The unluckiest day of the year
Which ancient Persian holiday is still celebrated on April 1 or 2? And what does it have in common with April Fool’s Day?
People
Fasting: Then and Now
How a ritual once reserved for the chosen few became a practice of personal discipline
The Tricolor: The World’s Most Popular Flag Design
The purpose of a flag is to help distinguish “us” from “them,” yet many national flags look remarkably similar
In Pursuit of Longevity
Who’s Leading the Race for a Longer Life?
The World’s Busiest Airports
Top 5 Aviation Hubs by Passenger Traffic
Where on Earth Is Paradise?
Most people imagine the perfect place to live in remarkably similar ways
Sleep Tourism: Where People Sleep Best
Want to get a truly good night’s sleep? Travel to India, Thailand, or France
The Most Visited Countries in the World
Tourist Flows Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels — Travelers Head Abroad Again
Australian Time – How Not to Get Confused by Time Zones
When traveling across Australia, it’s important to always keep track of the time
The Most Photographed Landmarks on Earth
The sites tourists and travellers photograph the most
