According to the puppeteers, the decline of the traditional craft has been steady over the years with fewer people showing interest in this ancient art form. As a result, many puppeteers are being ...

It was widely practised until European colonisers introduced modern weaponry, making traditional martial arts less relevant. In 1804, British colonial rulers banned Kalaripayattu, causing its decline.

Sabrina has been practising choi kwang do (CKD), a martial art founded by South Korean expert Choi Kwang-Jo, since 2019. The discipline focuses on fluid movements, incorporating yoga-based ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Irish mixed martial artist and former UFC champion Conor McGregor was at the White House on Monday for St ...

Ancient Greek martial art, Pankration, in action. AI depiction. Credit: Midjourney for the Greek Reporter Pankration was one of ancient Greece’s most revered sports in the same way that millions of ...

An all-female kung fu group in China that blends traditional martial art skills with modern dance has blown up on social media, gaining over a million followers on Douyin, China's version of ...

Traditional martial arts were once viewed as a vital tool for national pride and self-improvement. In a century marked by turmoil and external threats, figures like Yang Luchan, the founder of ...

Is traditional martial arts effective? This question generates varied opinions and impassioned debates among enthusiasts and practitioners. While proponents argue for its cultural significance and ...

Alongside its convoluted but engaging plot, lead actor Iko Uwais’ martial arts skills and the vibrant super-powered fights make the film a mindlessly entertaining watch. You can stream it here. Halle ...

Blending martial arts with hip hop dancing, 10-year-old Song Haoming and 12-year-old Fu Junxi made it into Juste Debout’s 2025 semi-finals, setting a record for Chinese participants in the hip hop ...

She has recently captivated the internet with her viral videos showcasing her mastery of the particular martial art, earning her the nickname. Xu developed a deep passion for traditional Chinese ...

There is chatting, and there is mint tea. But at the centre, a circle of women are gathering together to learn the traditional Palestinian art of tatreez. The craft, which dates back centuries ...