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- Spiritual awakening transforms agnostic into singing maggidah - J. - the Jewish News weekly of Northern California
Spiritual awakening transforms agnostic into singing maggidahJ. - the Jewish News weekly of Northern California, CA - Jul 10, 2008“It was very devotional, talking about God as compassionate, merciful and loving,†says Ravitz, who was also touched by the poetry of Rumi. ...
- We Have So Few - Kommersant
Academician Petr Kapitsa (above) waited 40 years for his well-deserved honor. He received the 1978 Nobel Prize in physics for work published in 1938. The Nobel Committee responded quickly to Nikolai Basov (below) and Aleksandr Prokhorov’s discovery ...
- Darwish -The Palestinian Icon (Middle East Times)
The last time Arab masses (and Mideast watchers) were mesmerized was when they heard that Gamal Abdel Nasser , the popular Egyptian president, passed away prematurely in 1969 – an event that changed the political climate in the Middle East and presaged the rise of Islamic fundamentalism.
- ‘Reverse publishing’ hits the Iron Range - BusinessNorth.com
‘Reverse publishing’ hits the Iron RangeBusinessNorth.com, MN - 1 hour agoWriters can contribute in a number of different ways — everything from commentary to poetry to information about upcoming community festivals is considered ...
- In rhyme with the times - The National
In rhyme with the timesThe National, United Arab Emirates - 3 hours agoBut what counts with the audience is the power of the poetry. This show is exceptional for making accessible an ancient tradition. The contest has proved ...
- Black Tuna Gang Leader Gets Out of Jail - Miami New Times
Robert Platshorn was the first big bust of the War on Drugs. Almost 30 years later, he's free and talking. "I have a hard time with modern technology," Brazilian icon Gilberto Gil says, describing the theme of his latest CD, Banda Larga Cordel . "I ...
- A child walks past one of the games set up at last year's RoseFest in ... - Southwest Journal
The East Harriet Farmstead Neighborhood Association’s (EHFNA) signature event, RoseFest, is set for tomorrow from noon to 8 p.m. at Lyndale Farmstead Park, 3900 Bryant Ave. S. This is the second year of RoseFest, which drew roughly 1,800 people ...
- Out from the shadows: Elusive actress Debra Winger to speak about new ... - Jewish News Weekly
It’s the stuff of Hollywood legend: promising young ingénue Debra Winger makes Tinseltown A-list with a couple of star-making roles, then, Garbo-like, mysteriously disappears from the silver screen. Trouble is, the legend isn’t true. The 53-year ...
- The funny side of life (Mail and Guardian)
There's a note for the postman pinned to the front door of Marina Lewycka's functional, foursquare house in the rowdy university quarter of Sheffield in northern England. "If no answer," it says, "please put packages behind the wheelie bin. Don't worry -- they're only foreign books."
- Community briefs 6/11 - Daily News Tribune
Community briefs 6/11Daily News Tribune, MA - 6 hours agoThe free talk will be followed by a tour. This event is part of an ongoing series sponsored by Waltham Land Trust to highlight Waltham's many open and green ...
- Mr. Harvey humbled to be inducted into Hall - St. Peter Herald
Mr. Harvey humbled to be inducted into HallSt. Peter Herald, MO - 2 hours agoPoetry and history are what he studies most. "Shakespeare and (AE) Housman are my favorite poets and I also enjoy reading about the Civil War," he said. ...
- Updated 8/22: '08 Wynn Award recipients hailed - Evanston Review
Updated 8/22: '08 Wynn Award recipients hailedEvanston Review, IL - 4 hours agoAn avid reader, she also is a talented artist and writer, and excels in poetry. She also is passionate about music and loves to play the guitar. ...
- Austin dancers take taps to local venues (The Daily Texan)
Maybe you were at Austin Java one Sunday morning when two guys laid down wooden boards and began tap dancing to the music. Or maybe you were lured by the sugary scent from Hey Cupcake! on South Congress when you discovered a DJ spinning tracks for two talented dancers.
- S.F. Science Examiner - San Francisco Examiner
Upcoming science oriented lectures and events in the Bay area. This week's highlights include two science-cafe events: Down to a Science hosts a discussion on robots and democracy on Monday at the Atlas Cafe, and Tuesday is Ask a Scientist's 5th ...
- On the Bookshelf (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Craft sessions: For ages 7 to 12, Aug. 8 at 1 p.m. Story times: Lap sit for ages 1 to 3, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11 a.m. Story and crafts for ages 4 to 6, Thursdays, 11 a.m. Sessions end the week of Aug. 4. Registration is required.
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