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On Heroism: The Toxic Arab Narrative, From Damascus To Gaza

The political project in the Arab world, both of tyrants and their opponents, has been focused on visions of glory and repeating slogans. But what is a movement if it doesn’t seek to improve the lives of those for whom it claims to speak?

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Why Your Vacation Countdown Is Even Better For Your Health Than The Vacation Itself

Numerous studies in the past have shown how holidays are important for human health and well-being. Now, researchers say even the anticipation of your break is good for your body (and mind).

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This Happened

This Happened — May 11: The Maestro Of Surrealism Is Born

Salvador Dali was born on this day in 1904 in Figueres, Spain. The Spanish artist is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in the surrealist movement. What style of art is Salvador Dali known for? Salvador Dali is known for his surrealist paintings, which often featured bizarre and dreamlike imagery that challenged […]

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‘Chinese Dream’ Agit Prop Now Airing Before Every Movie In China

BEIJING — Dream or nightmare? Chinese moviegoers will now see for themselves. Starting July 1, the anniversary the Chinese Communist Party, and through its 19th national congress in the fall, all Chinese cinemas are obliged by the government to show a propaganda film,The Glory and the Dream — Our Chinese Dream. The short video is […]

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Society

America Marks 50th Anniversary of MLK’s “I Have A Dream” Speech

USA TODAY, HUFFINGTON POST Worldcrunch WASHINGTON — Wednesday marks the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King’s “I Have A Dream” speech. President Barack Obama will speak on the same steps of Washington’s Lincoln Memorial during the “Let Freedom Ring and Call to Action” commemoration. Former presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton will also speak after […]

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