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Waves, witches? Get out of year!

India, Nov. 23 -- Empty suitcases, a swim in the sea, effigies of politicians set on fire. there are a myriad ways cultures around the world celebrate the end of the old year, and the start of a new o... Read More


Waves, witches? Get out of year!: New year traditions around the world

India, Nov. 22 -- As we head into our own celebrations, here's a look at some of my favourite ways to celebrate the end of the old year and the start of the new. In Brazil, it is customary to wear wh... Read More


That's what they all say...

India, Oct. 26 -- It's strange how we have some of the same ideas, all around the world. There are differences in how we frame them, of course. That's what makes things interesting. Here are some of m... Read More


That's what they all say...: How idioms change around the world

India, Oct. 25 -- It's strange how we have some of the same ideas, all around the world. There are differences in how we frame them, of course. That's what makes things interesting. Here are some of ... Read More


Ruff draft: Surprising canine-inspired terms in the English language

India, Sept. 27 -- Dog-tired, gone to the dogs, dog-eat-dog. given how long we have lived side-by-side with canines, with evidence indicating that they may have become domesticated more than 15,000 ye... Read More