Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is an annual celebration of African-American culture from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a communal feast called Karamu, usually on the sixth day.
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Sunday, January 18, 2026
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The Mekong River: South East Asia’s Longest River
The Mekong River is the longest river in Southeast Asia, the 7th longest in Asia, and the 12th longest in the world. It has a length of about 2,700 miles (4,350 km).
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The French in Indochina
The territories now known as Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam were united under the colonial administration of French Indochina (Indochine Franchaise ) from 1887 until its dissolution after World War II and the subsequent First Indochina War.
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Manifest Destiny: The American Way?
Manifest destiny was the expansionist belief in the 19th-century United States that American settlers were destined to expand westward across North America, and that this belief was both obvious (“manifest”) and certain (“destiny”).
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Vientiane: Capital of Laos
Vientiane is the capital city of Laos, known for its laid-back atmosphere, French colonial architecture, and rich cultural heritage.
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