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Visions Of Sacredness: Places And Sounds Around The World
Experiences of the sacred, transcendence, and spiritual oneness play a centering role in all cultures. This universal spiritual yearning...


Listen for Free: Archives of Jazz, Blues, Folk, Country, and World Music.
Explore these wonderful online music archives and listen to, and learn about, the music and musicians. You'll be truly amazed at the...


Amazing, Crazy, Entertaining Science!
These science YouTube channels are a lot more fun than much of what passes for entertainment these days. If you think science isn't fun...


These Centuries-Old Bridges Weren't Built - They're Grown
One of the wonders of North-East India are the bridges created out of the living roots of rubber trees. The Root Bridges of Cherrapunji -...


A World Full of Cats! The Epic and Beautiful Story of Big and Little Felines.
From the tiny Rusty-Spotted Cat of Sri Lanka to the massive Siberian Tiger, and all the domestic cats in between, cats are impressive....


The Drummers Were (and Are) Women
Across the globe, men often appear to dominate the acoustic art of drumming and drumming performance. Closer inspection, however, reveals...


Stunning Bald Eagle Webcam Views
Since 2015, FOBBV (Friends of Big Bear Valley) has shared a unique window into the lives of a bald eagle couple: Jackie & Shadow. View...


Odetta: Voice Of The Civil Rights Movement
Enjoy 'The Queen of American Folk Music.' Remembering Odetta, Voice of the Civil Rights Movement - Profile of the legendary...


Take a Dive into the Living Heritage of Humanity
Humanity's traditions are all connected. Discover the links between the different elements of our intangible heritage! Take a deep...


Ella Fitzgerald: Live!
Experience the First Lady of Jazz in live concerts! The spectacular voice, high energy swinging style, and amazing bands she sang with....


What Kids Around The World Eat
Check out the differences in the daily diets of children in countries around the world. 25 Kids From Around The World Photographed With...


Incredible, Delightfully Weird, Chain Reactions!
Just for the fun of it, here's some melt-your-eyeballs chain reaction machines! Amazing creativity! The Cake Server - Watch this insane...


Six Amazing Imaginary Worlds...And One You Can Make Yourself
Tired of the current world you're experiencing? Take a break and explore these incredible (and fun) imaginary worlds. An Imaginary World...


"I Will Find A Way To Do This! So Be It!" - Octavia E. Butler, W.E.B. DuBois, And Power To Be & Do
Persevere. Strive. Learn. Feel. Perceive. Share. Find your power and use it. Octavia E. Butler's Self-Talk - This link is to the...


Spectacular Photos Of 2023
Today we showcase the winning photographs from major world photography contests. From all continents, and from professionals to...


Online Archives Showcasing Masterpieces Of Japanese Illustration
Explore thousands of magnificent Japanese illustrations and woodblock prints available online, many for high-resolution download....


Foods That Are Central To Culture: Corn In Mexico And Guatemala
For Mexicans, Guatemalans, and other “children of corn," maize is entwined in life, history and tradition. It is not just an important...


Stevie Wonder: Phenomenon For The Ages
From his electrifying debut at age eleven, through all the amazing performances in the years since, this 'one-man-band' has influenced...


Great Multicultural Cities Before The Global Age
In our global age, many cities around the world are richly diverse in culture, language, religion, and traditions. But, although our...


The Canary Islands: Breathtaking Beauty, Tenderete Music & Dance, Yummy Cortado Leche Leche, And More!
The Canary Islands' rich cultural interplay of heavy Spanish influence and historic Canarian life results in vibrant cities, dynamic...


Perceiving Beyond Our Perceptions
There is so much more to "reality" than we normally perceive. Our "common sense" view of the world, based on how our mind organizes our...


The Last Time The Climate Changed
Today's post is a story about the last time the Earth warmed as it is warming now. Looking back to such a time provides a uniquely...


Black Tea Houses And Suffragette Tea Houses: The Little-Known Story Of Tea And Civil Rights
Now little-known or forgotten, sharing a cup of tea was an important catalyst for building the friendships, sense of community...


Living On The Water For Centuries: Peoples Of Boats And Stilts
Across the globe, from Malaysia to Benin to Peru, some peoples have lived on the water, with only marginal connection to land, for...
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