Global Christmas Traditions That Can Inspire a Fresh Holiday Celebration
As more people rethink how they celebrate Christmas, there is growing interest in borrowing ideas from traditions around the world. Christmas is observed in countless...
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Pulled 60 Minutes Report Reappears Online With Canadian Broadcaster Branding
A previously unaired segment from the U.S. news program 60 Minutes has resurfaced online carrying Canadian broadcaster branding, prompting questions about how the material circulated beyond the...
Most Canadians Prefer “Merry Christmas” Over “Happy Holidays,” New Survey Suggests
A growing majority of Canadians say they prefer the greeting “Merry Christmas” over more generic seasonal phrases, according to a new national survey released this...
Bethlehem Sees a Return of Christmas Celebrations After Two Years of War
After two years of subdued observances amid war in Gaza, thousands of people gathered in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve, bringing renewed life and emotion back...
The History of Christmas: How an Ancient Winter Festival Became a Global Tradition
Christmas, celebrated each year on December 25, is both a deeply religious observance and one of the world’s most widely recognized cultural holidays. For Christians,...
Christmas in India: A Celebration Beyond Numbers, Faith, and Geography
Christmas in India is often misunderstood from the outside. While India is not a Christian-majority country, it is home to one of the world’s oldest...
Vancouver and Fraser Valley Shatter Rainfall Records as Atmospheric River Moves On
An intense atmospheric river that swept across the south coast of British Columbia has left a series of broken rainfall records across Vancouver and the...
Opposition Pushes Back as Rumours Swirl Around Carney’s Possible U.S. Envoy Pick
Speculation that Prime Minister Mark Carney may appoint business executive Mark Wiseman as Canada’s next ambassador to the United States is already provoking significant backlash...
How India’s Nuclear Families Are Creating a New Food Culture by Blending Mom’s and Dad’s Culinary Traditions
Food in India has always been a reflection of geography, community and heritage. For centuries, recipes were passed down within joint families, preserving regional identities...
UNESCO Confirms Diwali as Global Cultural Treasure, India Welcomes Historic Recognition
Diwali, one of the world’s most widely celebrated festivals, has officially been inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, marking a milestone moment for India...