As Hillary Clinton continues to pull ahead in the polls, rival Donald Trump continues to tank. More than thirty points separate Trump from his opponent and he’s not helping himself move up with his continued battle with the media and constant backpedaling from his off-the-hip statements. Politico covered Trump’s most recent comments about the…
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…
Uber, the personal transportation service that seems to attract controversy in just about every country it enters, has named a new Chief Brand Officer who could possibly turn things around for the company’s battered image. Bozoma Saint John, one of the most respected names in marketing and branding, has stepped down from her incredibly successful…
Let’s be honest; there’s been a true lack of diversity in the fashion industry, so when talented African stars get their due, it’s important to recognize the milestones and see who’s making headlines. Congratulations are going out to Ghana’s Edward Enninful, a creative genius who developed his fashion brilliance at the young age of 18. That’s…
Education is something that can almost be taken for granted in many parts of the world; unfortunately, this cannot be said for each and every nation that forms part of Africa. For various reasons, basic and compulsory education for children in several African countries cannot be taken for granted; even when there is a strong…
On Friday night, Marvel released the first trailer for the widely anticipated Black Panther film. As expected, it features stunning cinematography, epic action scenes, and some great music. The action flick stars Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa, the Black Panther. There is also a seriously star-studded ensemble cast, including: Michael B. Jordan, Sterling K. Brown, Lupita Nyong’o, Forest Whitaker, Danai…
