Author: Daniela
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A world in debt: Reforming the multilateral financial architecture
According to data from UN Trade and Development, 3.3 billion people today live in countries where debt interest payments exceed spending on health and education. What can the multilateral system do to address the global debt crisis and ensure equitable access to finance? How can we reform the international financial architecture to ensure that developing…
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Preserving Ancient Vietnamese Crafts
Phường Bách Nghệ is a passionate group dedicated to preserving and reinventing Việt Nam’s traditional crafts. From reviving ancient techniques to introducing fresh, modern designs, their mission breathes new life into time-honored craftsmanship. The group is paving new paths to ensure these ancient arts thrive in today’s world.
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Annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration
If you are looking for something to do next weekend and you are in the Macon Georgia area the annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration will be held at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15. According to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park Superintendent Carla Beasley,…
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“Products of Peace” Empowers Filipino Women
After years of armed conflict, ‘Products of Peace’ and weaving provide Filipino women with a platform for empowerment
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UNESCO – A Partner in the Preservation of Cultural Heritage
Traditional crafts are an intrinsic part of cultural heritage and many communities, around the globe, are investing time and resources to reinvigorate and preserve their local crafts. Their efforts are being recognized and promoted by UNESCO, a branch of the United Nations, whose mission, among other things, is to honor and promote the world’s “living…
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National Handloom Day – Celebrating Threads of Tradition in India
Every year, National Handloom Day is celebrated on August 7, 2024, in India, It is a vibrant homage to the rich tapestry of Indian tradition, culture, and craftsmanship. This day is not just a special day for the skilled artisans who weave magic with threads, but also a reminder of the stories, heritage, and art that bind our…
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Livart Workshop
Hyundai Livart has introduced “Livart Workshop,” a museum specializing in handmade furniture and crafts, at the official online mall, “Livart Mall.” Through this, the strategy is to pioneer a market for competitive domestic small manufacturer workshops and expand awareness. At the Livart workshop, you can experience 10 workshops of furniture craftsmen and handicraft artists nationwide…
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Successful Sailing of the Magan Boat Since 2,100 BCE
A 59-foot-long reproduction of an ancient Near Eastern trading vessel has successfully sailed off the coast of Abu Dhabi. The vessel, called a ‘Magan Boat’ in ancient times after the name of the area encompassing the UAE and parts of Oman today, was built with raw materials described on an ancient clay tablet and using…
The Village Market 