Orphans were incorrectly labeled as mentally ill and suffered physical abuse — Quebec, a stunning Canadian province where French is the official language, is known for hockey, poutine, and maple syrup production. This vibrant place is leaving a mark on French-Canadian film, music, and literature. Montreal, Quebec City, and the Laurentian Mountains are home to museums, historical cathedrals, and outdoor recreation opportunities.

It wasn’t just American, Canadian, and British troops that liberated the Netherlands — World War II started when Nazi Germany invaded Poland on September 1, 1939, leading to France and Britain declaring war on the Third Reich. …

This book shows the resilience of everyday people I smiled while reading about a character’s sarcastic humour, I gasped when reading how the Nazis invaded Rome, and I was touched when reading about the courage of Rome’s residents. Eternal by Lisa Scottoline is a compelling read, as it’s impossible not…

Angkor is an extensive Cambodian site, and King Suryavarman II organized its construction. This site prompts a discussion on whether Angkor Wat can be considered a Buddhist site, as there are images of Hindu deities on the interior. This essay, after explaining what Angkor is, will argue that this Cambodian…

Ukiyo-e was an expressive genre that featured entertainment scenes, women, and urban settings. Two contemporary artists, Ryoko Kimura and Lady Aiko, combine ukiyo-e and pop culture to create innovative works. …

A tea ceremony is an iconic tradition where guests gather to enjoy tea and sweets. A tea house is a cozy establishment, and even the architecture is specifically designed to guarantee an uplifting experience. …

High art and low art are two separate entities, as the former appeases the elite and the latter is more universal and includes decorative art. However, modern-day Japanese society bridges the gap between these two entities, as a particular artist unveils how anime critiques the established tradition of using flat…

Borobudur is a temple in Indonesia that exemplifies Southeast Asian culture. The temple also prompts a discussion about the importance of physical location, how places of worship document a praised individual’s life, and how Buddhist temples embody Buddha himself. …

Stealing art from another country provokes a discussion on ethics, as stealing desensitizes the country’s artistic traditions. This issue is apparent in Cambodia, as Cambodian art is stolen and smuggled into other Asian countries and shipped to the United States. …