Now back at base camp, the Boukas are undergoing a crucial recovery phase from May 8 to 11, before targeting a summit attempt within a favorable weather window expected between mid-May and the end of the month. ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar, May 13, 2025/ — A new chapter in the history of Malagasy mountaineering is being written…
To reach that goal, many pointed out that women need to occupy more leadership roles in all spheres of society. JUBA, South Sudan, March 14, 2025/ — When South Sudan’s national celebration of International Women’s Day took place in Torit, participants highlighted the importance of freedom of expression and access to education to reach gender…
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Jan. 28, 2025 – Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) is answering the call for a post-championship rest day by introducing “Extra Sunday” on Monday, February 10. With many Americans skipping work the day after the men’s professional American football championship game, Chipotle is stepping in to make the unofficial holiday feel even…
Lupita Nyong’o, the Academy Award-winning actress known for her iconic roles in 12 Years a Slave and Black Panther, recently sat down with Trevor Noah for an insightful conversation on The Daily Show. Their discussion touched on a range of topics, from Lupita’s thoughts on representation in Hollywood to her new ventures and how she’s…
Ontario International (ONT) remains one of the most popular airports on the continent. It is the most trusted of all mid-sized airports, according to J.D. Power’s 2024 North American Airport Satisfaction Survey. The newly released report ranks ONT No. 4 among mid-sized airports for Overall Satisfaction and No. 2 in California among airports of all…
ZANZIBAR, Tanzania — Zanzibar with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) has launched its National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS) as part of its commitment to bolstering public health infrastructure and technical capacities . This plan includes a mandatory $44 insurance for foreign visitors. This comprehensive five-year strategy aims to fortify the island’s…
NBA Africa has selected 10 African startups to pitch their products at a Demo Day in New York City as part of the “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator.” The startups offer innovative solutions in areas such as wearable technology for cashless payments, event registration and ticketing, video gaming, sports scouting, and digital language technology. The winning startups will receive financial support and mentorship to elevate the sports and creative industries in Africa.
Red Lobster is now owned by RL Investor Holdings LLC, an affiliate of Fortress Investment Group and the chain’s major creditors. In the wake of this ownership shift, Damola Adamolekun, a Nigerian native and seasoned industry leader, has been appointed CEO. Adamolekun previously held the top position at P.F. Chang’s from 2020 to 2023, where…
Kenyan athlete Faith Kipyegon breaks 1500 meters world record for the second time during the Diamond League track and field in Paris. Kipyegon, known for her formidable finishing kick, crossed the finish line setting the new record in history by clocking a time of 3:49.04 on Sunday, July 7th in Paris, 0.07sec faster than her…
In honor of Juneteenth, OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the U.S., has launched its inaugural OneLove™ Card TV commercial campaign. This campaign, celebrating the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, emphasizes themes of love, belonging, and freedom. Juneteenth, established as a federal holiday in 2021, marks the liberation…