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Bob Nadkarni and The MAZE: A Legacy of Art and Jazz in Rio de Janeiro

antonfoek The Visionary Behind The MAZE Bob Nadkarni, a British journalist and filmmaker, moved to Rio de Janeiro over 40 years ago with a dream that extended far beyond his own artistic pursuits. He founded The MAZE not just as his home and art studio but as a cultural beacon in the heart of Catete.…
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Germany-Scotland warming up 14 June 2024

Teenage bagpiper becomes ‘sensation’ in Munich ahead of Scotland match A Scottish teenager has wowed crowds in Germany with a bagpipe performance of songs including Super John McGinn and the German national anthem. Fraser Smith, 17, is among thousands of Scotland fans to have travelled to Germany to support the team on their campaign to…
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QUADRILLE ET DANSES TRADITIONNELLES. Un Film de Eddy OZIER-LAFONTINE

Passion Caraibe And Madi & Kera

QUADRILLE ET DANSES TRADITIONNELLES. Un Film de Eddy OZIER-LAFONTINE antonfoek PASSION CARAIBE AND MADI & KERA. APRES MIDI QUADRILLE AND TRADITIONAL DANCES. A film by Eddy OZIER-LAFONTINE. A half-day devoted to traditional dance. Biguine Mazurka Valse Créole Mérengué Tango and Quadrille, as well as Dj Pascal’s entertainment, and the party lived up to its promise.…
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What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness

What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness

antonfoek What keeps us happy and healthy as we go through life? If you think it’s fame and money, you’re not alone – but, according to psychiatrist Robert Waldinger, you’re mistaken. As the director of a 75-year-old study on adult development, Waldinger has unprecedented access to data on true happiness and satisfaction. In this talk,…
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Michael absorbeert de lessen van de Ajax Challenge

Michael absorbeert de lessen van de Ajax Challenge om droom waarheid te maken:

‘Werken bij de Marechaussee’ antonfoek De deur zwaait open van het klaslokaal naast het oude trainingsveld van Ajax. Het gebouw kijkt uit op het grasveld waar spelers als Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Jari Litmanen en Rafael van der Vaart zich in het zweet werkten. De Johan Cruijff ArenA statig op de achtergrond. In de deuropening staat de…
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President Ibrahim Traoré: A Model of Humility and Service

President Ibrahim Traoré: A Model of Humility and Service

antonfoek In a continent often marred by stories of excess and corruption, President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso stands as a beacon of hope and humility. His decision to forgo a presidential salary and continue his duties as a military commander is not just a personal choice but a powerful statement that resonates with the…
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What were you doing while the forests were burning and the city was drowning?

antonfoek John Goedschalk is the Nature Based Solutions pioneer with over a decade of experience in climate finance, carbon credit development and climate and conservation program design  Amsterdam, June 2, 2024 –In march of 2011, I learnt that climate change was going to make the city of Paramaribo I loved virtually uninhabitable due to increased temperatures…
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Message from the deepest of my soul and heart

Message from the deepest of my soul and heart

Anton JieSamFoek / eyesonsuriname Message from the deepest of my soul and heart to those who mean well with repairing and polishing the country: Being part of the problem is no solution for Suriname. Being part of a productive and creative solution is. Oftewel: Maak geen deel uit van het immens en all-over grote sociaal, financieel,…
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From Colonial Port to Global Financial Hub: The Singapore Success Story

From Colonial Port to Global Financial Hub: The Singapore Success Story

antonfoek 1. Visionary Leadership and Strategic Policies Singapore’s transformation from a humble port city to a global financial powerhouse is a testament to visionary leadership and strategic economic policies. Under the guidance of leaders like Lee Kuan Yew, the city-state focused on education, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellence1. By attracting multinational corporations and fostering…
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Sofrito: A Fiery Jazz Trumpet Journey

“Sofrito”: A Fiery Jazz Trumpet Journey

antonfoek 1. The Solo That Ignites the Stage Yuliesky Gonzalez, a Cuban virtuoso, takes center stage with his trumpet. As the spotlight bathes him in warm hues, he unleashes a torrent of notes that dance between fire and finesse. His fingers fly across the valves, and the audience leans in, captivated by the raw energy…
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