• Knowing the Rich Japanese Culture By Tomoko Asai
  The Japanese culture has developed over the years. From the ancient and classical Japan, to the birth of the samurais, and now a modern Japanese culture .... special occasions. Indeed the Japanese culture is rich in variety and has its distinct characteristics that make it one of the best cultures in the world.

• Moon Festival for Children By Ray Ritchey
  The Moon Festival is an exciting time for Chinese children. It is a rare event that a child is allowed to stay up way past bedtime, and spent outdoors .... lessons to encourage a child to perform well in school. The Moon Festival is definitely a fun time, not only for adults, but for children as well.

• Is the American Flag Alive? By Eddie Hill
  Is the American Flag Alive? The next time you drive by that car dealership with the hundred foot flag pole, look up and be sure to notice, the gracef .... should be worn on the left lapel near the heart. Is the American Flag alive? Well, for this zealous Patriot… For me, the answer is a definitive YES!

• Christmas Cards: A Historical Look at a Popular Tradition By Ellen Bell
  Almost all of us have, at one time or another, sent or received a Christmas card. These printed holiday greetings are a mainstay of the Christmas season .... century London, the Christmas card industry has blossomed into a multi-billion dollar giant that will surely continue to grow and evolve in the future.

• People in Thailand By James Andrew
  The modern Nation of Thailand is a multicultural society. The predominant Thai culture, identity and civilization emerged as a by product of the interaction .... farmers [ wet rice farmers ], heirarchical and non hierarchical societies, spirit beliefs and religion [ Buddhist, Muslim, Hindu, Taoist, animist, etc ].

• Native Tattoo Meanings and Customs By Mark Jordan
  Today many parents panic if their child gets a tattoo at some point in their life. Many think of it as a degrading practice that symbolizes rebellion .... times have a common tattoo. For most it is popular to merely acquire a tattoo that has a personal meaning, and for others it is simply a fancy adornment.

• Christmas Trees - The History of a Christmastime Tradition By Ellen Bell
  When we talk about the history of Christmas trees, there are really several issues to address. First, there is the association of the evergreen tree with .... thing remains the same. A beautifully decorated Christmas tree is still an inspiring sight enjoyed by all that puts us in the holiday spirit each year.

• Indian Culture: Melting Point Of A Great Civilization By Sonal Arya
  "India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, grandmother of legend, and great grand mother of tradition .... unique on its own. The diversity found in the living practices, languages, customs and traditions has vastly shape the growth of this great civilization.

• How Did Halloween Start? By Lillie Davis
  Have you ever wonder how Halloween got started? The modern holiday of Halloween has its origins in the ancient Gaelic festival known as Samhain. The Festival .... Halloween has its origins in the ancient Gaelic festival known as Samhain. The Festival op">Click Here! For more than 50 Halloween Recipes, Click Here!

• Retire to Exotic Thailand By Brian Bees
  Retirement is the point where a person stops employment completely. A person may also semi-retire and keep some sort of retirement job, out of choice .... thlready experiencing this lifestyle. Why not join them? Each day is precious and we should be enjoying life to its fullest. The best is yet to come.

• Significance of Deepavali Festival By Ashish Phanse
  Diwali, or Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights. It is celebrated in a big way in India and Nepal, where it is called Tihar. The term Deepavali is .... other countries. Therefore, this festival is being celebrated by a lot of expatriates in the same graceful manner as it is celebrated on the home front.

• Irish Winter Traditions By Aine Minogue
  The journey of winter is upon us; and travelling through the celtic countries, where Yule, New Year, Hogmagog, Christmas and the Winter Solstice have uniquely .... involves musicians who go from gathering to gathering playing music on "St. Steven's Day" (December 26th), and "passing the hat."

• Nazi Jews:A Historical Paradox By Brian Cuban
  Would it surprise anyone to learn that there were upwards of 150, 000 soldiers of partial Jewish descent serving in the Nazi army during World War II? .... accepted in the United States. Jews argue among themselves over this issue. It is a conflict that transcends time. Copyright (c) 2008 Brian Cuban

• The Gay Rights Movement in History By Suneva Suneva
  Free will is an instinctive part of human nature; every person desires to live their life on their own terms. Regardless to where people live in the world .... empathy and deeper understanding. It’s becoming clear to many that supporting the gay rights movement is essential to safeguarding all human rights as well.

• Tattoos Are Cool: A Pop Culture Trend By Jessica Vandelay
  In the last five years tattoos and tattoo culture have made their way to the mainstream pop culture. While tattoos have long been popular, never before .... cheap 3) boyfriend/girlfriend names 4) impulsive 5) being drunk A subscription to a tattoo magazine is a great way to research reasons to get a tattoo.

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