Why is it Considered Taboo for Women to Go to the Crematorium? Know the Reasons
The article discusses the cultural beliefs surrounding the taboo of women attending cremation ceremonies in India, as detailed in the Garud Puran.
Ian Huntley to be cremated with no funeral - and family will scatter ashes in secret
Ian Huntley, the infamous Soham murderer, will be cremated without a funeral service, with his family opting to scatter his ashes privately, reportedly out of respect for his victims' families.
Bahia inaugurates the state's first columbarium this Sunday (22) at Colina Sagrada. Prices reach R$ 9,600
Bahia will inaugurate its first columbarium in Salvador, providing a dignified space for the placement of cremated remains, with prices ranging from R$ 4,400 to R$ 9,600.
Why did the sons stop their father's last rites?
A land dispute erupted at a cremation ground in Jhansi after the death of an 80-year-old man, leading to a significant altercation between the sons of his two wives.
The family divided at the crematorium! Sons halted the last rites for 15 bighas of land
A family in Jhansi, India, became divided during the last rites of an 80-year-old man over a land dispute involving 15 bighas.
Prosecutors stopped Suzanne Morphew's cremation at the last minute, and say Barry Morphew ordered it: docs
Prosecutors intervened to halt the cremation of Suzanne Morphew after her husband Barry Morphew allegedly authorized it amidst ongoing murder charges against him.
Father Fainted on Seeing Son's Corpse... Demands Encounter of the Accused
A college student in Varanasi was shot dead, leading to an emotional plea from his father for the execution of the accused before the cremation of his son.
The tribunal dismissed a petition to fund the cremation of a murder victim from October 7
An Israeli labor court has rejected a claim for state funding of cremation expenses for Yoram Bar Sinai, a murder victim of the Be'eri kibbutz attack on October 7, as the law does not explicitly mention cremation.
What happens to your body when it is cremated - and how long it takes to burn
Bramcote Crematorium in Nottingham is hosting an open day to educate the public about the cremation process and dispel myths regarding what happens to a body during cremation.
The War has also affected the dead. Crematoriums in India are replacing gas with electricity
The article discusses how the ongoing war has impacted crematoriums in India, leading them to switch from gas to electricity for cremation processes.
PHOTO โฉ Everything burns at 1000 degrees. Including a person. Ilze Verpakovska on working in a crematorium
Ilze Verpakovska, an administrator at the Riga crematorium, reflects on her over 20 years of experience dealing with death and cremation.
Free to be buried on the right. On the other side, it costs several thousand.
Burial costs in Norway vary significantly, with grave plots for coffins being free but cremation costing up to 10,000 kroner.
Autopsy for Santapaola before cremation
The autopsy for Benedetto "Nitto" Santapaola, a notorious Sicilian mafia boss, was performed before his cremation following his death in prison.
Shadow of gas crisis even at the cremation ground! Gas-based cremation halted in Vaikunth Dham
The gas supply crisis due to ongoing conflict in the Gulf region has led to the suspension of gas-based cremation services at Pune's Vaikunth Dham.
Reality of 'boil-in-a-bag' cremations from dissolved bodies to pulverised bones
Scotland has legalized 'boil-in-the-bag' cremations, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional methods, sparking discussions on its acceptance.
Water Cremation: The New Service Offered by Funeral Homes to Protect the Environment
A new environmentally-friendly method of burial known as 'water cremation' or alkaline hydrolysis is gaining popularity in various countries as an alternative to traditional cremation.
A Cry from Helsinki - Chapels 'Full of the Dead'
Helsinki's crematoria are overwhelmed and storage facilities for the deceased are reaching capacity.
Scotland becomes first UK country to legalise water cremations
Scotland has legalized hydrolysis, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation, becoming the first part of the UK to do so.
What are the cremation data today in Greece?
Greece has seen a steady increase in cremations since the opening of its first cremation center, following the legalization of cremation in 2006.
Rule change means some in UK can choose 'water cremation' from Monday
A new rule in Scotland allows for 'water cremation' as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional burial or cremation.
'Boil-in-the-bag' cremations update in UK first for eco funerals
The UK is set to introduce environmentally-friendly water cremations, known as 'boil-in-the-bag' funerals, becoming the first region in the UK to do so following new regulations in Scotland.
Caregiver spends R$ 3,000 to cremate dog and now carries its ashes in an amulet: 'It was significantโ
A caregiver in Brazil spent over R$ 3,000 to cremate her adopted dog, Princess, believing the emotional value of the farewell outweighed the cost.
The ash of the pyre is unclean.... so how does the holy ash of the crematorium become sacred for Holi?
The article explores the philosophical and cultural significance of the cremation grounds of Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, particularly relating to the traditions of Holi, and how this place symbolizes the transition between life and death.
Bodies of Mamonas Assassinas to be exhumed 30 years after fatal accident
The bodies of the Mamonas Assassinas band members will be exhumed for cremation to create a memorial in their honor.
Riga seeks solutions to the lack of burial places; considers cemetery expansion and promoting cremation
Riga is exploring various solutions to address the shortage of burial sites, including expanding existing cemeteries and encouraging cremation.
Strange phenomenon: corpses transported hundreds of kilometers
The only crematorium in Pirkanmaa, located in Tampere, currently only cremates deceased residents of Tampere, forcing other towns to transport their deceased for cremation at significant extra costs.
