Transition to modernity: From tradition to accessory The beginning of the 20th century marked a turning point in veiling traditions. This change was epitomized by the rise of “flapper” culture in the 1920s. Flappers were young women who rebelled against the social norms and expectations of the time. They wore short skirts, bob cuts and challenged traditional gender roles. They adopted a freer, more independent lifestyle and often enjoyed jazz music, dancing and socializing. This cultural movement symbolized a break with tradition and reflected the general social changes of the time. Fast forward to the 1960s and Europe was swept…
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In a time of increasing polarization and culture war, longtime TV and radio personality Leslie Marshall wants us all to lose the divide. Marshall, a Northeast graduate, is a Fox News contributor, Democratic strategist and decorated broadcaster. She is one of the most successful women to make a name for herself in an industry that remains largely male-dominated – an industry with there is no shortage of stories about the obstacles women face. Leslie Marshall. Courtesy photo Beginning his broadcasting career in the late 1980s, when the “shock jock” radio format was beginning to take over, Marshall competed for air…
By Fotis Kaliampakos – Special to Hellenic News of America Konstantinos (Gus) Lampropoulos has announced his candidacy for New York State Senate in the 59th District. His wife, Maria Markou, is also running for district chief in Astoria. I’m one of you! Konstantinos (Gus) Lampropoulos, well known for his professional career and philanthropic activities, announced his candidacy in a festive atmosphere at the Greek restaurant “Stamatis” in Astoria. The inaugural event, which also served as a press conference, initially had a Panhellenic or rather Panhellenic-American character, because Konstantinos Lampropoulos first wanted to convey the message of his candidacy to members…
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (AP) — For 400 years, Native North Americans flocked to a group of ceremonial sites in what is now Ohio to celebrate their culture and honor their dead. On Saturday, the breadth of the reach of ancient Hopewell culture was put on display to attract a new group of visitors from around the world.“We stand on the shoulders of geniuses, extraordinary geniuses who preceded us. This is why we are here today,” Chief Glenna Wallace of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahomatold a crowd gathered at Hopewell Culture National Historical Park to dedicate eight sites there and elsewhere…
4. Ideal for an immersive experience: K11 MUSEA Perhaps fittingly for a city like Hong Kong where shopping can seem like a national sport, K11 MUSEUM is a unique hybrid that combines culture and retail. Located in Kowloon’s vibrant Victoria Dockside district, it is (in part) named after the muses of Greek mythology and promises immersive experiences in art, culture, entertainment and gastronomy. “As a design and art retail experience, it’s very different from a more formal museum experience – but it’s also fun,” Raffel said. Entrepreneur Adrian Cheng has worked with more than 100 international artists, architects and designers…
Tutoring changed the course of Andrew Shenouda’s academic career. The young Northeastern University computer science and business major struggled with reading until third grade, when extra help helped him place at the top of his class. When he got to high school, he wanted to unleash that same potential in other students. He started a non-profit tutoring service with over 20 tutors. Ultimately, he fell into the same trap that many businesses fall into: the administrative aspect took more time than the tutoring itself. Mosaic team members work in the IDEA lab in Hayden Hall on Northeastern’s Boston campus. Photo…
Last updated: August 21, 2023, 8:22 p.m. FILE PHOTOS Prime Minister Narendra Modi will leave tomorrow for a visit to South Africa and Greece. Speaking to the media in New Delhi today, Foreign Minister Vinay Mohan Kwatra said the Prime Minister will leave tomorrow morning for Johannesburg where he will attend the 15th BRICS summit which begins tomorrow and ends on August 24. He informed that tomorrow evening, Mr. Modi would attend the BRICS Leaders’ Retreat where discussions are expected on the worrying developments globally. Mr Kwatra added that on Wednesday,…
To read the full newsletter, click here. Director’s Update Dear friends, The third quarter of 2023 has been a busy few months at the Assembly of Bishops. The Executive Committee met in early July and agreed to hold the next meeting of the Assembly of Bishops in Atlanta, Georgia, from September 28 to October 1, 2024. Atlanteans, save the date! The Liturgy Committee formed a task force, led by Presbytera Melanie DiStefano, to collaborate with the Orthodox Christian Association of the Deaf on an official American Sign Language translation of the Divine Liturgy. The working group will also work on…
As one of the last U.S. states to experience serious colonization by non-native peoples, Florida isn’t always a priority when thinking about small towns with interesting historic districts. Yet, go a little off the beaten path while traveling the Sunshine State and you’ll discover endless interesting old neighborhoods just waiting to be explored. These generally well-preserved areas also exude plenty of that southern charm that Florida is famous for. From Victorian-era homes to ancient archaeological sites, those interested in history will have fun exploring the historic neighborhoods of these small Florida towns. Mycanopia Historic Micanopy, Florida via Micanopy Town (micanopytown.com)…