The Daum glass factory of Nancy, France, is famous for its cameo glass, but that isn’t the only kind it made. When Jean Daum founded the factory in 1875, he made cut and enameled glass. His sons ...

Satyrs were creatures linked strongly with Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, pleasure, and theater. These party-loving, ...

With a focused look and steady hand, Sun grasps a blowpipe and extends it into a crucible heated to over 1,300 C. He stands ...

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home and surroundings, creating a welcoming environment for family, loved ones, and moments of reflection. This year, ...

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. -- Here's a look at Groundhog Day, an American tradition that is meant to predict when spring will arrive. The groundhog emerges from its burrow on February 2. If the groundhog ...

A typhoon and extreme heat dramatically affected prices for the kumquat trees that are ubiquitous during the holiday. By Mike Ives In Hanoi and other Vietnamese cities at this time of year, potted ...

For Chinese across the world, the Spring Festival is a time for family reunions, festive traditions, holiday shopping and diverse cultural and tourism activities. This year, it falls on Jan. 29 ...

While many Malaysians might have the impression that all ethnic Chinese are the same, the truth is there are many subgroups with their own distinct language, customs and traditions shaped by their ...

finding fulfillment in preserving this ancient tradition. "This is not just a profession but an art form. With precision, I carve alabaster stone into beautiful statues, elegant vases, and other ...