Ancient Persians believed the sky was blue because it reflected a massive sapphire beneath the Earth, giving the stone cosmic symbolism. Kings, priests, and rulers wore sapphires to signal wisdom, ...
Tucked away in Norman, Oklahoma stands a barbecue sanctuary that has captured the hearts and stomachs of locals for generations. Van’s Pig Stand isn’t just serving up smoky delights – it’s delivering ...
Lapina's book, River Snow: Anthology of Ancient Chinese Lyrics, was published in 2024 and quickly garnered several major honors, including the Latvian Poetry Days Award, the Latvian Book Art Award ...