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Canada: Snow Walls and Polar Bear Plunges

Canada: Snow Walls and Polar Bear Plunges

July 1, 2025, 3:12 pm EDT
Title: Palestine Condemns Israel's Closure of UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

Title: Palestine Condemns Israel's Closure of UNRWA Schools in East Jerusalem

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The Longest Country Name in History Belonged to a Defunct Nation

The Longest Country Name in History Belonged to a Defunct Nation

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Brazil: Mountain Climbing for Happiness and Ear-Tugging Blessings

Brazil: Mountain Climbing for Happiness and Ear-Tugging Blessings

July 1, 2025, 1:58 pm EDT
Nepal’s Struggle Amidst Splendor: Poverty and Inequality in the Himalayas

Nepal’s Struggle Amidst Splendor: Poverty and Inequality in the Himalayas

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Brazil: Mountain Climbing for Happiness and Ear-Tugging Blessings

Brazil: Mountain Climbing for Happiness and Ear-Tugging Blessings

In Brazil, where New Year’s coincides with the height of summer, the celebrations blend natural joy with unique traditions. As the southern hemisphere welcomes the new year in sweltering heat, cities across the country light up with spectacular fireworks at midnight, painting the tropical sky in vibrant hues. But the most iconic ritual unfolds in the hills and mountains.

France: Eiffel Tower Light Shows and Champagne Toasts

France: Eiffel Tower Light Shows and Champagne Toasts

Paris ushers in the new year with characteristic chic, combining iconic landmarks, culinary traditions, and superstitious rituals. As midnight approaches, the Eiffel Tower becomes the centerpiece, dazzling crowds with a spectacular light show and fireworks that paint the Parisian sky—an annual spectacle that draws millions to the Champ de Mars and televisions worldwide.

Spain: The 12 Grapes Tradition

Spain: The 12 Grapes Tradition

In Spain, New Year’s Eve revolves around a quirky yet cherished ritual: consuming 12 grapes at the stroke of midnight. As the clock ticks toward the new year, families and friends gather, often in central squares like Madrid’s Puerta del Sol, clutching small bunches of grapes—their eyes fixed on the clock tower and hands ready to pop each fruit into their mouths with every chime.

Canada: Snow Walls and Polar Bear Plunges

Canada: Snow Walls and Polar Bear Plunges

In Canada, where winter dominates the New Year’s landscape, snow isn’t just a backdrop—it’s a symbol of prosperity. As the new year approaches, Canadians build towering snow walls around their homes and craft elaborate snowmen, believing these icy fortifications ward off negative energies. This tradition harks back to indigenous beliefs that snow possesses cleansing properties, while the act of shaping it into barriers reflects a practical wintertime resilience.

A tragedy occurred in front of the New Zealand Parliament this week.

A tragedy occurred in front of the New Zealand Parliament this week.

A tragedy occurred in front of the New Zealand Parliament this week.

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