Star struck: In the city of lights, these people prefer the dark

Source: The Express Tribune Pakistan

The Karachi Astronomers’ Society had set up telescopes in Zamzama Park on Saturday. PHOTO COURTESY: KARACHI ASTRONOMERS’ SOCIETY Some people might still describe Karachi as the city of lights, but on Saturday night some of its residents discover ...
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How to Solve 3 Common Beach Photography Problems

Source: Bella Sugar

A day at the beach is the perfect chance to capture carefree memories, but the brightness of the sun reflecting off the sand and water doesn't often yield the best photographic results. Before you start snapping away, take a look at three common beach ph ...
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When a Syllabus is not a Syllabus— Ancient Literacies Part One

Source: Patheos Blogs

[1]The Latin word syllabus derives from the Greek word sillybos/ sillyboi. What it refers to in the first instance is the tag attached to a papyrus roll by which its contents is identified. One example of an actual tag from anti ...
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White crosses in Central Park have lot of meaning to Henderson residents

Source: Courier Press

HENDERSON, Ky. — Those white crosses in Central Park have been bringing a lot of meaning to the lives of Henderson residents since the display was first erected in 1946. Henderson is one of only a few communities in the country ...
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Angry Stuart could quit post in protest

Source: The Age

RICKY STUART can take one more step after ordering his players to ban the media - quit as State of Origin coach. And there is growing speculation - win or lose - Stuart is considering ending his time as Blues coach. Origin cannot afford ...
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Raymonds again (Free for all)

Source: Jancis Robinson

'It's true. Bread baker and sommelier. I have published a book on bread (Sourdough A Recipe For Life). It was Jeremy Bonia who told me about your open call for restaurant reviews. He knows I have a bit of a penchan ...
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Exclusive: Hands-On with BMW’s Most Advanced Infotainment System

Source: Wired

BMW has released details on its refreshed 2013 7 Series flagship before it goes on sale late this summer. But while the new drivetrains, mildly updated exterior and reworked interior are nice, what’s more imp ...
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AvX Post Game Report, Week 9: Captain Marvel Resurrected

Source: Newsarama

***If you're avoiding Secret Avengers #27 spoilers, this isn't the article for you, friend.*** Memorial Day weekend is nearly here, but before you retreat to your busy BBQ schedule, check out the latest edition of Newsarama's AvX Post Game ...
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Kibbles ‘n Bits 5/25/12: Gay Superhero Week continues

Source: Publishers Weekly

Some stories about comic books, some interviews, some gays-in-comics stuff. § PICK O’ THE WEEK: Michel Fiffe looks at the lost art of the One-Artist Anthology Comics, from Crumb to DeForge As if it wasn’t enough ...
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