(In)visible cities: Troubles of Time in Venice

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes “Attenzione! Attenzione!… Permesso!” With two grocery bags in hand, a backpack of books, and a laptop, I dashed through crowds of tourists in San Marco square over three bridges to catch the 8:30 PM vaporetto back to San Servolo. It was the first time in three weeks I miraculously managed to catch this Tuesday vaporetto. I usually finish classes at … Continua a leggere (In)visible cities: Troubles of Time in Venice

Now you know: chopsticks come in numerous types

estimated reading time: 3 minutes Chopsticks are indispensable utensils in Asian households. These amazing sticks don’t just represent a time-honored tradition, but also serve as super-flexible cooking and eating tools. But have you ever noticed that there are different types of chopsticks? If you didn’t know, once you’ll be done with this article you will, because – as an “authentic” Asian with over 18 years … Continua a leggere Now you know: chopsticks come in numerous types

Into the miracle of Nature: Son Doong, the world’s largest natural cave

Reading time: 4 minutes Deep into the lushing jungle of Quang Binh there’s a pure gift from Mother Earth – Son Doong Cave (or “Mountain River” Cave). The name was given in awe of the gigantic size of the cave, which enables it to contain a river, a jungle, and a totally offbeat climate. The discovery In 1990, a Vietnamese logger named Ho Khanh, trying … Continua a leggere Into the miracle of Nature: Son Doong, the world’s largest natural cave