Africa: Smith Calls for Full Congressional Investigation of PEPFAR Violation of the Helms Amendment

press release By Office of Rep. Chris Smith Washington, DC — US taxpayer funding abortions in Mozambique ‘tip of the iceberg’ Congressman Chris Smith – Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Security and Diplomacy Bureau – today promised a congressional investigation in response to reports that the Centers for

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Kenyan social enterprise aims to reduce environmental impact of textile waste

Home-grown businesses in Africa are developing a new industry to tackle the environmental damage created by fast fashion. Upcycling, where poor quality, discarded clothes are made into desirable products, is becoming more widespread in countries like Kenya. Social enterprise group Africa Collect Textiles (ACT) employs women at a factory in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, to

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Music Sustainability Summit Postponed Amid Los Angeles Wildfires

The L.A. summit will now take place in April, with the event’s originally scheduled date now hosting an hour-long virtual forum focused on the wildfires. Music Sustainability Alliance staff Kurt Langer, Amy Morrison, Eleanor Anderson, and Michael Martin. Gilbert Flores The Music Sustainability Alliance announced Friday (Jan. 17) that its Music Sustainability Summit is being

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Heidi Montag & Spencer Pratt Talk ‘Prototype’ Release, ‘Superficial’ & ‘I’ll Do It’ Success | MYSK | Billboard News

Heidi Montag & Spencer Pratt went viral overnight after losing their home in the LA wildfires. The couple talk about Heidi’s newfound success in music with her album, ‘Superficial,’ and “I’ll Do It” making its way up various charts, her new song “Prototype,” how Beyonce helped spice up date nights and more! Heidi Montag: I

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Ranking Unrivaled’s 3-on-3 rosters

Kevin Pelton, ESPN Senior WriterJan 17, 2025, 10:00 AM ET Close Co-author, Pro Basketball Prospectus series Formerly a consultant with the Indiana Pacers Developed WARP rating and SCHOENE system Many of the WNBA’s biggest stars will battle over the next two months in Unrivaled’s inaugural season of 3-on-3 basketball. But before the likes of former

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Morning Digest: Israel’s Cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal, Kolkata court likely to pronounce verdict in R.G. Kar Hospital rape-murder case today, and more

Israel’s Cabinet approves deal for ceasefire in Gaza and release of dozens of hostages Israel’s Cabinet approved a deal early on Saturday (January 18, 2025) for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of dozens of hostages that will pause the 15-month war with Hamas for six weeks. The deal brings Israel and Hamas a step closer

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“We don’t want to be Americans”: Greenland PM Egede rejects Trump expansion plans on Fox News

Greenland’s prime minister spoke directly to Donald Trump’s fanbase on Thursday, saying “thanks, but no thanks” to the president-elect’s plans to annex the Danish territory while stopping by Fox News.  Múte Egede spoke with host Bret Baier, laying out his objections to Donald Trump’s stated goals of American “ownership and control of Greenland.”  “We are

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Nigeria: U.S.

The American general and West African air forces were boosting America-Africa security through airpower cooperation. The United States and Nigeria share a long history of collaboration in addressing security challenges, with airpower and intelligence cooperation becoming vital cornerstones of their bilateral relationship. In 2024, Kenneth Ekman, AFRICOM’s Deputy Director for Strategy, Engagement, and Programmes, played

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Paxton, firebrand Texas attorney general, anticipates new ally in Trump Justice Department

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said he is looking forward to a “fairer shake” from the Justice Department after four years of intense legal battles against the federal government over immigration, abortion and environmental policies. Mr. Paxton was at the forefront of his Republican-controlled state’s resistance to Biden administration policies. He filed a steady stream

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Leighton Meester’s Music Sees Revival After Losing Home in Fires

Flavor Flav took to TikTok to spotlight Meester’s 2009 single “Somebody to Love,” featuring Robin Thicke. Leighton Meester and Garrett Hedlund in “Country Strong.” Scott Garfield Leighton Meester’s music career is experiencing a revival following the devastating loss of her Los Angeles home in the recent wildfires. With encouragement from none other than Flavor Flav

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Africa: Amayo’s Inner Lion Awakes

Duke Amayo is a familiar figure to fans of America’s pioneering Afrobeat band, Antibalas. A charismatic and flamboyant frontman, Amayo has provided Antibalas shows and recordings with an authentic shot of Nigeria-ness. And no surprise. Amayo grew up in the same Lagos neighborhood as Fela Kuti, and began attending shows at Fela’s Shrine at a

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India News Live Today January 16, 2025: Haryana Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for January 16, 2025

Live India News Live: Stay informed with our live blog covering India’s latest in politics, economy, crime, and general news. Get real-time updates on political developments, financial trends, crime reports, and important events across the country. Stay connected with the most crucial stories shaping India, all in one place. Latest news on January 16, 2025:

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Justin Baldoni’s Lawyers Want Marvel Involved in His Lawsuit Against Blake Lively

After social media latched onto the theory that It Ends With Us director and co-lead Justin Baldoni inspired “Nicepool” in Deadpool & Wolverine—to the point that the actor’s legal team, led by Bryan Freedman, addressed it outright—there’s now a new strike back against Ryan Reynolds’ wife, Blake Lively, who was featured in the film as Ladypool.

