“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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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.
Fashion: The Thin Line Between Appropriation and Appreciation
With the world becoming globalized and interconnected through trading, it raises discussions about issues like cultural appropriation.
All My Children Are the Same Gender, And That’s Okay
People kept saying “sorry” to Sarah when they heard all her kids are the same gender. She’s here to share her experience and tell people to stop.
‘Learning America’ – What I Read for Book Lovers Day
To celebrate Book Lovers Day, I wanted to share a book that I recently read – ‘Learning America’ by Luma Mufleh
The Wonderful, Sublimating, Incredible End of LGBTQ+
A huge component of capitalism is the endless array of profitable identities for people to attach to themselves, from their Harry Potter or Game of Thrones house, to their very gender and sexuality. Read more about this concept as Vera breaks down the impacts of labels and otherism in our society.
The Mob Museum Shines Light on the History of Organized Crime and Present-day Criminal Justice
The Mob Museum shares the history of organized crime and its impact on American society while discussing criminal justice in today’s world. Read more in Kiara’s latest article!
Juneteenth: The Importance and History of Our Freedom
Today is Juneteenth, the day enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. Click to read more the related history and how to celebrate!
Black History Month: A Piece Of Power
In honor of Black History Month, Kiara wrote about the holiday’s history, as well as perspectives from her grandma and local Black-owned business, Paws Off The Table!
Soups of the World
In January, people celebrate National Soup Month. To celebrate we interviewed people about their favorite soups from their different cultures!