Word: sacredness
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Many of the objects the museum possesses are not just objects. Some are regarded by Native Americans as living, spirit-infused things. The museum has even trained the staff to accommodate visitors who decide to make spur-of-the-moment offerings. It has also returned more than 2,000 sacred...
It is the essence of American democracy: every U.S. citizen over 18, except for prisoners and, in some states, ex-cons, can register to vote for the next President. But while many Americans don't take the obligation seriously - only about 70% even bother to register and just half of...
The 14-hectare platform atop the Temple Mount is so freighted with history and legend, it's a wonder the walls can bear the weight. Jews believe that at its center is the rock on which Abraham bound Isaac. Christians believe that at its southern end, Jesus overturned the tables...
Gunther Verheugen, Europe's Commissioner for Enlargement, swung through Turkey last week before completing his recommendation on whether the E.U. should start membership negotiations with the largely Muslim country. The plan was to display pro-European values - until Turkish domestic politics seeped through. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced he...
Come on, people - you don't have to be an olympic gymnast to master this move. My 10-month-old daughter, Coralia, has it down cold. Step One: Stand up. Step Two: Bring your open palms together with as much force as possible. Step Three: Yell, "Bravo Hellas!" Give the...