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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.

12/05/2022

Moments

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.

05/05/2022

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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.

01/05/2022

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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.

01/05/2022

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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.

19/04/2022

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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.

12/04/2022

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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.

12/04/2022

Moments

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.

23/02/2022

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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

20/02/2022

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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

08/02/2022

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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

07/02/2022

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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.

14/01/2022

Culture news

Where are the most iconic Christmas trees around the world?

Here's a list of some of the most tree-mendous (sorry) festive firs across the world.

24/12/2021

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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.

19/12/2021

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New York Christmas lights welcome the festive season

New York Christmas lights welcome the festive season

15/12/2021

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Santa Lucia light celebration performed at a swimming pool in Stockholm

Children and teenagers from the Neptun synchronised swimming club perform for the Santa Lucia festival of light in a pool in Stockholm.

13/12/2021

Culture news

Lights dazzle in swimming pool to celebrate Santa Lucia Day in Sweden

Children and teenagers from the Neptun Synchronised Swimming Club got together to perform for the Santa Lucia festival of light in one of Stockholm's grandest pools.

13/12/2021

Netherlands

Princess Amalia, heir to the Dutch throne, turns 18

She is now officially entitled to take over the throne from her father, King Willem-Alexander, should the need arise.

08/12/2021

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In poor Lagos district, 'slum party' brings hope and life

A collective of 10 young Nigerian performers seeks to improve the lives of Orowonshoki's residents through dance at the "Slum Party", hoping to change the reputation of an area once blighted by gang violence.

03/12/2021

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Budapest embraces the Christmas spirit

Budapest's Christmas market is welcoming visitors for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

02/12/2021