Eastern Heritage and History Das Fantom: The Untold Story of Major Pete Ortiz, One of WWII’s Most Decorated Marine Officers October 7, 2026 rifanmuazin Germans knew U.S. Marine Pete Ortiz simply as Das Fantom. They had placed a half a million French francs on his head because of his extraordinary and disruptive work in…
Oriental Collectibles and Numismatics All Roads Lead to Netcong: Exploring the History and National Bank of a Northern New Jersey Borough October 7, 2026 rifanmuazin This month, our journey through local history and numismatics brings us to the oddly named town of Netcong in northern New Jersey to explore its fascinating past, its industrial roots,…
Asian Interior Design Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days: The Best Design-Forward Home Finds to Shop Now October 7, 2026 rifanmuazin The calendar has turned to October, and for savvy shoppers, that signals the arrival of one of the most anticipated retail events of the season: Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days.…
Oriental Antiques and Collectibles The Plastic Revolution: How Kartell Redefined Modern Living October 7, 2026 rifanmuazin Kartell is a name synonymous with the bold, the durable, and the visionary. Since its inception in 1949, the Italian manufacturer has achieved a feat few brands can claim: it…
Asian Art and Culture Shaping the Future: V&A East Opens Applications for New Youth Collective October 7, 2026 rifanmuazin The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is calling on the next generation of East London’s creative thinkers to help define the future of its newest cultural landmark. As V&A East…
Oriental Rugs and Carpets J&B Cleaning Service Marks 46 Years of Specialized Rug Restoration and Care in Suffolk County October 6, 2026 rifanmuazin For nearly half a century, the tapestry of Suffolk County’s residential and commercial spaces has been maintained by a local staple that has turned rug care into a specialized science.…
Asian Interior Design Beat the Holiday Rush: Why Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days Is the Perfect Time to Shop October 6, 2026 rifanmuazin As the calendar turns toward the final quarter of the year, the pressure to secure the perfect holiday gifts often begins to mount. However, for savvy shoppers, Amazon’s Prime Big…
Oriental Antiques and Collectibles Plastic Fantastic: The Enduring Legacy and Evolution of Kartell October 6, 2026 rifanmuazin Kartell is a name synonymous with the democratization of high-end design. Instantly recognizable for its bold aesthetic language, structural durability, and—above all—its radical transformation of a once-utilitarian material into an…
Asian Art and Culture V&A East Launches Call for Next Generation of Youth Collective to Shape Future of East London Museums October 6, 2026 rifanmuazin The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is calling for a new cohort of young, creative individuals from East London to join the V&A East Youth Collective, a unique programme designed…
Eastern Philosophy and Spirituality The Pragmatic Path: Nagapriya on Valuing Worldviews Through the Lens of the Dharma October 6, 2026 rifanmuazin In the latest issue of Tricycle: The Buddhist Review, author and teacher Nagapriya offers a concise yet profound meditation on the nature of belief and the utility of perspective in…