The stunning 'British island' that used to be connected to mainland Europe
The island has one of the world's largest tidal ranges, which completely transforms the coastline every six hours.
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Poland’s Śląsk folk ensemble opens European tour
Poland's internationally renowned Śląsk Song and Dance Ensemble opened its new European tour with a concert in the Croatian ...
Cockles, Mussels and Bodyguards: Dublin Acts to Protect Molly Malone Statue
The city said it would provide stewards for its statue of the folk song figure — and repair its bust, which has been damaged ...
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Wolfgang Mieder Honored with Germany’s Highest Civilian Award
His best is clearly exceptional. On April 3, 2025, Mieder, University Distinguished Professor of German and Folklore, ...
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Sacred hares, banished winter witches and pagan worship – the roots of Easter Bunny traditions are ancient
The eating of the hare may have been associated with various longstanding folk traditions of scaring away witches at Easter. Throughout Northern Europe, folk traditions record a strong belief that ...
Ritchie Blackmore suffered a heart attack last year
The Deep Purple legend is set to play six shows in the US this Spring, but has been told not to fly by his cardiologist ...
Ritchie Blackmore had a heart attack 18 months ago, and won't be onstage again in Europe any time soon
Ritchie Blackmore, the legendary former Deep Purple and Rainbow guitarist, suffered a heart attack 18 months ago, and is ...
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Most Spectacular Easter Celebrations In Europe
Whether it’s the sound of church bells ringing through the streets, the warm glow of candlelit processions, or the joy of ...
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Fable vs. Folktale vs. Myth: What’s the Difference?
At this time, European nationalists popularized the word folktale to describe stories circulated by ordinary folk rather than the elite. For example, stories from the German Grimm Brothers were ...