Author: THE CONNECTING NEWSPAPER

Merck Foundation Chairperson&CEO (www.Merck-Foundation.com) meet Botswana President and First Lady to acknowledge their Alumni and Award winners; Merck Foundation Chairman&CEO meet Botswana President&First Lady to launch long term partnership to build healthcare capacity, stop infertility Stigma&GBV and Support girl education in Botswana; Merck Foundation declared Botswana First Lady as Ambassador of “More than a Mother” to build healthcare capacity, break infertility stigma, stop GBV and support girl education. Prof. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp and Dr. Rasha Kelej, Chairman and CEO of Merck Foundation meets Botswana President and First Lady to underscore their long-term commitment to health, social and economic development of Botswana; Merck…

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Crayon LyricsExplore the vivid imagery and heartfelt expressions in the lyrics of Crayon’s most recent music release, Tete.Crayon – Tete LyricsFeel a tingle, in my spineYou’re intentional, about the way you whineWhine whineLet me let on, a secretThere is trouble in my pee peeI go like to know your signIs it Virgo, Capricorn or GeminiGirl iWanna put you on, my shoulderTolani I need you, so badStuck on youOnly your face I dey lookOnly your beat make I moveAs you dun, hang for my hookYou can never go noYou can never go nowhereEje koshi danuDem want to burst my balloonBut everything…

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Already carrying big-ticket contracts at the other four positions on defense, the Browns will reward their top linebacker. Looming as an extension candidate for a bit now, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah is no longer in a contract year.The Browns came to terms with the fourth-year linebacker on a three-year deal worth up to $39M, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reports. Owusu-Koramoah secured $25M guaranteed on this deal, making him one of the league’s highest-paid off-ball LBs. Cleveland has Myles Garrett, Dalvin Tomlinson, Denzel Ward, and Grant Delpit on lucrative second contracts, and the team is also finding room to re-sign Za’Darius Smith this offseason. Linebacker had housed lower-end contracts…

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The reclusive country has largely been closed to tourists since 2020, when it imposed strict COVID-19 border controls.North Korea is set to reopen its borders to international visitors after years of strict COVID-19 border controls, say two Chinese tour operators. Beijing-based Koryo Tours announced on its website on Wednesday that the reclusive country would be welcoming tourists to the northeastern city of Samjiyon and “likely the rest of the country” in December 2024. “Having waited for over four years to make this announcement, Koryo Tours is very excited for the opening of North Korean tourism once again,” said the operator.…

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As police begin increasing patrols in and around Central Park amid a 200% increase in robberies there, another robbery occurred Tuesday night. Two victims were approached by a two men who robbed them of a chain and vape pen on around 11 p.m. Tuesday, according to police. The NYPD said the robbery happened near West 62nd Street and West Drive, and the search for suspects is underway. No injuries were reported in the latest incident with comes as NYPD data shows robberies in the park are three times higher in 2024 than 2023. The NYPD said it is searching for…

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By Cassidy George “All I can really say is that the future of music belongs to women.” Africa, with its 54 countries and more than 3,000 languages, is not a cultural monolith—and pop music is finally embracing its diversity. In recent years, African women have become some of the most inventive and exciting new artists in the global pop industry. “I felt it was bound to happen,” said Tems, the Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer who has been making waves this year. “There was a breakthrough, and then an influx and rise in female artists especially. It’s not surprising. It’s…

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Award-winning singer Davido has given his seal of approval to Cubana Chief Priest’s latest business venture, a new restaurant called Donalds, located in a prime area of Lagos. The singer’s visit to the restaurant’s site was a show of support for his friend and businessman, Cubana Chief Priest.While in a video shared on Cubana Chief Priest’s official Instagram page, Davido is seen inspecting the facilities and expressing his pride in his friend’s achievement. Also, the singer’s endorsement has generated buzz online. Therefore, many praised the strong friendship between the two.Meanwhile, Cubana Chief Priest’s expansion into the food industry with Donalds…

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Known as one of the most “inclusive” events in the running calendar, The Big Half is aimed at anyone who fancies trying a half marathon around London’s landmarks.Organisers say: “Join thousands of other participants in this spectacular half marathon event through the heart of London. Great for novices and experienced participants alike. Come for the finisher’s medal or to celebrate London’s diversity.”As well as The Big Half, there is also the Big Mile for smaller runners wanting to take part.“The New Balance Big Relay covers the same course in four legs and the Big Mile is a free, family-friendly event that takes place…

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The Jazz have agreed to sign veteran point guard Patty Mills to a one-year contract, sources tell Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Wojnarowski says it’s a $3.3M deal, which is equivalent to Mills’ minimum salary for 2024-25 ($3,303,771). It will be fully guaranteed, Woj adds.Mills, who turned 36 on August 11, will be entering his 16th NBA season this fall. The 2009 second-round pick has appeared in 892 total regular-season games for five teams and spent most of his prime years in San Antonio, where he won a title in 2014 and overlapped with current Jazz head coach Will Hardy from…

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The West is seeing record immigration inflows, but far-right groups are blaming their economic grievances on refugees and asylum seekers.From Donald Trump’s anti-immigration rhetoric to the wave of violence that has swept across England and Northern Ireland, the debate around the impact of immigration on local economies is heating up. Far-right politicians in the West blame economic grievances on the unprecedented influx of refugees and asylum seekers. And they are mobilising their supporters to push anti-immigration policies and gain power. But are immigrants to blame for the lack of jobs, stagnant wages, inequality and declining public services? Or is it…

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