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Tokyo sleep competition offers 2 million yen prize to best sleeper

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Young martial artists train in China’s ancient mountain schools

Young students from China and abroad train in tai chi and kung fu on the Wudang Mountains, where Taoist philosophy shapes martial arts and daily life.

Cult

Uzeyir Hajibeyli festival celebrates a lasting musical legacy

In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Uzeyir Hajibeyli’s musical legacy continues to bring different traditions together, inspiring an international festival spanning concerts, culture and musical exchange.

Silk Road Adventures

Inside the workshops keeping Uzbekistan’s traditional crafts alive

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

Traditional workshops in Uzbekistan are teaching younger generations the skills behind woodcarving, embroidery and ceramics, while adapting their work to contemporary tastes and new opportunities.

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London’s Southwark Bridge turns into woolly parade at annual Sheep Drive charity event

Sheep took over Southwark Bridge in London on Sunday, 27 September, as the city hosted its annual Woolmen’s Sheep Drive.

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Austria: Yodelling tradition goes underground in Graz

Austria's yodellers are using a Graz underground car park for its rich acoustics, bringing an Alpine tradition to an unusual urban setting.

Azerbaijan

Udi Christians worship at Azerbaijan's Karabakh monasteries

A religious service at the historic Gandzasar monastery has offered a rare insight into Karabakh’s Christian heritage, as historic religious disputes linger while Azerbaijan and Armenia work toward lasting peace.

Modern Nomads

Turkistan: Mountains and heritage

In partnership with MDQ

Ranked among Kazakhstan’s top five domestic tourist destinations, the Turkistan region blends nature, history and spirituality, revealing the rich heritage of the country’s southern region.

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Alpaca migration: Woolly travellers make their way down from the Swiss Alps

Around 70 alpacas descend from summer pastures in Switzerland's Bernese Alps, crossing bridges and mountain roads before travelling to their winter farm.

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Lowriders take over San Francisco streets in colourful parade

Thousands lined Mission Street in San Francisco for the King of the Street parade, where more than 300 custom lowriders celebrated Chicano culture.

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Oktoberfest kicks off with beer, cheers and a traditional first tap

Oktoberfest 2026 opened in Munich, Germany, when the mayor tapped the first keg. Crowds sang and drank beer while police stepped up security checks.

Culture Series

Meet the beekeeper carrying on three generations of family tradition

In partnership with Azpromo

The Honey Festival celebrates Kalbajar’s long beekeeping tradition, bringing local producers together as they promote the region’s honey and explore opportunities to reach new audiences beyond Azerbaijan.

Silk Road Adventures

How wedding customs bring families together in Uzbekistan

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

Civil registration, wedding plov, family blessings and ‘Kelin Salom’ are among the customs that accompany couples as they begin married life in Uzbekistan.

Cult

Nomad Games celebrate nomadic culture once more in Kyrgzystan

In partnership with Ministry of culture, information and youth policy of the Kyrgyz Republic

6th World Nomad Games were held in the Kyrgyz Republic. 109 teams from all continents took part. They competed in 42 disciplines. Scientific and cultural events and an ethno-village completed the programme of the games aimed at preserving and promoting nomadic culture, tradition & history worldwide.

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Flower-crowned cows bring Alpine tradition to Gstaad festival

Decorated cows descend from Alpine pastures into Gstaad for Switzerland's Züglete festival, drawing crowds, music and visitors from around the world.

Business Line

The rise of local brands in Uzbekistan

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

From fashion and traditional crafts to electronics and manufactured goods, Uzbek companies are increasingly looking beyond production to build brands that can compete at home and reach consumers abroad.

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Venice’s historic Regata Storica fills Grand Canal with colourful boats

Historic boats parade along Venice's Grand Canal as crowds gather near Rialto Bridge for the annual Regata Storica and rowing celebrations.