The clock strikes midnight, a new year begins, and across the globe, various traditions and rituals are practiced to invite good luck for the next 365 days. For an auspicious start to the next 12 ...

“Due to the enduring influence of pagan traditions, Christmas celebrations in Belarus blend Christian customs with elements of folk rituals,” the national tourism agency says, noting that most ...

But mass shootings remain a rare occurrence. Only a small fraction of the nation’s nearly 130,000 schools report gun incidents each year. By Troy Closson Gun violence on school grounds has seen ...

Americans are ‘over’ Christmas traditions — with a third wanting to swap traditional turkey for a juicy burger. A poll, of 2,000 adults who celebrate the festive period, found 31 percent are ...

At least 277 people have been killed since 2000 by shooters who believed the gun in their hands was unloaded because the magazine was removed. A 13-year-old in Chicago takes his father’s pistol ...

The holiday season is a time for traditions, some of which are specific to individual cultures. Even people who celebrate Christmas in the United States probably don't know everything about how ...

Part of the gun that the police believe was used to kill the C.E.O. of UnitedHealthcare was made by a 3D printer using a popular design found online. By Thomas Gibbons-Neff and Aric Toler At first ...

Here is a closer look at the rich diversity of traditions that make this season truly special. Christmas Celebrated on Dec. 25, Christmas is observed by about 90% of the U.S. population.

These traditions are very dear to Ticos, who appreciate quality time with family and loved ones, the opportunity to give thanks, activities promoting union, and enjoying meals with those they love the ...

Why not take inspiration from global traditions? From Germany and Brazil to Finland and Spain, we’ve gathered some of the most popular—and lesser-known—New Year’s customs from around the ...