“Culture makes people understand each other better. And if they understand each other better in their soul, it is easier to overcome the economic and political barriers. But first they have to understand that their neighbour is, in the end, just like them, with the same problems, the same questions.”
Paulo Coelho
Articles on Culture, People, & Religion
Over the course of our history, our world has become a beautiful and diverse mix of people who practice different cultures, religions, and types of spirituality. And while we have our differences, there is more of what we share than what we don’t.
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Israel’s Genocide in Gaza – 10 Months of Hell and Inhumanity, Part 2: Devastation and War Crimes
In part two of this series covering the past 10 months of genocide in Gaza, I discuss the devastation and war crimes Israel has committed.
CosmicMaya – Hemp for People, Planet, and the Future
CosmicMaya, an eco-friendly, woman-owned hemp brand, is redefining the fashion industry through sustainable slow fashion, uplifting native communities, and healing the environment.
Israel’s Genocide in Gaza – 10 Months of Hell and Inhumanity, Part 1: Death Toll
For 10 months, we’ve witnessed the worst of humanity through Israel’s genocide in Gaza. This article touches on a facet of the ongoing war and increasing death toll.
Bri Turner – A Healing Journey and Becoming Spiritually Divine Bri
Bri Turner wasn’t planning on becoming a yoga instructor. She fell in love with yoga after being reintroduced to it and her path changed forever!
The Punk Rock Museum – Punk Throughout The Years
Recently celebrating its first anniversary, The Punk Rock Museum attracts people wanting to explore more than 45 years of punk rock history.
Contemporary Ex-Votos Exhibition: A Dialogue Between the Past and Present
The Contemporary Ex-Votos ‘Devotion Beyond Medium’ exhibit recently opened its doors for public viewing of the ex-votos collection provided by the New Mexico State Museum.
Powwow For the Planet: A Story In Every Dance
Held at UNLV between April 19 and 20, the 3rd Annual Powwow For The Planet presented cultural traditions, showcased leadership development within native youth, and celebrated Earth Day.
Behind the Horrors of Congo’s Cobalt Mining
The ever-growing demand for cobalt for lithium batteries has worsened the exploitation of people mining the mineral, including children. With most cobalt mining happening in the Congo, Congolese people and children are particularly affected.
Kizuna Japanese Society Celebrates Japanese Culture at the 7th Annual Spring Festival
Last month, The Kizuna Japanese Society organized its 7th annual Spring Festival to celebrate all that represents Japanese culture.
Red, Black, White, Green – A Poem for Palestine
‘Red, Black, White, Green’ – A poem about the colors of the Palestinian flag and how they can represent many things.
‘Loverz Affair – La Raza 4 Gaza’ Unites Vegas Community
On February 25, Fifth Sun Project and Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation collaborated to host the 3rd annual ‘Loverz Affair – La Raza 4 Gaza Edition.’ This event focused on raising awareness, solidarity, and funds for Palestinians and local street vendors.
Cemetery Pulp Brings Valloween to Life
With its unique play on Valentine’s Day, Cemetery Pulp, “the only hybrid oddity and comic shop in Las Vegas, putting the cult back in culture,” just hosted its Valloween Night Market.
Art by Boneezy – Enlightenment, Inspiration, & Liberation
Discovering a love for art as a junior in high school, Bonee’ Harden now runs her own art business, ‘Art by Boneezy,’ creating artwork with a mission to enlighten, inspire, and liberate.
The Winds of Change – A Poem for Palestine
A poem about the genocide of Palestinian people, and how the wind that carries their cries for help also carries the seeds of change.
All Eyes on Rafah: The Super Bowl Massacre
While Americans watched and celebrated the Super Bowl this past Sunday, Israel bombed Rafah – the last “safe” place left for Palestinian refugees seeking shelter.
Anime Night Mart – Anime in Everything
Local event organizer Anime Night Mart recently hosted one of its events where people came together for a day of social gathering around anime culture.
Opting Out of Christmas 2.0 – No Christmas As Usual
Tomorrow is Christmas. But, the joy of the holiday season I once felt isn’t there anymore, for several reasons. So I’m opting out of it, again.
No Boots, No Bootstraps, No Christmas
People like to say, “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps,” but no one has any boots! This year, we can barely afford food, let alone Christmas for the kids.
Recording Joy: Preserving Life’s Happiest Moments
‘A picture is worth a thousand words,’ but what about capturing your loved ones’ voices? That’s just what Recording Joy offers for people’s special events.
Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of a Free Palestine
Founded in 2018, Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation (NPL) fights for a free Palestine and educates people about Palestine and its history.
Cirimille Paglinawan: Brains, Beauty, and Business
In addition to helping her parents run the family business, Cirimille Paglinawan also designs her own clothes and competes in pageants!
CMC Boutique – Local Filipino-owned Family Business Fosters Culture Through Fashion
CMC Boutique is a local Filipino-owned mom-daughter-and-pop clothing store named after the founders Cirilo, Mila, and Cirimille Paglinawan.
Ceasefire Now.
It has been horrifying to watch the events unfold in Gaza. A ceasefire must be called to save the lives of innocent Palestinian children and civilians.
Celebrating Filipino-American History Month
Filipino-American History Month isn’t the first event that comes to mind when thinking of October. I didn’t even know about FAHM, and I’m half Filipino!
Happy Camper Overdose Response Team: Responding to the Fentanyl Epidemic
Happy Camper Overdose Response is working to address the issue of fentanyl overdose here in Las Vegas through education and response at local events.
Stop For Children! How Impatience Creates Dangerous Situations
With the uptick in random gun violence this year, it can be dangerous just to cross the street when people don’t want to stop for children.
Ron DeSantis’s Bigoted Book Bans
Book bans are never a sign of a healthy society. So Florida Governor Ron DeSantis limiting students’ access to certain books is concerning.
Climate Crisis Songs, Pt. 1: ‘Feels Like Summer’
For Earth Month, I wanted to write about references to the climate crisis in music. We begin with ‘Feels Like Summer’ by Childish Gambino.
GangTales™️ Publications – The Independent Underground Railroad For Books
With a passion for writing and connecting with people, Stanley E. James II founded his very own publishing company, GangTales™️ Publications.
Love Languages and How to Speak Them
No matter the relationship, it’s essential to learn people’s love languages so we can speak that love to them and learn how we receive love.