Singing to Trees to Make Good Cider: An Ancient English Ritual Is Back
The centuries-old tradition of wassailing is making a comeback in rural England, with rituals and revelry meant to chase away evil spirits and the winter blues.
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UK apprentices will not need maths or English qualifications
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China imposes retaliatory tariffs on $14bn worth of US goods
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Plesiosaur Fossils Preserve Both Skin and Scales on Ancient Sea Monster
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