The Conversation

Every St Patrick’s day, thousands of Americans eat corned beef and cabbage as a way of connecting to Ireland. But this association sits uncomfortably with many Irish people.

Learn six truths about Ramadan and how Muslims celebrate this month-long fast as part of their spiritual growth.

Discover the rich meaning and traditions of Kwanzaa: a weeklong celebration of African culture, heritage, and self-affirmation.

Chanukah teaches a lesson of hope and resilience – When the Maccabees initiated their fight against all odds and how we, too, can accomplish that which might appear impossible.

For Indigenous activists, walking the land can take on powerful spiritual and political significance. It has been, and continues to be, an important way Indigenous nations pursue healing, environmental stewardship and diplomacy.

Combatting the epidemic: Understanding the high rate of suicide among veterans and working toward prevention.

Explore the power of words in democracy. Discover how the rhetoric of 'enemyship' undermines civic cooperation and peaceful coexistence and how mindfulness and Buddhist thought can minimize that.