World news about “Tradition” published by euronews.
Icy plunge for Russia’s homeless – nocomment A group of Australians and New Zealanders living in Moscow took a plunge into ice-cold water on Saturday (January 28) to raise money for the homeless. 30/01/2012
Moscow: ‘Battle of the Snowmen’ – nocomment Dozens of Muscovites took part in a snowman-making contest at the city’s Palace of Pioneers. 23/01/2012
Chinese looking for luck in Year of the Dragon In China and other parts of Asia, the lunar new year has been ushered in in a blaze of glory. It is the year of the dragon, a powerful mythical creature that… 23/01/2012
Holy Bathing in IndiaStudents hold ceramic pots filled with water as they take a holy bath ahead of the Magh Mela festival during a ceremony in the western Indian city of… 09/01/2012
Australian beach Christmas – nocomment Hundreds of people flocked to beaches in Sydney, Australia, to celebrate Christmas. 26/12/2011
Underwater SantaSanta Claus loses sleigh and reindeer after one-too-many pre-flight egg nogs and finds himself in an aquarium in Guadalajara (Mexico) REUTERS/Alejandro Acosta… 24/12/2011
France: Lyon celebrates ‘Fête des Lumières’ – nocomment Tens of thousands of people gathered on Thursday evening for the opening of the ‘Fête des Lumières’ (Festival of Lights) which takes place every year in Lyon… 09/12/2011
Lebanon: Ashura celebrations – nocomment Hundreds of Shi’ite mourners mark Ashura in the southern Lebanese city of Nabatieh in a ritual of self-flagellation to show kinship with Imam Hussein… 06/12/2011
Mourning ceremony for Imam Hussain in Tehran – nocomment A mourning ceremony was held in the presence of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in Tehran to commemorate the martyrdom of… 06/12/2011
Chinese courage: swimming in iceA swimmer dives into the icy water of a lake in Beiling park in Shenyang, Liaoning province. REUTERS/Stringer 03/12/2011
5,000 sheep fill Madrid’s streets – nocomment Thousands of animals have passed through the centre of Madrid, marking an age old tradition. The so-called transhumance is an ancient custom in which sheep… 31/10/2011
Halloween at the White House – nocomment US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama greet children at the door of the White House in Washington. 30/10/2011
I’m dreaming of a white Halloween!In the US, the Northeast has been hit hard by a rare October snowstorm that also cut power to more than two million homes. But it means that some people will… 30/10/2011
Queen Elizabeth goes Down UnderBritain’s Queen Elizabeth watches a performance by an Australian aborigine during the welcome ceremony to the ‘Great Aussie BBQ’, as part of the Commonwealth… 29/10/2011
Halloween approaches – nocomment As the October 31 holiday approaches, New Yorkers and visitors are buying costumes, carving pumpkins and getting into the spirit of the season. 28/10/2011
World’s largest Lego pumpkin unveiled – nocomment In a Halloween display of massive proportions on Los Angeles’ Hollywood Boulevard, Legoland California unveiled an enormous pumpkin constructed entirely from… 06/10/2011
Spain: clashes at Catalonia’s last bullfight – nocomment Supporters and opponents of bullfighting clashed in Barcelona’s streets on Sunday during the last bullfight to take place in Catalonia. 26/09/2011
Last bullfight in CataloniaSpanish bullfighter Jose Tomas performs a pass to a bull during the last bullfight at the Monumental bullring in central Barcelona on Sunday. REUTERS/Gustau… 26/09/2011
The 178th Oktoberfest kicks off in Munich – nocomment Oktoberfest, one of Germany’s favourite events, kicked off in Munich on Saturday. Several million people are expected to come and celebrate over two weeks. 19/09/2011
Introducing Spain’s most feared bull – nocomment The “killer” Raton (Mouse), is Spain’s most feared and revered bull according to ‘aficionados’. Bullfighting is still a controversial tradition denounced by… 13/09/2011
Atypical schools for different children For people living traditional lives in the jungles of Indonesia, nature can be a challenge. One organisation is setting up informal classes for nomads and… 02/09/2011
The Venetian art of Burano and Murano Venice is renowned across the globe for the lace of Burano and the glass of Murano. Murano’s reputation as a centre for glassmaking was born when the… 29/08/2011
The rising skyscrapers in ChinaA boy sits in an area where old residential buildings are being demolished to make room for new skyscrapers in Shanghai. REUTER/Aly Song 16/08/2011
Bullfight at the Begona Festival in GijonSpanish matador Ivan Fandino is pushed to the ground by a bull during a bullfight at the Begona Festival in Gijon, northern Spain. REUTERS/Eloy Alonso 11/08/2011
