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The stars have fascinated mankind since the dawn of history, and many of the most ancient funeral rites take the movement of heavenly bodies into account However it’s only very recently that it’s...

According to archaeological evidence, funeral rites were one of the very first elements of human culture to emerge Funeral rites can be found in every culture, both ancient and contemporary, although...

In the past, a “Pauper’s funeral” was a funeral paid for by the state, for those who either didn’t have enough money in their estate or family members willing to cover the costs of the burial...

Losing a baby at any time, is truly devastating and traumatizing experience for parents, and other loved ones of the child Unfortunately, it is a rather common experience, as 25% of couples who give...

While many people continue to consider burial or cremation, others are looking into another option: body donation In short, this is the act of donating your body to science as opposed to being buried...

The Atlantis Reef sits approximately 52 km off the coast of the Florida Keys  This man-made reef was originally created in 2007 as a safe-haven for marine life in the wake of so many marine reef...

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) works closely with families, and their funeral directors, who have lost a loved one as a result of heart disease to help them get through the grieving process...

Often referred to as one of the most spectacular and interesting Balinese ceremonies, the “Ngaben,” or cremation, is a religious rite of Hindu descent, although it’s quite a bit different to...

Agricultural prosperity, Christian churches, and the City of the Dead attract tourists from all over Russia In North Ossetia, there is a village called Dargavs, which has a peculiar history behind it...

Would you know what hymn or song your loved one would want played at their funeral If not, you are not alone, more than seven out of ten people in a recent survey said that they were not...