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The World of Wagashi
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The Sea Women of Jeju Island
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The Diverse Tribes of Tanzania
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Felt boots, russian valenki, on market stand.

Valenki: Russia's Solution to Cold Feet

Amy Hunt
What are valenki, and why are they unique? Today we look at the traditional Russian felt boot.
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Voting Around the World

Amy Hunt
Last week, the United States held its midterm elections. Today we look at how many people turn out to vote in other countries around the world, as well as at how they vote.
Lighting oil candles spread out on a piece of newspaper for Diwali, the festival of lights

Celebrating the Festival of Lights

Amy Hunt
This week, the Hindu population in India and around the world celebrated Diwali, the festival of lights. Here we explore the meaning behind the festival, and how it is celebrated.
Empty glasses frosted over on a table outside

Staying Warm During a Polish Winter

Jordan Napier
Guest blogger Jordan Napier writes about how to stay warm the Polish way.
Fireworks in the sky for New Years Eve in South Korea

Korean Age and Actual Age

Graham Plaster
Koreans have a interesting way of calculating age.
Girl wearing headphones lying on the ground with a laptop open in front of her and a smartphone next to the laptop

Explore the World Through Your Library

Amy Hunt
Kanopy, a streaming service offered through public libraries and educational institutions, gives users a chance to expand their worldview with an endless array of films from around the world.
Image of artisan-crafted miniature buildings on sale with prices marked at the U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Holiday Bazaar

The Army Bazaar: A "Three-Day Multinational Extravaganza"

DLNSEO Culture Team
The upcoming Army Bazaar in Germany is a three-day multinational extravaganza that gives vendors, volunteers, and customers alike a chance to experience different cultures within an extraordinary…
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Teaching Arabic… with LEGO?

Amy Hunt
One graphic designer's story about her decision to create a bilingual, fun, and colorful way to teach the Arabic language using LEGOs.
Close-up of a traditional Korean building with mountains in the background

Korean Proverbs

Patrick Niceforo
Guest blogger Patrick Niceforo writes about Korean proverbs that he learned while studying in South Korea as a Boren Scholar.
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