Rajnii Eddiins is a dynamic spoken word artist — a dynamite MC — a devout lover of children as well as a fervent embracer of positive impactful change for the future.
Son of a poet and revolutionary renaissance woman, Randee Eddins, founder of the African American Writer’s Alliance, he was exposed at an early age to the culture of spoken word. Cultivated in a circle of brilliance, he seeks to deconstruct outdated definitions and reinvigorate the truest sense of our humanity.
His performances fuse hip-hop, poetry, and storytelling into experiences that challenge audiences to think, feel, and act. Drawing from his own journey and the rich tradition of Black oral culture, Rajnii has performed at schools, universities, and cultural events across the country, earning a reputation as one of the most compelling voices of his generation.
He continues to mentor young artists, believing that the next revolution will be spoken — and that every voice deserves to be heard.
Oyoun Village is a luxurious and traditional residential community that blends timeless Arabic architecture with modern features. Located on the outskirts of Al-Ain in the United Arab Emirates, the Village has a vibrant atmosphere where attractive frontages dominate the landscape.
The design philosophy draws on centuries of Emirati building tradition — thick walls that keep interiors cool, shaded courtyards that encourage communal gathering, wind towers that channel desert breezes, and intricate geometric ornamentation that reflects the rich artistic heritage of the Arab world.
Al-Ain itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to ancient falajes (irrigation systems), historic forts, and verdant oases that have sustained human life for thousands of years. Oyoun Village honours this heritage while providing contemporary residents with every modern comfort, creating a living bridge between the deep past and the dynamic present of Arabic culture.
Griot is a beloved traditional Haitian dish — chunks of pork shoulder marinated in citrus and spices, then braised until tender and fried until gloriously crisp. It is almost always served alongside bannann peze (fried plantains) and pikliz, a fiery pickled vegetable relish.
Ingredients
3 lbs shoulder of pork, cut into 1 to 2 inch cubes
½ cup of chopped shallots
1 cup of bitter orange juice (or a mix of lime and orange juice)
½ cup of vegetable oil
1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh thyme sprigs
Method
Combine pork with shallots, citrus juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Transfer everything to a heavy pot, add ½ cup water, and simmer covered until the pork is tender and the liquid has evaporated, about 1 hour. Remove the pork pieces and fry in vegetable oil over medium-high heat until deeply golden and crisp on all sides. Drain and serve immediately with fried plantains and pikliz.
Considered the greatest Mexican painter of the twentieth century, Diego Rivera had a profound effect on the international art world. Among his many contributions, Rivera is credited with the reintroduction of fresco painting into modern art and architecture.
His radical political views and tempestuous romance with the painter Frida Kahlo were then, and remain today, a source of public intrigue. In a series of visits to America, from 1930 to 1940, Rivera brought his unique vision to public spaces and galleries, enlightening and inspiring artists and laymen alike.
Rivera’s monumental murals can be found in Mexico City, San Francisco, Detroit, and New York. His work celebrated the lives of ordinary workers and indigenous people, weaving history, mythology, and politics into vivid large-scale compositions that continue to resonate with audiences around the world.
The first Filipino community in the United States found its home in the bayous and marshes outside New Orleans, Louisiana. The earliest settlement known was founded around 1765. These Filipino pioneers thought that the swamps of New Orleans gave them safe haven from the Spaniards. They became known as the Manila Men who lived in stilt houses built above the water.
Over generations, the Manila Men developed a thriving fishing and shrimping trade, supplying seafood to the city of New Orleans. Their settlements, known as “Filipino Villages,” represented the first permanent Asian settlement in North America. The community maintained strong ties to Filipino culture while also integrating into the unique Creole culture of Louisiana.
Their legacy is a powerful reminder of the deep and often overlooked contributions of Asian Americans to the founding fabric of the United States.
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