A Lucia celebration at Skansen in Stockholm in 2023. Photo: Mikaela Landeström/TT Whether you're just out of Sweden temporarily or you've moved away for good, you might find yourself missing the ...

My colleagues have told me to get up early for Lucia. Who is Lucia? Lucia is, or was, St Lucy, a Catholic saint martyred in Syracuse in 304 CE. In Sweden, she is celebrated in early morning ceremonies ...

President Joe Biden signed a measure into law on Sunday that boosts Social Security retirement payments to some retirees who draw public pensions, such as former police officers and firefighters ...

KAMPALA - The Swedish ambassador in Uganda, Maria Håkansson, has said that St. Lucia, a Christian martyr, brings life to darkness and messages of compassion, hope, and courage to the year ahead ...

The atmospheric family church procession is based on the traditional Swedish Lucia celebration - a powerful symbol and celebration of light and an integral part of the Advent season. The ...

"The base of it is to bring light because it's very dark in Sweden," Ms Auld said. "At this time you barely get hours of daylight." Barry Male "Lucia" wears candles on her head to reflect the ...

KINGSBURG, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Kingsburg will be hosting an authentic Swedish Santa Lucia Celebration on Saturday. It includes a lighted evening parade and much more. It’s a tradition that ...

Reuters Swedish swimmers light up the dark with a Saint Lucia procession Posted: December 14, 2024 | Last updated: December 14, 2024 Dozens of swimmers marked Saint Lucia’s Day in Sweden on ...

A traditional Swedish service has been held at York Minster for another year. Sankta Lucia, which is a celebration of the 'bringer of light' during winter, took place at The Minster on Monday ...

A candlelit procession and carol service for all the family based on the traditional Swedish Lucia celebration. In Sweden, Lucia is one of the most significant traditions in the calendar – a ...