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Just the song, but it's a nice clear recording.

Quoted: Jazz icon Louis Armstrong didn't just leave behind a treasure trove of musical recordings; he also documented hundreds of his private conversations on tape. Those recordings served as the basis for Terry Teachout's new biography of the legendary musician, Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong.

Quoted: A gas disaster that happened 25 years ago has not been cleaned up because Dow Chemical has not acknowledged responsibility.

Quoted: "If she hasn’t picked out her wedding band yet, she should check us out on MySpace. We’re called Dragon Myst."

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Putin supports hip-hop culture! :)

Quoted: Russia's Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has taken part in a musical program, which was sponsored by the Russian government to promote healthy life-style among...

Quoted: And at the tables, the meatless menu included a mix of Indian and American favorites, including some African-American standards. Collard greens and curried prawns, chickpeas and okra, nan and cornbread were served to the 320 guests — including some well-known Republicans and prominent Indian-Americans — who started off with arugula from the White House garden and finished up with pumpkin pie tart.

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Quoted: Released in 1991. I always remember those times back in the days. Old school classic.

Quoted: it seems like others have shared an affinity to the format. Last year, London-based Bruno Taylor installed a swing in a bus stop as a way to introduce the element of incidental play into the public space. Yes Duffy of Activist Architecture took a more active role in 2004's Memefest by installing and participating in swings anywhere suspension is available in pedestrian streets.

Quoted: In many ways, art creates an accepted context of exploration for new ideas and experiences. By introducing art installations into public spaces, they not only redefine the space itself, but extend an invitation to the public to participate. And much like playgrounds, these installations can provide an inviting context for exploration while casually redefining the boundaries of experience and participation.