By Buthayna El Haggar The arrival of spring has long been celebrated across various ancient civilizations, with festivals marking the seasonal transition, agricultural cycles, and spiritual renewal.

Here’s a look at notable spring festivals from the ancient cultures of the MENA region.The Akitu Festival, which dates back to at least 2000 BCE, about 4,000 years ago, was one of the most significant ...

Dr. July Puthussery, associate professor at the University of Hyderabad, in his thesis titled, "Idiom and Ideology: A Study ...

BAGHDAD, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) -- Iraq's Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities announced Friday the recovery of an ancient Assyrian panel from Britain. The artifact was formally handed over to the ...

However, he confirmed that UNESCO has yet to receive funding to restore the Syrian Orthodox Church of Al-Tahera, the Armenian Church, and the ancient Al-Tahira Church located at the intersection of ...

The inaugural luncheon, hosted by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, dates back to 1897. Since 1953, it has formally welcomed the incoming president and vice president. The ...

Michelle Obama's team say she will not attend Trump's swearing-in The very first US presidential inauguration, of George Washington in 1789, birthed traditions that are still observed nearly to ...

As 2025 unfolds, Pakistani fashion continues to dazzle the world with its seamless blend of tradition and modernity. The year is shaping up to be one of bold innovation, timeless elegance ...

President Trump says we need Greenland for national security reasons. To get it, he hasn’t ruled out imposing high tariffs or taking it with military force. Greenland leader Múte Egede says the ...

Rooted in the traditions and beliefs of millions, it stands as a symbol of unity, a testament to faith, and, in many ways, a cultural mirror to the changing dynamics of India. Held every three ...

From sharing food with family to visiting temples and more, here are common Chinese New Year traditions you need to remember for a prosperous year The new year signifies a year of fresh beginnings ...

Makar Sankranti is celebrated with different traditional values and celebrations in the different states of the country as a whole, which indicates unity in diversity in terms of culture as well.