Egypt Unveils Grand Egyptian Museum Next to Giza Pyramids
A new citadel of memory rises beside the Great Pyramid
Just a short walk from the ancient silhouette of Khufu, a modern glass-and-stone landmark opened its doors to the public this week: the Grand Egyptian Museum, known simply as GEM. With room for some 100,000 objects spanning roughly 7,000 years of history, the complex is being presented not only as the world’s largest archaeological museum but as a statement of national pride and a fresh engine for tourism.
The building’s broad terraces and sunlit atrium create a…
Peace Protects Health: Deadly Cholera Surge Mostly Preventable
Conflict, poverty and collapsing services: why cholera is surging again
"Peace is health," World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus repeats in briefings, a blunt reminder that infectious disease is not merely a biological problem but a political and social one. In late August 2025, WHO warned the world that cholera is resurging — and that the drivers are familiar: armed conflict, broken water and sanitation systems, deepening poverty and strained vaccine supplies.
The warning is not abstract.…
Former President Trump Meets Japan’s Emperor After Landing in Tokyo
Trump’s Asia swing seeks a truce — and perhaps a headline-grabbing handshake
In a carefully choreographed arrival that mixed pomp with negotiating urgency, US President Donald Trump landed in Tokyo on the latest leg of a five-day tour of Asia that officials hope will yield a pause, if not a full settlement, in the bruising trade fight with China.
Wearing a gold tie and blue suit, Trump offered the kind of broad-shouldered pageantry that has marked his foreign trips — fist pumps on the tarmac, a helicopter lift for a…
6 Dietary Guidelines to Reduce Belly Overhang After Age 45
Flatten Your Stomach After 45: Six Simple Eating Habits for a Healthier You
As we age, life brings a myriad of changes, both physically and emotionally. One common concern for those over 45, particularly women who have given birth or individuals who've lost weight, is the so-called "stomach overhang." While genetics and hormonal changes can play a role, there are actionable steps you can take to enhance both your health and the appearance of your abdomen. Recently, I had an enlightening conversation with Sahar Berjis, RD,…
EU Sends Naval Vessel to Somali Coastline Amid Rising Piracy Threats
EU Sends Warship as Somali Coast Sees New Wave of Pirate Activity
MOGADISHU — The European Union has dispatched a warship to waters off Somalia after a recent spate of suspected pirate attacks threatened one of the world’s busiest shipping corridors, marking a worrying return of the maritime menace that once plagued the Horn of Africa.
Early this week armed assailants attempted to board a commercial tanker sailing along the Somali coastline, maritime security sources told international media. The incident came amid reports…
Uganda releases two Kenyans following Mudavadi’s diplomatic protest to Museveni
Kenyan activists freed in Uganda after month-long disappearance, easing a tense diplomatic standoff
Two Kenyan activists who vanished in Uganda after attending an opposition rally have been released and escorted to the border, ending a month-long ordeal that rattled families, stirred public outcry, and tested the quiet resilience of East Africa’s tight-knit diplomacy.
Photos shared by Kenyan officials on Friday showed Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo being received by Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda, Joash Maangi, before…
Boakai’s Dismissal of Key Liberian Officials Sparks Concern
Political Shifts in Liberia: A Changing Landscape Under President Boakai
In a dramatic turn of events, President Joseph Boakai of Liberia has reshaped the government's landscape by dismissing senior officials, sparking a wave of uncertainty among cabinet members and agency heads. This unexpected upheaval has not only alarmed those directly affected but has also raised broader questions about the direction of Boakai’s presidency. As the dust settles, the political implications of these moves could resonate far beyond the…
Cameroon Opposition Chief Escapes Amid UN Appeals for Serenity
Shadows of Suppression: Protests and the Fight for Democracy in Cameroon
The recent presidential election in Cameroon has ignited a maelstrom of unrest that stretches far beyond the simple question of leadership. With President Paul Biya officially declared the victor for another term, the streets of this central African nation have transformed into battlegrounds, erupting in protests and lamentations echoing the aspirations of a populace yearning for change. The scene is not just one of frustration, but of profound…
Egypt Unveils Grand Egyptian Museum Next to Giza Pyramids
A new citadel of memory rises beside the Great Pyramid
Just a short walk from the ancient silhouette of Khufu, a modern glass-and-stone landmark opened its doors to the public this week: the Grand Egyptian Museum, known simply as GEM. With room for some 100,000 objects spanning roughly 7,000 years of history, the complex is being presented not only as the world’s largest archaeological museum but as a statement of national pride and a fresh engine for tourism.
The building’s broad terraces and sunlit atrium create a…
Peace Protects Health: Deadly Cholera Surge Mostly Preventable
Conflict, poverty and collapsing services: why cholera is surging again
"Peace is health," World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus repeats in briefings, a blunt reminder that infectious disease is not merely a biological problem but a political and social one. In late August 2025, WHO warned the world that cholera is resurging — and that the drivers are familiar: armed conflict, broken water and sanitation systems, deepening poverty and strained vaccine supplies.
The warning is not abstract.…