The withdrawal of support by two key Republican Senators for the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA) has effectively sealed the fate of the partisan effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as Obamacare. Aside from being a political embarrassment for the Grand Old Party and for the Trump administration, Congress and healthcare…
Millions of families regularly enjoy a box of macaroni and cheese. This convenient food is ready to eat in minutes thanks to its cheese powder, and children everywhere love it. However, a new study is calling into question the safety of that mac and cheese and other products. The study was ordered by environmental groups…
In a bid to improve road safety and crack down on dangerous drivers, the Kenyan government recently announced plans to begin rolling out a new digital driver’s license program. By using these new smart driving licenses, Director General of the National Transport and Safety Authority Francis Meja stated that officials would now be able to…
The band Sauti Sol is not only a sensation at home in Kenya, but they have also slowly gained a global following. Sauti Sol started as an acapella group with vocalists Bien-Aimé Baraza, Willis Chimano, and Savara Mudigi. When guitarist Polycarp Otieno joined them, they became the band they are today with vocals, guitars, saxophone,…
In a shocking upset, Venus Williams has lost the Wimbledon Ladies’ finals to Garbiñe Muguruza Blanco. Sports journalists have piled on to analyze the loss, to such an extent that Muguruza’s win is treated almost as an afterthought. Notably, Muguruza has not only won the 2017 Wimbledon Rosewater Dish, she is also the first player…
With attendance records and a classic showdown between Kenya and Ethiopia in the middle and long distance events, the final Under 18 World Championships of the International Association of Athletics Federation came to an end at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi. This was the last U18 World Championships event for the IAAF, which is moving to…
The Russia scandal that has been threatening to envelop the Trump presidency since his inauguration now appears on the verge of turning into a full-blown crisis after more details have emerged about the meeting between Donald Trump Jr. and a Russian lawyer last summer. After continually decrying the investigation into possible collusion between Russia and…
It’s been a tough month for the Beyhive, all desperately eager to see and hear from their Queen. Finally, the wait is over. Beyoncé is back in the spotlight and as fabulous as ever. Queen Bey is known for setting high standards the rest of us mere mortals could never reach. Her epic pregnancy photos…
Have you missed seeing Tamron Hall on your television screen? The sting of her absence is about to be soothed. The MSNBC and Today Show alum will soon be gracing the small screen daily once again, thanks to a partnership deal with Weinstein TV. Hall worked as an anchor on MSNBC for several years before…
On July 18, the world will remember the legacy of Nelson Mandela, one of the most important and charismatic leaders in history. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was more than just a statesman; he was an African man who stood up for his people in the name of freedom, fairness and peace. Although he spent a great…
On November 24, the day following the traditional Thanksgiving celebration among American families, shoppers across the US will engage in a shopping extravaganza that some people consider a perfect example of a society in decline. Black Friday is an ode to consumerism expressed by incredible discounts, particularly on electronics and popular toys, that many people…
As the French like to say, “Ooh la la.” Superstar Rihanna graced three Vogue Paris covers for the December 2017/January 2018 issue including serving as a guest editor. Now, that’s major beauty domination for the Barbadian native who also possesses strong talents in fashion, makeup and acting at the young age of 29. According to…
Thanksgiving is one of our most meaningful holidays. The day is about gratitude and family. Many people travel home to spend time with family while others celebrate “Friendsgiving.” Thanksgiving is usually centered around food and for many, the day is also about football. In many African-American communities, Thanksgiving food goes beyond just the traditional turkey.…
The 1993 Disney film Cool Runnings, starring the legendary Canadian comedic actor John Candy, told the curious story about the national bobsled team of Jamaica and the squad’s unlikely appearance in the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Although the premise of Cool Runnings was based on the oddity of a bobsled—or bobsleigh—squad hailing from a Caribbean…
