What Does "Normal" Mean Anyway?

There are many different points of view around the world, from wearing coats in warm weather or shoes at all times in the home. I have improved my cultural tolerance by understanding new perspectives!

Kids in Tha Sala

This section is about lives of students in Tha Sala. Students have very different experiences but this is a common experience of students in my area. 

Postal Services in Shenyang

I love to send and receive mail! I have had so much fun sending postcards to my friends and family while in China. To do this, I had to figure out how to use the postal system here.

Off The Plate, To The Bin

One of Montreal's environmental sustainability projects is composting. It essentially recycles food waste, turning it into fertilizer which in turn helps grow more food!

Charity Shops for Change

Charity shops are everywhere in Edinburgh, but what exactly are they? From funding charities to reducing waste to helping locals, charity shops benefit everyone. Read on to learn more!

Rivers, Mountains, Valleys and More

Ancient people founded cities like Trier by looking for environmental advantages. But how are people still using these advantages today?

The Tíos Are Being Placed by the Chimney with Care...

Read on to learn about one of Andorra's treasured Christmas traditions... El Tío!

Healthcare in Finland

One of the reasons I came to Finland was to study the unique healthcare system here. Finland has a complex social security system; citizens pay heavy taxes and receive healthcare mostly for free. 

The Akita Inu 秋田犬

Learn about the history of the Akita Inu (dog), best known through a dog called Hachiko who has been honored yearly since 1936.

Rain, Rain, and More Rain!

Asturias is known as one of the rainiest provinces in all of Spain! Although this sounds terrible to someone from Florida, the people here are always thankful for the rain!

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