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New Bhutanese Music Added!
DATE: 05 Nov 2007, 3:05 pm / MOOD: Other
Yet another selection of new Bhutanese songs have been added in our music library. Includes albums like "Perfect Girl", "Drendho", "Lay dhan moenlam","Sem dha sem", "Rewa" etc.. To listen to the songs, click on "Music" on the top menu bar. Hope you all enjoy the latest selection! | Leave A Comment
The History of Valentine's Day
DATE: 12 Feb 2007, 9:17 am / MOOD: In love
Every February 14th, across the world, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine's Day -- and its patron saint -- is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.
One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men -- his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine's actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.
Other stories suggest that Valentine may have been killed for attempting to help Christians escape harsh Roman prisons where they were often beaten and tortured.
According to one legend, Valentine actually sent the first 'valentine' greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- who may have been his jailor's daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed 'From your Valentine,' an expression that is still in use today. Although the truth behind the Valentine legends is murky, the stories certainly emphasize his appeal as a sympathetic, heroic, and, most importantly, romantic figure. It's no surprise that by the Middle Ages, Valentine was one of the most popular saints in England and France.
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C.S.T Convocation
DATE: 29 Dec 2006, 4:45 am / MOOD: Full of life
December 28th,2006 marked the day in the history of Royal University of Bhutan(RUB) when fourty two graduates of College of Science and Technology (formely known as RBIT) were awarded the degree in Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering. The first ever Convocation after the introduction of the University, was presided over by Honourable Vice Chancellor of the RUB as the chief guest. Other dignitaries like,Lam Neten, dasho Drungpa,Drangpon,Directors, and head of the institutes were also present during the celebration. The Vice Chancellor has said that the awarding of the degrees to these fourty two graduates is a dream come true for His Majesty and RUB. He also added that the graduates deserve the degree certificate and it will open the door to the world. The first batch of 18 indigenous engineers graduated on 30th June 2005 and second batch of 24 engineers gradated on 30th June 2006. The convocation celebration was started with chipdrel ceremony and conlcuded by a cultural programme by the students.
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Drinking for Pleasure!!!
DATE: 06 Dec 2006, 10:43 am / MOOD: Drunk
They say drinking is bad for health and I know they are right.. Yet I am here drinking trying to reduce the span of my life... It makes me burn inside and flush my face yet I find comfort and lively in drinking...My brands are from beer to vodka...Sinchang can make up for the desperate situation...when did I ever start drinking?..I know not...may be the reason for drinking was tasting and now I drink for soothing my mind, to overcome stress, forget a pain and relaxation after a tiring work.. But my message to you folks..."Don't drink!!!".. Cheers
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