Scottish islanders don helmets for Viking fire festivalResidents of Scotland's remote Shetland Islands brandishing swords and shields celebrated their Nordic roots in a fest that culminated in burning of a Viking ship replica.
27 January 2016 16:35
Florence and the Machine to headline US summer festsEnglish rock act Florence and the Machines will headline two US summer music festivals, which announced lineups months before expected amid growing competition.
19 November 2015 12:26
Steve Jobs bio wraps London Film FestivalThe 59th edition of the London Film Festival concluded with the European premiere of the Danny Boyle-directed biopic "Steve Jobs", starring Michael Fassbender as the iconic co-founder of Apple.
Iranian, Kazakh films win major award at Busan festivalTwo productions which paint vastly different portraits of modern existence have taken home the major award at Asia’s most prestigious film festival, with judges praising both for their ability to celebrate life.
10 October 2015 19:23
Oktoberfest attendance falls amid German border controlsAttendance slipped at the world's biggest beer party, the annual Oktoberfest in Germany, as border controls imposed to stem the flow of refugees complicated rail travel.
05 October 2015 10:50
Busan film festival fuels Asia's booming movie marketAsia’s most influential film festival kicks off in the South Korean port city of Busan, celebrating its 20th anniversary at a time of growing regional clout in the global movie market.
29 September 2015 15:47
Toi Kazan gourmet festival held in AlmatyToi Kazan gourmet festival united foodies, book lovers and fans of ethnic music at the Alatau skiing biathlon complex in Almaty.