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Stephen Schwartz, Bonnie Greenberg to Be Honored at Guild of Music Supervisors Awards

The awards are set for Sunday, Feb. 23 at The Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. Stephen Schwartz photographed during An Evening with Stephen Schwartz: A Writers Circle on Feb. 9, 2018 in Beverly Hills, Calif. Rob Latour/REX/Shutterstock Stephen Schwartz, the composer of the Broadway and film juggernaut Wicked, and music supervisor Bonnie Greenberg are set to receive honorary

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Mike Portnoy Drums His Way Through Taylor Swift’s ‘Shake It Off’

“It sounds like something out of Disneyland Japan or something,” the Dream Theater drummer said. Mike Portnoy  Courtesy of Loudwire Dream Theater‘s Mike Portnoy recently ventured into unexpected territory by reimagining the drumming on Taylor Swift’s chart-topping pop anthem “Shake It Off.” Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news

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Upcoming Benefit Concert For L.A. Wildfires Gets Overwhelming Response From Artists, Bands

L.A. Wildfire Benefit Concert Overwhelming Response From Musicians … Will Be Huge Event!!! The upcoming benefit concert for Los Angeles wildfire victims will be exciting, engaging and will raise a ton of money … and big-name artists and bands are clamoring for a chance to help out. this publication has learned … there’s been an outpouring

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Mac Miller’s Posthumous ‘Balloonerism’ Album to Be Accompanied by Short Film

The late Mac Miller’s ‘Balloonerism’ album will arrive this week, with an animated companion film set to drop shortly beforehand. Mac Miller Karen Meyers The upcoming Balloonerism record from late rapper Mac Miller is set to release alongside a short film of the same name, a new announcement says. Miller’s Balloonerism – the second posthumous

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Mozambique: Mondlane’s return and post-election tensions

Mozambique’s opposition leader Venancio Mondlane arrives at the Mavalane International Airport in Maputo, Mozambique, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025. (AP Photo/Carlos Uqueio)   –   Copyright © africanews Carlos Uqueio/Copyright 2025 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 13/01 – 10:25 Mozambique Mozambique Faces Turmoil Amid Election Disputes and Deadly Violence Venancio Mondlane, a key opposition leader, returned

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Dickey’s Barbecue Adds New Rancher’s Premium Smokehouse Bacon Cheddar Sausage to Walmart Shelves Nationwide

Chef Matt Burton Brings an Artisanal Touch to This Bold New Offering, Now Available in Walmart Stores Dallas, TX  (RestaurantNews.com)  Dickey’s Barbecue is excited to announce the launch of Rancher’s Premium Smokehouse Bacon Cheddar Sausage, now available in Walmart stores nationwide and online at RanchersPremium.com . Crafted by Chef Matt Burton, vice president of culinary

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Supreme Court denies oil industry plea to block climate lawsuits filed by California, other blue states

WASHINGTON —  The Supreme Court dealt a major setback to the oil industry on Monday, refusing to block lawsuits from California and other blue states that seek billions of dollars in damages for the impact of climate change. Without a comment or dissent, the justices turned down closely watched appeals from Sunoco, Shell and other energy

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Björk Says Recent Touring Schedule Allows Her to ‘Actually Have a Life’

The Icelandic musician has toured constantly for decades, but shifted her focus following 2011’s Biophilia album. Bjork performs at The 2023 Coachella Valley Music And Arts Festival on April 16, 2023 in Indio, Calif. Santiago Felipe/Getty Images for ABA Icelandic musician Björk has reflected on the grueling nature of touring, explaining how she’s managed to

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Warner Music’s Social Justice Fund Pledges $1 Million to Support L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts

The fund will support L.A. organizations, first responders, and those in the music industry. The Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund Courtesy Photo As wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, the Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund is stepping in to help. On Sunday (Jan. 12), the organization announced a pledge

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Ahead Of 2027 Polls, Speculation Grows Over Possible Defections Of Five Governors To APC

As the countdown to the 2027 general elections begins, there are increasing rumors suggesting that five first-term governors are considering defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Reports from LEADERSHIP suggest that governors from Abia, Enugu, Delta, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom States are under pressure to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). These

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IDF names 4 soldiers killed in northern Gaza combat; 6 others wounded in renewed offensive

IDF soldiers killed in Gaza on January 11, 2025: Staff Sgt. Danila Diakov, Sgt. Eliav Astuker, Sgt. Maj. (res.) Alexander Fedorenko, Sgt. Yahav Maayan. (Courtesy) Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Saturday night announced that four soldiers were killed during the fighting against Hamas in northern Gaza.  The fallen soldiers were listed as: Sgt. Maj. (res.)

