A centuries-old shrine near Tokyo held an annual festival on Thursday to burn New Year decorations, such as straw festoons ...

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For some, the Chao Mae Thapthim Shrine is a beacon of resistance against a larger force.When the Property Management of Chulalongkorn University (PMCU) sought eviction of its fourth-generation ...

Japan’s lack of public trash cans often surprises visitors, but cultural norms and safety concerns explain why travelers carry their trash all day.

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Tucked away in western South Dakota, just a short drive south of Rapid City, Hermosa offers a refreshing counterpoint to our notification-filled lives. The Spanish word “hermosa” translates to ...

Tucked away in the misty coastal town of Ketchikan, where eagles soar overhead and cruise ships dock like gentle giants, ...

Brigid’s story is celebrated across Ireland, beginning in Faughart, just outside Dundalk, where her life, as saint, goddess ...

These Indiana mom-and-pop diners serve comforting classics, generous portions, and familiar flavors that locals trust day ...

People gathered in Tokyo and Numazu to brave ice-cold water in purification rituals meant to pray for good health during the ...

Representatives of the European Union and South American nations signed a free trade agreement on Saturday, but the deal is ...

This iconic skincare formula is a classic for a reason.