Society

For decades, cookies have been associated with Christmas. Here are some recipes of choice from around the world.

September 11, 2018 14:33

The ancient pyramids of Egypt were built many years ago.

September 10, 2018 15:51

Florida is home to diverse ethnic groups.

September 7, 2018 16:04

Christianity is the religion of the majority in Connecticut.

September 6, 2018 17:49

The executive power in the Kingdom of Belgium is exercised by the Federal Government of Belgium, its ministers, and its secretaries.

September 5, 2018 17:46

The "Low Countries" generally refer to Belgium and Netherlands, though the term may also be used to include Luxembourg and certain areas of France and Germany.

September 4, 2018 16:08

9 out of 10 residents of Denmark identify as ethnic Danes, though sizable communities of other groups from around the world also call the country their home.

August 31, 2018 16:58

Denmark has a rich intellectual and artistic heritage, and social equality is a top priority in the country.

August 31, 2018 16:53

While a large portion of residents are still members of the Lutheran Church of Sweden, contemporary Swedish society is very secular.

August 31, 2018 16:29

While Sunni Islam is the overwhelming majority religion in Turkey, there are other religions practiced in the country such as Christianity and Sunni Islam. A portion of the population is irreligious.

August 30, 2018 17:32

The oldest church in U.S. territory is the San Juan Bautista Cathedral in Puerto Rico. The oldest on the U.S. mainland is the San Miguel Mission in New Mexico.

August 30, 2018 16:29

While some began as private institutions, today each of these centuries-old schools continue to serve as public schools.

August 30, 2018 14:52

France is a beautiful country that has many unique traditions.

August 29, 2018 20:07

The culture of the United Kingdom is rooted in the country’s long history.

August 29, 2018 19:57

The Benelux is a geopolitical and socioeconomic union of Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg within the larger European Community.

August 28, 2018 16:38

The RMS Titanic, the most famous ship of all time, sank between April 14, 1912 and April 15, 1912.

August 28, 2018 15:56

Oil tankers and cargo carriers are among the largest ships in the world.

August 28, 2018 12:47

Asunción, located on the left bank of the Paraguay River, is the capital and the largest city of Paraguay.

August 27, 2018 14:57

The following are the most popular sports played in the United Kingdom.

August 27, 2018 11:28

In the US and Brazil, a large number of people are ready to go under the surgeon's knife to enhance their physical beauty.

August 24, 2018 14:53