Category: Global Traditions
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Reconciling Dia de Los Muertos and Commercialism: Cultural Sensitivity
If your business is partaking in Dia de Los Muertos this year, consider using these suggestions to give back to communities and to create a bridge between consumers, holidays, and products.
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World Standards Day: What the World Agrees On
The theme for 2017 is “Standards Make Cities Smarter.” If you want to participate in events that celebrate World Standards Day, here are four fun activities you can engage in to make your mid-October more enjoyable.
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Thanksgiving in Canada
For Canadians, Thanksgiving has a different story. If you’re traveling to Canada this fall, learn about these 5 characteristics of Canadian Thanksgiving.
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The Places You’ll Go: Preparing for Study Abroad Culture Tips
Although the prospect of starting a new chapter in an unfamiliar location may be daunting for many, the school is there to support you during your journey. For those preparing for a semester abroad, follow these 4 tips for a smooth and successful journey!
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12 Lucky Wedding Traditions for Around the World
Whether you’ve planned a traditional June ceremony, a winter wedding, or are taking your chances with a July matrimony, consider one of these traditions for a stroke of luck on your special day!
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Celebrating Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Day
Handover Day is also a time of social activism, with thousands of citizens gathering to rally for their rights. Originally organized by the Civil Human Rights Front, the causes behind this yearly march have been numerous, but the overarching theme is universal suffrage.
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Embracing Interfaith and Intercultural Unions: Five Wedding Day Insights
Some of the most beautiful ceremonies we have witnessed are intercultural and interfaith weddings. Consider these five tips if you are looking at the possibility of attending or hosting an interfaith or intercultural wedding.
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How Father’s Day is Celebrated Around the World
As U.S. Americans prepare to honor fathers, father-figures, and male role-models; we share the unique traditions of 10 countries celebrating in different months
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Passover Etiquette: Observing Seder
8 insights for first-time Seder guests to navigate this ritual meal and embrace this Jewish experience.
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Celebrating World Day of Muslim Culture, Peace, Dialogue and Film
March 11 will mark seven year recognition of World Day of Muslim Culture, Peace, Dialogue and Film created by writer-producer Javaid Mohammed.