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Khoudia Diop, the “Melanin Goddess”
It wasn’t that long ago that Khoudia Diop was being bullied for her dark complexion; however, this Senegalese model is now breaking the boundaries of beauty and proving that all shades can be wondrous. It doesn’t take long to see why Khoudia Diop, who refers to herself in social media as the “Melanin Goddess,” is making…
King Bhumibol Adulyadej Remembered Through Tattoos
They came by the thousands to gather outside Siriraj Hospital and the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand. Dressed in pink and gold, the colors of health and royalty, they prayed for the recovery of their beloved King. After a lifetime of service, His Majesty Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX of Thailand, was dying. His…
Somalia’s Security Agency Briefly Detains Al Jazeera Reporter
The Al Jazeera news agency reported recently that Somali security forces had arrested U.K. journalist Hamza Muhamed and several colleagues on October 18th, 2016. The authorities released the British reporter by Thursday. Mr. Muhamed, an experienced newsman, has covered developments in the tense East African nation on several occasions for Al Jazeera during the past few…
Kenya Swears in New Chief Justice, David Maraga
The nation of Kenya recently swore in a new Chief Justice. David Maraga, one of three Court of Appeals judges to apply for the position, received approval to serve in the important judicial post. He appeared before the Parliamentary Justice and Legal Affairs Committee earlier this month to respond to questions from legislators considering…
