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Thousands of Italian troops and civil servants paraded through central Rome on Monday to mark the 79th anniversary of the country becoming a republic.
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Dozens of clowns in oversized shoes, painted faces, and colourful costumes marched through Lima’s streets on Sunday for Peru’s annual Clown Day.
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‘Parade of the Galaxies’ brings Star Wars fans to Santiago streets
Hundreds of Star Wars fans gathered in Santiago on Saturday for the second “Parade of the Galaxies,” celebrating the iconic saga with elaborate costumes and performances.
Mexico commemorates Battle of Puebla with historic reenactments
Hundreds of participants in full costume gathered in Mexico City on Monday to mark the 1862 Mexican victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla.
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Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau island burst into celebration on Monday as the annual Bun Festival got underway with a vibrant parade through its narrow streets.
Hungary passes law banning Pride events in new blow to LGBTQ+ rights
Attending a banned event will carry fines up to about €500, and authorities will be able to use facial recognition tools to identify attendees.
Jerusalem holds Purim parade with yellow ribbon symbolising hostages
The Purim parade in Jerusalem on Sunday featured the Israeli police band and a yellow ribbon, symbolising hostages held in Gaza amid ongoing conflict.
Carnival revelry, matrafonas and 50 years of freedom in Torres Vedras
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Germany’s Carnival: Colourful Parades, political satire and controversy
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New York Fashion Week haute couture show for pets
Dogs and a cat dressed in haute couture by Anthony Rubio took to the catwalk at New York Fashion Week, with looks inspired by Marc Chagall and the Moulin Rouge.
Three Kings parade lights up the streets of Madrid
On the evening of 5 January, Madrid comes alive with the vibrant Three Kings parade, one of Spain's most cherished traditions.
Santa's parade brings joy and sweets to Romania
In Livezile, Romania, participants in Santa's parade share sweets and joy with children from neighbouring villages.
Devilish creatures take over streets of Hollabrunn in Austria
Thousands gathered in the Austrian town of Hollabrunn on Saturday to watch the traditional Krampus procession featuring devilish creatures.