Tradition

9 articles

Dancers in traditional regalia perform at the Ben Calf Robe Powwow, surrounded by drummers and an engaged audience celebrating Indigenous culture.
Culture

Ben Calf Robe Powwow Celebrates Indigenous Traditions and Community

The Ben Calf Robe Powwow in 2026 recently drew 27 drums, 500 dancers, and several thousand visitors to Edmonton's Commonwealth Recreation Centre, according to Pentictonherald Ca .

Eleanor Voss·July 3, 2026
Diverse individuals practicing mindfulness meditation in a tranquil park setting, with a blurred cityscape in the background.
Wellness

What Is the Cultural Significance of Mindfulness in Society?

In 2017, over 14% of US adults reported practicing meditation, a threefold increase from just five years prior.

Yasmin El-Sayed·June 3, 2026
Naira notes being sprayed at a Nigerian event amidst a backdrop suggesting a crackdown on the practice.
Culture

Nigeria's Money Spraying Practice Faces Intensified Crackdown

In April 2024, socialite Bobrisky was sentenced to six months in prison for spraying naira notes at Lagos events, a stark example of Nigeria's intensified crackdown on a deeply ingrained cultural prac

Yasmin El-Sayed·May 19, 2026
An atmospheric interior of a traditional Czech hospoda with empty beer glasses, symbolizing the decline in beer consumption and its impact on cultural heritage.
Culture

Czech Republic beer consumption decline threatens hospoda culture.

In 2023, Czechs drank 32 fewer liters of beer per person than they did in 2005, a substantial decrease that marks a profound shift in national habits.

Eleanor Voss·April 29, 2026
Diverse crowd enjoying a cultural festival, with a focus on authentic traditional dance performance contrasted by commercial elements.
Culture

Festivals Must Balance Authenticity and Inclusivity or Risk Losing Their Soul.

Last year, a major 'multicultural' festival in London featured a 'traditional' dance troupe whose costumes were sourced from a party supply store, sparking outrage from the very community it claimed t

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 28, 2026
A diverse crowd enjoys a lively cultural festival in Southern Africa, blending traditional performances with modern elements, highlighting economic and inclusivity shifts.
Culture

Cultural Celebrations in 2026: Authenticity Fades as Inclusivity Demands Rise

In 2024, ten festivals across Southern Africa alone generated over $11.

Yasmin El-Sayed·April 26, 2026
A diverse group of people joyfully participating in a vibrant cultural festival, showcasing unity and shared celebration.
Culture

Cultural Festivals: Fostering Community and Understanding

Cultural festivals globally generate millions of dollars in revenue each year, attracting vast numbers of participants and spectators.

Eleanor Voss·April 25, 2026
Diverse dancers in colorful traditional costumes performing at a lively outdoor cultural dance festival, celebrating heritage and community spirit at sunset.
Culture

The Significance of Cultural Dance Festivals: Preserving Heritage and Building Community

Cultural dance festivals are vital for preserving heritage, reinforcing identity, and fostering community spirit. These vibrant gatherings serve as living archives, ensuring traditions are actively experienced by new generations.

Matteo Ricci·April 7, 2026
A diverse group of people, young and old, celebrating a cultural festival, showcasing traditional elements and modern interaction, symbolizing heritage preservation and community bonding.
Culture

The Role of Cultural Societies in Preserving Heritage and Fostering Community

Cultural societies are the essential connective tissue between our past, present, and future, actively preserving heritage and building community. Discover how these institutions safeguard identity and foster social cohesion in an increasingly globalized world.

Eleanor Voss·April 1, 2026