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Beyond Stamps: The Philatelist's Pursuit of Postal Gems Stamp collecting, or philately, has long been a cherished hobby with a rich history. This post explores the enchanting world of philately, delving into the beauty of postage stamps, rare postal covers, and the global stories they tell. Join us in uncovering the artistry and cultural significance embedded in stamps, and discover why philatelists are drawn to the pursuit of these miniature works of art.

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Museums to close exhibits featuring Native American artifacts, as new federal regulations take effect CNN~ The American Museum of Natural History in New York and other museums across the United States are closing or adapting exhibits featuring Native American objects, in response to new regulations from the Biden administration. The regulations, which went into effect on January 12, require museums and federal agencies to consult and obtain informed consent from descendants, tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations before displaying or researching human remains or cultural items, according to the Department of the Interior. The rules aim to provide updated guidelines for the implementation of the 1990 Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act – or NAGPRA – a federal law requiring the identification and repatriation of Indigenous remains. The goal is to speed up the process of returning Native American remains, objects of cultural patrimony, funerary objects and other sacred items to tribes, the Department of the Interior said. https://lnkd.in/emJeFDGC

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This chapter focuses on “aesthetic play” and the “theatre of the (un)real” as characteristics of an arts-based methodology that experiments with the limitations of “faithful” representation and looks to fiction to examine what is most “real” in the lives of young people and their relationships to place.

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Discover and learn about the life and artwork of Caravaggio! A new book explores the master painter's life and works, providing readers great details and a window into understanding his art. https://lnkd.in/eSa-eZWx