Culture

Traditions, festivals and the stories that connect people.

A bright green powdered tea from Japan has become a global favourite, appearing in cafés far from home — so popular that supplies have run short.

A handshake, a bow, a wave or a kiss on the cheek — around the world, people say hello in many different ways.

Tea began in China thousands of years ago and travelled the world, becoming a special drink with its own customs in many cultures.

The new year does not begin on the same day everywhere. Different calendars and traditions shape how the world welcomes it.