Nigerian AI artist creates a fashion show for elderly people | CNN
CNN — A fashion show that features elderly people as models is a rarity. One with elderly Black African models is even rarer. Perhaps that’s why Nigerian visual artist Malik…
‘We’re humans’: P-Square on their breakup, reuniting and a new album in the works | CNN
CNN — Before music streaming was popular, Nigerian group P-Square was already among the pioneers of the sound now dubbed Afrobeats. Twin brothers Paul and Peter Okoye have experienced both…
Their son was banned from school for 3 years because of his dreadlocks | CNN
CNN — For years, Alli Nansolo grappled with whether to cut his son’s dreadlocks or not. Although it is not a legal requirement in Malawi, an unwritten policy enforced across…
As the West surges toward electric cars, here’s where the unwanted gas guzzlers go | CNN
Cotonou, Benin CNN — Standing on the stony ground in the bustling Fifa Park car lot, Rokeeb Yaya is haggling over the price of a dark red car. It is…
Africa may need its own central medicines agency, says Aspen Pharmacare CEO | CNN Business
London CNN — When Africa needs medicines, all too often the continent must look abroad. African nations consume about 25% of vaccines produced globally, but import nearly 99% of their…
Supreme Court seems sympathetic to postal worker who didn’t work Sundays in dispute over religious accommodations | CNN Politics
CNN — The Supreme Court seemed to side with a former mail carrier, an evangelical Christian, who says the US Postal Service failed to accommodate his request to not work…
Family of victim and survivors of Indianapolis FedEx mass shooting file lawsuit against gun magazine manufacturer and distributors | CNN
CNN — The family of a victim and several survivors of a mass shooting at a FedEx facility in Indianapolis filed a lawsuit against companies involved in the manufacturing, marketing…
Google-parent stock drops on fears it could lose search market share to AI-powered rivals | CNN Business
CNN — Shares of Google-parent Alphabet fell more than 3% in early trading Monday after a report sparked concerns that its core search engine could lose market share to AI-powered…
Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back | CNN Business
Washington, DC CNN — Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back after the banking crisis fueled recession fears. Retail sales, which are adjusted for seasonality but…
Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color | CNN Business
CNN — When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color…
‘A definitive backslide.’ Inside fashion’s worrying runway trend | CNN
CNN — Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it’s clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. Across…
The $500 billion beauty industry’s ‘green’ ambitions are a patchwork at best. And they’re falling short | CNN
CNN — The escalating climate crisis is shifting many people’s purchasing patterns and this extends to the $500 billion dollar global beauty industry which is grappling with a range of…
Britain’s pound is beating every other major currency this year | CNN Business
London CNN — The British pound crashed to a record low last fall as investors rebelled against budget plans by former Prime Minister Liz Truss. Now, it’s enjoying a comeback.…
The four astronauts NASA picked for the first crewed moon mission in 50 years | CNN
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — Astronauts who will helm the first crewed moon…
Micron Technology: China probes US chip maker for cybersecurity risks as tech tension escalates | CNN Business
Hong Kong CNN — China has launched a cybersecurity probe into Micron Technology, one of America’s largest memory chip makers, in apparent retaliation after US allies in Asia and Europe…
Rewakening the ‘inflation monster,’ OPEC+ moves to send US gas prices higher | CNN Business
New York CNN — OPEC and its allies’ surprise move to slash oil production will soon be felt at US gas pumps. The group known as OPEC+ announced Sunday it…
Video shows moment of deadly explosion at cafe in Russia | CNN
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Study finds slightly higher risk of autism diagnosis in areas with more lithium in drinking water, but experts say more research is needed | CNN
CNN — A new study found a moderately higher risk of autism spectrum disorder in children born to pregnant people exposed to tap water with higher levels of lithium, but…
This boiled bag of offal is banned in the US. In Scotland it’s a fine-dining treat | CNN
CNN — Anthony Bourdain loved haggis. But even the late, great American chef, writer and television host recognized that Scotland’s national dish, with its “sinister sheep parts” wrapped in a…
HSBC’s top execs face tense shareholders calling for a breakup | CNN Business
Hong Kong CNN — HSBC’s top brass defended their strategy Monday to frustrated shareholders in the lender’s largest market, as Europe’s biggest bank continued to face calls to be split…
French minister under fire for Playboy magazine cover | CNN
CNN — French government minister Marlene Schiappa has come under fire from members of her own party after appearing on the front cover of Playboy magazine. Schiappa, who has been…
China Renaissance suspends trading, delays results after founder’s disappearance | CNN Business
Hong Kong CNN — China Renaissance, a top dealmaker in the country’s tech industry, said it would suspend trading of its shares and delay the release of its annual results…
Angélique Kidjo becomes the third artist from Africa to be awarded prestigious music prize | CNN
CNN — Five-time Grammy winner Angélique Kidjo has been announced as one of three 2023 Polar Music Prize recipients, putting the Benin-born singer-songwriter in rare company. Founded in 1989 by…