Donald Trump spent years trying to prove that Barack Obama was not fit, nor qualified to be President of the United States. From his incessant desire to see Barack’s official birth certificate, to his blatant disrespect throughout his campaign trail, Trump finally met Barack Obama for the first time and it was awkward. The Initial…
If you thought Donald and Barack’s ill-at-ease handshake, lack of eye contact, and sourpuss faces were not awkward enough, then what about Melania and Michelle? These two also held their first-time meeting on Thursday at the traditional tea between the incoming and outgoing First Ladies. Of course we all know how Melania was accused of…
It’s been two days now since the announcement of Donald Trump as President of the United States of America, and emotions are still running as high as ever. Some people are cheering, hoping for a brighter future while others are crying and worried, wondering how to tell their children how this could have happened. Many…
After losing the presidential bid against Barack Obama, Hillary Rodham Clinton didn’t tuck her tail and run. Instead she stepped up and swallowed her pride. Shortly after winning the presidency, Barack Obama offered Clinton a seat by his side, as Secretary of State. This moment was to be the mark of a long and prosperous…
It’s been eight years now that America has had an African-American President. So how has Obama’s presidency affected the US and race relations? Some say that the country is more divided now than ever; others believe that the Obama administration ushered in a new era of racial acceptance. Has the Clock Been Turned Back?…
After pursuing her career in law, Hillary Rodham Clinton set her eyes on a bigger arena–the U.S. Senate. The career shift happened in late 1998 when New York’s Senate member, Daniel Patrick Moynihan, announced his retirement. Clinton drew support from several prominent Democratic figures who encouraged her to run for the seat, and in…
While it’s about time that the United States caught up with the rest of the world when it comes to women leaders, the nation will now have to wait at least another four years before that glass ceiling may be broken. Although Hillary Clinton delivered an impressive list of achievements over the years, she wasn’t…
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Bebi Philip’s real name is N’guessan Bebi Philippe Amessan. Philip, who is also known as Koro Bebi or BBP, was born on May 18, 1988, in Treichville , Abidjan in the Lagunes region of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Also a composer, musical arranger and television personality, he was born to…
The day millions of people around the country and globe have been waiting for: Tuesday November 8, 2016. With a strong turnout in key states, early voting records, and Trump throwing some last-minute jabs to sway the voters count to his camp, Election Day 2016 was anything but a normal Tuesday. White Voters Missing…
Many Democrats are wondering how Trump actually won the Presidency of the United States. While most people who did not support Trump are still in shock, tactically speaking, Trump was able to win over the voters he needed to secure the win. Here’s a breakdown of how America voted across the region. Dominated Battle…
Nnedi Okorafor’s fantasy novel, Who Fears Death, has been captivating readers since its release in 2010. Now, its reach will expand even further with an adaptation for television. The novel is being produced for HBO by none other than George R.R. Martin, the creator of Game of Thrones. Who Fears Death is a contemporary take…
The epidemic of HIV has been a scourge around the world for decades. Since the 1980s, there have been many advancements in treatment options. With treatment, the virus is no longer a death sentence. However, the majority of HIV sufferers around the world have not been able to access these expensive, life-changing medications. We have…
For many people, the archetype of African tourism has been the European model of the “safari.” Tourists come from distant lands, perhaps escaping the boreal winter, and bring hard currency and fuzzy preconceptions. They are seeking a once-in-lifetime experience, provided by a tourist industry that now employs about 7% of the Continent’s workforce. A quietly…
Not satisfied with revolutionizing the space and automotive industries, SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk also has his sights set on completely transforming long-distance travel. Recently, the entrepreneur tempted the world with a tantalizing glimpse into the future when he announced on Twitter that another one of his business ventures, The Boring Company, had received…
