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NKorea marks ruling party anniversary
North Koreans had a day off on Monday, the tenth of October is the official date of the founding of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party.
Malaysia celebrates 65th Independence Day with parades
Malaysia celebrates its 65th Indepence Day on Wednesday in the capital of Kuala Lumpur, with over 20,000 people taking part in parades that involved flag-waving uniformed personnel and military vehicles.
Netherlands marks the return of famous herring festival
Vlaggetjesdag, a local holiday marking the arrival of fresh herring, was again held in Scheveningen after a three-year break.
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A thousand candles lit up in Bangkok to mark Buddha's birthday
Thailand commemorates Visakha Bucha Day, Buddhism's most sacred day of the year which marks Buddha's birth, enlightenment and death, held on the full moon of the third lunar month in the Buddhist calendar.
Brazilians claim world's biggest-ever barbecue
The Parauapebas City Hall, located in Pará state in northern Brazil, organise what they claim as the "biggest barbecue in the world" to celebrate the city's 34th anniversary.
Platinum Jubilee: How to eat, drink, and party like a royal
In June, Brits will get a special four-day bank holiday weekend to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Here’s your ultimate guide to the festivities.
Real Madrid celebrate 35th Spanish La Liga title
Real Madrid celebrate their 35th Spanish league title with their fans by taking a bus around the Cibeles fountain in Madrid.
Police detain May Day protesters in Istanbul
Turkish police prevent demonstrations and detain dozens of protesters in Istanbul on International Workers’ Day, also known as May Day.
Colombians feel 'happy and proud' ahead of painter Fernando Botero's 90th birthday
Residents of the Colombian city Medellin and tourists who visit the sculptures located in Botero Square, share feelings of happiness and pride a day ahead of the 90th birthday of the painter and sculptor Fernando Botero on April 19.
Women bear weight of Easter rite in changing Spain
A team of women rock from one foot to another rhythmically as they carry a 1.5-tonne float topped with a statue of Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary through the streets of Granada in southern Spain.
North Korean youth dance to celebrate 10th anniversary of Kim Jong Un in power
Students and youth wearing face masks dance in Pyongyang to commemorate the 10th anniversary of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in power.
Why are polar bears and spacemen floating down this Italian street?
One of Europe’s most renowned celebrations - the Carnival of Viareggio - is back with a bang after coronavirus restrictions limited last year's plans.
The famous carnival in Nice returns after two years
After a year's absence the party atmosphere returned to the city of Nice as it welcomed back its annual carnival parade
Ecstatic crowds greet victorious Senegal on Cup of Nations return
Hundreds of thousands of ecstatic and chanting fans gather in the streets of Dakar to see the players of their national football team, who return home after winning the Africa Cup of Nations and sit on top of a bus as they parade to the presidential palace
Senegalese celebrate first Africa Cup of Nations victory in Dakar
Thousands football fans in Senegal's capital Dakar celebrate the victory of the country's first Africa Cup of Nations title after Sunday's final against Egypt
Masked dancers chase away evil at a festival in Bulgaria
Masked dancers carry on an ancient Bulgarian carnival tradition, in the belief that it helps ward off evil spirits.
Where are the most iconic Christmas trees around the world?
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Father Frost visits Moscow children's hospital
Russian rescue corps students abseiled down the wall of a Moscow children's hospital on Sunday to bring a bit of holiday cheer to its patients.
New York Christmas lights welcome the festive season
New York Christmas lights welcome the festive season