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Spoon and fork

Why do we see people use a knife and fork to eat while others use a spoon and fork? I saw a mother correct her son NOT to use a spoon so the kid labored using his knife and fork to eat rice and meat.
A raised pinky may seem proper during tea time, but several theories suggest that high-society etiquette had little to do with the practice's origins.
Ever feel like the world’s gotten a bit too messy and loud? Sometimes I look around and think we could all use a little more "palace vibes" in our daily chaos—and no, you don't need a crown for that.
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Former radio deejay Jillian Lim sees her in-laws regularly, shares family celebrations with them, and enjoys their company. Yet she has avoided addressing them at all. She reflects on why – and ...
As an American, you might think nothing of blowing your nose in public, striking up a conversation with strangers in the lift, or asking someone you just met what they do for a living. But try this in ...
Picture this: you've just finished an incredible meal in Tokyo. The service was impeccable. You leave a generous tip on the table as you leave, only to have the server chase you down the street to ...
As an American, you might think nothing of blowing your nose in public, striking up a conversation with strangers in the lift or asking someone you just met what they do for a living. But try this in ...