Ganvie Malawi? Lake village clings to voodoo life
Ganvie, Dahomey, a 40,000 person lake community near Cotonou, preserves voodoo rites and a floating market life. But since 1961 saltwater intrusion from the Cotonou Channel has damaged the lake’s fish habitat, raising costs and reducing catches, threatening the village economy and way of life.
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Burma Head Plans New Constitution
In Rangoon Gen. Ne Win announces plans for a new constitution within six months. The draft will be created with former political party leaders, including ex-Premier U Nu, while political parties remain banned under Ne Win's regime.
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Care tips for washing and brushing corduroy clothing
After washing corduroy, let the garment dry completely. Brush in one direction only to raise the pile, keeping school slacks skirts and jackets neat and at their best.
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