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We're jamming: Azerbaijan’s enduring tea ritual

To mark International Tea Day, Nadira Tudor stopped for a brew in Azerbaijan where the history of sharing a cuppa is shaped by a particular pairing defined by tradition and flavours.

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Watch: UK Parliament revives centuries-old ritual before King’s Speech

Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech.

Silk Road Adventures

How music and craftsmanship keep traditions alive today

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From workshops to oral traditions, music continues to connect generations through instruments, performance and cultural heritage.

Food and Drink

Is tripe soup Greek or Turkish? A culinary dispute heats up

Greece and Turkey are clashing over who can claim tripe soup as their own. Known as “patsa” in Greece and “iskembe” in Turkey, the centuries-old recipe is a staple in both countries - and a popular hangover cure.

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Bejewelled skeletons on display in German monastery fascinate visitors

Decorated catacomb saints at Bavaria's former Banz monastery continue to attract visitors centuries after arriving from Rome.

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Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony

Twenty-eight new recruits were formally sworn into the Swiss Guards at Vatican City on Wednesday during a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo XIV.

Voices from Central Asia

How a Kazakh duo is modernising a traditional instrument

In partnership with MDQ

The “Temirlan & Yernat” duo is bringing the Kazakh traditional instrument, the dombra, to global audiences, proving this ancient instrument can thrive far beyond the steppe.

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İstanbul luxury: where ancient heritage meets the Bosphorus

In partnership with GoTürkiye

From Ottoman palaces to ancient rituals, İstanbul is redefining high-end travel by rooting modern sophistication in its deep cultural history.

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Germany’s canal village keeps 129-year mail-by-boat tradition alive

In Germany’s Spreewald, postal worker Andrea Bunar resumes delivering mail by barge, continuing a 129-year tradition in Lehde village.

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Grand Voyager | Exploring Tangier

In partnership with Media City

From bustling markets and historic castles to its forest and iconic coast, Tangier is city full of character. But what is it about this North African city that inspires visitors?

Silk Road Adventures

Inside the guesthouses keeping Silk Road hospitality alive

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From Surkhandarya to Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent, guesthouses offer travellers a chance to experience Uzbek hospitality and everyday life along the Silk Road.

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Swiss voters raise hands in centuries-old open-air election

Thousands gathered in Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland, to vote by raising hands in a centuries-old tradition, electing local leaders and deciding on key issues in a public square.

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Preserving Karabakh’s musical heritage

In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Karabakh’s music traditions combine performance, storytelling and improvisation, preserving cultural heritage across generations.

Silk Road Adventures

How Nowruz is celebrated across regions and communities

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From Surkhandarya to Andijan and Tashkent, Nowruz brings people together through food, tradition and shared celebrations, marking the arrival of spring across Uzbekistan.

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Thailand marks Songkran New Year with water fights and travel surge

Thailand marked the start of the Songkran New Year on Monday, 13 April 2026, with large crowds gathering in Bangkok for its traditional water festival.

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Grand Voyager | Exploring Hong Kong

In partnership with Media City

From centuries-old temples to its famous skyline, Hong Kong is city celebrated for its historic landmarks, bustling streets and unque flavours. But what is it about this famous city that makes it so unique?