UNESCO Carnival Celebrations in Pasto, Colombia
Vibrant photos capture the UNESCO-listed Black and White Carnival in Pasto, Colombia. See the stunning floats and costumes from the 2026 celebrations.
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Edinburgh Hogmanay back after last year's storm cancellation
Edinburgh's iconic Hogmanay festival is set to proceed with a four-day celebration, welcoming tens of thousands after last year's disappointment. Discover the full programme and travel advice.
Brian Reade's 2025 Review: Winners, Losers & Trump
Columnist Brian Reade delivers his verdict on a tumultuous 2025, from Donald Trump's global impact to UK political shifts and unforgettable cultural moments.
Can You Remember 2025's Headlines? Take the PA Quiz
How well do you recall the major stories of 2025? Test your knowledge of politics, royalty, and showbiz with the Press Association's interactive year-end news quiz.
Lagos's Detty December: £53m Boom, Soaring Prices
Lagos's Detty December festival generates millions for tourism but soaring costs and security warnings cast a shadow over Africa's biggest street party. Discover the economic impact and challenges.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Reveals Historic All-British Headliners
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Top 15 Books of 2025: The Year's Must-Reads
Discover the best books of 2025, from Booker Prize winners to captivating memoirs. Our critic picks 15 essential reads to end your year. Start your reading list now!
41 Best Gifts for Women in 2025
Discover the ultimate 2025 gift guide for women, featuring 41 unique present ideas from luxury handbags to affordable jewellery. Find the perfect gift to show you care.
30,000 Brits flood Benidorm for fancy dress parade
Discover how 30,000 Brits, including 9,000 visitors, brought a splash of colour to Benidorm for the city's legendary fancy dress parade. See the incredible costumes and join the fun!
Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Calabria's Festival-Led Village Revival
Discover how grassroots festivals celebrating local music, food and traditions are reversing depopulation trends and revitalising communities across Calabria, Italy's beautiful southern region.
Thailand's skies illuminated by ancient lantern festivals
Breathtaking photographs reveal Thailand's ancient lantern festivals transforming night skies into rivers of light as thousands celebrate renewal and hope.
Beaver Supermoon illuminates global celebrations and devotion
Stunning visual journey captures the intersection of celestial phenomena and cultural traditions as the Beaver Supermoon shines over diverse global celebrations and daily life moments.
Knitting Scandals: Fake Deaths & Drama in UK Yarn World
Exclusive investigation reveals fake deaths, manufactured wars and woke scams tearing apart the seemingly peaceful world of British yarn dyers and knitting festivals.
2025 UK Bank Holidays: Six Key Dates Revealed
Discover how the shifting bank holiday dates in 2025 will create unique three-day weekends and impact your planning across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Jingle Bell Ball 2025: Full Lineup Revealed!
The wait is finally over! Capital FM has unveiled the star-studded lineup for Jingle Bell Ball 2025, featuring today's biggest pop sensations and legendary acts ready to transform London's O2 Arena into a winter wonderland.
October 2025 Gift Guide: This Month's Top Picks
Discover this month's hottest gift finds, from innovative tech gadgets to personalised treasures that will delight even the hardest-to-please recipients.
2025's Weirdest Celebrity Baby Names Revealed
From Katherine Ryan's unusual choice to Hollywood's wildest baby name trends, discover why 2025 is shaping up to be the strangest year yet for celebrity offspring monikers.
Trump tariffs threaten Christmas festival cancellations
Traditional Sinterklaas celebrations in Rhinebeck and beyond could be cancelled as Dutch organisers struggle with soaring costs from Trump's aluminium and steel tariffs, putting festive traditions at risk.
NSW keeps sniffer dogs at festivals despite reform promise
The New South Wales government has failed to deliver on its promise to remove sniffer dogs from music festivals, leaving strip search policies unchanged despite previous commitments.
Why more Brits are going to gigs and festivals alone
Discover why attending gigs, festivals, and clubs solo is becoming Britain's latest cultural phenomenon, offering unexpected freedom and deeper musical connections.
Diwali 2025: Australia's Record Festival Celebrations
Australian cities transform into vibrant hubs of cultural celebration as Diwali 2025 breaks participation records, featuring spectacular light displays, traditional performances, and community feasts across the nation.
Diwali 2024: Complete Guide to UK Festival of Lights
Discover everything about Diwali - from its spiritual meaning to spectacular celebrations happening in UK cities. Learn how British communities mark this vibrant festival.
Ayodhya's record Diwali lamps overshadowed by Delhi pollution
As Ayodhya celebrated Diwali with a world-record 2.2 million lamps, Delhi faced a severe air quality emergency, highlighting India's environmental challenges during festival season.
Women's urinal Peequal cuts festival queues by 75%
A Bristol-based startup has designed the world's first portable female urinal system, cutting waiting times by 75% and transforming the festival experience for women across the UK.
The Last Dinner Party & Sudan Archives Stun London Festival
An unforgettable night of musical brilliance as The Last Dinner Party and Sudan Archives headline London's hottest new cultural event, After The Hunt, with Lazarus and Harlan Coben adding literary flair.
Inside Britain's Bizarre Margaret Thatcher Festival
An exclusive look at the surreal world of the Thatcher Festival, where drag performers, political detractors and devoted followers create a unique snapshot of Britain's enduring culture wars.
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