Men with painted faces and masks pelted each other with rags drenched in gasoline and rolled into tight flaming balls, as the town of Nejapa in El Salvador celebrated its annual fireball festival.

Residents in Nejapa, El Salvador, gathered together to celebrate their annual “Bolas de Fuego," or Balls of Fire festival. Balls of Fire, held yearly on August 31, commemorates the volcanic eruption ...

Take a journey through El Salvador’s rich history and vibrant culture in this in-depth exploration of the nation’s past and present. From ancient civilizations and colonial influences to modern-day ...

When he walks down Mount Pleasant Street, in Northwest D.C., Quique Aviles is repeatedly greeted by people who know him, from his decades as a poet, performer and community activist. Aviles was the ...

Lowell recently held its first-ever Salvadorean Festival, celebrating the culture of local immigrants from El Salvador. Lowell man sentenced to 10 years in prison following federal investigation into ...