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Thursday, December 05th, 2013

Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s Liberator as Prisoner and President, Dies at 95

Kim Ludbrook/European Pressphoto AgencyNelson Mandela, who led the emancipation of South Africa from white minority rule and served as his country’s first black president, becoming an international emblem of dignity and forbearance, died Thursday. He was 95.The South African president, Jacob Zuma, announced Mr. Mandela’s death.Mr. Mandela had long declared he wanted a quiet exit, but the time he spent… [Read Full Article]
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Monday, November 04th, 2013

Paul Rusesabagina, hero of Hotel Rwanda

This hero will speak about the Rwandan genocide and how the courage of ordinary people standing up to evil can make a difference.When: Friday, Nov. 8, 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.Where: SBCC, 721 Cliff Dr., Santa BarbaraCost: FreeAge limit: Not availableCategories: Lectures & Workshops: Book Signings, Lectures, Special EventsDescription:Paul Rusesabagina, the hotel manager who saved thousands of lives during the Rwandan genocide and was portrayed by Don… [Read Full Article]
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Sunday, October 27th, 2013

Discover Myanmar's historical treasures

Editor's note: CNN's On the Road series explores the culture, heritage and customs of a country, covering popular culture, food and drink, design and architecture, sport, technology and innovation. This month, we bring you greater insight into Myanmar, revealing the places, the people and the passions unique to this intriguing south-east Asian nation. Watch the episodes at 2300 on October… [Read Full Article]
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Wednesday, October 23th, 2013

You're Invited!

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Wednesday, October 16th, 2013

In Rwanda, Studio Space as Catalyst

SPECIAL REPORT: THE ART OF COLLECTINGKIGALI, Rwanda — Born in Burundi and raised in Rwanda, the artist Bruce Niyonkuru has never traveled outside East Africa, but he believes his works have universal appeal.The artist’s recent piece, “Young Talented Artists’ Dilemma” (2013) is a colorful painting depicting the faces — some fat, some thin, one crying and from a variety of… [Read Full Article]
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