Author: Ewang Johnson
Rami Malek trades his Bond villain persona for a vengeful mathematician in the Bourne-style thriller “The Amateur”. In arts24’s weekly film show, our critic Emma Jones reveals if the Oscar winner can pull off this surprising career pivot. Plus: reviews of a haunting Scandinavian Oscar nominee, “The Girl with the Needle”; the latest from religious phenomenon “The Chosen” and DreamWorks’ quirky “Dog Man” animation with Ricky Gervais. Source link
Buea, Southern Cameroons — The Interim Government of Ambazonia (IGA) has issued a scathing rebuke to the University of Buea following reports that vehicles associated with the university’s newly launched driving school bear the national flag of Cameroon and French inscriptions.In a strongly worded statement released Wednesday, Chris Anu, President of the Interim Government, condemned the branding of the vehicles as “a direct insult” and “a calculated act of hostility” toward the people of Ambazonia. The IGA, which claims sovereignty over the Anglophone regions of the country, is calling for the immediate removal of all Cameroon flags and French-language markings…
Emmanuel Lafont/ Getty ImagesFifty years after Monty Python and the Holy Grail redefined comedy, stars Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam look back on the freedoms – and limitations – that shaped the film.An independent British comedy made on a shoestring by a television sketch troupe? It sounds like a film destined to be forgotten within weeks of leaving cinemas – assuming it reaches cinemas in the first place. But Monty Python and the Holy Grail is still revered as one of the greatest ever big-screen comedies, 50 years on from its release in April 1975. Terry Gilliam, who co-directed the…
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In a powerful speech delivered upon receiving Kenya’s highest civilian honour, Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, reflects on his long-standing relationship with Kenya and its transformative impact on the continent. From pioneering agricultural reforms to championing renewable energy and empowering youth, Adesina’s journey with Kenya showcases a profound partnership dedicated to Africa’s growth and development. When Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), stood before President William Ruto in Nairobi’s State House to receive Kenya’s highest civilian honour—the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart—he was not merely being recognised for leadership. He…
From his groundbreaking debut “Pi” to his Oscar-winning movies “Black Swan” and “The Whale”, Darren Aronofsky’s bold storytelling and striking visual style push the boundaries of film – leaving audiences captivated and shaken. As the Cinémathèque française in Paris celebrates his work and “Requiem for a Dream” marks its 25th anniversary with a restored release, Eve Jackson sat down with Aronofsky to talk about his singular ability to transform human obsession into visceral cinema. Source link
Getty Images(Credit: Getty Images)It’s having a moment with celebrities, fashionistas and Gen Z. But wearing any kind of fur, from vintage to synthetic, poses some difficult questions. Could a new plant-based faux fur be the way forward?From Tory Burch in New York and Simone Rocha in London, to Fendi in Milan and Miu Miu in Paris, fur dominated the autumn/winter 2025-26 catwalks. And celebrities matched the runways, with Hailey Bieber, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Taylor Swift and Rihanna all spending the start of the year wrapped up in faux and vintage fur coats.The last time fur hit the headlines was…
In a remarkable milestone for Morocco, Dr. Salma Bougarrani has made history by becoming the first female Moroccan entrepreneur to reach the Top three finalists in the esteemed Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) www.AfricaBusinessHeroes.org/ Prize Competition. Finishing as the 1st Runner-Up. Dr. Bougarrani, the co-Founder and CEO behind Green Watech (https://apo-opa.co/4jrjZnv), is not just pushing sanitation forward for the rural communities; she’s also blazing a trail for women entrepreneurs in an industry where females are often not noticed or heard from. Her inspiring leadership, technical knowledge and commitment to making a difference have seen her rise as a business leader in the water…
In every generation, a few walk among us who seem made of something different—steel and soul. Pheroze Nowrojee was one of them. He didn’t raise his voice. He didn’t chase status. He didn’t trade principle for applause. Yet when he entered a courtroom, a classroom, or a conversation, the air shifted. He spoke softly—but you listened. Not out of obligation, but out of reverence. Because you knew what was coming would matter. Kenya has lost a mind of rare brilliance. But more than that, we have lost a moral compass—one of the last few we had. A Defender of Justice…
Spoiler Alert: This article contains spoilers for the series Kaos.With the recent canceling of the Netflix series Kaos, starring Jeff Goldblum as Zeus, it led me to speculate about what this says about the movement within popular culture in general and our response to “these types of shows.” These types of shows in question are not the updates of Greek mythology but those that include the shoe-horning of postmodern, near-nihilistic perspectives on hierarchy and freedom. Though the series itself will likely prove to be largely forgettable, its cancellation proves a deeper point about human nature and our inherent desire for coherence…