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Culture

Africa Rising Brings Its Runway To D.C.

Nigeria moves to center stage, as the Africa Rising Music and Fashion Festival prepares for its Washington debut. The festival was started as a way to reflect Africa's social, political and economical culture. Journalist Nduka Obaigbena, founder of the festival, and Nigerian fashion icon Fati Mohammed Asibelua discuss Africa Rising.

Africa Rising Brings Its Runway To D.C.

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Wednesday

Art & Design

French Architect Has Designs On Vegas Desert

One of France's most famous architects is making his mark in Paris and other cities, despite his talent for designing buildings that disappear into the landscape. Earlier this year, Jean Nouvel won the Pritzker Prize, architecture's top honor. His next project could take him to Las Vegas.

French Architect Has Designs On Vegas Desert

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Tuesday

Diversions

Cooking Up Characters From Old Grocery Lists

Performance artist Hillary Carlip collects discarded shopping lists. She imagines their authors, transforms herself into them, and goes shopping. In one case, she even created an online dating profile for her character.

Cooking Up Characters From Old Grocery Lists

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Monday

The 'Mad Men' Of Madison Avenue

The second season of AMC's Mad Men kicked off on Sunday. The award-winning drama dives into the hard-drinking, chain-smoking, cut-throat advertising world of Madison Avenue during the 1960s. TV critic Mary McNamara discusses the show, which recently received 16 Emmy nominations.

The 'Mad Men' Of Madison Avenue

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Librarians Harvest New Manga Titles At Comic-Con

Are the shelves at your local library looking more colorful these days? Chalk it up to all the comic books — and the librarians who love them. Over the weekend, librarians mingled with comic enthusiasts at Comic-Con, a massive popular arts convention in San Diego.

Librarians Harvest New Manga Titles At Comic-Con

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Comic Convention Draws Record Crowds

The annual Comic-Con in San Diego drew record numbers of attendees over the weekend, from fans dressed like Darth Vader to Hollywood studio executives in suits. The presence of movie studios and video game companies has grown at the pop culture gathering over the years, as they look to connect even more with loyal legions of fans.

Comic Convention Draws Record Crowds

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Saturday

Election 2008: Congressional & State Races

Brooklyn Race A Generational Battle

A Democratic primary in Brooklyn is turning into a race between the hip hop generation and the gospel generation. Kevin Powell, a former star on MTV's Real World, is trying to unseat 13-term Congressman Ed Towns.

Brooklyn Race A Generational Battle

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National

Museum Celebrates The Harley-Davidson Century

Harley-Davidson is celebrating its 105th anniversary with the opening of a museum in Milwaukee, Wis. But the motorcycle company isn't just looking in the rearview mirror. It's trying to lure new customers to keep its iconic brand alive.

Museum Celebrates The Harley-Davidson Century

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Friday

Comic Robert Smigel, Master Of 'Triumph'

Fresh Air

Triumph the Comic Insult Dog's bark may be worse than his bite: The canine puppet has been mocking Hollywood celebrities for over a decade now. Robert Smigel, Triumph's creator, talks about the furry late-night fixture and his other comedy projects.

Comic Robert Smigel, Master Of 'Triumph'

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Don Rickles, The 'Merchant Of Venom'

Fresh Air

"Hello, dummies!" Top insult comedian Don Rickles is still as sharp as ever. At age 82, he just received his first Emmy nomination for his performance on the HBO special Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project.

Don Rickles, The 'Merchant Of Venom'

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Wednesday

Once Naked For Nirvana, Now A Teen Spirit

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Music Interviews

Once Naked For Nirvana, Now A Teen Spirit

Before he was old enough to say "embarrassing," millions of people saw Spencer Elden in his birthday suit on the cover of Nevermind. As a teenager, he tried to make sense of his very public image.

Once Naked For Nirvana, Now A Teen Spirit

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Movies

Ledger Likely Is A Long Shot For Oscar, Critic Says

The late Heath Ledger gave a brilliant, creepy performance in the new Batman movie, and he's got the sympathy of his industry. But one critic says Hollywood's a tough town when it comes to awarding posthumous Oscars.

Ledger Likely Is A Long Shot For Oscar, Critic Says

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