More than just a party, Carnival is a tradition steeped in history. We delve into unique celebrations across the islands, from stickfighting and chipping in Trinidad to Junkanoo in the Bahamas.

However the history of Mardi Gras is much more varied ... Christianity mark this day in different ways and Shrove Tuesday, Carnival, and Ash Wednesday are all related to the Mardi Gras celebration.

Carnival revelry has for centuries served as ... From a civil rights pioneer to history being made at the SCPD, NewsdayTV is celebrating Women’s History Month with a look at changemakers ...

The roots of Brazilian Carnival trace back to the Portuguese colonial period when European settlers brought their festive traditions to Brazil in the 17th century. These celebrations were heavily ...

Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday, the end of Carnival. Mardi Gras has many names. Mardi Gras also called Shrove Tuesday, stemming from the practice of "shriving," or purifying oneself through ...