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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

The "chong" in Chongyang means double, while "yang" refers to the number "nine." Therefore, Chongyang literally denotes "double nines," implying a long and healthy life in Chinese culture. In 2006 ...

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

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.

Reform Judaism is now a major Jewish denomination, followers believe Jewish traditions should be modernised and made compatible with the surrounding culture. There are some differences between ...