Is Zika in the Dominican Republic?

Zika is a risk in the Dominican Republic (see Chapter 4, Zika). Because of the risk of birth defects in infants born to women infected with Zika durin......

How is Thor related to Odin?

Odin's most famous son is, of course, Thor. As well as thunderstorms, Thor is associated with oak trees, and is said to protect mankind. It is le......

Is burping rude in Japan?

Blowing your nose at the table, burping and audible munching are considered bad manners in Japan. On the other hand, it is considered good style to em......