The Longest Day of the Year
Litha — the Summer Solstice Celebration
People
A Tengrian Wedding
What Was It Like in Ancient Times?
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?
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
