Of all the recorded events in the past, one of the most impactful series is that of the World Wars. All of us know that history books talk about a couple of World Wars that led to many changes before … Continue reading A Brief History and Timeline of the World Wars
Santa Claus, reindeers, Christmas trees, mistletoes, gift-exchanging, family gatherings, and game nights embody the spirit of Christmas, which is one of the most favored times of the year and a great opportunity to treat your eyes with the cities dressed … Continue reading Untraditional Japanese Christmas-Pack: KFC, Strawberry Cakes, and a Date Night
The whole world is currently wrestling with global demographic shifts. As one of the years-old concerns in the USA, Europe, and Asia, the decline in the birth rates is a serious issue. The ever-growing urbanization, change in lifestyle choices, women … Continue reading Anthropology: Global Decline in Birthrates and How We Should Feel About It
What Is Anime and How Has It Had a Massive Influence on American/Western Culture? During the COVID-19 pandemic, when everyone was stuck inside their homes, one day I suddenly noticed a lot of different anime series on Netflix, so I … Continue reading Anime and Its Massive Influence on American Culture
From their mythical origin to their 2600-year-old succession line, the Japanese Imperial Family is the oldest hereditary monarchy in the world. Their lineage dates to the 6th century BCE. Traditions and rituals remain unchanged. In May 2017, Princess Mako, daughter … Continue reading The Japanese Imperial Family is the Oldest Hereditary Monarchy in the World
The Death Railway is a horrific mark of World War II (WWII) of the harsh realities the Prisoners of War (POWs) and forced labourers endured. Many are unaware of the true story behind the railway. They are, however, familiar with … Continue reading The Death Railway: Its Connection to World War II and the Present
Earthquakes, or any natural disaster, are just as unpredictable in their destruction today as they were in the past. Medical professionals vaccinated more than 2.3 billion people, 30% of the world’s population. Despite the presence of positive news, disasters continue, … Continue reading Earthquakes: Their Source and Infamous Presence in the Past and Present
A brief overview of the yakuza Portrayed in countless movies and video games as tattooed, violent gangsters, the yakuza are transnational members of organized crime groups. Originating in Japan, the yakuza are also known as gokudō (the extreme path), while … Continue reading Anthropology: Exploring the Origin, History and Workings of the Yakuza
Festivals of Light celebrate the illumination brought to the world. There’s hardly a bad connotation to the word “light”. For example, people look to the sunrise to signal the beginning of a new day. Different countries and cultures have their … Continue reading The Festivals of Light: Their History and Significance Across Countries