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125 Famous Dalai Lama Quotes to Change Your Life - Parade Magazine

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Known for his wise words about all aspects of life, the Dalai Lama has become one of the most beloved and significant spiritual leaders in this recent century. Full of inspiration and compassion, he has devoted his life to promoting world peace and building bridges between dividing countries and environmental causes. If you could use a little nugget of advice to meditate or sit with, take a peek at these Dalai Lama quotes on how to live your best life mindfully and peacefully. Need some more wisdom from His Holiness? Be sure to check out his bestselling books like A Simple Path and The Little Book of Wisdom . Dalai Lama Quotes 1. "Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality." 2. "Once a year, go somewhere you've never been before." 3. "We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection." 4. "Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively." 5. "Although you may not always be a

Life of Brian: The most blasphemous film ever? - BBC News

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Forty years after Life of Brian was first released, Nicholas Barber looks at why the Monty Python film was banned – and went on to become a box office hit. It may not be true that all publicity is good publicity, but in the case of Monty Python's Life of Brian, which was released 40 years ago, some of the bad publicity was heaven-sent. The comedy team's irreverent Biblical romp had been due to open on 200 screens across the US, but after various religious groups protested against it, the number of screens was tripled. "They actually made me rich," said John Cleese of the protesters on one American talk show. "I feel we should send them a crate of champagne or something." More like this: - The subversive messages hidden in The Wizard of Oz - The greatest film never made? - The films that defined Generation X The idea for Life of Brian came about when the team was promoting its previous film, Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Eric Idle joked that their next

Native Voices Tell The Story Of 'Reservation Dogs' : Pop Culture Happy Hour - NPR

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Enlarge this image Paulina Alexis, Devery Jacobs, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai and Lane Factor in Reservation Dogs . Shane Brown/FX Shane Brown/FX The new series Reservation Dogs follows four Indigenous teenagers who live in Oklahoma, but are scheming and saving to get to California. It's a loose and dry-witted comedy that has notes of countless teenager hangout stories. And it's made by an entirely Indigenous group of writers, directors, and actors, who bring a level of detail and specificity to these kids and their experience that American television has practically never had. Th

To Sleep in a Sea of Stars' is an Action-Packed, Otherworldly Adventure' | Arts - Harvard Crimson

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"To Sleep in a Sea of Stars," the first adult book of YA genre powerhouse Christopher Paolini (author of the "Eragon" series), is a captivating tale of space exploration, human curiosity, and love in its many forms. This epic adventure follows xenobiologist Kira Navárez, who on a routine survey mission makes an alien discovery that leads to the loss of her team. Stranded in space, Kira teams up with a band of unlikely heroes to save the universe from interstellar war with her new alien technology. The novel follows her journey through the galaxies to find answers, battle enemies, and facilitate peace in the known (and unknown) universe. One of the standout features of this novel is the detail and care that Paolini puts into the world of the novel. This is a futuristic sci-fi, which takes place some 200-plus years in the future, with highly advanced technology. Paolini expertly toes the line between accessibility and specificity. There are no questions left unanswere

25 Quotes That Virgo Zodiac Signs Can Totally Relate To - Bustle

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Virgo zodiac signs are down-to-earth, analytical, and service-oriented. While Virgo season only lasts from about Aug. 23 through Sept. 22, we can benefit from aligning with this altruistic and practical-minded energy all year round. If you have a lot of Virgo placements in your own birth chart, then it's even more important to understand (and celebrate!) the zodiac sign traits associated with this astrological archetype. Virgo is the zodiac's resident mutable earth sign, and it's represented by the symbol of the maiden. Being ruled by the element of earth makes Virgos pragmatic, sensible, and grounded, while their mutable modality allows them to stay organized as they adapt to any situation. As the sign that corresponds with the sixth house of the zodiac, Virgo zodiac energy is also associated with wellness, work habits, and our daily routines. That's why Virgos tend to be so good at managing their schedules and staying on top of their chores. Of course, as is true of a

