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To celebrate the 20th anniversary of @JJCaleOfficial and Eric Clapton's 'The Road To Escondido,' an enhanced edition of the album featuring three previously unreleased recordings from the original sessions and three live tracks from 'Live In San Diego' is coming November 20. Available on 180G Rusty Red & Sky Blue vinyl, and CD. Pre-order at the link below. orcd.co/rteee
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Friday's International Day of Non-Violence marks the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, a leader who remained committed to the principle of non-violence, even in the most difficult circumstances. un.org/en/observances/non-vi…
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
@ericclapton played the electric version of “Layla” for the first time in years with Tedeschi Trucks Band at Crossroads Guitar Festival
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Part of a mountain collapsed into a river in Nepal’s Mustang region, after heavy rains triggered deadly flooding and landslides. Authorities are warning of more flash flooding in the country, as river levels continue to rise.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
“Go ahead” @TheRealBuddyGuy Eric Clapton and @JimmieVaughan bringing the blues 🎸 last night at Crossroads Guitar Festival
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Bathroom restrictions are often justified by discipline and classroom management. But children should not be expected to conform at the expense of their rights, dignity and wellbeing. Read more by clicking the link in bio.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
"Asylum is not charity. It is a right, a fundamental human right." At #UNGA, Austrian President @vanderbellen shared a deeply personal call to defend the Refugee Convention, reminding us what is possible when those forced to flee are met with compassion, dignity and safety.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
“Equality is not a dream. It is a decision.” @antonioguterres says despite notable progress, women and girls continue to face discrimination, violence, exclusion and abuse around the world. “This is an outrage – and a profound waste for humanity.” un.org/sg/en/content/sg/stat…
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
“The world does not need a weaker United Nations. It needs a UN strong enough to face the world as it is and determined enough to build the world as it should be.” – @antonioguterres on the indispensable role of the UN to help the world come together to overcome differences.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Have too many reusable shopping bags? Don't toss them. Food pantries, shelters and reuse shops may be able to give your extras another life. And when it comes to the ones you keep, the key is simple: put them somewhere visible and actually reuse them.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
🇳🇱 Netherlands town hosts world's largest dahlia flower parade Spectators watch floats decorated with flowers at the Zundert Flower Parade in the Netherlands. Millions of blooms are attached to giant floats which are transported through the streets by volunteers. Established in 1936, it is the world’s largest parade of dahlia flowers, and one of the largest floral parades in the world.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong performed the Beatles song “Let It Be” on Wednesday during Wong's visit to Thailand.The musical interlude was held during the leaders’ retreat in Bangkok.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Meanwhile, in Bangkok, Thailand’s prime minister sang “Let It Be” and “Blowin’ in the Wind” as Singapore’s prime minister played guitar. #Thailand #Singapore
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Unfortunately, the day, July 18, passed with little notice or remembrance in Jamaica of the life, work or philosophy of Nelson Mandela. Read more: jamaica-gleaner.com/article/…
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Ask an Economist – What is the Difference Between the IMF and World Bank? People often mix up the IMF and World Bank. Our latest Ask an Economist explains the difference in 60 seconds.
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
5 PM AST Thu Aug 27 (Advisory 2) Key Messages for Tropical Storm #Dolly. Latest info: hurricanes.gov 5 PM AST jueves 27 de agosto (Aviso 2) Mensajes clave sobre la tormenta tropical #Dolly. Más información: hurricanes.gov
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Amitabh Sharma | अमिताभ शर्मा retweeted
Footage shows the moment a bridge in Nukawot, Nepal, is washed away after a fatal flash flood and mudslide on the Nepal-Tibet border. More than 150 people have been killed and hundreds more are missing. Live updates: bbc.in/4wNx3tp
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Prayers for Nepal
Surveillance footage captured people running for safety moments before a massive mudslide swept through the Nepal-China border region. At least 95 people have been killed and 403 are missing, including 33 Americans, officials say.
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It is nearing 10 months since #HurricaneMelissa battered #Jamaica, exposing some of the island’s vulnerabilities. But the tragedy also highlighted how, in the midst of a crisis, Jamaicans will rally to help each other. | @UNDPJamaica @UNICEFJamaica @WFP @CVSSJa @cdemacu @UN
It is nearing 10 months since Hurricane Melissa battered western Jamaica, exposing some of the island’s vulnerabilities. But the tragedy also highlighted something else: how, in the midst of a crisis, Jamaicans will rally to help each other. Read more: jamaica-gleaner.com/article/…
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