While chocolates, flowers, and love letters are common traditions in many countries, there are some fascinating Valentine's Day customs around the world that may surprise you. Read More ...

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romantic dinners and other sweet traditions. For some, the real holiday for celebrating love comes on Oct. 9 when some Spaniards, particularly Valencians, commemorate a different saint ...

2. Instead of chocolates, people in Denmark exchange white flowers. Men also send funny, anonymous love poems, and if the recipient guesses the sender correctly, they receive an Easter egg later ...

Valentine's Day might be top of mind for most people, but Mardi Gras is coming up, too. Here's what you need to know about celebrating the holiday.

Each culture that celebrates the Lunar New Year has traditions passed down from generation to generation that are thought to bring good luck. NPR readers share theirs.

But did you know that different cultures have their own fun and unique back-to-school traditions? From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the quiet villages in the North Pole, here’s a look at how kids ...

Different countries have their own unique traditions. Let’s take a look at how this special day is observed around the world. Japan: On February 14, girls give gifts to boys. Then, on March 14 ...

The Year of the Snake is here - and millions across Asia and the world are welcoming it, with family, friends, prayers and plenty of food. The Lunar New Year, which coincides with ...