Japan Kazakhstan marks National Day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Kazakhstan’s National Day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan featured music, cultural performances and innovation, drawing thousands of visitors. 14/08/2025
Culture news International Left-Handers Day: Facts you may not know about lefties “If the left half of the brain controls the right half of the body then only left-handed people are in the right mind.” - W.C. Fields 13/08/2025
Silk Road Adventures The colours of Uzbekistan’s bazaars are not just about commerce In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bazaars are living symbols of the country’s historical role as a crossroads of civilizations and its vibrant present-day culture. 12/08/2025
Voices from Central Asia Kazakh musician Layla Tazhibayeva reimagines traditional kobyz In partnership with MDQ Renowned Kazakh musician Layla Tazhibayeva is reshaping the future of classical music in her country through her mastery of the kobyz, or Kazakh violin. 11/08/2025
Culture news In Pictures: Sacred masks and dancing fill Benin’s capital The mask festival in Benin's capital, Porto-Novo, blends sacred rituals and vivid performances to spotlight Vodun traditions and promotes the capital as a cultural hub. 04/08/2025
No Comment WATCH: Benin celebrates cultural heritage at Mask Festival Thousands gathered in the Beninese capital for the country’s annual Mask Festival, a traditional event that celebrates ancestral spirits and cultural identity. 04/08/2025
Silk Road Adventures Surkhandarya: A journey of discovery in Uzbekistan’s untouched South In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Framed as a story of discovery, this episode of Silk Road Adventures is a unique journey across a lesser-travelled land where nature, history, and tradition blend seamlessly. 01/08/2025
No Comment Hong Kong's traditional bamboo scaffolding faces gradual phase-out Hong Kong’s iconic bamboo scaffolding may be phased out as the government pushes for wider adoption of metal alternatives, citing safety concerns and industry trends. 30/07/2025
Green News The world loves argan oil but Morocco’s trees are paying the price The hidden cost of argan oil's beauty boom is drought, deforestation and disappearing traditions. 29/07/2025
No Comment Old bridge in Mostar hosts 459th annual jump Thousands gathered in Mostar on Sunday to witness the 459th traditional jump from the Old Bridge, one of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s most iconic landmarks. 28/07/2025
Destinations These unique ice creams are a reason to travel to Europe this summer Whether you’re wandering the streets of Palermo or exploring Istanbul, there’s ice cream worth seeking out. 27/07/2025
Culture Series Baku artist preserves Azerbaijani culture through handmade jewellery In partnership with Azpromo Azerbaijani artist Rasmina Gurbatova blends heritage and innovation, crafting handmade jewellery rooted in ancestral culture, identity, and timeless design. 24/07/2025
Qatar 365 Horses to Falcons: Preserving Qatar’s animal traditions In partnership with Media City From majestic Arabian horses to the ‘gentle giants’ of the sea, whale sharks and the intelligent falcon, Qatar’s animal heritage can be traced back generations. The traditions are kept alive by efforts to preserve their importance to Qatar’s biodiversity and culture. 23/07/2025
No Comment Men race through Fukuoka with one-tonne floats at summer festival In Fukuoka, southwest Japan, the centuries-old Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival came to a roaring finale on Tuesday as teams of men raced through city streets carrying one-tonne floats. 16/07/2025
Moments A weekend discovering the ancient traditions of Marrakech Marrakech’s enduring, age-old traditions are the soul of the city. Here’s how to seek them out on your next trip. 13/07/2025
No Comment Dance of the Dwarves returns to La Palma after a decade After a ten-year absence, La Palma’s iconic Dance of the Dwarves returned this week as part of the Bajada de la Virgen de Las Nieves festival. 11/07/2025
Global Japan 3D tech and tradition protect Japan’s historic sites from disasters In partnership with The Government of Japan Japan is combining cutting-edge 3D scanning with centuries-old craftsmanship to protect cultural heritage from climate change, earthquakes, and humidity — starting with the iconic Eiheiji temple in Fukui Prefecture. 07/07/2025
Lifestyle What is the Wife-Carrying World Championship in Finland? Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the Wife-Carrying World Championships today and tomorrow. Here’s the lowdown on this unusual sporting event and everything you need to know about this year’s 28th edition. 04/07/2025
Culture Series Azerbaijani vocalist channels ancient sounds into global expression In partnership with Azpromo Azerbaijani singer Alim Qasimov reflects on his roots, artistry, and how traditional mugham carries emotion and meaning far beyond borders. 03/07/2025
No Comment Fire, masks and folklore at Paraguay’s Kamba Ra’anga festival Locals in Altos, Paraguay celebrated the Kamba Ra’anga festival on Monday with fire, dancing and traditional costumes. 02/07/2025