Yerevan Celebrates Vardavar Folk Holiday

National paddy day being observed across nation today

Kathmandu, June 29: The Paddy Day, celebrated annually on Asar 15 (as per lunar calendar), is a significant cultural eve...

Mud, celebration, and dread: Nepali farmers mark National Paddy Day while bracing for El Nino-driven drought

Locals in Nepal's Sindhuli district celebrated National Paddy Day with traditional mud-splashing, feasting, and music. Despite the festive spirit, experts warn of a drier 2026 monsoon due to El Nino. In response, local authorities are distributing irrigation equipment worth one crore to help farmers mitigate potential drought risks.

The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup

The story behind Norway’s Viking row celebration going viral at the World Cup

Doon Country Family Fun Day returns

THERE’LL be something for all ages in Doon with the return of the Doon Country Family Fun Day on Sunday July 12. The family-friendly event will take place at the Doon Community Centre from 2pm to 5pm, promising a fantastic afternoon in aid of the Light up Doon for Christmas 2026 fundraising campaign. Organisers said [] The post Doon Country Family Fun Day returns appeared first on Limerick Post.

Holidays with Haaland: As England prepare to play Norway tonight, our ultimate guide to enjoying the Land of Vikings

Holidays with Haaland: As England prepare to play Norway tonight, our ultimate guide to enjoying the Land of Vikings

Buffalo celebrates Somali Independence Day after cancelling July 4 fireworks

Police are now investigating after vandals stole the flag

Montreal marked national Indigenous Peoples’ Day with ‘Great Peace’ anniversary ceremony

Hundreds gathered in the Old Port on Sunday to mark National Indigenous Peoples’ Day and commemorate the 325th anniversary of the Great Peace of Montreal, a landmark agreement that helped shape relations between Indigenous nations and French settlers in North America. Held at the summer solstice, the civic ceremony brought together Mohawk Elders, dignitaries and [] The post Montreal marked national Indigenous Peoples’ Day with ‘Great Peace’ anniversary ceremony appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Ideas for the best 4th of July party

Make your Independence Day celebration unforgettable with these fun 4th of July party ideas, from creative food stations to backyard entertainment

How communities across Canada are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

How communities across Canada are celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day

The best places to celebrate Sankthansaften in Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim

Norwegians celebrate Midsummer by lighting bonfires on June 23rd, the eve of the Christian festival of the Nativity of John the Baptist, or Sankthansaften. Here are the best places to enjoy the festivities.

Communities mark Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Events are being held across the country to mark the 30th National Indigenous Peoples' Day — meant to honour the culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people.

‘Hopefully, Chad’s feeling generous’: Saskatchewan Roughriders look to end turnover drought against Toronto

The Saskatchewan Roughriders will technically be visitors in their own building on Friday night, and they’re looking for some hospitality from the host Toronto Argonauts. Despite back-to-back victories to open the season, the defending Grey Cup champions are one of just two teams remaining that haven’t forced a single turnover. No interceptions, no fumbles, no []

Szekler Folk Costume Celebrations Bring Traditional Culture to Life

Szekler folk costumes are being celebrated this weekend in Miercurea Ciuc (Csíkszereda): on Friday, Szekler Folk Costume Day, and on Saturday, the Day of a Thousand Szekler Girls, organizers are encouraging people to wear Székely folk costumes, MTI was informed on Wednesday by the Csíkszereda municipal government, which is co-organizing the events. The common goal [] The post Szekler Folk Costume Celebrations Bring Traditional Culture to Life appeared first on Hungary Today.

Baku hosts official welcome ceremony for President of Turkmenistan (PHOTO)

Baku hosts official welcome ceremony for President of Turkmenistan (PHOTO)

Twin pandas enjoy last birthday party before returning to China

YONGIN, South Korea, July 7 (Yonhap) --- A birthday party was thrown Tuesday for...

Türkiye unveils program for 10th anniversary of July 15 coup attempt

Türkiye will mark the 10th anniversary of the defeated July 15, 2016 coup attempt with a nationwide series of commemorative events aimed at honoring those killed and injured while...

