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A Florida artist spent decades turning his property into a maze of sculptures, strange buildings and gardens; after years behind closed gates, his family is reopening the Warlock House Halloween tradition

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A Florida artist spent decades turning his property into a maze of sculptures, strange buildings and gardens; after years behind closed gates, his family is reopening the Warlock House Halloween tradition

The artist became known locally as the ‘Warlock of Wesley Chapel’ because of the distinctive property he created. (Photos: The Warlock House) Lewis VanDercar spent decades transforming his property in Wesley Chapel, Florida, into an unusual space filled with sculptures, artwork, gardens, unconventional buildings and other creations. It is now being reopened for the first … Read more

Swiss tourist gets 1-year jail in Bali for mocking Hindu festival, calling tradition ‘crazy’

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Swiss tourist gets 1-year jail in Bali for mocking Hindu festival, calling tradition ‘crazy’

Swiss tourist Luzian Andrin Zgraggen. (AP Photo) A Swiss tourist has been sentenced to one year in prison in Bali for mocking the Hindu festival Nyepi, also known as the Day of Silence, after posting videos on Instagram showing himself violating restrictions during the sacred observance.Luzian Andrin Zgraggen, 26, was found guilty by the Denpasar … Read more

Six generations have vacationed at New Hampshire’s Lake Winnipesaukee; one family still spends thousands each summer to keep the tradition alive

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Six generations have vacationed at New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee; one family still spends thousands each summer to keep the tradition alive

For one family, summer has always meant Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire. Over six generations, the lake has been the backdrop for childhood swims, boat rides, family meals and countless reunions. Today, even though many members live only an hour away, they still spend thousands of dollars each summer to keep the tradition alive.The decision … Read more