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Pakistan

Watch: Millers uses traditional methods to make edible oil

Watch: Ghani extraction methods stretch back to 4,000 years and was invented by the Harappa civilisation.

20/08/2018

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The centuries-old history of Russian cherry farming

The cherry orchards have remained the backbone of life in this small Russian village.

17/08/2018

Slovenia

Watch: Slovenians gather to set Guinness World Record in scything

Some 570 people gathered to participate in the event, with Slovenian President Borut Pahor also in attendance.

14/08/2018

Earth News

Greece's last bell makers keep dying trade alive

The Galanopoulos family has started the business in the 1800s.

20/07/2018

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Ballet National Sukhishvili

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15/06/2018

Earth News

Spoons are the official instrument for the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Spoons have been used in Russian folk music for hundreds of years.

12/06/2018

Earth News

The unique flower behind Chanel No 5

There wouldn't be Chanel No 5 as we know it without the addition of this delicate pink rose.

29/05/2018

United Kingdom

Watch: Competitors tumble down hill at annual UK cheese-rolling race

A veteran contestant broke the all-time record for the most cheeses won.

28/05/2018

Earth News

The men behind the symbol of Greek pride and history

Take a sneak peek into the last workshop in Greece that makes authentic, traditional costumes.

25/05/2018

Mongolia

Mongolia hunting ban clashes with centuries old tradition

The Dhuka reindeer herders of northen Mongolia say the new regulations threaten their way of life

23/05/2018

World

The Middle East embraces the spirit of Ramadan

As the Holy Month of Ramadan begins, we examine how children are embracing the spiritual time in the multicultural UAE. We also travel to Cairo to shine a light on ‘fawanees’, the colourful lanterns which hold great cultural significance for Egyptians at this time of the year.

18/05/2018

Spain

Flamenco therapy

An innovative dance company in Spain uses Flamenco to help the disabled rediscover their self-belief.

14/05/2018

United Kingdom

Jingle Bells: May Day Morris dancing in England

Clashing sticks, waving handkerchiefs and jangling bells are all part of a cherished British tradition celebrated on May 1st

01/05/2018

Earth News

Reviving a rare craft

Egyptian craftsman remains loyal to the dying art of horse-drawn carriage manufacturing.

26/04/2018

Turkey

Couple becomes culinary sensation with miniature-sized dishes

A Turkish couple has taken its hobby of cooking traditional dishes in miniature size to YouTube fame.

12/04/2018

Focus

Dagur Sigurdsson's Japan

Where does the high-profile Icelandic head coach of the Japanese national handball-team relax after a hard training session?

03/04/2018

Earth News

Reviving the traditional art of ceramics in Georgia

Artists added a modern twist to the traditional design.

30/03/2018

Spotlight

Japonismes 2018: Paris soon under the spell of Japan's visual arts

Get a sneak peek at Japonismes 2018, an eagerly-anticipated cultural landmark this summer in Paris with over 50 events dedicated to Japanese culture.

27/03/2018

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Salvadoreans cleanse their souls with an Easter whipping

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27/03/2018

Spotlight

Paris to swing to the beat of 'Japonismes'

This year, France and Japan are celebrating 160 years of diplomatic relations.

20/03/2018