Known as the “world’s largest drum,” it stands 10 feet tall on its field carriage and is handled by a crew of six band members, including two beaters. The drum draws attention wherever it goes from ...

At that moment we have caught an authentic and maybe one of the most historically significant parts of the development of Christianity. ORAL TRADITIONS EVOLVE INTO GOSPELS We have to remember that ...

From Santa's evil counterpart in Central Europe to Christmas feasts of fried chicken in Japan, these quirky traditions prove Christmas celebrations come in all shapes and sizes. Some may seem ...

Halloween is one of the most beloved holidays, with its eerie decorations, festive costumes, and sweet treats, but its ...

As Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm collected Germanic folktales in the 19th century, they realized that many were similar to stories told in distant parts of the world. The brothers Grimm wondered whether ...

There's something special about the holiday season. A celebration of family, peace and prosperity, it's a time for gathering with those you love while recognizing life's many blessings. However ...

Metro has rounded up some of the oldest, weirdest, and most interesting Halloween traditions from around the world. Most people would visualise a large orange pumpkin when thinking about carving a ...

Singapore today runs rich with cultural practices and traditions brought over by its forefathers from across the region, including China, India and the Malay Archipelago. These traditions have ...

It was thanks to this, though, that Zepeda was able to experience the flavors of far-flung parts of Mexico as a child. “I was blessed with an entire map of Mexico on my table,” she says.

The run-up to the festive season can be one of the busiest times of the year. It can also leave you full of questions. What’s the best way to wrap my gifts? Why is the Christmas number one such ...