Alex Wins Gold for Canada Cavelle Natasha Layes, BellaOnline's Canadian Culture Editor On February 14th 2010 Alexandre Bilodeau a 22 year old from Montreal won the first ever gold medal on Canadian soil. This win gave us more then just bragging right's, it gave us a moment which we will never forget and a feeling that will forever be kept in our hearts.

St. Patrick's Day Mary Ellen Sweeney, BellaOnline's Irish Culture Editor St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland and the celebration of his feast day is inspiration for much merry-making. Whether you're Irish 24/7 or find a drop of Irish in you for March 17, the nature of the Irish is hospitable, so everyone gather round for a little fun this St. Paddy's Day.

Gazpacho - Mediterranean diet
A lovely cold, summer soup, enjoyed in all parts of Spain and now throughout the world.

Short man, great deeds.
When in 12th century Polish kingdom was divided into provinces, ruled by princes of Piast family, its citizens hoped for reunion. Dreams of the powerful king who would gain the rule over the whole country were fulfilled by prince Ladislau the Short whose stubbornness led to reunion.

Botswana Country Facts
Botswana gained its independence from Britain in 1966 and shares borders with South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Here are some basic facts about Botswana.

When A King Reigns Mug Coffee mug with the African Proverb "When a king reigns, it is thanks to the people; when a river sings, it is thanks to the stones."

The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind A true story about a boy´s successes and failures while building a windmill in Malawi to provide electricity and running water to his family´s home and farm.

Hot Coffee & Love Mug A romantic coffee mug featuring a scribbled heart and the Ethiopian proverb "Coffee and love taste best when hot".