Liverpool has been receiving international attention recently thanks to its status as host city for the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, which took place between 9 and 13 May. Britain’s Sam Ryder secured the prestigious booking for the UK last year with his highly credible second-place position, just behind the winner, Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra. The contest …
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On 6 May, King Charles III will become the first British monarch to be crowned in seven decades. He will take centre stage at a Coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey, accompanied by his wife, Queen Camilla. Amid all the pomp and religious symbolism, there will be plenty of opportunity to celebrate the crowning of the …
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Eid al-Fitr is a very important date in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of a month of fasting, in which Muslims all over the world take part. While exact timings depend on sightings of the moon, Eid al-Fitr is likely to happen this year on 21 April. It is a time to recognise …
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William Shakespeare is said by many to have been born on 23 April 1564 – and to have died on the same date in 1616 – although exact dates are unknown. Therefore this time of year is ideal for celebrating the life and works of England’s greatest writer, who is also known as the Bard …
Pretty much every parent or guardian of a young person will recall the wonders of World Book Day, where the excited offspring get to dress up as a book character, take part in literary-themed activities at school and, if they are lucky enough, get to meet authors, illustrators and others involved in the wonderful world …
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This year, Shrove Tuesday falls on 21 February in the UK. Shrove Tuesday is a traditional feast day in the Christian calendar. It always falls the day before Ash Wednesday – and the start of Lent. Traditionally, the 40 days leading up to Easter mark the time that Jesus spent in the desert, fasting. The …
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Valentine’s Day is upon us once again, and with it comes plenty of inspiration to celebrate the joy of love. In what is normally a cold and dull month, Valentine’s Day helps brighten up February and gives us all a good excuse to put up decorations, exchange gifts and place love at the heart (pun …
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On 25 January 1759, one of Scotland’s most famous poets was born. Robert (‘Rabbie’) Burns. He was much celebrated and wrote several very well-known poems, including the words to Auld Lang Syne, which is traditionally sung at New Year. He also wrote ‘Address to a Haggis’, feting one of Scotland’s most traditional dishes – a …
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The Chinese Year of the Rabbit starts on 22 January and, according to Chinese culture, ushers in a time of prosperity, peace and longevity. Those born in the year of the Rabbit are said to possess such enviable personality traits as quick-wittedness, vigilance and ingenuity. Celebrations around Chinese New Year are usually brightly coloured and …
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It’s almost the end of another year. It’s hard to believe that 2023 is just around the corner, but time waits for no-one and it will soon be time to turn the calendar over to January once more. New Year’s Eve is traditionally a time for celebrations and parties to celebrate the achievements of the …
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