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The secret of making Sake

In partnership with JFOODO

In this exclusive video we show you each step in the sake production process

13 September 2019

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El Salvador: Traditional fireball festival in the streets of Nejapa

The town of Nejapa, El Salvador celebrated its annual fireball festival on Saturday (August 31) with participants pelting each other with rags drenched in gasoline that have been rolled into tight flaming balls.

2 September 2019

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Unveiling of giant Buddha Thangka kicks off festival in Tibet

To celebrate the annual traditional Sho Dun Festival, a giant Buddha went on display in Lhasa, in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region.

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The 12th-century game combining martial arts, boxing and wrestling

A game thought to date back to the 12th century featured at a showcase in Russia.

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Travel News

Sanya on China’s Hainan island offers a unique cultural experience

In partnership with Sanya

Sanya's beaches and mountains are a magnet for tourists. But this paradise destination, on the southern tip of China's Hainan island, offers an unforgettable cultural experience too. You can come face-to-face with the island's ethnic groups, sample some traditional culinary delights.

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Mexicans keep ancient pre-Hispanic game of 'pelota' alive

'The game of life, the game of death' - Mexicans keep an ancient pre-Hispanic game alive. Dozens of enthusiasts of this ritual sport gather each evening to practice it on the first ball court constructed in the Mexican capital in modern times.

Japan

Watch: Worshippers dust the statue of Buddha ahead of festival

On Wednesday morning, priests conducted a ceremony to temporarily remove the Buddha's soul from the statue

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Families enjoy a bout of box cart racing in La Paz

Hundreds of children and parents who are still young at heart took to the streets of La Paz for a bout of box cart racing on Sunday (July 28)

World

North Africa’s first tattoo school revives an old tradition in Tunisia

The National School of Tattooing, which opened its doors in Tunisia in January, is the only one of its kind in North Africa.

Russia

Watch: Russians compete in grass scything contest

Traditional tools came to the fore in Russia at the weekend with the holding of an annual scything competition.

Portugal

Blooming marvellous: Flower-decorated trays light up Portugal festival

Traditionally, men walk alongside the female tray-carriers but are only expected to help share the load if there is an accident and the carrier requires assistance

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Tray-carrying festival in Portuguese town keeps up Christian tradition

More than 700 women carrying heavy-flower-decorated trays took part in the traditional Trays Festival around the historic town of Tomar

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Dubai’s top home-grown eats and boutiques

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You’ll find the world’s best-known brands in plentiful supply in the city, but these are the restaurants and shops that are unique to Dubai.

World

Why is honey in Oman creating a business buzz?

In the Al-Hajar mountain chain of northern Oman, what appears to be just a pile of logs is actually an apiary of beehives. This is a centuries-old method of beekeeping which has been passed down from one generation to the next.

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Urban fly fishing is reeling in anglers to Dubai

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Normally known for its skyscrapers and hotels, Dubai now houses the first urban fly fishing experience in the Middle East. Check it out in this feature of Adventures.

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Dubai’s top Emirati restaurants

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An introduction to both the traditional and contemporary food of the United Arab Emirates – and the best places in Dubai to taste it.

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Akie Abe and Melania Trump enjoy flute concert at Akasaka Palace

Melanie Trump and Akie Abe attended a cultural event at the Akasaka Palace on Sunday during Trump's four-day official visit to Japan.

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U.S. Naval Academy first-years attempt annual greased climb

Members of U.S. Naval Academy's first-year class tested their ingenuity, perseverance and ability to work together as they attempted to scale a granite obelisk coated with a thick layer of vegetable shortening.

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How foodies should break their Ramadan fast

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Musabbeh Al Kaabi, the first Emirati chef in the world, shows Euronews how he prepares Iftar, the evening meal eaten by Muslims during Ramadan.

World

Michelin-star chef Michael Mina shares recipe for success

During a visit to the UAE, celebrity chef Michael Mina talks to Euronews about his colourful career and how his cuisine is going back to his North African roots.