50 Famous & Inspirational Jay Sean Quotes (2021) - Wealthy Gorilla

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Which are your favorite Jay Sean quotes? Jay Sean is a British singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is best known for his hits 'Eyes on You' and 'Stolen'. Throughout his music career, Sean has amassed a string of accolades including several 'UK Asian Music Awards (AMAs)', 'MTV Russia Music Awards', as well as 'UK Urban Music Awards'. Sean jump-started his career when he performed in one of the most prestigious music events in the UK, the 'Asian Underground', as a member of the British-Indian music group 'Richi Rich Project'. Together Sean pioneered a fusion of upbeat Punjabi-influenced music genre known as 'Bhangra' with R&B which got Sean worldwide recognition. His American debut single 'Down' notably topped the 'Billboard Hot 100', making him the first solo artist of South Asian origin to top the well-known chart. Here's a collection of the most inspirational Jay Sean quotes: 50 Famous

This Week in Mets Quotes: The Mets are dead, long live the Mets - Amazin' Avenue

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Really fun week to be a Mets fan, Mets didn't play any games due to the deserved Mets Hall of Fame ceremony for the 2021 class. "I didn't really realize until I got the call that I was going in the Hall of Fame last year that I do have a place here, a place of history in this organization. I have a place in the history of this organization. You don't think about things like that. You don't think about legacies or any of that stuff while you're living your life. But when something like that happens, it really makes me sit back and say, 'Wow, I'm really honored that they would think of me in that way.'" -Ron Darling [MLB] "I was waiting one year for this moment. When you hear news like that, tears came to my eyes. My wife, she was worried about me. She said, 'Did something happen?' I said, 'No, don't worry, something good happened!'" -Edgardo Alfonzo [MLB] "I feel like I'm more of a big deal now at 71

Tom Holland's Newest Movie Is Finally Streaming - ComicBook.com

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If you're getting excited about Spider-Man: No Way Home , and just need some more Tom Holland in your life to help hold you over until December, you're officially in luck. The newest movie starring Holland is finally available to stream without purchasing or renting. The movie in question is Chaos Walking , which was released earlier, and it was added to the Hulu streaming lineup on Friday morning. Chaos Walking is one of two Tom Holland movies to debut in 2021, along with Apple TV's Cherry . Holland stars in Chaos Walking as a young man named Todd, who lives in a world where there are only men and everyone's thoughts are projected out loud around them. He soon runs into the first woman he's ever seen, played by Star Wars star Daisy Ridley, and they have to outrun the dangerous men pursuing them. There hasn't been a lot of fanfare about Chaos Walking making its way to Hulu, even though it was one of the first big budget movies to hit theaters and VOD earlier

100 Touching Mother Teresa Quotes — Famous Mother Teresa Quotes & Sayings - Parade Magazine

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There's no denying it: Mother Teresa was an inspiration and light for countless people thanks to her big heart and dedication to helping those in need. She always seemed to know what to say to help encourage others to see the good in the world. That's why we rounded up 100 of the best Mother Teresa quotes of all time—to keep you inspired, motivated and to see the world through the eyes of love. She's famous for having said plenty of Mother Teresa quotes about love, happiness, faith, kindness, relationships and other areas of life. Each one will make you think and some of Mother Teresa's famous quotes may even teach you a lesson. After reading through them, you'll understand why she is admired by so many and you'll find yourself appreciating life more.   So what are you waiting for? Check out all 100 of the best Mother Teresa quotes and sayings below. Mother Teresa Quotes   1. "Peace begins with a smile." 2. "We fear the future b

The Polarized Publishing World - The New York Times

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Political books can be fraught for big publishing houses, but the rewards often outweigh the risks. For a snapshot of how politically polarized the country has become, consider the best-seller list in this Sunday's New York Times. Political books hold the top five spots on the hardcover nonfiction list, but they offer wildly divergent views. No. 1 on the list is "American Marxism" by the Fox News host Mark Levin, which argues that liberals, including President Biden, are advancing a socialist agenda. Two titles that follow present sharply critical views of the Trump administration: "Here, Right Matters," a memoir by Alexander Vindman, the retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel who had a role in Trump's first impeachment; and "I Alone Can Fix It," an explosive account of Trump's last year in office by the Washington Post reporters Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker. Next come books by the conservative media stars Ben Shapiro and Jesse Watters. "