An excited buzz filled the swarming crowd in the shadow of darkness. Silence fell for a split second before the 18-metre main ...

Japan is a fascinating country with a unique mix of modern innovations and ancient traditions. It has one eye fixed on the ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A girl throws colored powder on her friend as they celebrate Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, in Mumbai ...

Cherry tree blossom watchers in Salem are hopeful buds will burst into shimmery pink and white petals in time for Saturday’s annual Cherry Blossom Day celebration on the Capitol Mall. Saturday’s free, ...

Mercury Prize-nominated indie rockers Lanterns On The Lake are to headline an opening night party for A Stone's Throw festival with their first show in the region for two years. The popular band will ...

Mercury Prize-nominated indie rockers Lanterns On The Lake are to headline an opening night party for A Stone's Throw festival with their first show in the region for two years. The popular band ...

The Mt. Takao Hiwatari-sai Festival, held annually on the second Sunday in March, offers visitors a rare glimpse into traditional Japanese ascetic practices. This unique event, featuring fire-walking ...

Wildwood Park for the Arts is gearing up for its annual Lanterns Festival April 10-13, the popular springtime festival celebrating cultures the world over, and this year’s fest is bigger than ever.