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Afghans Flock to First Coffee Shop in Kandahar

"The success of Kandahar's first – and only – cafe is a reminder that amid images of soldiers, bombs and Humvees, Afghanistan is still a place where many people mostly want to get on with life, perhaps over a game of snooker and a soda." (Christian Science Monitor)

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Return of Looted Art Brings Hope to War-Weary Afghanistan

Visit a new exhibition in Kabul and see a selection of some 2,000 Afghan artifacts which were illegally smuggled out of the country during three decades of conflict and civil war, treasures altogether weighing 3.5 tons.

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‘Play Music On The Porch Day' Builds Musical Community Worldwide

The people of Instagram got groovy this weekend for a holiday based around playing music on the porch to celebrate backyard musicians from around the world.

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"Look At The Stars, Man"…The Encounter That Inspired An Iconic Song

A chance encounter at a bed and breakfast led me to uncover the story behind the lyrics of one of the most iconic songs of a generation.

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Town Lights Up the Night With River of Light

Saturday night in a tiny town in Central Vermont, hundreds of children and artists of all ages will be aglow in a beautiful December ritual, The River of Light Lantern Parade. Every year at the beginning of December when the nights begin to darken and the cold sets in, the people of Waterbury, Vermont carry illuminated hand-made lanterns in a magical procession through town.

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Artist Turns Weapons of War Into Tools For Spreading Serenity (LOOK)

In Mexico's deadliest city, an artist traded gift certificates for guns, then melted down those 1,500 weapons to create shovels for planting trees.

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'Leaked' Muppets Video Announces Return to Prime Time TV (WATCH)

All your favorite characters are back in "The Muppets 2015", which explores the relationships of the puppets behind-the-scenes of a late-night talk show.

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Toronto Thrill Seekers Can Walk on Building's Edge 116 Stories Up

EdgeWalk at the CN Tower, has become Toronto's most extreme attraction. Thrill lovers will walk on the edge of one of the world's tallest buildings -- 116 stories high above the ground. Visitors will walk with a guide, in groups of six, while attached to an overhead safety rail via a trolley and harness system.