Marcel Kuhn
Top 9 Countries With the Longest Workweeks in 2025
Mexico: The Relentless Pace of Work Mexico: The Relentless Pace of Work (image credits: unsplash) When it comes to clocking hours on the job, Mexico stands out as the country with the longest average workweek in the world. In 2024, the OECD reported that Mexican workers were putting in an average of 43.2 hours per … Read more
Scientists Just Found Human Remains That Rewrite America’s History
The Discovery That Shook Archaeology The Discovery That Shook Archaeology (image credits: pixabay) In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have unearthed ...
10 Countries Where Locals Love Tourists (And 3 That Don’t)
Portugal: A Warm Welcome Awaits Portugal: A Warm Welcome Awaits (image credits: unsplash) Portugal’s charm doesn’t just come from its cobblestone streets or golden beaches—it radiates from its people. In 2024, the European Travel Commission reported that an impressive 85% of tourists had positive interactions with Portuguese locals. It’s not rare to see a resident … Read more
Top 12 Places Where Expats Say Life Is Surprisingly Easy
Lisbon, Portugal: A Welcoming Haven for Expats Lisbon, Portugal: A Welcoming Haven for Expats (image credits: flickr) Lisbon continues to shine as a favorite among expats, and it’s not hard to understand why. The city’s mild climate means you can enjoy sunny days almost all year, and the cost of living remains affordable compared to … Read more
The U.S. State That Was Home to the Largest Prehistoric City in North America
Cahokia: The Ancient Wonder of Illinois Cahokia: The Ancient Wonder of Illinois (image credits: unsplash) In the heart of modern-day ...
Imagine stepping off the plane, the air thick with unfamiliar scents, the streets alive with a symphony of foreign tongues. Your trusty English phrases fall flat, met with puzzled stares. Welcome to the adventure of navigating destinations where English won’t be your lifeline. Here are six captivating places where immersing yourself in the local language isn’t just polite—it’s essential.
China China (image credits: wikimedia) In the vast expanse of China, English speakers are a rare find. With over 1.3 billion residents, only about 10 million are proficient in English. Major cities like Beijing and Shanghai offer some respite, but venture into rural areas, and you’ll find Mandarin reigns supreme. The intricate Chinese characters add … Read more
Are Airlines at Risk? Air India Dreamliner Crash Sparks Fresh Safety Concerns
Horror in the Skies: When 242 Dreams Turned to Nightmare Horror in the Skies: When 242 Dreams Turned to Nightmare (image credits: Wikimedia) Imagine boarding a plane thinking about your London holiday, maybe checking your boarding pass one last time, settling into your seat – and then everything changes in an instant. An Air India … Read more
Reasons why an airplane could crash
When Human Judgment Goes Wrong When Human Judgment Goes Wrong (image credits: pixabay) Every time you board a plane, your life essentially rests in the hands of another human being – the pilot. That sobering reality becomes even more striking when you learn the numbers: pilot error accounts for 53% of aircraft accidents, with mounting … Read more
I Skipped Canada This Year—and It Was the Best Travel Decision I’ve Made
Rising Travel Costs Made Alternatives More Attractive Rising Travel Costs Made Alternatives More Attractive (image credits: unsplash) In 2024 and 2025, the cost of visiting Canada climbed much higher than before. The Canadian Tourism Commission reported that airfares to cities like Toronto and Vancouver increased by about 12% compared to 2023, mainly because of higher … Read more
10 U.S. Cities Buckling Under the Weight of Their Own Popularity
The Golden Gate to Gridlock The Golden Gate to Gridlock (image credits: wikimedia) San Francisco stands on its famous hills like a golden jewel, but beneath all that beauty lies a city groaning under the weight of too many admirers. The median home price has reached a staggering $1,392,859, making it one of the most … Read more
