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Contemporary Bulgarian Pottery Radiates Balkan Charm

Nov 01, 2011 No Comments by

Troyan pottery is one craft that defines Bulgaria’s unique culture, and now a contemporary interpretation is available in North America.

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Bascarsija, the Beauty

Oct 28, 2011 No Comments by

The ancient Ottoman market is one of the symbols of Sarajevo. This article concludes OBC’s series on Balkan bazaars.

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AbFab Countdown: Jane Horrocks Channels Shirley Bassey

Oct 28, 2011 No Comments by

As our AbFab countdown continues, we have to give props to an actress who adds so much to Absolutely Fabulous’ side splitting hilarity: Jane Horrocks.

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Daniela Mercury Shares Her Career, Brazilian Exceptionalism in Interview

Oct 27, 2011 No Comments by

Daniela discussed her country, her upbringing in Bahia, and her music with Makeda Dread at the WorldBeat Center in San Diego.

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Dancers Elevate Daniela Mercury’s Performance to an Even Higher Level

Oct 27, 2011 No Comments by

The intricate steps Daniela Mercury and her supporting dancers mastered on the stage keep her North American performances moving at a breathtaking pace.

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Finding Your Inner Buddha

Oct 26, 2011 No Comments by

Rising almost 44 feet in height, the best part of Kotoku-in Temple in Kamakura, Japan is actually climbing into this magnificent icon.

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Prizren at Night Beams With Optimism

Oct 25, 2011 1 Comment by

A few nights in Prizren are a must when you travel to Kosovo to visit its people’s exuberance as well as tackle the nearby hiking opportunities.

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Patsy Stone, The Cure for Consumerism

Oct 25, 2011 No Comments by

With all the cry over rampant consumerism, Joanna Lumley’s deliciously vile Absolutely Fabulous character, Patsy Stone, may have a cure for society after all.

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