Cultural differences are everywhere. Understanding these differences is now a basic life skill for all of us, not just for missionaries or world travelers. This book offers a brief, critical overview ...

Empathy is a vital tool to communicate, collaborate and create with colleagues or customers from other cultures by overcoming cross-cultural barriers. Empathy—understanding how others feel—is ...

We all admire wise people, don’t we? Whether it’s a thoughtful teacher, a compassionate doctor, or an elder in the community, we recognise wisdom when we see it. But have you ever thought about how ...

Jonathan Malveaux (CEO of Grand Alliance) is a founder and investor with decades of leadership across finance, wellness and global business. In today’s global economy, a company’s next major ...

Fashion companies are increasingly being taken to task for selling expensive versions of traditional Indigenous dress. Gucci’s kaftans came with a US$3,500 price tag, which is far more than the $10 ...

When a diverse couple walks into your office, they bring with them a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and unique perspectives. Their worldviews, family rituals, communication styles, and ...

This week on Polygon, we’re looking at how cultural differences affect media in a special issue called Culture Shock. From text localization to character design, religious considerations to censorship ...

In today's world, telecommunications and global connectivity have witnessed an unprecedented increase, making intercultural communication an unavoidable reality. A concerning aspect of such ...

Alexandra Wormley receives funding from the National Science Foundation. Michael Varnum has previously received funding from the National Science Foundation, the US Fulbright Program, and the China ...

Large cross-cultural studies of human psychology—attempts to document our geographically varying ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving around the world—are becoming more common. Also becoming more ...

(The Conversation) — Celebrities and businesses have drawn criticism for cultural appropriation. An expert provides guidance on when it is sharing another culture out of appreciation and when it is ...