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Romney’s culture remark offers peek at worldview

WASHINGTON — Mitt Romney made what seemed to be a presumptuous statement this week: that some countries — particularly Israel, the United States, and Chile — are more economically vibrant than their neighbors because of [...]

Posted On : Aug, 06 2012 | Comments : 0

Celebrate World Cultures at International Festival Day in Wa...

The Haywood County Arts Council announces International Festival Day on a new date in 2012 – Saturday, July 21 from 10am until 5pm in historic downtown Waynesville, NC. International Festival Day is the highlight of regional perform [...]

Posted On : Jun, 08 2012 | Comments : 0

Taking Chinese culture to the world

Confucius Institutes not only teach language but also provide a clearer view of the emerging nation BEIJING - With the aim of promoting international cooperation, since 2005 Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) has joined with 17 fo [...]

Posted On : Sep, 20 2011 | Comments : 0

Oldest Hopi Show in the World

The first Hopi Festival was held in 1930, on the July Fourth weekend. This long-standing gathering represents the partnership between the Hopi people and the Museum, and has always had as its mission the preservation of Hopi artistic trad [...]

Posted On : Jun, 27 2011 | Comments : 0

Pakistan shares world’s richest heritage, culture: Marri

Sindh Electric Power Minister Shazia Marri said that Sindh and Pakistan have world’s great heritage and cultural sites which can be promoted and brought before the world by holding photo-exhibitions inside the country and abroad. [...]

Posted On : May, 09 2011 | Comments : 0

World Cup opener showcases South Asian culture (Roundup)

Fourteen captains rode around the arena in cycle-rickshaws and breathtaking laser shows simulated the experience of the 22-yard pitch as the cricket World Cup got off to a rousing start here Thursday evening, showcasing the diverse cultu [...]

Posted On : Feb, 18 2011 | Comments : 0

UNESCO's World Day for Cultural Diversity

The United Nations has always endeavoured to foster peace and harmony among the citizens of the world. The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 necessitated the creation of an ideal platform to promote world integrity and peace. Accordin [...]

Posted On : May, 21 2009 | Comments : 0

Trio of world-famous artists give outstanding recital at 6th...

The 'superstar' trio was made up of the world's most famous flautist, Sir James Galway, the most celebrated pianist of our generation, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, and the passionate and inspiring Russian cellist, Nina Kotova. Following an unforge [...]

Posted On : Apr, 03 2009 | Comments : 0

Students enjoy World Cultures Day

The high school was temporarily transformed Friday for the 13th annual Exploration of World Cultures Day. On this day, students get the chance to learn about other cultures through different activities like visiting informational booths tha [...]

Posted On : Apr, 26 2008 | Comments : 0

Students explore world of cultures - with photo gallery

It's customary during a traditional Japanese tea ceremony for the hostess to serve herself, but apologize to everyone else for doing so. No gossip is allowed in the teahouse. Women who open the piping-hot tea kettle must use a cloth. Men, [...]

Posted On : Mar, 10 2008 | Comments : 0

The Drambuie World Ice Golf Championship, Greenland

Glaciers, whales, polar bears and dog-sledding – the world's largest island holds adventures in abundance. See the blue light of the polar night, the midnight sun and the northern lights. ... more .This bizarre event is held o [...]

Posted On : Feb, 02 2008 | Comments : 0

World Arts Festival 2007 in Lahore

The inauguration of the World Performing Arts Festival 2007 at Alhamra Cultural Complex on Tuesday provided the city with a much-needed respite from the political chaos in Pakistan. The arts bonanza will start from tomorrow (Thursday) with [...]

Posted On : Nov, 21 2007 | Comments : 0

Festival of Lights-Diwali-The Hindu festival celebrated all...

Festival of Lights,lighting a an oil based lamps a symbolic way of our spirit to get rid of darkness and let the inner light lit our self.it is also said the that as invention of fire came to knowledge of human beings,the material comforts [...]

Posted On : Nov, 15 2007 | Comments : 0

Country With The Highest Life Expectancy In The World

We do say that there are so many stresses in life that people are dieing due to health reasons but on the other hand according to resources Andorra is the # 1 country with the highest life ex [...]