Culture (Page 63)
October 29, 2019
NYC Winter Lantern Pop-Up Marks Beginning of Holidays
Winter Lantern Pop-Up kicked off in Liberty Park on October 28. Image by Lindsay Rogers. NEW YORK — The 12 […]
October 29, 2019
Latin Dancers Blend Aztec Tradition with Day of the Dead
The Latin Ballet of Virginia took the stage on October 27 for a local Day of the Dead festival and attempted to reach out to the dearly departed. A pair of performers assumed the roles of ancient peoples in a heart-pounding Aztec ceremony—which left one dancer in tears.
October 29, 2019
Six conspiracy theorists with connections to the White House
President Trump posing with conspiracy theorist Lionel Lebron, right, and his wife. Image by Lionel Media/White House. President Donald Trump […]
October 28, 2019
The Sights and Sounds of Central Park in New York City
On Sundays, hundreds of New York City residents and tourists visit Central Park. A day off of work is a day well spent for these individuals. The horse rides are in full swing, there are flash mobs and dancing at the Bethesda Fountain, and picnics scattered across Sheep Meadow Lawn.
October 20, 2019
Pets of New York Blessed in Annual Ceremony
Hundreds of pet owners stood on sidewalks outside New York City churches Friday, holding their guinea pigs, cats, snakes, and various breeds of dogs - as they do every year on this day. It is Oct. 4, marking the celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Catholics all over the country wait in line with their beloved - in most cases - four-legged friends who are to be blessed, though the event is one that appeals to people of other faiths, and even some of no faith at all.