Author: Ewang Johnson
Getty ImagesThe Championships have begun, and the quintessentially British tennis tournament has some very particular codes for attendees to follow. How are spectators expected to behave, and what should they – or should they definitely not – wear?Afternoon tea, a stiff upper lip and Wimbledon – all so deeply “British” that they’ve become part of the nation’s international brand; the things that seem to make Britain, Britain, and tempt tourists from far and wide to observe them for themselves. The optics of the annual tennis tournament in south London – the strawberries and cream, the Pimm’s, the ball girls and boys…
© PAHOA Malaria Service Deliverer uses a rapid diagnostic test to test a man for malaria at a mining community in Suriname as part of the country’s malaria elimination strategy. GENEVA, Switzerland – July 01st, 2025 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Today, Suriname became the first country in the Amazon region to receive malaria-free certification from the World Health Organization (WHO). This historic milestone follows nearly 70 years of commitment by the government and people of Suriname to eliminate the disease across its vast rainforests and diverse communities. “WHO congratulates Suriname on this remarkable achievement,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “This certification is…
New romantic comedy “Materialists” dives into the world of high-end dating in Manhattan, where luxury, status and desire blur the lines of love. Dakota Johnson stars as a professional matchmaker, caught between Pedro Pascal’s millionaire dreamboat and Chris Evans as her idealistic ex. Oscar-nominated director Celine Song describes the film as a “Victorian romance for 2025”, showing how dating today can feel like a game of social value and transactions. Eve Jackson meets Celine in Paris – and hits the streets – to ask: is love still about connection, or has it become a carefully calculated deal? Source link
Universal StudiosStarring Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, the latest in the dinosaur blockbuster series follows the template created by the original Jurassic Park – but it’s no match for it.Eww. There is a definite whiff of staleness about the latest Jurassic film, which strains to come up with a fresh take on a formula – outrun those dinosaurs – that has made billions of dollars and clearly can’t be messed with too much. It turns out the film-makers should have messed with it a little more. Jurassic World Rebirth has major stars in Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, and better-designed…
Google today announced the selection of 15 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa Class 9 program. These innovative startups, hailing from Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and South Africa, are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to address significant challenges across diverse sectors, including fintech, agritech, healthtech, and professional services. In an era where startups are at the forefront of solving critical challenges across Africa, these innovators often face significant hurdles to scale their operations, particularly in securing essential support, mentorship, and funding. Programs like the Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa play a crucial role in providing…
In uncertain times, clarity is leadership. And across Africa, too many governments still underestimate just how vital it has become to speak clearly, consistently, and with purpose. Public trust is eroding. Misinformation spreads in seconds. Confusion, once a political inconvenience, is now a direct threat to stability. The way African governments speak to their people must change. Traditional methods no longer work. Speeches delivered late at night. Statements issued days after the crisis. Ministries hiding behind technical language or scripted silence. This model fails to meet the demands of modern governance. People want clarity. They want honesty. They want to…
There has been quite a bit of discussion recently about how much (some) men apparently think about ancient Rome. Whether it’s the history of battles, the togas, the architectural feats survived by ruins spread throughout the Mediterranean basin, or the array of films from Ben-Hur and Spartacus to Gladiator and Gladiator II, some people seem particularly fascinated with ancient Rome. But recent and forthcoming films suggest that we might all benefit from spending more time thinking about ancient Greece. The Return is a 2024 film adaptation of Homer’s epic poem The Odyssey, directed by Uberto Pasolini and starring Ralph Fiennes as…
In this episode of Arts 24, Eve Jackson speaks with Arab Nasser, co-director of “Once Upon a Time in Gaza” – a striking, Cannes‑awarded film that reframes Gaza not through destruction, but through resilience, surrealism and cinematic boldness. Blending genre and personal memory, the film offers a hauntingly beautiful portrait of life under siege. Source link
Building digital and AI fluency to prepare youth for the future economy In a groundbreaking move to bridge the AI access gap, Goodwall has joined forces with Microsoft and HP Inc to launch the NextGen AI Alliance, an innovative global partnership designed to equip young people with the skills to harness the opportunities AI creates. Timed ahead of key global milestones such as United Nations General Assembly and International Youth Day (UNGA), the NextGen AI Alliance is more than just another tech initiative, it’s a blueprint for making complex digital skills, including AI, more accessible, engaging, and applicable to local market contexts. AI is reshaping industries at…
For centuries, depictions of Cleopatra have emphasised her beauty and romantic entanglements – much more so than her two-decade rule of Egypt. The Institut du monde arabe (Arab World Institute) in Paris aims to change that with “The Mystery of Cleopatra”, a new exhibit running until January 11, 2026. Source link