Fighters, protesters and refugees among the Muslims marking Ramadan Across the Arab world signs are going up in shops and restaurants, just one of the many indications it is the start of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting… 01/08/2011
Where to protest in BrusselsIf you ever feel the need to express yourself to Europe’s leaders, Schuman Square, near the EU Council and the Commission buildings, is a favourite gathering… 27/07/2011
Annual Summer Santa Congress – nocomment Around 120 Santas descended on Danish capital Copenhagen for the 54th annual Summer Santa Congress in what is the biggest, busiest and hottest event of their… 20/07/2011
Mexico Summer parade – nocomment Hundreds of people attended a parade in Mexico City to celebrate the beginning of summer vacations for school children. 18/07/2011
Voodoo ritual in Haïti – nocomment Thousands of Haitian pilgrims took part in an annual voodoo ritual at the Saut D’Eau waterfalls on Sunday. 18/07/2011
Demonstration against bullfights in PamplonaAnimal rights protesters lie covered in fake blood and black paint as they form the shape of a bull during a demonstration calling for the abolition of bull… 03/07/2011
The Baikal diaryTraveller’s diary Denis Loktev – Ulan-Ude, 15-18 May 2011 Baikal’s Eastern shore is one of the most beautiful, though not easily reachable, destinations… 25/05/2011
A look at life in and around Russia’s Lake Baikal In South-Eastern Siberia there is an amazing wonder of nature – Lake Baikal. It is so vast and deep that locals call it the sea. But its water is pure and… 25/05/2011
Best young croissant maker contest – nocomment Young pastry chefs went head to head in a competition to find France’s best young croissant maker, which organisers said would help retain the value of pastry… 13/05/2011
Exploring Russia’s UralsTraveller’s diary Denis Loktev – Magnitogorsk, 4 May 2011 The Ural mountain’s (the eastern part is considered a natural boundary between Russia’s Europe… 10/05/2011
Macedonian diarySeamus Kearney spent a week in Skopje and at Lake Ohrid Skopje’s most famous daughter She is revered around the world, and in the minds of many she is… 09/05/2011
The Urals: Russia’s backbone The Ural mountains are a natural boundary between Russia’s European and Asian parts. It’s spring but the local climate allows skiing until early May, as we… 07/05/2011
The changing face of Skopje This year Macedonians celebrate the 20th anniversary of their country’s independence from the former Yugoslavia. In the first of a three-part series… 05/05/2011
Festivities in Caravaca de la cruz Festivities in honor of the Santisima y Vera Cruz de Caravaca in Caravaca de la cruz, southeastern Spain. (filmed by domingo) 02/05/2011
Seoul to organize birth anniversary of Lord BuddhaA worker attaches prayer petitions, with names written on cards, to lotus lanterns in preparation for the upcoming anniversary of the birth of Lord Buddha at… 18/04/2011
Some of Africa’s most famous art shows in Paris Totem-like figures, masks and sculptures that date back more than 1,000 years from West Africa’s Dogon region are now on show in Paris. 15/04/2011
Hungary: watering of the girlsLocals from the World Heritage village of Holloko, celebrate Easter with the traditional “watering of the girls”, a Hungarian tribal fertility ritual rooted… 14/04/2011
Fire in the heart – Azerbaijan celebrates Novruz Dancing in the streets, resolving quarrels and paying tributes: Novruz, the spring festival of Persian origin, has been celebrated for over three millennia… 23/03/2011
Hindu Festival of Colours in Trinidad and TobagoA man smeared with coloured powder celebrates Phagwa or Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colours, which marks the beginning of spring, in Trinidad and Tobago… 21/03/2011
Lent and Ash Wednesday festivalMen paint themselves to ward off evil spirits in this century-old tradition during a festival in Mexico before Lent and Ash Wednesday. REUTERS/Jorge Luis Plata 09/03/2011
International Women’s DayMembers from the Korean Women’s Association United attend a flash mob to celebrate International Women’s Day in central Seoul. REUTERS/Truth Leem 08/03/2011
Carnival parade in Rio de JaneiroA reveller of the Mangueira samba school participates in the annual Carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro’s Sambadrome. REUTERS/Ricardo Moraes 07/03/2011
Carnival in CologneWomen dressed for “Weiberfastnacht” (Women’s Carnival) celebrate in front of Cologne’s cathedral. Women’s Carnival marks the start of a week of street… 03/03/2011
Chinese New Year 2011: Year of the RabbitThe Chinese Lunar New Year begins on February 3 and marks the start of the Year of the Rabbit, according to the Chinese zodiac. REUTERS/Carlos Barria 03/02/2011
