‘Where the Water Meets the Sky’, the first documentary film from the Campaign for Female Education (Camfed), was honoured with the ‘Best Global Insight’ award last week at the Jackson Hole Film Festival in Wyoming.
Step into a world: From the Source, session one
9 May 2008
Protius
If you missed the DOPE SWAN performance series From the Source last night, not only did you miss out on an opportunity to take in music from three diversely talented women, but also deprived yourself of the chance to expand your musical repertoire.
In a deliberate effort to mix genres, sounds and cultures, From the Source made a clean break from the standard performance series by forcing audience members to step outside their comfort zones and gifted willing ears with the perfect opening for growing auditory ranges.
Housed at small, but inviting Brooklyn watering hole Smooch Café and Wine Bar, From the Source delivered three sets as different from one another as apple pie and crème brûlée.
The South African birthed voice of Yolanda Zama, backed by the beat of heart thumping djembe drums, was followed up with what can only be classified as pure acid funk from an always transforming Sarah White. Finally, wrapping up an already stellar show, mold-breaking Eagle Nebula proved what’s old is new again with her East Coast meets West Coast blend of hip-hop.
From the Source proved that transculturalism is definitely the way of the world, while allowing us to experience it from our doorsteps. Do yourself a favor and infuse yourself in it.
Recognizing Game: Five Minutes of Fame with G*A*M*E Rebellion
27 February 2007
Armed with musical influences that range from Megadeth, Aceyalone, Stanley Clarke and Funkadelic, GAME Rebellion isn’t preparing to take over the musical revolution-they have already taken it hostage. Powerful, hard and ready, GAME Rebellion is rewriting the regime to good music.
UNICEF e-greetings: New, improved and great for last-minute holiday wishes
20 December 2006
After a successful first year, UNICEF’s electronic greetings service, available online at www.unicef-shop.com, has undergone several improvements for this holiday season.
Quake-affected children and families in Central Java begin return to normalcy
30 October 2006
Five months after a 6.3 magnitude earthquake devastated parts of Central Java, Indonesia, UNICEF and its partners are giving hope to many of the survivors.
The recovery and rebuilding assistance under way in the quake zone has helped villagers to recapture some sense of normalcy.
UNICEF has helped open child centres for thousands of young people affected by the quake. The centres, which offer trauma counselling and safe recreation facilities, are a place for children to play, meet friends and heal in the aftermath of the disaster.
“I play soccer, do some colouring and like to draw mountain landscapes,” says Tita, 11, a child at one of the centres.
Safe water sources
With the assistance of local partners, UNICEF also has worked to clean wells, latrines and septic tanks in earthquake-affected areas. So far, more than 20,000 wells and 13,000 latrines have been restored in the region.
Ati Suwarno, 80, lives in Candi, a quiet village north of the devastated city of Yogyakarta. Her home was one of the 300,000 flattened in the massive tremor, and the walls of her well collapsed. Unfortunately, it has not yet been repaired.
“The water is not clean enough for drinking,” says Ms. Suwarno. “We only use it to wash clothes and take a bath. What can I do? It’s the only water source I have.”
Working in close collaboration with trained volunteers and other agencies in the Yogyakarta area, UNICEF plans to continue its efforts to provide safe water and sanitation, and to help rebuild the lives of vulnerable children and families.
This story was originally published 30 October 2006 on UNICEF global website.
Speakeasy: Five Minutes of Fame with Liza Garza
17 October 2006
Many performers can capture the attention of an audience - only a few can actually mesmerize a crowd. Meet Liza Garza - a Flint, Michigan native, whose love affair with music and words is helping to raise hip-hop’s next generation.
Taking All Bets: The Odds Are Open for “Jayonce”
6 July 2005
Earlier today, SportsInteraction.com, a North American based online sportsbook, published three-to-one odds for a Jay-Z and Beyoncé matrimonial ceremony, in 2005.
The Rhapsody Is Upon Us
5 July 2005
Rock royalty has left the building and entered the Las Vegas’ stage. Paris Las Vegas presents We Will Rock You, the musical based on the music of legendary rock titans Queen.
Russ Merlin: A Man on the Go
26 October 2004
If you are looking to catch funnyman Russ Merlin’s act, you better move fast. On stage, Russ is like an outrageous game show host high on caffeine. Off stage, you might run into Russ on his way to one of the two shows he stars in, both highly recognized in Las Vegas.
Russ appears in V – The Ultimate Variety Show, a legendary Las Vegas program showcasing a collection of the world’s greatest variety acts. From Tuesday through Sunday, you’ll also see Russ running to make his appearance in the well-known Showgirls of Magic.
Russ Merlin has been called everything from “audience participation stunt-master” to the “world’s most unusual act.” If you haven’t caught his outrageous act on the Tonight Show or HBO, you can catch Russ
Merlin jumping into the reality show craze with an appearance on Fox’s“The Casino.”
After performing comedy in over 60 countries worldwide, Russ thinks the funniest twist of fate is that he’s “finally settled down in Las Vegas, but still on the road nightly.” Well, at least he doesn’t need a passport.
Russ Merlin appears nightly in both V – The Ultimate Variety Show at the Desert Passage at the Aladdin and Showgirls of Magic at the Hotel San Remo.
Tickets for V - The Ultimate Variety Show may be purchased by calling (702) 932-1818. Tickets for Showgirls of Magic are available by calling (702) 597-6028.
_This article was originally published Fall 2004 in 24/7 Magazine._
Chicks Dig It: Crocheted Gear, Transcultural Expression, & Canvas Footwear
25 October 2004
CHICKS DIG: Crocheted Gear from b-fly crocheted wears
Item: A Variety of Hats, Scarves & Bags
b-flywears.com is a nifty lil’ site where you can shop for fabulously hand-knitted and crocheted items for man, woman and child. Ms. Buttafly, the woman who personally designs, handcrafts and ships every item at b-flywears is heavily involved in all of her creations. Her various hats, scarves and bags come in a variety of colors. And if you don’t see a color you like, just ask her, she probably can accommodate you.
Creative Concepts in Dining
5 October 2004
In days gone by, the buffet represented an all-you-can-eat extravaganza where the majority of the food was prepared out of sight. In a visionary move that marries dining and design, The Mirage’s Cravings offers a new concept in buffets. At Cravings, guests see their food prepared and enjoy its aroma, as it’s served in an environment replete with energy, color and animation.
Supa-dupa-fly with Missy Elliott & adidas
27 September 2004
RESPECT. That’s what hip-hop was born out of over 25 years ago. Now, best-selling emcee Missy Elliott, in association with adidas Originals, brings this message to the sportswear market, with her new line, RESPECT ME.
A Day’s Trip in Cowboy Country
5 September 2004
Travel back in time, have lunch with cowboys and experience one of the seven natural wonders of the world in just one day with the North Rim Adventure Tour offered by All American Adventure Tours.