Culture & Society

Most organizations have written financial policies and procedures to ensure fiscal responsibility and guide the organization in day-to-day operations. This is particularly important for...

Fires in homes are a real, and very often overlooked, danger. There are a lot of things that people can do, though, to help prevent death or injury from a fire. One is to make sure fire alarms...

Mausoleums are freestanding, architectural monuments that house the burial site, burial chamber or cremated remains of a deceased person or persons. Going back to antiquity, such famous structures...

Preparing to integrate from a Western culture into an Islamic perspective carries its own set of challenges that require research and preparation. Whether you are moving to a Muslim country,...

Egypt has existed in various forms since the beginning of human civilization. Military conquests and political revolutions caused many fundamental changes during that time.

Customs and border regulations are a constantly updated facet of ensuring people and items entering and leaving the United States are legal and do not violate national concerns. These regulations...

The U.S. National Park Service describes the Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World as "a universal symbol of freedom and democracy" (see Reference 1 below). The Statue of Liberty sits on a...

Many children in the world need help. Especially in war-torn or undeveloped countries, there are thousands of children without parents who can't get food, clothes, safe shelter, drinking water or...

Securing funding is the number one concern for nonprofit organizations worldwide. Because investing in a nonprofit offers no return other than goodwill and a positive affect on the world, there...

The Hopis are a large group of Native Americans from the Southwestern United States. They are one of the oldest Native American tribes in the United States, with homes dating back to 1050.

Buddhism in Myanmar (Burma) has a highly nuanced and complex history, and this introduction is meant only to describe a few of the more salient features of its development. Since Myanmar has...

Have you ever written your name in another alphabet? Whether you're learning Cyrillic, Hebrew, Japanese calligraphy or something else, you can test your understanding of a new writing system by...

Packaged and ready to eat, the rations that American soldiers have consumed in the field have a fascinating history that stretches back to the Revolutionary War. These rations were the fuel that...

Egyptian dream scrying dates back thousands of years. The practice of entering an altered state or trance was recorded in Greek papyri around 200 B.C. Ancient Egyptians engaged in the practice to...

A dilemma (from the Greek for "double proposition") is like a crossroad. Choosing which way to go next, though, depends on weighing moral alternatives rather than following simple directions. Such...

The Russian Federation is the largest nation by land mass on the planet. Its predecessors ruled through totalitarianism, but today the country has democratic elections, although the specter of...

The book held by Lady Liberty is actually a tablet inscribed with the date of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The role of banks in national development is central and growing. Though a constant source of controversy, regional development banks (e.g. the Asian Development Bank) and larger, more...

The slave trade of the 16th to 19th centuries brought people to the western world that held onto their African musical heritage and adapted it to the societies and situations they were forced to...

The ancient Egyptians used lightly built wooden ploughs because they had no need to turn over topsoil. All they required was a simple plough to break up the yearly deposits left by the Nile. Hoes,...

A scapular medal, a small metal medallion, is a symbol of the Roman Catholic faith. It is a spiritual "descendant" of the cloth scapular.

When it came to building a pyramid, a master builder oversaw the initial drawing of the plans on papyrus. Planners might have even produced a model of the proposed pyramid, as evidence suggests...

Having strong people skills can benefit both your career and social life. If you feel awkward during conversations, have a tendency to interrupt people, talk for extensive lengths of time, or are...

TV host and former United States Marine Corps (USMC) member Drew Carey recently greeted other USMC members on his show with the traditional "Oo-rah!" yell, reinforcing the statement made on the...

Spending time away from your natural surroundings and immersed in an unfamiliar culture is often a very stressful and anxious experience. Not knowing the local language, customs and etiquette can...

The pinata, that staple of birthday parties, has a long tradition and is indelibly tied to the country of Mexico. It was traditionally made from a clay pot, though today's versions are more likely...

The title "Priestess of the Silver Star" can be found in several of the written works of British occultist Aleister Crowley. Each time Crowley uses the phrase, he reveals a slightly different...

Most samples of native pottery go back only as far as 1000 B.C., when agriculture began in North America. The less nomadic lifestyle that agriculture afforded inspired the use of jars to...

The name of the first slave ship built in the English colonies was named the Desire. Bernard Harris, Jr. was the first black astronaut to walk in space. Knowing facts like these helps make black...

April 1 is commonly known as April Fool's Day or All Fool's Day. It is a day for playing pranks and practical jokes on people that dates back to the 16th century.

The study of Western morals begins with the ancient Greeks; they thought virtue could be found in logic and wisdom. Their theories have been incorporated, modified and rejected by the theories of...

With the premiere of the book and subsequent movie, "The Secret," it seems that plenty of people know about the Law of Attraction. What many people may not know is that there is an equal and...

Chile is a South American country that was won its independence from Spain in 1818. Many other cultures such as the Germans, the Italians and the French also have had major contributions to the...

If someone you know is about to celebrate their 16th birthday, you may want to celebrate by decorating where they live or where their birthday party is going to be. To help with the decorations...

Duct tape is touted as one of the essential items that should be in every home. The heavy-duty, multipurpose tape has been an inspiration for websites and books. Couples have even made prom...

An obituary can be a touching tribute to a loved one. Written well, obituaries can convey the personality of the deceased, highlighting what family and friends want to remember most about their...

Social scientists have been tinkering with possible explanations for why some people go on to lead a life of crime while others become responsible members of society. Social Reaction Theory--or...

The Disability Services Act is an Australian law that guarantees care and programs for people with disabilities. Programs operating under the guidance of the law work to ensure the safest...

Violence within the media has become very common among programming shown to different age groups. An average of 20 to 25 acts of violence are shown on children's television every hour.

Advocates of apple cider vinegar (ACV) proclaim its numerous health benefits, including weight loss. As with any weight loss program, support weight loss with ACV with smart nutritional choices....

Sincere appreciation and old-fashioned manners rule the etiquette of writing a thank you note for guest speakers at your school, business or organization. Even if the speech was less than...

With all of our technology and medical breakthroughs we still know very little about Lupus. In fact, some people that have Lupus, an autoimmune disease, don’t even know they have it. If asked,...

Honesty is one of the most important qualities a person should hold. An honest person is one who can be upfront about who they are, what they have done, and what they plan to do in the future. ...

Do you often try to read your bible everyday but find at the end of the week you just dont know where the time went. I use to have this problem also. It wasnt that I didnt want to read I just lost...

A best man speech can be in many different formats. However, many men tend to stick close to this basic format: 1) Introduction 2) Humorous Comments/Stories about the Groom 3) Complementing the...

You don’t have to be part of the World Health Organization (WHO) to make a difference. Everyone can be a good will ambassador. The people who need your assistances the most are the youth, the poor...

Do you believe in Heaven? Did you know you can know for sure that you will go to Heaven when you die? This article will use the Bible to show you how you can KNOW FOR SURE that you will go to...

Nurture Your Spirit Some never give their spirit any thought and contact it only by accident. Being in touch with and nurturing your spirit is extremely important to be whole. Before I tell...

Through my studies, life living and learning experiences, I have come up with a theory I like to call the Golden Dimension. Scientists and mavens have theorized that we live in a multi-verse,...

Most of us desire to live lives that are full and content. We want to experience the fullness of our journey here on earth. We acknowledge that our Father, God is our source and guide. He...