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Eswatini: Eswatini AGOA Trade Benefits Renewed for 2025

Mbabane — The southern African nation of Eswatini has secured continued eligibility for benefits under the U.S African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for the 39 companies currently trading under AGOA, including some of Eswatini’s biggest brands. U.S. Trade Representative spokesman Sam Michel confirmed Eswatini’s eligibility in late December. Eswatini’s exclusion from the trade agreement

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Tamil Nadu denies seeking cancellation of Madurai–Tuticorin rail project

CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu govt on Saturday denied requesting cancellation of Madurai–Tuticorin railway project, countering railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw’s claim that the state govt had asked for dropping the project.Tamil Nadu transport minister S S Sivasankar called the railway minister’s claim false, stating that the state had consistently pushed for the project’s implementation. The project

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Can Horizon Make Space For Itself on the Big Screen?

This week at CES, Sony revealed it was adding even more video games to its already sizable roster of adaptations, including Guerrilla Games’ Horizon franchise. After the intended Netflix series collapsed following abuse allegations against showrunner Steve Blackman, Sony’s decided to pivot it into a full-on film. Among PlayStation’s first-party lineup, Horizon occupies a weird space. While its

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Chad ruling party wins parliamentary majority, provisional results show

N’DJAMENA – Chad’s ruling party won two-thirds of the seats in the legislative election which was boycotted by many in the opposition last month, provisional results showed on Sunday, reinforcing President Mahamat Idriss Deby’s hold on power. Results of the Dec. 29 election seal the oil-producing Central African nation’s transition to constitutional rule more than

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Zelenskyy rallies European support as Putin signals openness to dialogue with Trump

President Donald Trump, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands at the beginning of a meeting at the Presidential Palace in Helsinki, Finland, July 16, 2018.   –   Copyright © africanews AP Photo By Agencies Last updated: 10/01 – 20:42 Russia Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Italian President Sergio Mattarella on Friday in Rome

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Ethel Cain Shares Controversial Viewpoint After UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Murder: ‘Make Them Fear for Their Lives’

The singer-songwriter used the hashtag “KillMoreCEOs” in a post on social media. Ethel Cain attends the after show of the Miu Miu Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 5, 2024 in Paris, France. Victor Boyko/Getty Images Ethel Cain is expressing her thoughts on the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian

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Trump’s Ukraine envoys calls for ‘maximum pressure’ to use opportunity ‘to change Iran for the better’

Donald Trump’s incoming Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg told an Iranian opposition event in Paris that there was an opportunity ’to change Iran for the better’ but that this opportunity would not last forever. read more Keith Kellogg, Donald Trump’s incoming Ukraine envoy, has called for tough measures against Iran. File image/Reuters The world must return to

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MPDG party leader expresses doubt over junta’s election lans

Soldiers guard the venue of a meeting between leaders of political parties and military junta Col. Mamady Doumbouya, in Conakry, Guinea Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021.   –   Copyright © africanews Sunday Alamba/Copyright 2021 The AP. All rights reserved Guinea The Guinean government’s spokesperson announced that the presidential election might occur before the close of 2025. Initially

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L.A. Church Offering 150 Beds & Counseling to Those Affected by Fires

L.A. CHURCH Those Affected By Fires, We Can Help!!! Beds, Counseling, Meals As L.A. wildfires wreak havoc, one local church is stepping up — offering critical housing and counseling services to help those displaced, this publication has learned. Pastor Jeremy Johnson from Fearless Church in L.A. tells this publication they’re opening their doors with 150 beds ready

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Joseph Aoun elected Lebanon’s president

In this photo released by the Lebanese Parliament media office, newly-elected Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is sworn in as a new president, at the Lebanese parliament, in Bei   –   Copyright © africanews HOGP/AP By AP Last updated: 09/01 – 22:27 Israel-Hezbollah conflict After a prolonged presidential vacuum lasting over two years, Lebanon’s parliament on Thursday

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Industrial Complex Proposal Threatens Some of the World’s Clearest Skies for Astronomy

The European Southern Observatory is at serious risk of losing the clear skies above its Paranal Observatory in Chile’s Atacama Desert, officials said, due to a proposed industrial complex put forward by the subsidiary of a U.S. power company. Paranal Observatory is home to ESO’s Very Large Telescope (VLT), which comprises four telescopes each with

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Congo-Kinshasa: Rebels Tighten Grip On Congo Mineral Wealth As UN Warns of Long-Term Control

M23 rebels are establishing control over key mineral-rich territories in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), United Nations experts have warned. The Tutsi-led rebels, active in North and South Kivu provinces, have seized key towns since April 2024 – allegedly with support from Rwandan forces, though Kigali denies supporting the rebels and says it is

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Gaza Doctor’s Kidnapping Underscores Israel’s Pattern Of Targeting Health Care

As the Israeli military continues to block access to a high-profile Palestinian doctor they kidnapped last month, medical workers and aid groups say that Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya’s ongoing detention and the lack of transparency around it underscores Israel’s larger campaign of systematically destroying Gaza’s health care system. Israeli forces kidnapped Abu Safiya on Dec.

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