Author: THE CONNECTING NEWSPAPER

African literature is thriving, gaining global recognition with major awards like the Nobel, Booker, and Camões prizes in 2021, a milestone hailed as “the year for African literature.” Anticipation surrounds Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s first novel in a decade, alongside rising stars like Mubanga Kalimamukwento and Damilare Kuku. Yet, challenges persist across the continent. Limited publishing industries, costly book imports, and underfunded libraries make accessing both classics and new works difficult. In Ethiopia, readers like Dawit Berhanu innovate through online book clubs despite scarce resources. Addressing these barriers is essential to sustain Africa’s literary renaissance and empower future voices. Source: The…

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Costa Titch’s Mother Shares Heartwarming Memory Of His Unforgettable Joy & Kindness. The passing of Costa Titch has left a void that can never be filled, but his legacy lives on in the hearts of those who were lucky enough to witness his warmth, kindness, and infectious energy. Costa Titch’s Mother Shares Heartwarming Memory Of His Unforgettable Joy & Kindness A recent heartfelt post by his mother has given us a glimpse into the soul of the man behind the artist—someone whose joy for life and love for others shone brightly in even the smallest moments. One of the most…

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Last week, I told you not to be surprised if – despite a less than inspiring regular season – Travis Kelce shows up in the playoffs. Kelce lived up to the expectation, catching seven passes for 117 yards and a touchdown to help preserve Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ perfect AFC Divisional round record. Chiefs head coach Andy Reid had a very straightforward take on Kelce after the 23-14 win.  “He’s the greatest tight end there’s ever been,” Reid said. Kelce certainly has an argument, after passing franchise legend Tony Gonzalez for most touchdown receptions in Chiefs history. Which brings us to today’s…

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Tennis great refused an on-court interview following ‘insulting and offensive’ comments towards him and Serbian fans.A leading television presenter has apologised on air to Novak Djokovic after mocking the 24-time Grand Slam winner and Serbian fans at the Australian Open, with Elon Musk and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese among those wading into the dispute. The 37-year-old tennis great refused to do a routine on-court interview after beating Jiri Lehecka to make the quarterfinals on Sunday evening in Melbourne. Afterwards he said it was in protest at Tony Jones, a top sports presenter with host broadcaster Channel Nine, who he accused…

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The rise – and potential fall – of TikTok in US TikTok on Friday said that the social media platform would “go dark” on Sunday without “definitive” assurance from the Biden administration that its ban will not be enforced. Star Kashman, Founding Partner at Cyber Law Firm, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss. President-elect Donald Trump said he “most likely” will give TikTok 90 more days to work out a deal that would allow the wildly popular app to avoid a ban in the U.S.  In an interview with NBC News Saturday, Trump said he had not decided what to…

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Tangier, on the “Moroccan Riviera,” offers an affordable alternative to Marrakech. Famous for its Art Deco Cinémathèque de Tanger and ties to icons like Burroughs and Jagger, Tangier’s international past and proximity to Gibraltar and Spain make it a vibrant hub for history, culture, and thrill-seekers alike. Morocco’s high-speed Al Boraq train connects major cities, making destinations like Rabat accessible in just over an hour. Overlooking the Atlantic and divided by the Bouregreg River, Rabat blends medieval charm with a laidback vibe. Explore the UNESCO-listed medina and marvel at Hassan Tower’s Forest of unfinished 12th-century mosque pillars. Source: Conde Nast…

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Nasty C Revisits His Roots With Throwback Photo From 2014. South African rapper and global sensation Nasty C took to Instagram to share a nostalgic glimpse of his younger self. The post featured a 2014 throwback picture of the artist during his early days in music, captioned simply, “a good boy.” The candid snapshot sparked excitement among fans, reminding them of his journey from a budding talent in Durban to an internationally acclaimed artist. Nasty C Revisits His Roots With Throwback Photo From 2014 In the photo, a younger Nasty C is seen sporting a humble and determined expression, emblematic…

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The No. 12 Michigan State Spartans picked up their 11th straight win with an 80-78 triumph over Big Ten foe and 19th-ranked Illinois on Sunday. Michigan State got balanced production from its starters and bench. While junior guard Tre Holloman was the only starter in double figures with 17 points, senior forward Frankie Fidler (11 points) and sophomore forward Coen Carr (11 points, 4-of-6 FG) provided a boost. This lob from freshman guard Jeremy Fears Jr. to Coen put the Spartans up 63-59 with 8:13 remaining. Carr’s performance was much appreciated, given the team’s leading scorer, Jaden Akins, was held…

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Since the war started the job had become his life. Many of the people being bombed were his neighbours, people he’d grown up with.Hatem Al-Atar, 25, wasn’t married. His bravery was not reckless, or born of ignorance. He knew he could die any second.”All days of war since 7 October until now were difficult. Every second in this war was hard. You could lose your life, of a beloved one any second,” Hatem says.He is sitting in the civil defence office in Deir al-Balah with his comrades. They chat and check their phones. Each one is a survivor. Ninety-four of…

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Biden delivers farewell address from the Oval Office On Wednesday evening, Joe Biden addressed the nation as president for the last time, live from the Oval Office. Sunday is President Joe Biden’s final full day in office, and he’s spending it in a state that helped him become president. On the eve of Monday’s inauguration of Republican President-elect Donald Trump, Biden planned to deliver a final farewell Sunday from the state that “brought him to the dance,” as he likes to say. RELATED: Biden warns America about ‘ultra-wealthy’ in positions of power ‘going unchecked’ in farewell address Where is Biden…

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