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Over 50 couples tied the knot in a Muslim ceremony in Indonesia on December 3, 2025. The event, held at a grand mosque in the capital Jakarta, was part of a charitable programme to help couples who cannot afford the cost of a wedding


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51 Indonesian couples tie the knot in mass wedding ceremony in Jakarta

51 couples all said their vows at a mass wedding at Jakarta’s grand mosque. Photo: Handout

Why China Yugur ethnic group’s wedding tradition involves groom shooting 3 arrows at bride

A wedding tradition among the Yugur ethnic group in China involves the groom shooting three arrows at the bride’s clothing to dispel evil spirits and bring eternal love. Photo: gansu.gscn.com.cn

A range of symbolic rituals, some involving riding a horse, make up the Yugur ceremony. Photo: Xinhua

The nuptials also involve the groom dressing up in clothes provided by the bride’s family. Photo: Xinhua

Fire is also a key component of the proceedings. After the arrows are shot, the bow is broken then thrown near the bride’s home, eventually ending up being cast into the flames. Photo: Xinhua

A groom aims his bow at a bride. The arrows must only graze her clothing and cause her no harm. Photo: Xinhua

A Yugur groom pictured during the event which also includes singing and food rituals. Photo: Xinhua

Frenchman sells advertising space on wedding suit, raises US$12,000 from start-ups

A groom in France who sold advertising space on his wedding suit raised US$10,000 from 26 startup companies. Photo: SCMP composite/X.com@dagorenouf

A selection of wedding day photographs show Dagobert Renouf’s sponsored wedding suit from different angles. Photo: X/dagorenouf

A design photograph shows the different advertising slots on the jacket. Photo: X/dagorenouf

Another unusual wedding in France, one at which the happy couple’s dog took centre stage. Photo: Shutterstock 

Why Chinese call romantic jealousy ‘eat vinegar’; what is its Tang dynasty minister link

The Chinese phrase “to eat vinegar” expresses romantic jealousy and originated from the Tang dynasty. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock

The Tang dynasty was characterised by a vibrant culture, notable advancements in poetry, art, and literature, as well as economic prosperity driven by flourishing trade along the Silk Road. Photo: Nora Tam

Jealousy is a common emotion among couples, considered a normal human reaction to perceived threats to a valued relationship. Photo: Shutterstock

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Couples were showered with dowries, staple food packages and other wedding gifts


Couples were showered with dowries, staple food packages and other wedding gifts.


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Couples were showered with dowries, staple food packages and other wedding gifts