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Pan-Asian New Year Celebrations
Did you know that the New Year celebrations are among the oldest and most universally observed festivities in world cultures. At the heart of the celebrations is the remembrance of creation and life’s renewal.
Wikipedia is 20 (aka Wiki Wiki Birthday)
Wikipedia, the world’s largest online encyclopedia and consistently one of the top ten most visited websites, was launched to little fanfare on January 15, 2001: it turns 20 today.
5 Interesting Facts About the Legendary Civil Activist Martin Luther King Jr.
The birthday of civil activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is celebrated on the third Monday of January in the United States. Dr. King fought for the civil rights of African-Americans with peaceful demonstrations. It was after his death that there was a movement to make his birthday a holiday.
A King in the City of Angels
Martin Luther King Jr. was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but as in so many cities and towns throughout the country, his impact on Los Angeles was strong and far-reaching. King visited L.A.
Interview With an Author: Paul Cornell
Paul Cornell is a writer of science fiction and fantasy in prose, comics, and TV. He is one of only two people to be Hugo Award-nominated for all three media.
Mining Gold From the Music Stream: Joe Meek & The Blue Men - I Hear A New World
Composer and producer of the timeless instrumental classic "Telstar,” Joe Meek was one of the most influential rock n’ roll producers of all time.
21st Century Kids: Feel the Beat
The topic of “music” is very broad, as it covers a wide range of styles, instruments, platforms, and usage. Kids interact with music every day. For example, music enhances other mediums such as films.
5 datos interesantes del legendario activista civil Martin Luther King Jr.
El tercer lunes de cada mes de enero en los Estados Unidos se celebra el cumpleaños del activista civil Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. El Dr. King luchó por los derechos civiles de los afro-americanos con manifestaciones pacíficas.
New Year, New Resolution: Find Joy in the Ordinary
Traditionally the top resolutions at the beginning of a new year for people in the US are about losing weight, improving their finances, and eating healthier.
Interview With an Author: Michel Faber
Michel Faber has written seven other books, including the highly acclaimed The Crimson Petal and the White,