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Documenting Tharu Folklore Reveals Hidden History in Geographic Names
Documentation of Tharu folklore in eastern Nepal has revealed historical details about seasonal migration patterns and river shifts embedded in folk songs and place names, according to researchers.
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Reynolds Portrait of Omai Arrives at Getty
Joshua Reynolds's celebrated portrait of Omai opens at the Getty Museum after conservators conduct technical analysis revealing the artist's composition revisions.
Palestinian Painter Sliman Mansour Dies at 79
Sliman Mansour, a Palestinian painter whose work documented his country's history and the effects of Israeli occupation, died in Jerusalem at 79.
Most Guggenheim Fellowship Applicants Face Rejection, Officials Say
The Guggenheim Fellowship receives far more applications than it funds, with the foundation awarding fewer than 250 fellowships annually across all disciplines.
Juang-language writer says audio-visual documentation is vital to preserve endangered tongue
Kshetrabasi Juanga, an educator and speaker of India's endangered Juang language, says audio-visual documentation is essential to preserve the tongue and its cultural traditions for future generations.
