Culture and Heritage
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What is Juneteenth? The history and significance behind America’s Freedom Day
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, the day enslaved African Americans in Texas were informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Continue reading
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What is Vesak? The meaning, traditions and global significance of Buddhism’s holiest festival
Sri Lanka has begun week-long Vesak celebrations, marking the birth, enlightenment and Mahaparinirvana of Gautama Buddha. Here’s what the festival means, how it is celebrated and why it continues to unite Buddhist communities around the world. Continue reading
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Mother’s Day 2026: Why we celebrate it, its origin, history and significance.
Mother’s Day is celebrated across the world every year, but the story behind the occasion is far more emotional and complex than many realise. Continue reading
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Rabindra Jayanti 2026: History, significance and Why Bengal celebrates it differently
Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2026 marks the 165th birth anniversary of the Nobel laureate poet, philosopher and composer whose influence continues to shape Indian literature, music and culture. Continue reading
