National Culture
A Coffee Loving Continent
Not only the biggest consumers per capita, European coffee lovers have also developed unique coffee consumption habits
Running Riot with British Identity
Britain was last week gripped by riots which spread across its major cities. The aftermath has left the country both shocked and uncertain
Which cultural values define Europe?
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International Culture
Catholics Continue to Stoke Birth-Control Controversy
Monday, 20 February 2012 09:56
The Church and the Republicans should accept a compromise that ensures freedom for everyone
A Woman’s Right to Choose
Friday, 07 October 2011 09:37
Would seeing Medvedev’s girls make Simone de Beauvoir turn over in her grave or join in approval?
Scandinavian Mettle
Friday, 06 May 2011 21:54
The false association between Scandinavia and melancholy
What Else is New?
Friday, 01 April 2011 08:16
Natural and man-made disasters are a constant fixture on any news outlet, has society had enough?
The Blessings of Bilingualism
Tuesday, 08 March 2011 23:41
A recent study suggests that multilingualism has more than simply material benefits; but how far-reaching are the consequences?
Hollywood vs The World
Friday, 04 March 2011 09:32
The Academy Award ceremony was broadcasted live in 200 countries, but despite its universal standing it remains profoundly American. Are the Oscars xenophobic?
Talking About a Revolution
Monday, 07 February 2011 18:15
How do recent events in Tunisia and Egypt measure up to the other great revolutions of history?
Santa from Spain?
Monday, 29 November 2010 16:14
Traditions and festivities are an integral aspect of any culture, but do they have a right to disregard all others?
Language Politics
Friday, 29 October 2010 14:43
Language is at the root of communication, or is it just the root of all evil?
Boycotts As Subversive Art
Sunday, 19 September 2010 21:30
Mainstream culture and its entertainment industry take sides in political conflicts, political conflicts whose gravity is not always understood
Hybrids - Not Just Cars?
Friday, 06 August 2010 09:43
Language purity has long been a point of debate, but do linguistic restrictions have a place in the globalised world?
Opinion Divided Over France's Remarkable Title
Monday, 01 March 2010 00:00
It is the the most visited country in the world with a whopping 82 million tourists a year