At the crossroads of civilisations Jul 6, 2008
Why, we Malaysians might even learn something from its multicultural history. Summary of the chaos. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
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Afghanistan's Treasures Revealed May 26, 2008
On display will be nearly 230 objects, some thousands of years old, from Afghanistan's long and rich, multicultural history at the center of the network of trade routes known as the Silk Road. Greeks, Romans, Persians, Indians, Chinese, Siberians these cultures all influenced this Central Asian region at some time, and all left something behind: Corinthian capitals, bronze sculpture, carved ivory reliefs, gold bowls, clay pottery and painted glassware as colorful as the day they were made... (ABC News)
DHL Delivers Placido Domingo's `Around the World' Tour to Boston Apr 12, 2008
Plcido Domingo is a world-class performer who crosses both cultural and geographical boundaries the same qualities that underscore DHLs global presence and multinational and multicultural history, said Hans Hickler, CEO, DHL Express USA. The Maestro also shares DHLs passion for baseball, and we are pleased to be working with another one of our partners, the Boston Red Sox, on celebrating Americas favorite pastime with the Maestro and some special young fans while supporting... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* [ ART JOURNAL ] Modern art, old-school Apr 9, 2008
Nine local artists working in oil and acrylic represent Taiwans rich multicultural history. By Noah Buchan STAFF REPORTER Wednesday, Apr 09, 2008, Page 15. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Jewish text saved in Sarajevo Dec 30, 2007
Taking her inspiration from these two feats of cross-cultural heroism, Brooks fabricates a compelling, multicultural history of the codex and the people behind it. She hangs all this, cleverly, on a fictional, snappy young Australian book conservator named Hanna, who is called to Sarajevo in 1996 to restore the manuscript. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Cage and son work comic 'Voodoo' Jul 4, 2007
He was a natural to do it," says Cage, who is overseeing the story lines and working with "X-Men" writer Mike Carey. The artist is Dean Ruben Hyrapiet. The comic is the latest from India-based Virgin Comics, the brainchild of writer Deepak Chopra, filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and entrepreneur Richard Branson. The company hopes to challenge titans Marvel and DC by marketing largely to Asia and infusing the story lines with Eastern mythology. The comics will be available in U.S. shops. New Orleans has... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
First look: Cage and son work comic 'Voodoo' Jul 3, 2007
New Orleans has a multicultural history that has earned worldwide attention since the hurricane, Weston says. "Bad things seem to happen to great cities. And there are a lot of stories that deserve to be told from there," he says. (USA Today -- Life)
Obama backs Chicago's 2016 Olympics bid Mar 7, 2007
Besides the nuts-and-bolts of the venues in its bid, Chicago also is relying on its multicultural history to be a lure, along with its sports enthusiasm and cultural offerings. But theres something even more basic Mayor Richard M. Daley says the city has to offer. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A red hot reason to PARTY Feb 18, 2007
One word of caution from Torontonian Dora Nipp, head of the Multicultural History Society, however. If you're new to the Lunar New Year, ask for help while scouring Chinatown. (Globe and Mail)
Fourth violent death leaves school in tears Dec 22, 2006
He ranked average academically, Cox said, but excelled in classes in which he had a deep interest -- such as African-American multicultural history. Alvesta Walker taught Mike in that course. (The Miami Herald)
an alphabetical primer to the region's tourist destinations Dec 3, 2006
" More information: (800) 835-8530, bvitourism.com. CAYMAN ISLANDS Convulsions from devastating Hurricane Ivan in 2004 have largely calmed, and Grand Cayman is getting back to its roots: Offshore banking, world-renowned diving, and a major cruise ship stop (a new port just opened, which eliminates tendering in). One storm aftershock: the huge dive industry contracted, and prices shot up. The environment: Grand Cayman and Little Cayman are parched and flat but ringed by staggering undersea walls;... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Infotainment Oct 21, 2006
New Majestic Hotel, decorated with 1970s-era glass baubles SINGAPORE: A woman walks at the restored New Majestic Hotel, decorated with 1970s-era glass baubles in a modern city with a multicultural history. AP. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Montgomery fellow, Thapar, to speak on ancient India Oct 11, 2006
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Photo synthesis: Exhibit at MAC explores multitextured Africa Jul 16, 2006
This glittering procession, with monks carrying Christian symbols and fabulously fringed parasols and a man in a casual green, purple and fuchsia jacket, can be seen as a contemporary emblem of the country's multicultural history. The soundtrack for this DVD projection also fuses past and present with startling juxtapositions and rhythms: You'll hear the high-pitched ululations of pilgrim women along with rap by Cypress Hill. (The Miami Herald)
The Color of Wealth May 25, 2006
" Written by five leading experts on the racial wealth divide who recount the asset-building histories of Native Americas, Latinos, African Americans, Asian Americans and European Americans, this book is a comprehensive multicultural history of American wealth. For more information about the book visit www.racialwealthdivide.org. -Diana Denner ?Ithaca Times 2006 Send us your , , and other suggestions. Copyright ? 1995 - 2006 All Rights Reserved.. (Ithaca Times, NY)
Whole fish, a chicken with its head, and no shampoo Jan 30, 2006
What do you call kissing under the mistletoe, asks Nipp, who's CEO of the Multicultural History Society of Ontario. It's a cultural tradition, isn't it. (Toronto Star)
