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From getting recognition at the Annie Awards to the British Academy Film Awards, here are African content making waves internationally.
South Africa is one of the hardest-hit countries in Africa with over 740,000 infections.
The country recorded 60 more virus-related deaths on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 20,011.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Researchers at Oxford University in Great Britain noted that first-time diagnosis of anxiety, depression, and insomnia increased two-fold in patients after they’ve recovered from COVID. Further, they discovered that COVID survivors also found significantly higher risks of dementia.
[Nairobi News] 'The Letter,' by producer-director duo Christopher King and Maia Lekow has been selected by the Kenya Film Commission to represent the country in the foreign language category of the 2021 Oscars.
Did you know that most of Kappa Alpha Psi's founders served in the US military during WWI? It's true. Of the ten men who founded the fraternity, seven of them served in WWI as their young fraternity was growing. We at Watch The Yard reached out to Kevin Scott, the fraternity's official Historian and created […]
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MUMBAI, India - Joe Biden's Twitter account got a sizable boost beginning in August from tens of thousands of fake followers purchased on the open market from troll farms in rural India, an investigation has [...]
The Africa-America Institute (AAI) is hosting its 6th Annual State of Education on Africa Conference (SOE) on Friday, November 13th, 2020 and will examine issues that are very important to the education agenda for Detroit and children generally. The theme for this 6th annual conference is “Teaching Africa:” A 21st Century, Anti-racist Agenda that Promotes … Continued
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After days of counting in Georgia, Pennsylvania, Nevada and Arizona, President Obama’s former Vice President, Joe Biden, and California Senator, Kamala Harris, won the 2020 race for the White House. News of their victory sparked spontaneous celebrations around the country. In Washington, DC, Philadelphia, New York and Atlanta people took to the streets on foot and in cars in celebration … Continue reading \"Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Defeat Trump and Change History\"
The post ‘Insecure’ Star Sarunas J. Jackson Launches Erotic Audio Series appeared first on Essence.
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - After a 15-year effort by his family and members of Congress, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed a bill authorizing a posthumous Medal of Honor for U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Alwyn Cashe. Introduced by U.S. Reps. Stephanie Murphy (D-Fla.), Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) and Michael Waltz (R-Fla.), the bill waives a […]
The Veteran’s Council of Chatham County announced Jimmy Ray as Veteran of the Year. The Chatham County Commissioners presented a proclamation to Ray during their regular meeting held on Friday, November 6. Ray is a past commander of American Legion Chatham post 36. He was instrumental in the fundraising and construction of the World War II Memorial on River Street. … Continue reading \"Veteran’s Council Names Veteran of the Year and Parade Grand Marshal\"
With rumours abound that lockdown restrictions could be tightened in South Africa, Professor Salim Abdool Karim has given his take on any potential changes.
All signs are pointing to Jay-Z's agency empire adding a notable name to its already impressive roster. It seems Christina Aguilera will soon be representing the Roc. As spotted on Page Six the 'Loyal Brave True' singer might be in the midst of making a power move. According to the celebrity gossip magazine Roc Nation now […]
Mongameli Bobani has died on Wednesday evening, his attorney confirmed. The UDM councillor - and one-time mayor in NMB - leaves a colourful legacy.
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Sierra Leone Telegraph: 11 November 2020: On November 19th 2020, the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2021), will present an expert panel discussion focused on African Fashion: The Journey to the Global Market. This online event, designed for the emerging African Fashion sector is part of a series of digital events supporting [Read More]
Africa’s first COVID-designed dining experience has arrived and can be found in the heart of Cape Town.
[Nairobi News] Peter Tabichi, the Nakuru based teacher who won the Global Teacher Prize last year, has bagged yet another international award.
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - After a 15-year effort by his family and members of Congress, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed a bill authorizing a posthumous Medal of Honor for U.S. Army Sgt. First Class [...]
By MARY ESCH Associated Press ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A new research paper takes a swipe at the popular image of Alexander Hamilton as the abolitionist founding father, citing evidence he was a slave trader and owner himself. 'Not only did Alexander Hamilton enslave people, but his involvement in the institution of slavery was essential to his identity, both personally and professionally,' Jessie Serfilippi, an interpreter at a New York state historic site, wrote in a paper published last month. Hamilton is almost universally depicted as an abolitionist in popular modern works, from Ron Chernow's 2004 biography, 'Hamilton,' to Lin-Manuel […]
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William Wilson Cooke was the first African American man employed to the office of the supervising architect at the United States Treasury Department. After passing a three-day federal civil service examination in Boston, he was hired in 1907. Cooke was born on December 27, 1871 in Greenville, South Carolina. He was the son of former […]
By DEE-ANN DURBIN and DAVID KOENIG AP Business Writers Brian Contreras represents the worst fears of the lucrative business travel industry. A partner account executive at a U.S. tech firm, Contreras was used to traveling frequently for his company. But nine months into the pandemic, he and thousands of others are working from home and dialing into video conferences instead of boarding planes. Contreras manages his North American accounts from Sacramento, California and doesn't expect to travel for work until the middle of next year. Even then, he's not sure how much he will need to. 'Maybe it's just the […]
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So you couldn't catch the latest episode of Skeem Saam? Don't worry, we've got you covered. Be warned of spoilers!
By CHRISTINA A. CASSIDY, ANTHONY IZAGUIRRE and JULIE CARR SMYTH Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — The 2020 election unfolded smoothly across the country and without any widespread irregularities, according to state officials and election experts, a stark contrast to the baseless claims of fraud being leveled by President Donald Trump following his defeat. Election experts said the large increase in advance voting — 107 million people voting early in person and by mail — helped take pressure off Election Day operations. There were also no incidents of violence at the polls or voter intimidation. 'The 2020 general election was one […]
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The 'Small Axe' films share the real-life experiences of London’s West Indian community during the tumultuous era from 1969 to 1982.
After George Floyd’s death, many athletes and sports leagues pushed back more forcefully against the president’s demand for standing during the national anthem, and he shifted away from the issue.
