Karate uses punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes, and some open-hand techniques like knife-hands, spear-hands, and palm-heel strikes. A person who practices karate is called a karateka. Karate can be done as an art, a combat sport, or for self-defense. The training for karate is divided into basic or fundamentals, forms, and sparring. There were no competitions for Karate before ... Read More »
When choosing dates it’s best to keep in mind the national bank holidays throughout the year. If you happen to visit during a major holiday or local festival, everything could be affected from museum opening times to hotel availability and pricing to crowds. The holidays can be great fun to experience and truly dive into the local culture, but it’s ... Read More »
TomKat’s obsessively covered divorce was barely official before rumors were already floating around that Cruise was on the market for another Scientology-approved companion. So, here’s a cautionary tale for any young lady considering make a run for Tom, courtesy of Vanity Fair’s Maureen Orth: In late 2004, born Nazanin Boniadi — who has since appeared on General Hospital, How I Met Your ... Read More »
A singer is a person who uses their voice to produce music, typically by singing lyrics or melodies. Singers can perform in a variety of styles, including pop, rock, classical, and jazz. Some singers are also songwriters, who write the lyrics and music to their own songs. The physical act of singing occurs as air passes through the larynx, throat, ... Read More »
Iran’s former crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, has visited the spiritual and administrative heart of the Baha’i community in Haifa, as he wrapped up his five-day trip to Israel. Baha’is in Iran have faced persecution and discrimination since the 1979 Islamic Revolution because of their religious beliefs. Pahlavi, the son of the late Mohammad Reza Shah and an exiled opposition figure ... Read More »
A singer is a person who uses their voice to produce music, typically by singing lyrics or melodies. Singers can perform in a variety of styles, including pop, rock, classical, and jazz. Some singers are also songwriters, who write the lyrics and music to their own songs. The physical act of singing occurs as air passes through the larynx, throat, ... Read More »
The acting profession offers many formats and media types in which to display your performing talent. As an actress, you may be able to work in TV commercials, stage plays, films, live events and more. Understanding what actresses do on a regular basis and what they need to be successful in an acting career can help better prepare you. In ... Read More »
There are many reasons to organise a film screening or community cinema event; from gaining exposure for the film and the filmmaker to creating a unique an immersive experience for film fans. In this guide we’ll take a look at how to organise, promote and host your own film screening alongside some tips on how to make your film event ... Read More »
Founded by Fay Athari, Arta Gallery is an established Canadian art gallery nestled in the heart of Toronto’s Historic Distillery District. This important cultural and artistic centre in Toronto has been home to us since it was established in 2003. Since 2003, we have provided and accessible space for artists to showcase their artworks within the Toronto community, offering an ... Read More »
Khazar Elyassnia is the sister of Nima Momeni, the tech consultant who is accused of stabbing San Francisco, California, tech executive Bob Lee to death. She is married to Dino Elyassnia, a prominent plastic surgeon in the Bay Area. Nima Momeni was accused in the murder by the San Francisco Police Department, which announced his in an April 13, 2023, ... Read More »