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Books from around the world, recommended by our contributors
In a recent online chat between PocketCultures contributors from around the world, we talked about books which reflect our countries and cultures. Here are our recommendations. Argentina “I’d probably...
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Picture Postcards: Reading room at Ana’s house
Today’s reading and literacy related photo comes to us from our Contributing Editor, Ana, who is letting us have a peek into her own house. Looks like a great reading spot, Ana! More: Children’s...
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It’s all gone pear shaped: British terms used in US English
You can read a lot of writing lamenting the influx of Americanisms into UK English. “Can I get a…” (instead of “could I have,” or “may I have,”), “sure” (instead of “of course”), “movie” (instead of...
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What are you listening to? Our contributors share their favourite music from...
Last summer it seemed like Gangnam Style was everywhere. Here in Turkey the crazy dancer from Korea was on the tv, the radio, playing in the shopping mall. On Facebook I saw a Gangnam flash mob in...
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Picture Postcards: Sky over New Mexico, USA
Today’s breathtaking sky shot was sent in by our contributor, Celia, and it was taken in the state of New Mexico in the United States. Read more: It’s All Gone Pear Shaped: British terms used in US...
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When a personal need turns into a business idea- the story of Anish and his app.
Hi Anish, tell us a bit about yourself! I’m 23 years old, born and brought up in India. I got my Bachelor at Northwestern University and then got a Master from Stanford University. I’m currently...
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Choosing ‘Exile’ Over Break-up, US Citizens Follow ‘Banned’ Spouses Abroad
Happily ever after isn’t always so simple for foreigners in the United States with complicated immigration histories who marry US citizens. Details such as how they arrived in the US or how long...
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A Family Thanksgiving in Georgia, USA
“Gobble, Gobble.” These are two words that my children first learned to associate with Thanksgiving Day. Celebrated on the last Thursday of November every year, this holiday is a time for us Americans...
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Picture Postcards: Snail mail from the USA
This cool, round earth stamp arrived on a letter I received from the United States. A Family Thanksgiving in Georgia, USA Choosing “Exile” Over Breakup British Terms Used in US English
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Films from around the world
Our contributors put their heads together and came up with this wonderful idea: to write about a film that represents their country and their culture. So grab some popcorn, sit back and get ready to...
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