As Iranians celebrate the Persian New Year, explore the fascinating calendars still used around the world—shaped by sun, moon ...

Recently, however, he noted a subtle shift: “During the Orthodox Christmas interviews in early January, several priests sent to the Ukrainian front reported to Patriarch Kirill that the Russian ...

Most notably, he missed 17 straight games after suffering a tear in his left groin on Christmas Day in 2018. James said Saturday night that he does not believe his most recent injury is as severe ...

The Russian Orthodox Church does not support the celebration of International Women's Day on March 8, as it is not connected to Russian cultural and spiritual traditions, a senior cleric has said.

International Women's Day on March 8 celebrates women's achievements, strength, and resilience. This day encourages appreciation, advocacy for gender equality, and inspiration to break barriers.

New Year’s Day is also a major holiday in Kosovo, coming about a week before Christmas for Catholics but about a week after Christmas for Serbian Orthodox. There will be fireworks displays, feasting, ...

Most families start the day by attending church and then spend the afternoon and evening feasting with their family and friends. Celebrations continue through until 6 January which marks the date for ...

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