Tag Archives: Culture

Posted on July 24, 2016 by agogo22

What makes Brazilian mid-century furniture design so Brazilian? Material, maker, and means of production. via Brazilianness —

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Interesting facts about Manchester’s history.

Posted on July 20, 2016 by agogo22

Have you ever walked around Manchester and wondered why there are so many images of bees dotted throughout the city? Or why there is such an emphasis on science and industry? Our link to the Women’s Suffrage Movement? A statue … Continue reading →

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Its the economy stupid… except when it isn’t — leftnorrightblacknorwhite

Posted on July 1, 2016 by agogo22

Bill Clinton’s now famous saying ‘It’s the economy stupid’ is used to highlight that voters generally consider the economy to be the most important issue at elections. But is there ever a time when that is not true? Recent stats … Continue reading →

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Folks, Please Do NOT Try this! — MaryO’Studio

Posted on June 30, 2016 by agogo22

A high-flying pianist took music to new heights when he played while suspended in the air over Sao Paulo. Ricardo de Castro Monteiro and his spectacular Flying Piano was a highlight of the Brazilian city’s annual Virada Cultural festival on … Continue reading →

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Millionaire Sparks Uproar With Demand to Be Buried With Bentley — TwistedSifter

Posted on June 27, 2016 by agogo22

He wants to raise organ donor awareness because saving a life is worth more than any car via Millionaire Sparks Uproar With Demand to Be Buried With Bentley — TwistedSifter

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Manchester School of Samba at The Manchester Day Parade 2016

Posted on June 21, 2016 by agogo22

This gallery contains 14 photos.

Photos from https://www.flickr.com/photos/64706844@N08/

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Zambi — Brick’s Picks

Posted on June 15, 2016 by agogo22

Elis Regina and the Zimbo Trio performing “Zambi” in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 1965. That’s Amilton Godoy on piano, Luís Chaves on bass and Rubinho Barsotti absolutely wailing on the drums. The tune is by Edu Lobo with lyrics by … Continue reading →

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Cities of Hope Mural Project. Manchester, England. 21st to 29th May 2016. 9 Artists + Guests. #7 Case Maclaim. — Frankie Beane

Posted on June 14, 2016 by agogo22

From the Cities of Hope website: The work of each of our artists is matched to a local grassroots organisation through which we raise awareness of and champion their work. Through a range of activities we aspire to raise a … Continue reading →

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TIMELINE: RIP Muhammed Ali: Today we mourn a man, a boxer and fighter for freedom who started as Cassius Clay born on January 17, in Louisville, Kentucky. 1954 and died on Friday June 03: 2016 of Parkinson’s – @AceNewsServices — Ace News Services

Posted on June 4, 2016 by agogo22

#AceNewsReport – June.04: MUHAMMAD Ali’s one-liners often packed as much punch as that famous right-hand…. Died Friday June.03: 2016 of Parkinson’s disease … God Bless .. Muhammad Ali: A Timeline Muhammad Ali 1942 — Born Cassius Clay on January 17, … Continue reading →

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WHY NORTHERN QUARTER IS THE COOLEST URBAN AREA ON EARTH — Manchester Observations

Posted on June 4, 2016 by agogo22

Okay, so admittedly I have not explored every inch of the globe’s urban landscape, but regardless of this I’ve decided that Northern Quarter is THE coolest patch. It is a place where hipsters reign. Yes, ‘mainstream’, preppiness is shunned, but … Continue reading →

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