Archeologists from the Russian Academy of Sciences have uncovered an ancient city submerged in Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan, in Central Asia. Revealed on November 18, 2025, the site matches the location of an ancient settlement called Toru-Aygyr. The city flourished from around the 10th to the 15th century. Experts believe it was an important stop on the Silk Road. This was a network of trade routes connecting East Asia with the Mediterranean....
Read news articleMartin Luther King Jr. Day honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK), a leader of the American civil rights movement. Celebrated every year on the third Monday of January, it is also a national day of service, encouraging Americans to give back to their communities. In 2026, the holiday will be observed on January 19....
Read news articleAs the clock struck midnight, cities across the globe welcomed 2026 with colorful fireworks. These displays lit up landmarks and brought communities together in a shared moment of celebration. Here is a look at some of the most spectacular shows from around the world....
Read news articleIn the United States, Christmas often means baking cookies, decorating the tree, and waiting for Santa. Around the world, though, Christmas traditions can look very different. Here are some fun and unique ways people celebrate the season....
Read news articleEvery winter, Jewish families around the world celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. The joyful eight-day celebration fills homes with glowing menorahs, tasty foods, fun games, and other traditions that honor an ancient miracle. While the dates vary each year, Hanukkah always falls between late November and December. In 2025, the festival will begin at sundown on December 14 and end at sundown on December 22....
Read news articleThe Radio City Rockettes are one of the world's most popular dance groups. Every year, their high-energy routines thrill audiences of all ages at New York City's Radio City Music Hall. The 2025 season promises to be even more spectacular. It marks the all-female group's 100th anniversary!...
Read news articleThanksgiving, celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November, is one of the most anticipated holidays in the United States. The tradition dates back to a harvest feast shared by early European settlers and Native Americans in 1621. The holiday, observed on November 27 this year, centers on delicious food and fun traditions. Here is a brief history of how some of these customs began....
Read news articleOn November 27, 2025, most Americans will celebrate Thanksgiving with big feasts, parades, and "Turkey Trot" races. Many other countries also have celebrations that honor gratitude, family, and the harvest. Here are four Thanksgiving-like festivities from around the world....
Read news articlePlanning to stay up late on Halloween? Then you will be pleased to know that November 2, 2025, marks the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST). On this day, most North Americans will set their clocks back by an hour, gaining extra time to sleep or play. This simple change will also shift daylight into the morning, making it a little easier to wake up for school or work during the shorter winter days....
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