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The tiny European villages where they speak their own unique language

From Livonian to Griko, discover these European villages where people speak another language from everyone around them.

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Seven European destinations for a truly traditional breakfast

From Tostadas in Spain to Tiropita in Greece, it's worth getting up early to sample some traditional tastes.

Cult

Artisans reveal the secrets of how to make the iconic kelaghayi head scarf

In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Discover the secrets of silk kelaghayi scarves made in Azerbaijan. Their intricate motifs and rich colours have made them famous worldwide for their beauty. Woven and decorated with skill and artistry, they have even been recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage.

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Exploring Azerbaijan's most ancient art in Baku

In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Carpet weaving is one of Azerbaijan's most ancient arts, dating back to the Bronze Age - explored in this edition of Cult on Euronews.

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A guide to the strangest Easter traditions from around the world

In mainstream culture, Easter is most closely associated with spring flowers and chocolate eggs. But some towns and cities around the world have their own take on celebrating the Holy Week.

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Everything you need to know about Finnish sauna culture

Did you know saunas actually originate from Finland, not Sweden?

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Best selling souvenirs by country: From boomerangs to Russian dolls

Souvenirs can make a holiday last a lifetime. We find out what tourists always make sure to take home in their suitcases from destinations around the world.

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Female dragon dancers scale-up ambitions in Vietnam

At the Tu Anh Duong troupe in Vietnam's Mekong Delta city of Can Tho, young women defy stereotypes and get their lion on!

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Groundhog Day: Punxsutawney Phil says six more weeks of winter

The lore goes that if the groundhog sees his shadow as he did this year, there will be six more weeks of winter. If he doesn't, spring comes early.

Earth News

How to solve climate change, according to the Bijagós of Guinea-Bissau

For one community in West Africa, healing the planet is about a deep and ancient respect for nature.

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Toyosu fish market holds first tuna auction of 2021

The most expensive fish of the day was a 208-kilogram bluefin, which was sold for around €166,000.

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Cuban Santeria priests reveal their New Year predictions

Afro-Cuban priests of the Santeria religion have said they forsee that 2021 will bring important changes to the island nation, as it undergoes major economic and social reforms in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Swimmers in Massachusetts brave the cold waters for the New Year

People run into the cold sea in South Boston, Massachusetts, to mark the New Year. This year's official polar plunge was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic but groups of swimmers gathered at M Street beach to brave the 4°C water.

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Rome daredevils throw themselves into River Tiber to welcome new year

It's a New Year's Day tradition in the Italian capital.

Czech Republic

Hardy swimmers take a Christmas dip in Prague's Vlata river

It was the 74th edition of the event which commemorates the life of Alfred Nikodém, who was a goldsmith and a promoter of a spartan lifestyle.

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Japan keeps culture alive during the pandemic

In partnership with The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

We take a look at the ways Japan is getting its traditional theatre performances known as Kabuki out to audiences during the pandemic. Then we go for a stroll to an open-air art festival specially adapted to COVID times.

World

How is the ancient art of Egyptian puppetry making a comeback?

The art of puppetry in Egypt dates back to ancient times and the rule of the Pharaohs.

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Here's your boiled down guide to global tea traditions

Tea: the 5,000 year old cornerstone of civilisation. But what's the back story? And how has boiling a leaf in water manifested itself in different cultures around the world?

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Artist brings masks & social distancing to traditional nativity scene

Genny Di Virgilio is known in Italy for peppering the traditional manger scene with current events. So, of course, this year, COVID-19 took centre stage.

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Emirati henna artist launches natural henna brand & rolls out 'risqué' designs

Whilst the art form of henna may be thousands of years old, just like any fashionable trend it has taken many a stylish twist and turn down the years.