“We have now run out of food, and we cannot chase them away because it is our tradition to support each other in times of grief.” Buza made a heartfelt plea to the Giyani mayor, requesting ...

While you may be familiar with the American traditions of marriage—the bride wearing white, a couple exchanging rings, and vows that end in “I do”—there are endless unique wedding ...

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. -- Here's a look at Groundhog Day, an American tradition that is meant to predict when spring will arrive. The groundhog emerges from its burrow on February 2. If the groundhog ...

One folk tradition that continues in some homes on St. Brigid's Day (or Imbolc) is that of the Brigid's Bed. The girls and young unmarried women of the household or village create a corn dolly to ...

A typhoon and extreme heat dramatically affected prices for the kumquat trees that are ubiquitous during the holiday. By Mike Ives In Hanoi and other Vietnamese cities at this time of year, potted ...

For Chinese across the world, the Spring Festival is a time for family reunions, festive traditions, holiday shopping and diverse cultural and tourism activities. This year, it falls on Jan. 29 ...

While many Malaysians might have the impression that all ethnic Chinese are the same, the truth is there are many subgroups with their own distinct language, customs and traditions shaped by their ...

Each year, around one-fifth of the global population takes part in this cherished tradition. Spring Festival's core customs -- celebrating family reunions, wishing for good fortune and creating ...

Anyone not familiar with the “prosperity toss,” a beloved Lunar New Year culinary tradition, could be forgiven for thinking they’ve just walked in on the world’s strangest food fight.