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As the dust settles from President Trump's trade policy upheaval, one undeniable focal point remains: China. As the world's second-largest economy and the United States' largest trading partner, China has been at the center of Trump's long-standing accusations about unfair trade practices. "World leaders were 'kissing his ass,' dying to do a deal," Trump remarked at the National Republican Congressional Committee's President's Dinner, just hours before new tariffs went into effect. However, one leader who certainly wasn’t…

Imagine receiving the pinnacle of recognition in your field, only to find yourself pigeonholed into the very stereotypes you were trying to break free from. This has been the bittersweet reality for trailblazing actresses like Hattie McDaniel, Rita Moreno, and Miyoshi Umeki. Despite their historic wins at the Academy Awards, they found themselves often cast in reductive roles such as maids or the docile housewife. It's a poignant reminder of how Hollywood has frequently confined…

The Rise of African Women in Leadership There’s a palpable shift occurring in Africa that coincides beautifully with International Women's Day (IWD) celebrations. This wave of change sees more African women stepping up to leadership roles, echoing the IWD’s message of gender equality and empowering women in decision-making positions. In 2025, the IWD campaign theme, "Accelerate Action,” rings especially true for this movement. The theme underlines the necessity of hastening gender equality, particularly in…

How Hormuud Telcom has shaped life in Somalia in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic MOGADISHU, Somalia - Probably the most reliable and efficient telecommunications company in the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hormuud Telecom, a leading privately owned telecommunications company based in Mogadishu, has played a critical role throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, which continues to wreak…