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In traditional Japanese manufacturing, retiring machines are honored with a ceremony called Kanshasai, rooted in the be…
Dunking Politicians: Italy's Annual Tradition in Trento
Every year in Trento, Italy, the Feste Vigiliane festival features a unique tradition where local politicians are symbo…
Why India Buys More Gold During Diwali
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Pancake Day, or Shrove Tuesday, is a cherished UK tradition where Britons indulge in 117 million pancakes annually, mar…