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Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall
“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” ~ Jane Goodall We join the world in mourning the loss of Dr....


Mass, procession in the US capital calls for solidarity with migrants
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — Nearly 1,000 people joined the procession for the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees in the nation’s capital, which had “Migrants, Missionaries of Hope” as its theme. They paused at seven reflection stops, traveling...

Mass and procession in the U.S. capital calls for solidarity with migrants facing mass deportation
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — Nearly 1,000 people joined the procession for the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees in the nation’s capital, which had “Migrants, Missionaries of Hope” as its theme. They paused at seven reflection stops, traveling...

They use tools, fight to the death and live in social groups – and are the closest living relative to humans
Chimpanzees our one of our closest living relatives, and we share 98% of our genetic DNA with them. Like us, chimpanzees are hominids – or great apes – of which there are eight extant species in four genera: Homo (of which only we humans remain),...

Deaccessioned Works Dominate At DuMouchelles
Leading the three days of auction action was Orville Bulman’s (American, 1904-1978) circa 1975 oil on canvas “S’il Vous Plait, Mon Chere” (left), which sold to an online buyer in Alabama for $49,600. Bulman’s “Bonjour?,” (right) also circa 1975,...

How to watch Conference League 2025/26: live stream options, TV channels, free streams
Watch 2025/26 Conference League live streams to see clubs from England, Italy, Spain, France and all across the continent do battle for European silverware. Just the fifth edition of the revamped version of UEFA's third competition, English clubs...

UK government signals climbdown on Islamophobia rule
The British government has been urged to be “bold and brave” in outlawing Islamophobia after it signalled that it would back down on the proposal. With almost two out of five religious hate crimes committed against Muslims in Britain there has...
No Hiding Place For Erring Motorists In Delta – FRSC
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has said the location of the state around the resource-rich Gulf of Guinea (GoG) region presents unique opportunities for investment for its growth and development. He also stated that his administration...

Derailing the Kleptocrats’ Gravy Train
perspective Last week, I went to Montserrat on a research trip, the fruits of which I may one day divulge to you, if indeed there ever are any. It is a small British island in the Caribbean with the unusual distinction of being an ex-tax haven. I...

The great silence surrounding marital rape in Senegal
Women demonstrate to demand the criminalisation of rape. Screenshot from the WF1tv – Women First YouTube channel By Bowel Diop Gender-based violence, including marital rape, occurs worldwide, and often, the perpetrators are the victim's husband....

Today-History-Oct01
Today in History for Oct. 1: In 1674, Francois de Montmorency-Laval was officially named Bishop of Quebec by Pope Clement X. In 1764, civil law replaced military rule in Canada. In 1800, Spain sold Louisiana to France by a secret treaty. Today in...

A Triumph for Botswana, A Victory for Africa: The Trans AfricaTourism and Unity Campaign Celebrates in Gaborone
As Botswana prepares to mark its 59th Independence Anniversary on September 30, 2025, the nation is already awash in jubilation. The streets may be quiet, with Botswanans retreating to their villages to celebrate with kith and kin, but the air...

When does AFCON 2025 start? Dates and schedule as international tournament given unusual early start
It’s almost time for the latest edition of football’s most vibrant and unpredictable football tournament – the Africa Cup of Nations. The 35th edition of the tournament kicks off this winter with 24 teams battling it out for Africa’s biggest...

Today in Africa — September 29, 2025: Youth-Led Protests Shake Morocco and Madagascar, NoViolet Bulawayo Wins ‘Best of Caine’ Award
Every day, OkayAfrica shares a roundup of news we’re following but haven’t published as full articles. These short updates cover what’s happening on the continent — in culture, politics, and beyond. For more on stories like these, be sure to check...

How to watch Galatasaray vs Liverpool: live Champions League 2025/26 game, free streams, team news
The Galatasaray vs Liverpool live stream sees the visitors aiming to inflict another damaging European defeat on the Turkish champions. Galatasaray have started the season in superb fashion and sit top of the Süper Lig table. Not only have they...

How to watch Chelsea vs Benfica: live Champions League 2025/26 game, free streams
The Chelsea vs Benfica live stream sees Jose Mourinho return to Stamford Bridge to face the club with whom he won three Premier League titles. Mourinho was handed the reins at Benfica earlier this month after the Portuguese giants lost 3-2 to...

Willilo arrives in Nairobi for Zonal boxing championship inspections
From left: Anthony Otieno, president of Zone 3 and the Boxing Federation of Kenya, and Lukelo Willilo, Zone 3 secretary general and president of the Boxing Federation of Tanzania. PHOTO COURTESY Audio By Vocalize Lukelo Willilo, the Zone 3...

How Gabe ‘Nandez and Preservation Built a Classic Collaboration
When I catch up with Gabe ‘Nandez and Preservation on Zoom, the former tells me he’s mulling whether he’s going to continue on billy woods’ national tour. He was set for certain dates (including a ruckus set at New York City’s Knockdown Center),...

TAMCC Robotics Team heads to Panama
From 29 October to 1 November 2025, over 190 countries will come together in Panama City to compete in the First Global Robotics Competition, a pioneering international event where students collaborate through science, technology, engineering, and...