The Putin-Trump Pact is eerily similar to the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact.

A great asymmetry explains why cultural differences are so easily exploited for political purposes.

Culture turned to the dark side once human populations came into contact with each other.

Most people take it for granted that culture is a good thing. Yet, culture sits right at the heart of darkness.

There has been a marked erosion in the quality of politics and economics in the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis.

Multi-dimensional travel in stunning Namibia as you move through both distance and time.

I am committed to visiting all the countries in the world. This requires focus and expediency. Here is how my raid to Bangladesh panned out. You always end up learning tons.

Bhutan is a new democracy. Slavery was only abolished in 1958. Each election is therefore a test of sorts.

The King of Chanoud used to have power, but now he is a hotel owner and you can stay in his awesome palace and get to know his town. Go!

Bao Dai was one of history's losers, but he lived in a cool palace!

The Hue Citadel still bears the scars of a major battle during the Vietnam War some 55 years ago.