Word: meccas
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Predictably, Friendster quickly became a blind-date mecca. But it's not only for singles--and therein lies its genius. Until recently, joining a dating site came with heavy baggage rivaled perhaps only by teen tours and hair clubs. But joining Friendster is more like going to a massive party where it's easy to find your crowd. "It's networking in a very fun way," says Engelstein, 38, who is married...
...heads. Where is the difference?" But Khalaf acknowledges that the combination of fundamentalist religion and the concentration of Muslims in Bonn could make the area attractive to a few Islamic radicals. The city now sports a pharmacy where Arabic is spoken, an Arab travel agent that books trips to Mecca and an Arab realtor. "There is an infrastructure here in Bonn that attracts people who want a strong connection to Arab culture," he says. "If you were an Islamic fundamentalist, this is the place you would want to be." Last week, the battle over the King Fahd Academy reached...
...shadow of the imposing facade and trademark golden dome of the Massachusetts State House lies the beloved watering hole of Boston’s most dedicated politicos. The 21st Amendment Bar is a politician’s mecca, and a tribute to every frat boy’s and state senator’s favorite constitutional amendment—the repeal of prohibition. FM decided to introduce a few Harvardians to the new and exciting world of Boston’s political party scene—no, not those parties. Who better to sally forth into this unknown world...
...Having had a foot in Nike and L.A. Gear, Datta, 43, hit the ground running when he opened his own shoe firm in 1996. Global Brand Marketing Inc. (GBMI), where the Indian-born Datta is CEO, last year sold $140 million worth of shoes bearing the Nautica, Diesel and Mecca brands in 130 countries. The company matched those sales again this year--within the first six months. GBMI is reviving the Pony marque and next summer will open four stores to sell its own brand and accompanying accessories, like handbags...
...right, kids. This thrift mecca is not for the faint of heart, but if you grit your teeth, breathe through your mouth and hound around like an airport security pooch, you will come back to Cambridge with cool finds that bring new meaning to the word cheap. Awesome vintage t-shirts are organized by color and go for $1.99. This is the place for DeWolfies to outfit their sweet kitchenettes—glasses and cups are 50 cents, and plates...