As a baby, Elisa Fernández Sánchez’ mother would place her into the bow of the canoe and glide across the murky waters of the ...

As residents across much of the country take down their holiday decorations, sobered by New Year's resolutions and a return ...

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The custom of wearing white emerged from Afro-Brazilian religious rituals that were once criminalized and later absorbed into ...

Bethlehem, where Christians believe Jesus was born, had canceled Christmas celebrations during the war. But on Wednesday, the giant Christmas tree returned to Manger Square, temporarily replacing the ...

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating Jesus' birth, Christmas evolved into a global event. The tradition of celebrating ...

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event.

From twinkling Christmas markets across Europe to vibrant displays of poinsettia in Mexico City, the Christmas spirit takes many forms. John Yang takes a look at how Christians around the world are ...