Tag: Holidays

Thailand has a large Chinese community; thus, the holidays associated with Chinese New Year are a great festivity  Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is celebrated by the Chinese Community in Thailand and many other Southeast Asian countries with signif...

The fireworks I experienced on New Year’s Eve In Thailand were unimaginable, and I can’t keep myself from sharing it all with you  Holiday Fact! Thailand is the only country that has never been colonized and remained independent throughout its history. Thailand is also a top d...

December, a month adorned with twinkling lights, snug sweaters, and warm cups of cocoa. Amidst the festive joy that fills our hearts, the harsh winds and frosty mornings often prompt the question: why does December tend to be so cold? The answer, much like a carefully unwrapped gift, comprises va...

Before I go any further, I would like to clarify that there is no war on Christmas and I am not here to wage one. The fact that people feel threatened by the mere acknowledgment that Christmas isn’t a universal holiday is pathetic. This is an unfounded complaint from people who have never expe...

It is important to note that holidays can be both magical and difficult, the former for some and the latter for others. Therefore, this brings up the expression “Happy holidays” and why I still use it knowing this. I love to share well-wishes during this time of the year, and I do thi...

On July 4th, 2023, there were sixteen mass shootings, resulting in fifteen people being killed, with another 94 injured. The shootings occurred across thirteen states as well as in Washington DC. The Gun Violence Archive’s definition of a mass shooting (this database of mass shootings is manag...

I’m guessing you rolled your eyes when you saw this headline, right? Okay, but guess what? You’re here reading. It’s that time of year. The Holidays are fast approaching. I can’t believe how quickly this year went by (we say that every year). Once Halloween is over, ...

Holidays are an integral part of any culture, and Spanish-speaking countries are no exception. From the colorful and vibrant celebrations of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos to the solemn processions of Spain’s Semana Santa, Spanish-speaking countries have a rich and diverse ...