Wedding tradition in the South is nothing to be messed with. It starts the moment we say “yes,” and it ends well after we say “I do.” Everything in between is a flurry of celebration (including dozens ...

Africa's candle-making scene is a vibrant mix of tradition and contemporary style. This article delves into the world of African candle-making, focusing on its cultural importance, the materials ...

Gibson, who founded the choir in 1993, spoke to the Banner over Zoom. Gibson, who achieved international acclaim after the Sussex wedding, is a warm, funny and captivating storyteller even with her ...

African face painting is a dynamic and significant aspect of the continent's cultural heritage. It holds profound traditional importance, used for various purposes ranging from rites of passage to ...

Guinness Fonio Stout celebrates the rich global history of Guinness, and blends Irish heritage with the vibrancy of West African culture as well as the visionary spirit of Garrett ... there’s a great ...

While some superstitions are universal, burying the bourbon is decidedly Southern. No one quite knows the origin of this tradition, but legend has it that if you bury a bottle of bourbon a month ...

How a film producer with Jamaican heritage planned her dream wedding—complete with a pig roast, a pool party, and a plenty of ...

The sistrum was one of the most sacred musical instruments in ancient Egypt and was believed to hold powerful magical properties. It was used in the worship of the goddess Hathor, mythological ...

At least 40 Black Union soldiers from the Civil War and their final resting place, finally received their due Saturday during ...

Pictures from the couple’s vibrant Haldi are circulating widely on social media. Naga and Sobhita’s pre-wedding celebrations began with this ritual, attended by their close family members. A video ...