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The Outfit Made of Condoms Nobody Saw at Miss Universe 2024

The Congolese organizer used the event as an opportunity to send an important message about sexual health with an outfit made of new and used condoms.
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350.org Responds to President Joe Biden’s Speech at COP27

U.S. President Joe Biden gave a speech at COP27 where he announced U.S. initiatives and global commitments, including commitments to supporting adaptation in specific Global South regions, including across Africa and the Pacific Islands.
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Civil Society Groups React to U.S. Backing of African Oil Pipeline EACOP, Which Could Force 100,000 People From Their Lands

Climate change organization 350.org and BankTrack are reacting to news that U.S. insurance broker Marsh McLennan is continuing plans to back a major African pipeline, although some major U.S. banks have ruled out financing of the project.
EU’s International Energy Strategy: A Reckless Response to a Global Energy Crisis

EU’s International Energy Strategy: A Reckless Response to a Global Energy Crisis

A new strategy released by the European Union (EU) calls on the United States, Canada, African and Gulf countries to open up new gas supplies to displace supplies of Russian oil and gas.
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Activists Respond Globally to Climate Report With Actions Targeting Fossil Fuel Finance

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a seminal report presenting the most comprehensive scientific overview to date of the climate impacts that communities around the world are suffering, due to the ongoing exploitation of fossil fuels.

Uruguay Striker Luis Suarez Pledged to Not Go Back to Africa 11 Years After the Ghana Handball Incident

Uruguay striker Luis Suarez says he will not go back to Africa alone 11 years after his handball incident with Ghana.
Suit Rope Bows and Ties? South African Designer 'Daniels Rope Ties' Sparks Issues on Facebook! Would You Wear a Noose?

Suit Rope Bows and Ties? South African Designer 'Daniels Rope Ties' Sparks Facebook Backlash! Would You Wear a Noose?

Daniels Rope Ties sells noose-like suit ties and bows. Would you wear one? Have you seen a suit tie or bow made of rope? For other individuals, this would be a great new fashion trend.

Report: Sierra Leone Pastor Finds 13th Largest Hockey Puck-Sized Diamond

The world's largest hockey puck-sized diamond discovered in Sierra Leone's Kono district. This is the 13th largest hockey puck-sized diamonds.

Report: Barcelona Launches Football Academy In Nigeria

The most powerful club Barcelona launches football academy in Nigeria. The academy is the first largest of any continent in the world.

Study Finds Roughly 7100 Cheetahs Left In The World

Another mass extinction is going to happen. Cheetah, the fastest animal on land now running faster towards the extinction. Study says there are only 7100 cheetahs left in the world.

Low-cost, low-energy Biofuel discovered in Firewood trees of Africa

Africa’s past is laced with abuse of human rights and environmental blunders such as production of palm oil. But new ray of hope surfaced when abundant croton megalocarpus trees showed potential for low-cost fuel, other than its common use as a firewood.

Tunisia vs. Guinea Live Stream, Preview, Predictions for World Cup 2018 Qualifiers

Tunisia and Guinea face off in the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Sunday. Tunisia and Guinea face off in the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Sunday. Tunisia qualified for this round by defeating Mauritania 4-2 in the second round across two legs.

Senegal vs. Cape Verde Live Stream, Preview, Predictions for World Cup 2018 Qualifiers

Senegal and Cape Verde face off in the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Saturday. Senegal and Cape Verde face off in the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Saturday.

Ivory Coast / Cote d'Ivoire vs. Mali Live Stream, Preview, Predictions for World Cup 2018 Qualifiers

The Ivory Coast and Mali face off in the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Saturday. The Ivory Coast and Mali face off in the CAF World Cup qualifiers on Saturday.

Nano Membrane Toilet: This Waterless Toilet Can Change Human Waste to Clean Water and Power

The Nano Membrane Toilet is a new innovation created by inventors in British school, Cranfield University. The scientists created a waterless toilet where a sewage system or electric power is not required for it to operate. The Nanotechnology was applied to turn human waste into clean water and energy.

Mexican Census Recognizes 'Afro-Mexican' Classification for the First Time

The Mexican government has for the first time ever recognized “Afro-Mexican” as a category in their census.

‘Legend of Tarzan’ Live-Action Film Trailer Released [Watch]

The trailer for the live-action “Legend of Tarzan” film has been released by Warner Bros. The trailer for the live-action "The Legend of Tarzan" film has been released by Warner Bros.

Pope Francis Africa Tour: Pope Arrives in Kenya, Talks Climate Issues

Making his first visit to Africa since he became the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis has arrived in Kenya for the start of a three-nation African tour.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Wildest Dreams’ Video Reaches 100 Million Views on Vevo

Taylor Swift’s popular video for her track “Wildest Dreams” successfully passed 100 million views on Vevo on Sunday.

Burkina Faso Coup: 10 Dead as Former President's Ally, Military Guard Takes Power

A close ally of Blaise Compaoré, Burkina Faso's leader for 27 years, has been named the African nation's president following an apparent military coup

Soccer Rankings: Top 6 Best Soccer Players in the World By Continent

With so many soccer leagues around the world, it's difficult to tell just who is the best player on the planet. Latin Post lists the single best soccer play by continent.
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