The Police: Knives Have No Place in May Day Celebrations

May Day celebrations will bring big crowds and several traffic limits to central Helsinki on Thursday.

Official welcome ceremony held in Baku for President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov

An official welcome ceremony was held on June 22 for Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan, who arrived in the Republic of Azerbaijan on a state visit.

Norway's World Cup kit reflects the nation's Christian heritage with meaningful historic details

Norway's 2026 World Cup jersey features the Nordic Cross and patterns inspired by the 12th-century Urnes Stave Church, celebrating Christian heritage.

RancheView School in Cochrane holds 'Pride Day' for children aged five to 14 years old

RancheView School in Cochrane, AB, has recently celebrated Pride Day — with some unique claims being made about the school and how they conducted the day's events.

Seven countries where father’s day fell outside June 21

Seven countries have marked Father's Day on dates other than June 21, with celebrations shaped by religion, history, culture and national traditions.

National Day eve celebrations: Official celebrations centred on Differdange and Luxembourg City

From the Grand Ducal couple's visit to Differdange to the torchlight procession and fireworks in the capital, National Day eve will bring a packed programme of official celebrations across the country.

America’s 250th birthday: A guide to Fourth of July events on the Peninsula and beyond

From fireworks and festivals to live music and drone shows, here’s where you can celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.

Mumbai rains: School holiday declared in Panvel, Uran, Palghar, Raigad, check when classes will resume

Because of heavy rains and waterlogging in several parts of Maharashtra, schools and colleges in some regions have announced holiday on Thursday. Civic bodies in Panvel, Uran, Palghar and Raigad have declared a holiday for schools and colleges as a precautionary measure amid the intense rainfall. And classes might resume after waterlogging becomes normal in these areas.

Independence Family Fun Day & Concert July 10

As The Bahamas celebrates its 53rd Anniversary of Independence, residents and visitors alike are invited to a free day of family entertainment at Clifford Park on Friday, July 10, 2026. The event forms part of the national Independence celebrations and promises an afternoon and evening of culture, music, food and family-friendly activities. The national festivities [] The post Independence Family Fun Day Concert July 10 appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.

The top July 4 fireworks, festivals, and food trucks in the Triangle + Maps

Celebrate Independence Day July 4 and the weekend leading up to it with this list of festivals, fireworks, parades and more.

Made in Canada: You can’t top these patriotic T-shirts for July 1

How can you celebrate your home and native land without the proper attire? Enter the classic Canada Day T-shirt. Many of our favourite Canuck makers have put their own spin on the July 1 must have. Here are our five picks for 2026: Men’s Strong Free T-shirt Stanfield’s 33 One of many offerings []

Children's camps in Crimea stop accepting new arrivals, campers being evacuated from Artek

Organised holidays for children have been suspended in occupied Crimea until 1 September. Evacuations of children from the Artek camp have already begun. Authorities have explained the reasons behind the decision.

U.S. turns 250 with Trump center stage

The birthday was marked with parades, flyovers and fireworks to come, as President Donald Trump stamped his mark on the landmark anniversary.

Inauguration of new parish in Myanmar's hard-hit Diocese of Kalay

Myanmar's faithful celebrate the inauguration of St. Patrick Parish in the Diocese of Kalay, an occasion offering hope to local Catholics in the embattled region of northwestern Myanmar as the nation continues to endure a humanitarian crisis. Read all

Father's Day celebrated

Father's Day celebrated

Is it even country? Minnesota's latest fest bets on new brand of twang

MINNEAPOLIS — Another large-scale music festival has joined the club in St. Paul. The Minnesota Country Club debuts Friday and Saturday at Harriet Island Regional Park. It’s an offshoot of the Minnesota Yacht Club festival, which has been a ...

Celebration for Special Olympians at Stormont after record-breaking medal haul

Special Olympics athletes representing Team Ulster at the Ireland Games last week received a special reception at Stormont on Thursday (June 25).

Mumbai Rains: Are Schools And Colleges Closed In City, Thane & Palghar?

Civic bodies in Panvel, Uran, Palghar and Raigad have declared a holiday for schools and colleges as a precautionary measure amid the intense rainfall.