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NLÉ transforms historic site into a dynamic community hub Zaria Court – the first of its kind in Rwanda
Wallpaper*
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June 25, 2025
Zaria Court, the adaptive reuse of a modernist building in Kigali, Rwanda, has just been unveiled, to a design by NLÉ, the studio founded by Kunlé Adeyemi (also behind the Floating Music Hub in Cape Verde) and now co-led by him and design partner...
Spirit of Tasmania ferries inch closer to home
The Mandarin
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July 1, 2025
Spirit of Tasmania operator TT-Line’s first new ferry is on its way less than a month after its role in bringing down the state government. (AAP Image/Ethan James) Tasmania’s long-delayed Spirit of Tasmania vessels are a step closer to home,...
Trump slams Fed Chair Powell in handwritten note
Daily Mail
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June 30, 2025
President Donald Trump is finding novel ways to try to pressure Fed chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates – this time releasing an angry hand-written note online that casts the US central bank as behind the curve. Trump posted a chart of...
How far Nigeria don reach to change Donald Trump ban bifor di 60 days deadline?
GhanaWeb
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July 1, 2025
Recently, President Donald Trump administration don announce say dem go soon enforce rules wey go block citizens from Nigeria, Ghana and 34 oda nations from entering di United States, even if dem get valid visa or to stay back afta di 60 days...
Marriott International Announces Plans to Add More Than 50 Properties in Africa
Breaking Travel News
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June 18, 2025
Marriott International, Inc. today announced plans to expand its operations in Africa with the anticipated addition of over 50 properties and more than 9,000 rooms by the end of 2027. The company’s growth strategy includes the expected entry into...
The A+List: The 220 Best Architecture and Design Firms Worldwide in 2025
Architizer
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June 30, 2025
Architizer is thrilled to announce the world’s best architecture firms in 2025 — all winners of the 13th Annual A+Awards! This year’s program reflects a decisive shift in architectural thinking — one that embraces local craftsmanship, regional...
An Artsy Visit To Providence, Rhode Island—‘The Creative Capital’
Forbes
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Gage Prentiss Edward Mitchell Bannister public sculpture in Providence, RI. Bannister Community Art Project. Providence considers itself “The Creative Capital.” “Capital” is straightforward enough as Rhode Island’s capital city. “Creative”...
EasyJet flight makes unexpected return to UK airport after mid-air incident
Derby Telegraph
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July 1, 2025
An easyJet flight was forced to return to a UK airport following an "extraordinary circumstance" that the airline described as "out of our control". The EZY2159 service from Manchester to Izmir in Turkey only made it as far as Norfolk before it...
Three URI alumni selected for Fulbright U.S. Student Program
The University of Rhode Island
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June 30, 2025
KINGSTON, R.I. – June 30, 2025 – A recent University of Rhode Island graduate and two alumni have been selected for prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards. Selected by the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship...
Aviation: BAGASOO expands mandate, introduces $1 passenger safety levy
The Sun Nigeria
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June 30, 2025
West Africa’s aviation safety improves from 40% to 63% From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Banjul Accord Group Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Organisation (BAGASOO) has introduced a $1 passenger safety levy as part of major reforms to enhance...
Karoline Leavitt reads handwritten note Trump sent to 'too late' Fed Chair Jerome Powell including brutal troll
Daily Mail
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June 30, 2025
By GEOFF EARLE, DEPUTY U.S. POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 16:19 EDT, 30 June 2025 | Updated: 17:23 EDT, 30 June 2025 President Donald Trump is finding novel ways to try to pressure Fed chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates – this time...
President of EBID urges graduates to champion problem-solving innovation for Africa’s growth
Joy FM
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June 30, 2025
The Chancellor of the Nobel International Business University (NiBS), Dr George Agyekum Donkor, has urged graduates to champion innovation and advance policies that not only address Africa’s most pressing challenges but also safeguard the...
TUI Hotels & Resorts contributes to growth in Africa with strong leisure hotel brands
Breaking Travel News
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June 20, 2025
TUI Group continues to expand its hotel business worldwide and pursues ambitious plans to support the African hospitality industry. With its 12 leisure hotel brands, TUI offers unique experiences for holidaymakers and invites them to enjoy the...
Smartwings adds Bilbao and Toulouse to expanding winter schedule
Aviation24.be
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June 23, 2025
Smartwings will launch two new routes from Prague this October: Bilbao, Spain, starting October 24, 2025, with flights on Mondays and Fridays, and Toulouse, France, starting October 25, 2025, with flights on Wednesdays and Saturdays. These...
TUI Group Expands African Hotel Portfolio
Rus Tourism News
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June 26, 2025
TUI Group’s expansion of its hotel portfolio across Africa marks a bold commitment to growing its footprint in the continent’s dynamic hospitality industry. With a diverse lineup of 12 leisure hotel brands, TUI is offering travelers unique ways to...
Live music bringing Fortress to life
The Portugal News
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Organised by the City of Silves with the support of the Armação de Pêra Parish Council, the initiative begins on July 5th and runs until August 23rd, with shows scheduled for 10pm and free admission. The program is comprehensive and diverse,...
New map reveals where specific climate change policies are active
Environment Journal
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June 25, 2025
From carbon pricing to net zero emissions, the graphic shows which countries are leading the way on progressive regulations. Based on data from REN21 — a policy network and a multi-stakeholder governance group which focuses on low carbon an...
At BAMS Festival, the full spectrum of Black culture takes the stage
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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When introducing the headliners of Saturday’s Boston Art & Music Soul (BAMS) Festival, stage emcee Monique “Mo Phila” Powe compared the lineup to a complete plate of soul food. She said North Carolina underground rappers Little Brother, who are...
African Fencing Championships: Nigeria records historic win as Egypt dominates 23rd edition
Premium Times
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June 29, 2025
Nigeria’s women’s epee team celebrated a historic milestone at the 23rd African Fencing Championships, securing their first-ever win in the competition to finish in the top five. The five-day tournament, hosted at Charterhouse, Lagos, concluded...
Africa’s hospitality boom: Are we building fast enough?
Zawya
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Africa’s hospitality sector is booming — but is development keeping up with demand? That was the key question tackled by a panel of industry leaders at the Future Hospitality Summit Africa 2025, held from 17 to 19 June at The Westin Cape Town....