Tag #Cultural Traditions

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Plum Wastage Predicted as Jam Makers Decline in Cambridgeshire

A 50% reduction in Cambridgeshire's Victorian plum crop due to extreme weather, coupled with a shortage of jam makers caused by rising ingredient costs and a decline in traditional skills, is leading to significant plum wastage.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Delhi's Only Female Pigeon Keeper Defies Tradition

Shaheen Parveen, Delhi's only female pigeon keeper, defies tradition in the male-dominated sport of kabootarbazi, earning respect through her skill and winning a major local race, challenging gender roles and showcasing a unique cultural heritage.

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Gender Equality
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China's Qingming Festival: A Modern Twist on Ancient Traditions

On Qingming Festival, China blends age-old tomb-sweeping rituals with modern technology and eco-friendly practices, including 71,386 sea burials between 2012 and 2023, saving approximately 290,000 square meters of land, reflecting both evolving societal values and practical concerns.

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Life Below Water
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Diverse Spring Equinox Celebrations Across Central Asia

Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan celebrate the spring equinox with distinct traditions: Azerbaijan's Novruz includes fire jumping and symbolic figures; Kazakhstan's Nauryznama is a 10-day festival emphasizing family and nomadic traditions; Turkey's Nevruz is a community-driven celebrat...

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Mexico City Bans Traditional Bullfights, Replacing Them with Bloodless Spectacle

Mexico City's congress banned traditional bullfights, replacing them with 15-minute bloodless events where bulls are not killed, following a citizens' initiative and years of activism, despite industry opposition and concerns about economic impact.

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Life on Land
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Global Celebration of Chinese New Year Highlights Cultural Exchange

The Chinese New Year, starting January 29th, 2024 (year of the Wood Snake), is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage celebrated globally, featuring traditions like auspicious couplets, ancestor veneration, and family reunions; its broadcast in Peru highlights intercultural exchange.

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Soaring Gold Prices Boost South Asian Women's Investments

Driven by global economic uncertainty, gold prices have soared to record highs, benefiting South Asian women who view gold as both a family heirloom and a safe investment, leading to increased demand despite high prices and a shift toward more contemporary designs.

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Reduced Inequality
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Vladivostok Honors WWII Veterans with Courtyard Concerts

Ahead of Victory Day in Vladivostok, city officials visited WWII veterans Liidia Seliverstova and Pavla Melnikova, who served in the artillery and signal corps respectively, to celebrate their contributions with music and community gatherings.

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Peter the Great, Theater, and the Evolution of April Fool's Day in Russia

Peter the Great's 1702 attempt to introduce theater to Moscow with a Danzig troupe met with limited success due to language barriers and cultural differences; Johann Kunst's April Fool's Day prank further highlights this, connecting historical humor to modern trends.

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Quality Education
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Mexico City Bans Bullfighting, Sparking Outrage and Celebration

Mexico City banned bullfighting on Tuesday, prohibiting the killing of bulls and sharp objects, sparking protests from supporters but celebrations from animal rights advocates; the law limits bulls' arena time, aiming for a compromise in a decades-long debate.

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Life on Land
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Non-Religious Ramadan Fasting: Personal Motives and Cultural Significance

In Arab countries, many non-religious individuals fast during Ramadan, citing reasons ranging from spiritual self-reflection and personal goal-setting to maintaining family traditions and cultural connections.

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No Poverty
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Top 10 International Cities for New Year's Eve Fireworks

Sydney, Taipei, Bangkok, Dubai, Cape Town, Rome, London, Rio de Janeiro, New York City, and Las Vegas host major New Year's Eve fireworks displays, each offering unique viewing experiences and cultural elements, attracting millions of visitors and significantly boosting local economies.

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