Meet the People Whose Last Name Wrecks Computer Systems

Modern computers have immense processing power that allows them to crunch numbers faster than a human being could ever hope to. However, that doesn’t make computers smart. Despite what the smart gadget and artificial intelligence gurus would have you believe, computers and computer programs are so particular that they border on being complete idiots. A …

Unusual Valentine’s Day Traditions From Everywhere: Part Two

How do you feel about these Valentine’s traditions from everywhere? There are so many ways to celebrate! In Finland and Estonia, it’s more about celebrating your friends. They have a celebration called Ystävän Päivä in Finland and in Estonia, they call their celebration Sõbrapäev. February 14th is for people to exchange presents and cards that …

Unusual Valentine’s Day Traditions From Everywhere: Part One

Do you have unusual Valentine’s Day traditions? Would you get into these worldly ways of celebrating? Slovenia Valentine’s Day is considered one of the patron saints of spring and in Slovenia, February 14th marks the day that plants begin to regenerate. Slovenia even has a proverb that says “St Valentine brings the keys of roots.” …