Aleppo, Syria has been a hot topic for the past two weeks. Aleppo has been one of the most significant battle grounds between those whom sought independence and democracy through a Syrian revolution, the rebel forces, and the Syrian and Russian troops, whom fought to keep dictator Bashar-al-Assad in power. This last week marked an end…
Every year, the fashion trends which make a name in the market never fail to surprise me. To professional fashion analysts and designers, style patterns and what’s “in” may be predictable, but to an ordinary consumer such as myself fashion is always refreshing. As seasons come and go we see items enter the style chain,…
Have you ever gone someplace new feeling all excited, then realizing all you want to do is go back home but soon you adapted? Then, when you go home again, it isn’t what you expect? Well that roller coaster of emotions is called Culture Shock. Culture Shock is the concept of entering a new environment,…
Christmas Around the World As the weather turns chilly, lights start coming up, and carols reign supreme at the stores, it is evident that the Christmas is near. Christmas is my favorite time of the year: I love the atmosphere, the excitement, and of course, the traditions. From putting up the tree to baking cookies…