While you may be familiar with the American traditions of marriage—the bride wearing white, a couple exchanging rings, and vows that end in “I do”—there are endless unique wedding ...
In a letter to Slate's 'Care and Feeding' column — an advice outlet for parents — a mother shared that she feels hurt after her daughter rejected a number of wedding practices. The matriarch ...
A wedding is the most sacred ritual in India and every community or religion has its own traditions, ancient as well as modern, i.e., the sheer diversity that makes it even more special. Gujarat is ...
a tradition that’s still with us. Another enduring custom is the music played at nuptials. Queen Victoria’s eldest daughter shook the wedding world by choosing both Wagner’s “Here Comes ...
The junta’s preliminary census report, released at the end of last year, admits that it was only able to conduct a full headcount in 145 out of 330 townships across Myanmar. One reason for mass ...
Argentina, known for its vibrant culture and the fiery tango, boasts a rich tradition of unique wedding customs. These combine European influences with indigenous elements, resulting in colorful ...
One of the most iconic traditions in a Mongolian wedding is the exchanging of blue silk scarves, or khadag. During the ceremony, elders give these scarves to the bride and groom as a blessing for ...
They left behind what they were not supposed to bring: slingshots, fish paste, traditional medicines from their native Myanmar. But the family never made it to Ohio. Last month, their flights were ...
In a state known for its alligators, theme parks, and sun-seeking tourists of all stripes, Burmese pythons (Python bivittatus) are one unwelcome visitor. Thousands of these roughly 13-foot-long ...
The origins of wedding cakes goes back to ancient Rome. According to the website, ‘Brides’, the wedding cake can be traced back to Roman times, when loaves of wheat and barley – symbolizing fertility ...
Engaged couples taking care of the finances is on the rise,” says Kylie Carlson, the CEO of the International Academy of Wedding & Event Planning. “At the same time, the tradition of the bride ...