Tag Archives: Culture

‘There’s no such thing as a bad view’

Posted on August 26, 2020 by agogo22

People from around the world are sharing videos of what’s outside their windows. Watch: ‘There’s no such thing as a bad view’

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BBC Radio 4 – The Food Programme, Food and the legacy of slavery

Posted on August 26, 2020 by agogo22

Jaega Wise and Dan Saladino investigate the hidden story of slavery in our food. Between the 17th century and into the 19th, twelve million enslaved Africans were transported to the Caribbean and into the rest of the Americas. Their work … Continue reading →

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The Festival of Glowing Giants

Posted on August 26, 2020 by agogo22

Last year, Kitamura made history as the first woman to win first place at Japan’s 300-year-old Aomori Nebuta Festival. Watch: The Festival of Glowing Giants

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Asim C – Brown Skin music video

Posted on August 24, 2020 by agogo22

We have recently had the pleasure of collaborating with Asim C aka Chabuddy G on the music video for his track Brown Skin! Directed and produced by Golden Wolf. goldenwolf.tv Credits: Executive Creative Director, Ingi Erlingsson Executive Producer, Tan Jones … Continue reading →

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Innovative Cities Follow a Unique Historical Pattern – New Research Reveals “Key Driver” to Propel Urban Economies

Posted on August 23, 2020 by agogo22

Population size seen as key driver of a strong urban economy. Cities transition to innovative economies when population reaches 1.2 million The largest cities will survive after COVID-19 Remote work may slow down innovation Could be a way out for … Continue reading →

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My Best Friend Is Stuck On The Ceiling | A Comedy Short by Matt Vesely

Posted on August 23, 2020 by agogo22

Connor, secretly in love with his best friend Rach, has gotten her an amazing birthday present – something that’s sure to knock her off her feet.

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How caffeine changed the world – ScienceBlog.com

Posted on August 23, 2020 by agogo22

It is the world’s most-used drug, one many of us simply refuse to live without, opting for addiction over the loss of that first, or second, or in some cases third cup that gets us through the day. And now its … Continue reading →

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Fredie Blom, survivor of two world wars and apartheid, dies aged 116

Posted on August 23, 2020 by agogo22

Fredie Blom, the 116-year-old Capetonian thought to be one of the oldest living people in the world, died at his home in Delft on Saturday. Blom had celebrated his birthday on May 22 amid the national lockdown.   Fredie Blom, … Continue reading →

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Artist Reimagines ‘Mona Lisa’ as Modern Woman With Tattoos | My Modern Met

Posted on August 19, 2020 by agogo22

By Margherita Cole on August 17, 2020   Meet the “Modern Lisa.” Portraits commemorate people as well as a moment in time. Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is often considered the archetype of Renaissance portraiture. Similarly, Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer’s Girl … Continue reading →

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What Breakfast Is Like Around the World

Posted on August 16, 2020 by agogo22

Typically eat eggs, or a bowl of cereal for breakfast? There are so many other tasty options. In this episode of “Around the World,” Great Big Story senior producer Beryl Shereshewsky makes wake-up calls to seven people in seven countries … Continue reading →

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