Lunar New Year of the Snake Celebrations Across the Globe

People around the world are celebrating the Lunar New Year of the Snake with various traditions and rituals to welcome good luck, good fortune, and prosperity. Festivities include dragon dancers, lion dance performances, fire breathers, and more.

Snow Day Traditions in the U.S.

Morning Edition colleagues share beloved snow day traditions in the central and eastern U.S.

Celebrity Christmas Traditions and Holiday Activities

Celebrity Christmas traditions and holiday activities shared by various stars like Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Cindy Crawford, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Kim Kardashian, Ryan Seacrest, Mario Lopez, Sammy Hagar, Padma Lakshmi, Candace Cameron Bure, Danica McKellar, Nicole Eggert, Joan Vassos, Chock Chapple, and Jana Kramer.

Christmas Traditions of Members of Congress

Various members of Congress share their favorite Christmas traditions in a heartwarming article by FOX News Digital.

Presidents' Christmas Traditions and Religious Observance

Archbishop of New York Timothy Cardinal Dolan invites Americans to church for Christmas services and discusses the possibility of a 'religious reawakening.' Presidents have historically developed their own Christmas traditions while in office, with examples from Biden, Trump, Obama, and Bush. Various Christmas traditions of past U.S. presidents are highlighted, including events at the White House and personal family traditions.

Family Christmas Traditions

The article discusses the author's Christmas traditions and the joy of celebrating Christmas with his Jewish father and Catholic mother. It highlights the importance of family bonds and passing down traditions through generations.

Christmas Food Traditions Around the World

Various Christmas food traditions from around the world, including the Feast of the Seven Fishes, Simbang Gabi in the Philippines, and the Japanese tradition of eating KFC for Christmas.

Ukrainian Summer Camp Novyi Sokil in New York

Novyi Sokil is a Ukrainian summer camp in New York state that has been operating since 1950, focusing on Ukrainian culture and scouting. Campers partake in daily activities such as marching drills, flag-raising ceremonies, badge-earning, and Ukrainian language immersion. The camp has a rich history rooted in Ukrainian scouting traditions and aims to instill patriotism and cultural preservation in its attendees.

Summer Solstice 2024

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year, when the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky due to the Earth's 23.4 degree tilt. This year's summer solstice in 2024 is special as it falls on June 20, which is the earliest in a long time. Various celebrations and traditions take place around the world to mark this event.

The Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Derby is a prestigious horse racing event with a rich history dating back to 1875, attracting thousands of spectators and A-list celebrities. The event is known for traditions such as the 'Run for the Roses' and the singing of 'My Old Kentucky Home'. Guests often enjoy mint julep cocktails and extravagant fashion, including elaborate hats. The event is held at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, and features 20 seasoned horses racing for victory.

Wedding Superstitions and Traditions

A photographer shares how capturing small moments at weddings can lead to unique shots. The article discusses various wedding superstitions and traditions, such as the belief that rain on a wedding day brings good luck and the significance of 'something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.' It also touches on the bouquet toss tradition and the superstition that crying on your wedding day is a sign of good luck.

Holy Week and Easter Traditions

An overview of Holy Week leading up to Easter, detailing the events and significance of each day in the Christian tradition.

Leap Day: Why February 29 Exists

Leap day, February 29, occurs nearly every four years to make up for the fact that a year is not exactly 365 days. It has historical roots in various civilizations and different calendar systems. Leap day impacts birthdays, calendar systems, and traditions like women proposing to men. Some propose changing to a Permanent Calendar for consistency.