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West Asia
Egyptian Novelist Youssef Ziedan: Religious terror of fanatic people starts when they speak in the name of God
Youssef Ziedan is an Egyptian scholar who specializes in Arabic and Islamic studies. He worked as director of the Manuscript Center and Museum affiliated to the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. He is a university professor, a public lecturer, a columnist and a prolific author of more than 50 books. The study of…
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South East Asia
Hanoi, Capital Of Vietnam, Full Of Festive Mood As Christmas Approaches
A man chooses Santa Claus garment for his child at a market in Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, Dec. 17, 2012. Festival atmosphere is covering Hanoi’s downtown as Christmas approaches. People select Christmas decorations for the upcoming Christmas in Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, Dec. 17, 2012. A man chooses Santa Claus…
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East Asia
Russian Ballet Dancers Perform “Swan Lake” In Yinchuan City, China
Performers from Saint Petersburg Ballet Theatre of Russia perform dance drama “Swan Lake” in Yinchuan City, capital of northwest China’s Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Dec. 18, 2012. Actresses from Saint Petersburg Ballet Theatre of Russia perform dance drama “Swan Lake” in Yinchuan City, capital of northwest China’s Ningxia Hui Autonomous…
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East Asia
Strangers in their homeland
Many ethnic Koreans with foreign citizenship live here and their number is growing steadily. Do these “gyopo,” who were raised abroad feel comfortable in their homeland? Does Korean society embrace them heartily? A once homogenous country, Korea is gradually opening up to foreigners but it’s still not as friendly to…
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East Asia
Similar but unique wedding rituals of 5 countries
Modern weddings in Korea are quick and simple: a speedy ceremony and then rushing to the meal afterwards. But in the past weddings were days-long festivals among families and friends that embraced cultural elements. The diversity and uniqueness of wedding rituals from Korea, China, Japan, Nepal and Vietnam can be…
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East Asia
Veteran goalie calls it quits
Veteran football goalkeeper Lee Woon-jae on Monday paid tributes to his fans for their support as he bid farewell to a 17-year playing career. “My body will leave the football pitch, but my heart will always be there,” Lee said at a press conference in Seoul. “And it’s all thanks…
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South Asia
Ancient form of Pakistani sport developed to Greco-Roman wrestling
Malakhro is the South Asian form of sport wrestling, mostly played in Pakistan and parts of India. The match begins with both wrestlers tying a twisted cloth, called Sandhro, around the opponent’s waist. Each one then holds onto the opponent’s waistcloth and tries to throw him to the ground. Malakhro…
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East Asia
Psy Performs His Song “Gangnam Style” At Halftime Of An NFL Game In Toronto
South Korean entertainer Psy performs the song “Gangnam Style” during halftime of an NFL football game between the Buffalo Bills and Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Toronto. <AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Nathan Denette>
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South Asia
A Bangladeshi Woman Dances At Rally Marking Victory Day In Dhaka
A Bangladeshi woman reacts to the camera as she dances at a rally to mark the Victory Day in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012. The day marks the anniversary of Bangladesh’ victory in the India-aided war victory against Pakistan. Bangladeshi cultural activists clad in outfit symbolizing war criminals during…
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East Asia
Why not Shakespeare?
‘King Lear,’ ‘Romeo & Juliet’ reborn with contemporary touch The year’s end is a good time for big musical productions such as “The Phantom of the Opera” and “Aida.” But for those desiring something other than the glamour of musicals, two Shakespearean plays with modern twists await Korean audiences. Though…
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