Tag #Tradition

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UNESCO Recognizes Centuries-Old Ciise Customary Law

UNESCO officially recognized the centuries-old Ciise customary law, practiced by the Ciise community in Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Somalia, for its role in unifying communities, preserving culture, and promoting justice, after a youth committee worked for two years to achieve this recognition.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Peaceful Klaasohm Celebration on Borkum Island After Violence Concerns

The Klaasohm celebration on Borkum island, previously marred by violence against women, remained peaceful this year, with no reported assaults linked to the event; 500-600 people attended, and police reported only unrelated incidents of vandalism and aggravated assault.

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Gender Equality
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Borkum's Klaasohm Festival Ends Violent Tradition Amidst Police Investigation

The annual Klaasohm festival on Borkum island, Germany, traditionally involved men hitting women with cow horns, but following public outrage and media coverage, organizers have pledged to end this violent practice, leading to a police investigation into past events and potential legal consequences.

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Borkum Island Bans Violent Tradition at Klaasohm Festival

The Klaasohm festival on Borkum Island, Germany, will eliminate the tradition of beating women with cow horns following a report detailing violent assaults; organizers are implementing a safety plan, and police presence will be increased.

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Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree Arrives with Dead Branches

London's Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, an annual gift from Norway since 1947, has arrived with some dead branches, prompting online mockery, but the lighting ceremony will still take place on Thursday.

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Partnerships for the Goals
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Japan Debates Married Women's Right to Keep Maiden Names

A growing movement in Japan seeks to allow married women to retain their maiden names, fueled by a UN report and political shifts, but facing opposition from conservative groups.

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German Island Tradition Sparks Outrage Over Violence Against Women

The annual Klaasohm celebration on Borkum Island, Germany, where men in costume chase and spank women with cow horns, sparked outrage after an NDR report showed women being injured and humiliated, leading to public condemnation and a pledge by organizers to modify the tradition.

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KNSB Launches Initiative to Save Dutch Natural Ice Skating

Facing climate change and bureaucratic challenges, the KNSB launched "Club van Natuurijs" to support 400 Dutch natural ice skating clubs, aiming to preserve this cultural tradition.

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Japanese Sumo Wrestlers Return to London, Facing European Acceptance Challenges

Top Japanese sumo wrestlers will compete in London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2025, a second European appearance after 1991, but former European champion Pieter Vroon doubts its success due to cultural differences and exclusionary practices.

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Japanese Sumo Wrestlers Return to Europe Amidst Skepticism

Top Japanese Sumo wrestlers will compete in London's Royal Albert Hall in October 2025, a rare European event that faces skepticism due to the sport's unique traditions and cultural differences, according to former European champion Pieter Vroon.

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India's Rebel Princess

This article recounts the life of Abida Sultaan, an Indian princess who defied gender norms and societal expectations.

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Biden to Pardon Thanksgiving Turkeys

President Biden to pardon Thanksgiving turkeys in annual White House tradition.

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