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Dutch Hold Royal Celebration For New King
Caroline Nelissen / youthjournalism.org Crowds, adorned in orange, gather each year for Queen’s Day in the Netherlands, a tradition that is changing now that the country has a king. By Caroline Nelissen Senior Correspondent Youth Journalism International AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands – There are few things I can think of that are as typically Dutch as our Koninginnedag, or Queen’s Day, celebration. On this national holiday, people dress up in bright orange clothes, hats and sunglasses and there are festivities and … Read entire article »
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With Tet, Vietnam Says, ‘Happy New Year!’
Phuong Phan / youthjournalism.org Fireworks over Hanoi celebrated Tet 2013. By Tuan Anh Nguyen Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Viet Nam – Seasonal transition has always seemed a matter of ambiguity. No one can tell spring’s exact arrival, but Tet is definitely knocking on the door when the first drizzle embraces the street. To Vietnamese, the Lunar New Year, or Tet, is the most anticipated holiday of the year. Among Tet’s many days of celebration, the Lunar New Year’s Eve is the center of all attention and preparation. Preparation In contrast to the Chinese tradition, it is advisable to clean the house in this sacred day. To cast away the accumulation of evil matters and old energy, unnecessary objects will be thrown away, dust wiped and furniture rearranged. Under the strong influence of China, red is the dominant … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Holidays, Phuong Phan, Tet, Tuan Anh Nguyen, Vietnam
Tet: Time For Tradition, Family, Introspection
Van Nguyen / youthjournalism.org A lantern store in the Old Quarter of Hanoi By Chi Le Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – What makes the Tet celebration so special? It is a hard question that I have turned over for quite some time. A friend once said that there are a dozen occasions other than Tet that only happen once a year, so it cannot be a valid reason for the specialness of Tet celebration. Maybe it is the family reunion that could only be feasible on the occasion, or the classic decorations, or simply just a restorative break from schoolwork. No matter what the answer could be, there is no single correct one. So, I’ve decided to let my mind wander towards another direction. I visited the Temple of Literature with my mother yesterday. In … Read entire article »
Filed under: Chi Le, Hanoi, Holidays, Tet, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
Tet Is A Vietnamese Celebration That Deserves Widespread Participation
Van Nguyen / youthjournalism.org Tet decorations at the Van Mieu complex in Hanoi By Van NguyenJunior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – Tet is a special occasion that brings family members a weeklong embrace and gives us Vietnamese people precious chances to unwind. After the important first day of New Year, the next ones are when we can go out together and have blissful moments. As spring comes, Hanoi is seemingly coated with a colorfully flowered shirt. The flower market, which plays an integral role in Hanoi’s open air market, floods various streets from Hang Luoc, Hang Cot, Hang Khoai, along Hang Ma to Phung Hung, making it a wonderful place to explore. Roses in many shapes and colors strive to bloom; dreamy violets gently shine amid the vibrant atmosphere at Tet while fragile dahlia generate vague … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Holidays, Tet, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
Candies, Parties Mark Italian Valentine’s Day
By Martina Ghinetti Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International GENOA, Italy – Thursday, February 14th. Saint Valentine’s Day. But who was St. Valentine exactly? He was an Italian bishop and martyr who lived between 176 AC and 273 AC. Although some Italian cities still celebrate this man’s sacrifice, February 14th is now internationally recognized as the festival of love. In Italy, this is not limited to the usual cards and gifts: if it were for students, St. Valentine’s Day would be a bank holiday! The week before the much-anticipated event, when checking my Facebook wall, I often saw very different posts. Boyfriends wrote posts like, “Ti amo” (which means, “I love you” in Italian) while others asked, “What’s the difference between a calendar and you? A calendar has a date.” When the day actually comes, do not … Read entire article »
Filed under: Genoa, Holidays, Italy, Martina Ghinetti, Valentine's Day
Vietnam Welcomes Tet, The Lunar New Year
Van Nguyen / youthjournalism.org Beautiful and festive kumquat trees help mark Tet, or the Lunar New Year, in Vietnam, where families keep them decorated in the living room. By Van Nguyen Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HANOI, Vietnam – Tet, also known as Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is the most significant holiday in Vietnam, and it’s starting today. Since this festival holds prodigious meaning – family reunions, ancestor worship and celebration for a fresh start – everybody eagerly waits for it. Preparations start two weeks in advance for a sufficiently fabulous event. Like the Chinese, Vietnamese people are strongly convinced that Tet marks the time when the Kitchen God, believed to be in the air on the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month, reports on families’ activities to Jade Emperor. In order to get the providence … Read entire article »
Filed under: Hanoi, Holidays, Tet, Van Nguyen, Vietnam
