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arts-and-culture16 days ago•23 min saved

Philadelphia Marks Coltrane’s Centenary with Concerts and House Restoration

Philadelphia is hosting a week-long series of concerts, talks, and film screenings to mark the 100th anniversary of John Coltrane’s birth. These events highlight his 1950s residency in the city, which shaped his musical evolution. Simultaneously, the restoration of his former home in Strawberry Mansion continues, aiming to create a community cultural center. Additionally, long-lost live recordings known as 'The Tiberi Tapes' are being released for the first time, offering new insights into his improvisational style.

via WHYY|

#arts-and-culture #centenary #jazz-history

world5 months ago•3 min saved

Charles marks Elizabeth II's would-be 100th birthday with a warm tribute

King Charles III paid a tender tribute to his mother Queen Elizabeth II on what would have been her 100th birthday, recalling her warmth and noting that modern times may have troubled her, while the royal family plots centenary engagements and a national memorial in London.

via NBC News|

#centenary #charles-iii #elizabeth-ii

sports3 years ago•4 min saved

"Your Guide to Watching and Enjoying the 24 Hours of Le Mans"

The 24 Hours of Le Mans competitors will not be racing today, as the focus shifts to Centenary celebrations and festivities, including the fan-favorite Drivers' Parade in the Le Mans city center. Support races such as Porsche Carrera Cup, Ferrari Challenge, and Road to Le Mans will take place at the circuit. Other events include the Classic British Welcome, Mulsanne Corner, a Centenary auction, an official ceremony, a Bob Sinclar concert, and a nighttime Centenary show with a fireworks display and a drone show.

via 24 Heures du Mans|

#24-hours-of-le-mans #centenary #drivers-parade

demographics3 years ago•1 min saved

Israel's Population Reaches 10 Million as Nation Celebrates 75th Independence Day Amidst Turmoil and Divisions.

Israel's population has grown twelve-fold since its founding in 1948, with 9.7 million people currently living in the country. Over a quarter of Israelis are children aged 14 or under, while 12% are over the age of 65. The population is expected to reach 11.1 million by 2030 and 15.2 million by Israel's centenary year in 2048. Nearly half of the 3.3 million new immigrants arrived since 1990, and 46% of the world's total Jewish population was living in Israel at the end of 2021.

via The Times of Israel|

#centenary #demographics #immigration