TASS has prepared this factbox with background information on the history of Russia’s traditional New Year’s celebration ...

Countries in the South Pacific Ocean are the first to ring in the New Year, with midnight in New Zealand striking 18 hours ...

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 99% of the city can trace heritage back to another country.

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The first Holy Year was called in 1300, and in recent times they are generally celebrated every 25 to 50 years. Pilgrims who participate can obtain “indulgences” — the centuries-old feature of the ...

This holiday season marks Ukraine’s third straight since Russia’s invasion, and President-elect Donald Trump’s promise of ...

Setting out tiny, hand-carved egg cups that hold one red Santa and one black Santa bring Lawrence Weigel to mind. During my ...

Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Wednesday urged “all people of all nations” to find courage during this ...

While people from all over the globe celebrate Christmas, how the holiday is observed may vary depending on where you are.

His family was wealthy, and he took his inheritance and gave to less fortunate and lived a life of humility. He died on Dec.

Leavenworth takes on the ruddy, warm glow of a German Christmas market, with the magic of choirs, carolers, food vendors and ...