Chilpancingo, estado de Guerrero. México. by Cesar Lorences 24/01/2011
Istanbul’s World Heritage status under threat “Hands off my house” warns a home-made sign on an historic dwellings in the old part of Istanbul are still standing – but for how long? The residents are… 23/09/2010
China curbs racy entertainmentChina’s president has warned that Western culture is out to attack China and urged a campaign to curb racy entertainment. Dating and talent shows have now… 05/01/2012
Traditional flour fights in SpainA flour fight rooted in tradition dating back more than two centuries has been held in the Spanish town of Ibi in Alicante. It takes place on December 28… 29/12/2011
Christmas Eve in BethlehemSeasonal celebrations are in full swing in the traditional birthplace of Jesus as Bethlehem’s Mayor hails a Christmas of hope for the Palestinian… 24/12/2011
Japan shines bright at Lyon’s festival of lightsWhat is billed as France’s biggest and best festival of lights begins in earnest tonight. “La fete des lumieres” takes place each year in the south-eastern… 08/12/2011
UN honours cultural heritageTwelve cultural traditions have been given world heritage status by UNESCO, the UN body responsible for education, science and culture. They include French… 28/11/2011
Pilgrims flock to Mecca for HajjUp to three million Muslims are expected to descend on the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage which officially starts on… 04/11/2011
Italians invade Munich’s beer festivalIt is Autumn in Munich and that means the annual beer festival is getting into full swing. The so-called Oktoberfest attracts tourists from around the world… 03/10/2011
Scuffles as curtain falls on Catalonian bullfightsThere were emotional scenes in Barcelona after Catalonia’s final bullfight took place before a ban comes into force in the autonomous Spanish region. Two… 26/09/2011
Animal rights activists criticise traditional Italian raceItaly’s famous Siena Palio race has been won by a horse named Mississippi, despite calls for the event to be ended. Saturday’s race in Tuscany featured nine… 03/07/2011
Thousands gather for Stonehenge summer solsticeDamp, overcast conditions failed to deter thousands of people from gathering at one of the UK’s oldest sites to celebrate the summer solstice. Led by… 21/06/2011
Kate Middleton tosses a pancakeMiss Catherine Middleton tosses a pancake in front of the City Hall during their visit to Northern Ireland to carry out several official Royal Engagements in… 25/04/2011
Frankfurt stages a silent protest danceIn the German city of Frankfurt the main square was filled with dancers on Friday but not a note of music could be heard. The, ‘silent’ dancers were… 22/04/2011
Dutch ritual slaughter ban a step closerIn Holland, a proposal to ban Kosher and Halal slaughter methods has moved a step closer to reality, with a majority of the country’s MPs now supporting the… 08/04/2011
Happy Persian New YearUp to 200 million people are celebrating the Persian New Year’s Day, or Norouz, which starts at midnight on the 21st of March. It is widely celebrated in… 20/03/2011
Vienna’s Spanish Court Riding SchoolVisitors to Vienna will continue to enjoy one of the Austrian capital’s main attractions after it managed to drag itself out of massive debt. The Spanish… 13/01/2011
Revolting witches hex Romanian governmentSuperstition is a serious business in Romania, so serious the government has decided to tax it in these austere times, and as part of a drive to slash tax… 06/01/2011
Lyon shines bright in the bleak mid-winterLyon’s annual orgy of spectacular visual and audio displays has begun in its usual flamboyant style. The French city’s fabulous “Festival of Lights” may… 09/12/2010
Snoopy kicks off Macy’s Thanksgiving ParadeSnoopy, the beloved dog from the Charlie Brown cartoons has opened the Macy Thanksgiving Parade. The annual tradition in New York often draws tens of… 26/11/2010
Aboriginal art exhibition: a journey through timeA groundbreaking exhibition on Aboriginal Art has opened in the Australian capital – taking visitors on a trip through time along the famous Canning Stock… 26/10/2010
Tigerman on tourThe Legendary Tigerman is a one-man band show, with Portuguese musician Paulo Furtado the man behind everything from the kazoo to the guitar. His latest… 18/10/2010
Spaniards refuse to say ‘adios’ to siestasDespite these tough economic times, Spaniards are refusing to say ‘adios’ to their traditional afternoon siesta. Some say the fast-pace of modern life is… 16/10/2010
Japan’s baby crying contestIs it child cruelty or the sign of a healthy bouncing baby? Whatever your take, Japan’s 400 year old sumo crying contest is not about muscle. Considered… 16/08/2010
