The High Museum of Art announced on Jan. 30 that it welcomed its 1-millionth visitor to “Louvre Atlanta” since the series of exhibitions opened on Oct. 14, 2006. The High...
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Author: Education Will Win Afghanistan, Pakistan
The U.S. war on terror has largely been waged with guns and bombs, but these weapons often miss the true enemy in countries like Afghanistan and Pakistan, a best-selling author...
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Turkish Officials to Speak at Jan. 29-31 Conference
Three Turkish government leaders are set to speak at a Jan. 29-31 conference in Atlanta focusing on Turkey’s future. Two members of the Turkish Grand National Assembly will join U.S....
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Japanese Community Can Help New Pitcher Fit in, Braves Say
The Atlanta Braves on Jan. 13 announced the signing of their first Japanese-born player, a move that was met with excitement in the city’s Japanese community and predictions that it...
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Atlanta Dogwood Festival Seeks International Flavor
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is looking to add some international flavor to its 73rd annual fine arts and community celebration on April 17-19. Since it hosted the Summer Olympic Games...
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Mexican Community to Celebrate ‘Three Kings Day’ on Jan. 4
Atlanta's Mexican community will celebrate the traditional “Three Kings Day” on Sunday, Jan. 4, at the Atlanta History Center in Buckhead from 1-5 p.m. According to Mexican tradition, three royal...
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Syrian Ambassador to Speak in Atlanta
Syrian Ambassador to the U.S. Imad Moustafa will speak in Atlanta on Tuesday, Dec. 16 about his country’s indirect peace talks with Israel through Turkish officials. He’ll join David Cuthell,...
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Danish Honorary Consul Gets Award
Macon attorney Christopher N. Smith has been named 2008 “Danish American Community Leader of the Year” by the Danish American Chamber of Commerce Southeast USA. Mr. Smith is Denmark’s honorary...
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Friendship Army: Terracotta Soldiers Show Growing U.S.-China Bond
As the U.S. and China celebrate 30 years of diplomatic ties, Atlanta is hosting an art exhibition that symbolizes how far the bilateral relationship has come. “The First Emperor: China’s...
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Tut, First Emperor to Royally Impact Atlanta Economy
The simultaneous exhibition of tomb relics from China's first emperor and ancient Egypt's boy king will have a royal economic impact on Atlanta, officials projected before the exhibitions launched. “King...