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Know the reason why we have a special day reserved for Mum and how it is celebrated in the Philippines and around the world.

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Danish, Lasse Spang Olsen was crucified in Pampanga, Philippines, during the Holy Week.

Why do we celebrate one of the biggest war tragedies in the Philippines, the Fall of Bataan? Discover more about the National Holiday that falls on 9 April.

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Discover why every year the citizens of Venice transform into mysterious creatures of fantasy.

This town in Spain puts a twist before Lent through searing pain and staggering fun.

How the Filipino-Chinese community celebrate this important traditional holiday.

Discover more about this bizarre festival that falls on 19 and 20 January in a town in Spain.

Dutch nationals brave the cold in this traditional New Year’s swim.

Find out how one dad in Yemen gave a traditional ritual a very modern twist.