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Hipsters: What Does That Even Mean?

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UPDATED June 17rh, 2017 The term hipsters gets tossed around a lot these days, and depending on where you live, chances are you’ve seen a few walking past you on the street. Or have you? What does it really mean to be a hipster? Does it…

It's Not ALL Bad: The Positive Effects of Social Media

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Issues like cyberbullying are always making headlines but there are many positive effects of social media too. And it's a good thing because social networking is here to stay! The Pew Research Center recently reported that, "Today, 90% of…
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6 Reasons Oaxacan Food is Mexico’s Culinary Star

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When it comes to Mexican cuisine, and all the delicious flavors that make our taste buds happy, we have Oaxacan food to thank for the unique dishes and spices that give Mexican cuisine its life. That’s because this state in the Southern…

The Travel to Cuba Report: How to Start Planning Your Caribbean Sojourn

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Maybe it’s just us, but the exhausting holiday season mixed with chilly winter weather has us in a January slump, and now we’re desperate for a vacation. But where to go? There are endless possibilities, but one option needs to be moved…

Scary Clowns Horror Fest: 15 of the Most Frightening Clowns in History & Why the World is Obsessed!

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If you secretly think all clowns are scary clowns, you're not alone. Scary clowns are the new kings of horror. Even the most benevolent of these silly pranksters can be the stuff of nightmares for adults and kids alike. In the past couple…
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8 Character Traits to Learn from Black Women in American History

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UPDATED June 17th, 2017 It takes a woman of strength to forge through uncertain times. Black History Month reminds us to look back at some of the pioneering African-American women who changed history, and the individual character traits they…
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Ink On: 20 Summer Tattoo Conventions You Gotta Hit

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Summer is the season for tattoo conventions and there's nothing quite like the spectacular blend of artistry, history and counter-culture bad-assery. That said, more and more tattoo shows are kid-friendly so even if your only tattoos are temporary…
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Bolivar's Dream: 10 Reasons Why We Love Venezuelan Culture

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It’s safe to say that the current state of affairs in Venezuela isn’t exactly great; in fact, the nation is in a state of political unrest and instability, and according to a recent article in the NY Times, it seems like “step by step,…
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How to Make a Healthy Mofongo

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If you’re not sure what mofongo is, let us enlighten you. It’s more than just a fun word to say (though it is really fun to say). It’s actually a delicious dish that is common in Puerto Rican cuisine and use plantains as a main ingredient.…