Marawi, Philippines – Maisara Dandamun-Latiph’s office sits on a hill overlooking the ruins of Marawi, the southern Philippine city that was destroyed during a five-month battle with hardline fighters linked to the ISIL (ISIS) group in 2017. Dandamun-Latiph was named chairperson of the Marawi Compensation Board in 2023, after years of promises to rebuild the city came to nothing. Now, Marawi residents are finally beginning to receive payouts, in a compensation process that also must navigate a frayed and fragile trust. “We want the people to be on board with us,” Dandamun-Latiph told Al Jazeera. “The people deserve nothing less…
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Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned effective immediately, the head of the prestigious New York university announced in a message to the university community on Wednesday. Columbia’s upper Manhattan campus was at the center of a protest movement connected to the Israel-Hamas war that swept college campuses nationwide with thousands arrested and end-of-year graduation ceremonies disrupted. In her statement, she acknowledged those protests factored into her decision. “This period has taken a considerable toll on my family, as it has for others in the community,” Shafik wrote. “Over the summer, I have been able to reflect and have decided that…
By Caribbean News Global contributor CASTRIES, St Lucia – Preparations for Saint Lucia’s biggest cultural festival – Jounen Kwéyòl – are at an advanced stage, says the Folk Research Centre, (FRC). The 40th observance will be celebrated in three communities – Dennery, in the East – Mon Repos, in the East – Anse La Raye, in the West – on October 27, 2024. “Creole Heritage Month will begin with a September 15 launch at the Bexon playing field. A church service in Kwéyòl will open the celebrations. At the launch, the Bexon playing field will host a mini Jounen Kwéyòl…
UNSMIL is following up with concern the recent unilateral acts by Libyan political actors and institutions, in the East, West and South. In the current climate, these unilateral acts serve to increase tension, undermine trust and further entrench institutional divisions and discord amongst Libyans. Now more than ever, consensus, dialogue and unity are needed. UNSMIL reminds all political leaders and institutions of their commitments and obligations under the Libyan Political Agreement and its amendments, in line with all relevant Security Council resolutions, particularly resolution 2702 (2023). UNSMIL’s recent consultations with Libyan leaders and regional stakeholders to build consensus and streamline…
South African hip-hop heavyweights Nasty C and K.O, in collaboration with Skhandaworld have joined forces for an exciting new single titled ‘too much’. This collaboration serves as a reminder that while other genres have taken over in recent times, hip-hop in South Africa is still alive. The track highlights the braggadocios theme of material gains and flexing, showcasing the artists’ distinctive styles of delivery. In ‘too much’, Nasty C reflects on personal milestones, including his relationship with the mother of his child and the some of the privileges he’s afforded his son through his fame and notoriety. His introspective verses…
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The Atlanta Falcons may have found a solution to arguably their biggest problem. On Wednesday, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported that the Falcons “are close to finalizing a trade” with the Patriots to acquire outside linebacker Matthew Judon. Fellow NFL insider Ian Rapoport shared that the Falcons were sending a 2025 third-round pick to the Patriots. The addition of Judon is a home run for a team that desperately needed help generating pressure.The Falcons lost their two most productive pass-rushers, Calais Campbell and Bud Dupree, in free agency, and rookie third-round pick Bralen Trice was placed on injured reserve on Sunday…
For the second time since 2022, mpox has been declared a global health emergency as the virus spreads rapidly across the African continent and risks entering other continents. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday issued its highest level of alert for the viral disease, noting that more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year have already exceeded last year’s figures. The announcement came a day after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Africa declared mpox a public health emergency. So what is mpox, how is it transmitted, and how serious is its current…
A new sunflower-filled pop-up lets patrons escape bustling New York City streets and feel instantly transported to a retro beach with whimsical cocktails, happy hour bites and massive menu options. Magic Hour Surf Club is a temporary and the latest installation at Moxy Times Square Hotel, New York City’s largest indoor and outdoor hotel rooftop bar open all year round. Yvonne Najor is the vice president of marketing of Tao Hospitality Group and a key creator behind the vision of this summer’s sunny 70’s inspired throwback that transports Manhattanites to simpler times. “I was really inspired by the seventies and…
OTTAWA, Canada – Mélanie Joly, minister of foreign affairs, Mary Ng, minister of export promotion, international trade and economic development, and Ahmed Hussen, minister of international development, announced Wednesday, August 14, 2024, public consultations on Canada’s approach to partnerships across the African continent. These consultations will complement discussions held with trusted partners, international counterparts, and key stakeholders in the humanitarian, economic and foreign policy space. Canada has been actively reviewing its approach, in line with the feminist foreign policy and feminist international assistance policy, to engaging with African countries and institutions to build stronger, expanded and more visible partnerships. The…