Culture Archives - Page 2 of 2
September 20th, 2022
Humanity has constructed many monuments to observe the sun's annual transit through the sky. The Autumn Equinox is a time to observe this change, though different faiths and cultures celebrate in their own ways.
Adios, 'Trader Jose' – Brands Are Ditching Problematic Labels
July 23rd, 2020
Trader Joe's is the latest company to announce that they're changing branding many find offensive. "Trader Jose" now joins the ranks of Aunt Jemima, Uncle Ben's Rice, and Mrs. Butterworth, all of whom are being retired.
Move Aside Christmas, Here Comes the "War on Thanksgiving"
November 18th, 2019
You’ve heard of the "War on Christmas," but this year the battle has apparently opened up a second front. That’s right: the "War on Thanksgiving" has begun. See what kicked it off, and where we're likely to go from here.
Dutch Man Tries to Legally Change His Age, Citing Transgender Movement
December 11th, 2018
A Dutch man seeking to legally change his age to be 20 years younger took the case to court, arguing that it was no different than changing genders. Unfortunately for him, the court didn't see it that way.
The Legend of Stingy Jack and the Original Jack O' Lantern
October 25th, 2018
Pumpkins have been carved and illuminated for centuries, yet few people know the origins behind the practice. How did we decide to start carving pumpkins, and how did Jack O' Lanterns become a universally-recognized symbol of Halloween?
Missouri Politician Calls Feminists "She Devils", Says Women's Place Is in the Home
January 31st, 2018
Courtland Sykes has suddenly found his election bid in peril following a cascade of criticism over a controversial statement he made disparaging the feminist movement and mocking the notion of women’s rights.
The Pasta Created to Kill Catholic Priests
July 11th, 2017
Strozzapreti might look innocent enough – on the surface, it’s just another type of Italian pasta. However, this unassuming food has a dark untold history. The medium-sized corkscrew-shaped pasta noodles were created not only for scooping up those last bi
Nike's Newest Product: The "Pro Hijab"
March 15th, 2017
Nike has announced their latest product line: the Nike Pro Hijab, a female athletic head covering for Muslim athletes. Loosely defined as a headscarf or veil that covers a Muslim woman's head, the hijab is a key symbol of modesty in Islamic culture and express
Islam: A Threat to European Culture?
May 27th, 2016
In case you haven’t been paying attention, there is a war brewing in Europe. Not a war in the traditional sense, but a war of cultures, between Europeans and Muslim immigrants.
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