Kwanzaa’s Principles Celebrate Tradition
By Charles Perosino Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International TOLLAND, Connecticut, U.S.A. — Do you celebrate Kwanzaa? If you don’t, there is no need to worry since I don’t celebrate it either. Even if you, like me, are not of African-American heritage, we can all learn something from the holiday of seven days that celebrates African-American heritage and history. For each day of Kwanzaa there is a principle, and although mainly directed at those of African heritage in America, each principle is something that everyone can learn from, every day of our lives. This time of the year is a great time to learn from the past and look toward the future during the seven-day celebration of Kwanzaa that began on December 26. The first principle of Kwanzaa, dedicated to the first day is Umoja, or unity. Every … Read entire article »
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Kwanzaa’s Principles Celebrate Tradition
By Charles Perosino Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International TOLLAND, Connecticut, U.S.A. — Do you celebrate Kwanzaa? If you don’t, there is no need to worry since I don’t celebrate it either. Even if you, like me, are not of African-American heritage, we can all learn something from the holiday of seven days that celebrates African-American heritage and history. For each day of Kwanzaa there is a principle, and although mainly directed at those of African heritage in America, each principle is something that everyone can learn from, every day of our lives. This time of the year is a great time to learn from the past and look toward the future during the seven-day celebration of Kwanzaa that began on December 26. The first principle of Kwanzaa, dedicated to the first day is Umoja, or unity. Every … Read entire article »
Filed under: Charles Perosino, Holidays, Kwanzaa
Whiskey And Irn Bru For Scottish Christmas
Robert Guthrie/youthjournalism.orgA Scottish Christmas tree By Robert Guthrie Reporter YouthJournalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – The buzz of Christmas – one of the most celebrated festivals in the world – is no different in Scotland with bright lights, inevitably masses of snow and large community celebrations being held throughout the nation. One highlight of Christmas festivities for the majority of Scottish people is the food on offer. Given that Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, the country shares many traditions with England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We eat roasted turkey and vegetables around Christmas Day and we also have mince pies by the bucket load! However, Scotland does have some culinary delights specific to the country. Many Scots drink the national drink, that is, whiskey. The alcoholic spirit is made from barley and water. Many other different flavors … Read entire article »
Filed under: Christmas, Dumfries, Holidays, Irm Bru, Robert Guthrie, Scotland, whiskey
Whiskey And Irn Bru For Scottish Christmas
Robert Guthrie/youthjournalism.orgA Scottish Christmas tree By Robert Guthrie Reporter YouthJournalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – The buzz of Christmas – one of the most celebrated festivals in the world – is no different in Scotland with bright lights, inevitably masses of snow and large community celebrations being held throughout the nation. One highlight of Christmas festivities for the majority of Scottish people is the food on offer. Given that Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, the country shares many traditions … Read entire article »
Filed under: Christmas, Dumfries, Holidays, Irm Bru, Robert Guthrie, Scotland, whiskey
In India, Christmas Celebrated By All Faiths
youthjounalism.org Roohani Deshpande with the giant Christmas tree in the Alpha One Mall in Amritsar, Punjab, India By Roohani Deshpande Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International NEW DELHI, India – Across India, Christmas celebrations have begun! The birth anniversary of Lord Jesus Christ is a special occasion in India. A remarkable thing about India is that Christmas is not just celebrated by the Christian population residing in the country; it is also celebrated with much fanfare by other religious and cultural communities. Everywhere, the atmosphere is cheerful and festive. Traveling around any city in India, one can observe brightly lit markets and roads, large Christmas trees, upbeat music and breathtaking decorations. If lucky, one may even come across a person dressed up as Santa Claus in places like malls or shopping complexes. Christmas is a particularly delightful time of the year for small … Read entire article »
Filed under: Christmas, Christmas Around the World, Holidays, India, New Delhi, Roohani Deshpande
In India, Christmas Celebrated By All Faiths
youthjounalism.org Roohani Deshpande with the giant Christmas tree in the Alpha One Mall in Amritsar, Punjab, India By Roohani Deshpande Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International NEW DELHI, India – Across India, Christmas celebrations have begun! The birth anniversary of Lord Jesus Christ is a special occasion in India. A remarkable thing about India is that Christmas is not just celebrated by the Christian population residing in the country; it is also celebrated with much fanfare by other religious and cultural communities. Everywhere, the atmosphere is … Read entire article »
Filed under: Christmas, Christmas Around the World, Holidays, India, New Delhi, Roohani Deshpande
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