The Yule Lads are one of several Icelandic Christmas traditions rooted in folklore. During the 13 days leading up to ...

With the holiday season upon us, I’m thinking of all the connections between our traditions, especially as expressed through ritual. What could be more ritualistic than Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, ...

Christmas is filled with rituals that bring joy, create memories, and connect families across generations. From decorating ...

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It's the most wonderful time of the year. And according to historians, this time of the year − known for lights, celebration and feasts − has been full of wonder and joy since long before Christians ...

Majorities in all 23 countries surveyed say that sharing in their country’s customs and traditions is at least somewhat important to national identity. This includes seven countries where majorities ...

Ginger Perkins, an Association of the U.S. Army Family Fellow and author of “Customs, Courtesies and Traditions of the United States Army: A Primer for Family Members,” signs copies of the book at an ...

Traditions in families form an important part of your social structure and even contribute to your sense of identity. They can come from your country’s culture, your religion, or even your family ...

This Heritage Day, we explore the rich cultural heritage of the Xhosa people, one of South Africa’s largest ethnic groups. A cultural expert discusses Xhosa history, customs, and traditions, while ...

Seto Lelo Polyphonic singing, Estonian folk costumes, Russian arts & crafts, smoke saunas. In Estonia, Christine travels to the Setomaa region, visits an Seto Orthodox church, meets the indigenous ...

Ginger Perkins, an Association of the U.S. Army Family Fellow and author of “Customs, Courtesies and Traditions of the United States Army: A Primer for Family Members,” signs copies of the book at an ...