A UNESCO panel backed Italy’s bid, recognising Italian cuisine as a social ritual that binds families, communities. Italian cuisine, long cherished for its deep regional traditions, has been officially recognised by UNESCO as an “intangible cultural heritage” – a designation the country hopes will elevate its global prestige and draw more visitors. “We are the […]
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A look at the demolished White House movie theater’s cultural history : NPR
Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama wear 3-D glasses during a Super Bowl party in the White House Family Theater in 2009. The White House/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption The White House/Getty Images It was, on occasion, used by presidents to rehearse important speeches such as the State of the Union […]