HISTORY

Mar 25 2026OPINION

A Quiet Rally for Change

When the United States nears its 250th birthday, people remember the peaceful fights that helped win independence. Those early struggles used protests, boycotts and strikes to push for freedom. Today’s movement echoes that same spirit. On March 28, a new wave of “No Kings” demonstrations is set to t

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Ghana Leader Calls Out US Moves on Black History

President John Mahama stood in New York and voiced strong criticism of the United States, saying that recent actions by the Trump administration are quietly erasing Black history. He warned that such policies could set a dangerous example for other governments and private entities. The US has been

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Mar 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Scenes Vault: How a TV Show Keeps Hollywood’s Secrets

"Every night, millions of people tune in to see the latest celebrity gossip on a show that has been around for more than four decades. It started in 1981 as the first daily program that brought pop‑culture news to TV screens, using satellite technology so stations could air fresh episodes right afte

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Mar 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The TV Revolution Sparked by a Gangster’s Therapy Sessions

In 1999, a cable channel that already had shows like Oz and Sex and the City pushed its reputation further when it aired a crime drama that would change everything. The new series followed a mob boss who, despite his violent life, sought help for panic attacks in a therapist’s office. This simple id

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Belgium Faces Former Diplomat Over Congo Leader’s 1961 Killing

A court in Brussels has decided that a former Belgian diplomat must stand trial for his role in the 1961 murder of Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s first prime minister. The case is a final effort to clarify the unclear events that led to Lumumba’s death, which remains controversial decades later. Lumumb

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Rocket Journeys: From Tiny Beginnings to Giant Dreams

The first liquid‑fuel rocket, named “Nell, ” lifted only 41 feet on its debut a century ago. Though modest, it sparked the era of spaceflight that would see humans walk on the Moon decades later. Celebrating this milestone, several staff members share their most memorable launch experiences. One

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Reclaiming a Drum: A Century‑Old Return to the Ivory Coast

For more than a hundred years, a giant drum that once echoed through the villages of the Ebrié people was kept far from its homeland. French soldiers seized the instrument in 1916, then shipped it to Paris where it sat on museum shelves for decades. Now the drum, known locally as Djidji Ayôkwé or

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Ivorian Drum Returns Home After a Century

In the heart of Abidjan, a lively crowd of chiefs and villagers gathered at the airport on Friday to greet a giant drum that had been away for more than 100 years. The instrument, known as Djidji Ayokwè or “Panther‑Lion” in the local language, is over three metres long and almost 400 kilos heavy. It

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Feb 27 2026OPINION

Black History Month: A Call to Keep Moving Forward

In Baltimore, February feels heavy because the city has to remember its past while looking at its future. Students gather for speeches, museums display pictures, and city leaders speak about history. Yet, the real work lies beyond these events. A young boy in Baltimore once worked in a shipyard and

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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Ways to Watch Sports Stories on Netflix

Netflix keeps the Olympic spirit alive with fresh sports documentaries. First up, a look back at the 1980 U. S. hockey team that stunned the Soviet Union. The film shows players sharing their memories and explains why the win mattered for America. Next, a series about ice dancing controvers

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