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Five Zebras Still on the Lam in Maryland After Escape
Everyone loves zebras; the beautiful horselike denizens of Africa that have jaunty black and white stripes are a perennial favorite in wildlife parks around the world and of course with those who are fortunate enough to go on an...
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“Glimmer of Hope” for Africa as First Malaria Vaccine Approved
World Health Organization Director Tedros Adhanom Ghedbreyesus stepped out to recommend the world's first malaria vaccine to people after the organization had approved the vaccine. Ghebreyesus called this a "historic moment" after the United Nations health agency's vaccine advisory group...
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Greece to Train Libyan Coast Guard, Expand Investments in Libya
Greece announced it will begin training the Libyan Coast Guard on Monday, as part of a broader effort to expand its ties with the north African country. This announcement comes just a day after the Libyan Investment Authority signed a...
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Uganda’s Greek Orthodox Metropolitan Jonah Lwanga Laid to Rest
Hundreds of faithful, members of the Greek Orthodox hierarchy and Uganda officials gathered on Monday for the funeral of Metropolitan Jonah Lwanga who died earlier in September. A Greek flag was draped over the coffin of the spiritual leader of...
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King of Insta Hushpuppi Among the Worlds’ Biggest Fraudsters
Ramon Abbas, a Nigerian social media influencer known to his followers as "Hushpuppi," has been paying for his luxury lifestyle with organized crime. Abbas--who has nearly 3 million Instagram followers-- is currently up against a 20 year prison sentence. Abbas...
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Archbishop of Uganda Orthodox Church, Jonah Lwanga, Passes Away
The Uganda Orthodox Church announced on Sunday that Archbishop Jonah Lwanga passed away at an Athens hospital where he was receiving treatment. No details were released on the cause of his death. Jonah Lwanga was the spiritual leader of more...
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Volcano, Climatic Instability Caused Destruction of Hellenistic City in Egypt
The hiatus in Berenike, a Hellenistic city in Egypt, was a combination of volcanic eruptions and drought, scientists say
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2,200-Year-Old Fruit Baskets Found in Underwater City of Heracleion
Fruit baskets -- with fruit still inside -- that are more than 2,200 years old were discovered in Heracleion, the ancient lost city of Egypt.
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George Stravelakis: The Enslaved Greek who Became Ruler of Tunisia
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George Stravelakis, sometimes called "Halkias," was an enslaved Greek man from the island of Chios who rose to become the Prime Minister of Tunisia in the 1860s. By Antonis Chaldeos Stravelakis was born in 1817 on the island of Chios. During the...
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World Powers Call for Withdrawal of Foreign Troops from Libya
US Secretary of State Blinken arrived in Berlin for a meeting with German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas prior to the Libya peace talks.
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The Greek Actor Who Became a Star in Uganda, Africa
A Greek actor and photographer has been making a name for himself in Africa, where he has become a breakout star.
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There’s a Complex History of Skin Lighteners in Africa and Beyond
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An estimated four out of 10 women in Africa use skin lightening products, a risky process that dates back to ancient times.
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The Turbulent Story of Greeks in South Africa
Greeks in South Africa managed to rise socially and prosper, with several of them becoming very successful and wealthy.
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Migrant Crisis: Children’s Bodies Washed Up on Libyan Beaches
Disturbing photographs came to light on Tuesday showing children's bodies (including babies and toddlers) washed up on a Libyan beach.
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EU Supports Africa With €1 Billion to Tackle COVID-19 Pandemic
Africa's Covid-19 struggle will be supported with over €1 Billion and expertise from Europe, the European Commission announced. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on Friday at the G20 Global Health Summit in Rome a Team Europe initiative...