January library events will help readers of all ages start the new year with fun activities aimed at encouraging literacy and ...

Rose McLean and Georgia McLean were busy applying decorations for their paper lanterns. Photo/Karen Hughes Making Matariki-themed lanterns was a popular school holiday activity for children at the ...

Do Thu Huong is making paper lanterns to bring traditional values back into contemporary society, and is constantly experimenting and developing more exquisite products made with artisanal paper. Do ...

GIFU -- Gifu paper lanterns with elaborate designs that offer a soothing glow have been on display at an old townhouse in this central Japan city, as part of an exhibit aiming to spread the charms of ...

TOKYO -- Several hundred years ago during the Edo period (1603-1867), towns bustling during the day were suddenly enveloped in pitch darkness at nightfall. At a time when electricity was still not in ...