A recent study published in Ecology and Evolution showed that the DNA of Namibian desert elephants is the same as elephants in the Namibian savanna. Since these two groups of elephants act so differently from one another, it was assumed for years that they were totally separate elephant groups. This study both demolishes that old…
The popularity of rugby in Kenya is quickly beginning to gain momentum. Many new fans are flocking to the sport in support of one of the world’s strongest African teams to date. The history of rugby in Kenya is one of both simplicity and complex sports history. Many factors are meshed together to create what…
Allyson Felix opened up about Shaunae Miller’s infamous Bahamian dive that resulted in the American runner losing the gold medal in the 400m race. Felix had maintained an excellent pace and was closing in on the last few feet when Miller won the gold by diving to the finish line. During her spotlight on the…
As the world continues to struggle with gender and sexuality, one aspect that is under fire is the Olympic Games and how this topic affects both the athletes competing, and the “unfair” advantage some athletes have over others due to the nature of their natural bodies. One name in particular has been causing a stir: …
Hillary Clinton is pulling ahead in the polls with the most recent count showing her as being some thirty points ahead of Trump. Battling key states, both candidates are chomping at the bit to bring out the voters and claim their count. However, with Trump continuing to fall from grace, Clinton has taken full…
As athletes around the world stretched their legs, warmed up their calves, and took their positions, Monday’s competitions were full of fast-paced races and heart-warming wins. Whether fans were rooting for their favorite runner to sail past the hurdles or to sprint towards the winning line at the 400m race, Day 10 was one for…
Cécile Kashetu Kyenge is the first black minister elected into the Italian government. This makes Kyenge the first person who was born in the Congo to ever rise to a high-level position in Italian politics. She served as the Minister of Integration between 2013-2014, and now serves as a member of the European Parliament. Although…
Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are working on new form of cancer test that may soon be able to save millions of lives by detecting up to five different types of cancer. If successful, the test could simplify the diagnostic process. Currently, different tests are necessary to detect different types of tumors.…
In spite of a scary fall, Great Britain’s Mo Farah took the gold once again in the 10,000m event. As a runner, the most important thing to do is to keep up your speed and momentum. One can only imagine that Farah saw his career and Olympic dream flash before his eyes when he…
With the 2016 Rio Olympics in full swing, track and field athletes are running their hearts out trying to win the gold medal. As the 400, 100 and 1500m races are underway, here is a snapshot of who came out on top: A New World Record for Men’s 400m In a race dominated…
It’s not the first time NBA star LeBron James has spoken out about racism. He’s used his platform to talk about the deaths of young black men like Trayvon Martin and Eric Garner, voiced respect for Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protests, and commented on racist statements made within the NBA. Now, he’s speaking up…
English artist Damien Hirst is in hot water for cultural appropriation at this year’s Venice Biennale. His exhibit includes a golden head that mimics the work of artists from Ile-Ife, Nigeria. This is particularly remarkable given that this is a hugely important year for Nigeria, with artists representing their country at a national pavilion for the…
While American tech giants such as Apple, Google and PayPal compete and fail to agree on the standards for digital wallets, a financial technology platform proudly developed in Africa is set to expand across the Continent. Safaricom, the Kenyan wireless services company that operates the M-Pesa network, recently issued a major corporate announcement. Vodacom, a South…
The glamorous stage where the English National Ballet performs is worlds away from the grinding poverty of the Kuwinda slum in Kenya. Yet that stage appears to be where one former Kuwinda resident is destined to be seen. Sixteen-year-old Joel Kioko is a phenomenon in the ballet world. Like many male dancers, he came to…
