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Don't Eat in Public, and Other Rules of Social Etiquette in Japan
No matter where you go in the world, you’re likely to be tripped up by social etiquette: how to use chopsticks, whether or not to smile, if small talk is common or if people get right to the point. Japan is well known for their rules of social…

Photographer Documents the Restoration of Afghanistan’s Cultural Heritage
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Natalie Halpern
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Award-winning photojournalist Robert Nickelsberg has spent more than 30 years chronicling life in Afghanistan. The images he’s taken while covering the country for Time magazine and The New York Times capture the devastating impact decades of war…

The Wonder of Maraya, the World’s Largest Mirrored Building in Saudi Arabia
To some, the idea of building a Guinness world record-breaking concert hall in the middle of the desert sounds unusual: aren’t most world-breaking buildings erected in cities, where they can be viewed and used daily by thousands or millions of…

German Artist and Sculptor Work Together to Create a Holocaust Memorial that Transcends Borders
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Natalie Halpern
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Across Germany, there are museums, monuments and memorials dedicated to the millions of victims of the Holocaust.
In northeast Berlin, sculptor Michael Friedrichs-Friedländer has dedicated the last 15 years to creating the tens of thousands of…

Fried Chicken and Stinky Tofu: The Magic of Street Food in Taiwan
One of the best parts about traveling is trying the cuisine of other countries. From the cafés of France and Italy, to fish markets in Japan and dim sum in China, the possibilities are endless.

Going the Extra Mile: Japan’s Long-Distance Running Culture
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Natalie Halpern
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Japanese runners kick-off the New Year with the Hakone Ekiden race.

Christmas Traditions Around the World
Read about Christmas traditions like St. Nicholas Day, Krampusnacht, and Three Kings Day.

New Podcast on Public Service Careers and World Travel Launches This Week
The “Boren Around the World” podcast is launching on CultureReady this week.
The biweekly program will help foster a sense of community and knowledge exchange among Boren Awards recipients, while also providing useful information on a wide range of…

How to say what's up, let's go, and other basic phrases in Arabic
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Learn some phrases and slang terms in Arabic, like "khallas" or "akeed."
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How does a giant panda get its name?
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Amy Hunt
With the arrival of a new giant panda cub to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., many people are now wondering: what will its name be?

What makes a successful interpreter?
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Amy Hunt
What does it take to become a successful interpreter? Find out what is expected of those in the profession.

Thirteen Tips for Working with Allies and Partners: A How-To Guide
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MAJ George Fust
Maj. George Fust discusses Louise Rasmussen and Winston Sieck's new book, Save Your Ammo.