Ramanand Sagar's son passes away, cremation held in Mumbai
Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra, the son of director Ramanand Sagar, has passed away, and his cremation took place on January 13 in Mumbai.
Why is Mahadev called the God of the Cemetery? Know the associated mystery
The article discusses the significance of Mahashivratri and explores the paradox of Lord Shiva being both a household deity and identified with cremation grounds.
Who is Lord Shiva's mother, why does Mahadeva live in the cremation ground?
Preparations are underway for the Mahashivaratri festival, with temples being decorated and various forms of Shiva being honored.
GST on milk, education and cremation? Finance Minister responds after controversy
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed questions in Parliament regarding GST on essential goods and services, affirming that no changes have been made since its implementation in 2017.
Death after 4 years of love marriage, police retrieved the girl's body from the burning pyre
A young woman named Sana died under suspicious circumstances in Agra, leading to the police intervening during her cremation to recover her body amid allegations of potential foul play.
The Rapid Increase of Elderly Population Requiring End-of-Life Care and the Lack of Nursing Facilities and Crematoria
South Korea faces a significant shortage of nursing facilities and crematoria for its rapidly growing elderly population requiring end-of-life care.
Pet funerals with a shower of rose petals and cremation that turns ashes into jewels attract attention in Goiรกs
A special pet funeral service in Goiรกs, Brazil, features rose petal showers and cremation options that transform ashes into jewelry, offering grieving pet owners a unique way to honor their beloved animals.
Truth or Lies... Investigation into Every Claim by the Father, Why Were the Three Sisters Cremated Overnight?
Police are investigating all angles regarding the case of three minor sisters who jumped from the ninth floor in Ghaziabad, focusing on claims made by their father and the timing of the cremation.
Funeral Director in Germany Stole Gold Teeth from the Deceased Before Cremation
A funeral director in Germany has been charged with stealing gold teeth and valuables from the deceased, facing multiple counts of disturbing the peace of the dead and theft over an eleven-year period.
Zozรณ Sapountzaki did not attend the cremation of her partner: She would not have wanted to be there, it was painful, said a close collaborator of hers
Zozรณ Sapountzaki skipped the cremation of her partner Pyrros Anagnostopoulos, as she found it too painful to attend, according to a close associate.
9,500-Year-Old Cremation Ritual Found by Archaeologists in Africa
Archaeologists have identified one of the oldest examples of human cremation, dating back approximately 9,500 years, near a mountain in Malawi.
Body handed over naked for not paying: Humanity shamed at the mortuary...
A shocking incident in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, where the mortuary staff allegedly demanded 3,000 rupees for a shroud and refused to handle the body without payment, forcing the grieving family to buy a cloth from the cremation ground.
Priest in favor of cremation: Childish approach that the body must be buried to 'resurrect'
Father Charalampos Kopanakis argues that the belief that the body must be buried for resurrection is a childish approach and discusses the true renewal that begins with a reset of body and mind.
At the crematorium of Ritsona, the last goodbye to the actor Christos Politis
Friends and family will gather for the cremation ceremony of actor Christos Politis, who passed away recently, on Monday, January 12, at the Ritsona crematorium.
Christos Politis passed away on Monday; his family found him after a few days.
Christos Politis was found deceased by his family several days after he passed away on Monday, with his cremation scheduled at the crematory in Ritsona.
ยฃ4,000 gap in cost of a funeral depending on where you live in the UK
New research reveals a ยฃ4,000 difference in funeral costs across the UK, highlighting regional variations in pricing by funeral directors.
Giorgos Papadakis: The last farewell to the beloved journalist in Ritsona
The family of journalist Giorgos Papadakis has chosen cremation for him, who passed away on January 4 due to a heart attack, and expresses gratitude for the public's support during this difficult time.
The oldest documented cremation ceremony in Africa: they cremated a short adult woman 9,500 years ago
Archaeologists have discovered the oldest evidence of a cremation ceremony in Africa, dating back 9,500 years, involving the deliberate cremation of a short-statured adult woman in Malawi.
Cremation pyre in Africa thought to be worldโs oldest containing adult remains
A 9,500-year-old cremation pyre in Malawi is believed to be the world's oldest containing adult remains, shedding light on ancient hunter-gatherer societies.
At the Crematorium of Ritsona, they said their last goodbye to journalist Antonis Kokorikos
Family, friends, and colleagues gathered to bid farewell to journalist Antonis Kokorikos at the Ritsona Crematorium, accompanied by the song 'Empty My Embrace' by Dionysis Savvopoulos.
Antonis Kokorikos: His cremation in Ritsona on Wednesday, the family's wish
Family and friends will gather in Ritsona to pay their last respects to journalist Antonis Kokorikos, who passed away recently, with a request to donate to his memory instead of sending flowers.
Hospital in Glasgow starts investigation after cremation of the wrong body
A hospital in Glasgow has initiated an investigation following the cremation of the wrong body due to a failure in the prescribed identification procedures.
Hospital in Glasgow mistakenly cremated the wrong body
A Glasgow hospital launched an investigation after mistakenly cremating the body of the wrong person, affecting two families during a time of grief.
Glasgow hospital launches inquiry after wrong body cremated
A Glasgow hospital has initiated an investigation after the wrongful cremation of a body, which affected two families and was only discovered post-funeral.