Topic
Culture
How art, ideas, and everyday life reflect the times that produced them.
5 Articles Published
The Navajo Tradition Where a Baby’s First Laugh Means They’ve Chosen to Stay
In Navajo tradition, a baby’s first laugh means they’ve chosen to stay — and the ceremony that follows flips everything we assume about baby gifts.
By Akber BukhariAug 6, 2026
Yes, an Italian Town Cages Its Most Foolish “Politician” and Dunks Them in a River
Every year Trento, Italy cages a “politician” and dunks them in an icy river. Here's the real story of La Tonca — and the twist viral posts miss.
By Akber BukhariAug 4, 2026
$500, a Kitchen Table, and Every Boutique in Austin Saying No
She dropped out of college to care for her dying stepfather, watched her first business fail, and started her jewelry empire with $500 while pregnant and broke. Every boutique said no. She kept walking.
By Akber BukhariMar 31, 2026
Jaden Smith Did Everything Right — And Got Mocked for It
He fed the homeless, filtered water for Flint, and made rap without degrading women. The internet only wanted to talk about his clothes.
By Akber BukhariMar 25, 2026
They Called Barbara Corcoran the Dumb Kid — She Built a $66 Million Empire Anyway
Barbara Corcoran was called the dumb kid. She had dyslexia, 20 jobs, no degree, and $1,000. Her boyfriend left and said she'd fail. She built a $66 million empire anyway. The dumb label never survived results.
By Akber BukhariMar 24, 2026