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To Lina – Who Left Us Last Week
A Necessary Autumn Inside Each You and I have spoken all these words, but as for the way we have to go, words are no preparation. There is no getting ready, other than grace. My faults have stayed hidden. One might call that a preparation! I have one small drop of knowing in my soul.…
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Fela Kuti – Shakara
Released in 1972, “Shakara” is an upbeat and vibrant song that celebrates African pride and identity. Fela Kuti’s infectious rhythms and energetic vocals create a joyous atmosphere, encouraging listeners to embrace their cultural heritage unapologetically. “Shakara” is a testament to Fela’s artistic vision of using music as a catalyst for social awareness and cultural appreciation.
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Makers: Women Who Make America
A celebration of the life of noted American artist Faith Ringgold, who passed away yesterday at her home in Englewood, N.J. at the age of 93.
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Mapping the Emergence of Cicada Broods
Cicada’s are trending on Google right now. I guess we’re all trying to find out when the 2024 brood will emerge. Cicada’s are interesting because of their strange 17-year hibernation cycle and the sheer mass of millions, if not billions, of the insects that emerge from the ground, sprout wings, make a ton of noise,…
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Roma Narsinghani Bridges Her Cultural Roots With Biomaterial Design
What drew me to Roma Narsinghani’s beautiful jewelry is her view that “bringing your cultural identity into contemporary jewelry design requires a bridge between the past and the future.” Roma’s brand is about the responsible sourcing of materials in her design aesthetic. Being conscious is more than a belief, it is a commitment to harmonizing…
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Eternal Threads: A New Chapter in Japanese Embroidery
“Eternal Threads” showcases over a century of Japanese embroidery mastery while exploring new possibilities for the craft. By connecting past mastery with modern creativity the project hopes to introduce the rich techniques and diverse styles of Japanese embroidery to a global audience. In addition to showcasing a curated selection of eight styles of embroidery art,…
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The Weaving Tradition Of The Yakan Village In Zamboanga
Weaving has always been a communal activity among the Yakan indigenous group from Zamboanga in Mindanao. Yakan women gather together to deftly weave the memories of their mothers and grandmothers into a handsome textile. Distinct for its vibrant colors and geometric patterns, interwoven in their fabrics are symbols of their village life and Islamic faith.…
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Primatologist Jane Goodall Marks Her 90th Birthday With Stunning Images
90 Years | 90 Images | 90 Women To mark the occasion of her 90th birthday, Jane Goodall is collaborating with Vital Impacts and 90 influential women photographers in a campaign dedicated to “reimagining our relationships to the natural world.” There are currently 31 images for sale, as part of “The Nature of Hope: 90…
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