Globalization wields powerful influence over societies and cultures. Business travelers and tourists both observe and distribute new ideas. New ideas, interactions, foods and products are tried, then embraced or discarded. With the internet or satellite television, films, publications, photographs, news reports and cartoons can travel instantly, entertaining or angering audiences around the globe. With social media like Facebook or Twitter, individuals offer news and own instant pronouncements on trends. Whether slowly through immigration or immediately online, these connections bring about some convergence of norms on fashion to human rights while also provoking challenges from traditionalists. A global society has emerged, and it’s tightly linked.

Foreign Hoopsters Get a Crucial Assist

After migrating to Korea, American basketball players must adapt on and off the court
Chanel White
February 17, 2005

Iranian Cleric Blogs for Free Expression

Presidential adviser's internet journal offers a chance to connect with Iranian citizens and the world
Reuters
February 16, 2005

Asia-Pacific Travel Set for Strong Growth in 2005

Last year it grew 40 percent, thanks to intra-Asian travel and low-cost carriers
Ven Sreenivasan
February 16, 2005

Confucius Says: It's Time to Learn Mandarin

China is beginning a very different cultural revolution with the launch of language centers around the world
Hamish McDonald
March 7, 2005

A Pageant with a Purpose

African beauty queens with AIDS show that HIV-positive status is losing its stigma
Simon Robinson
February 28, 2005