Kenya man sets himself ablaze over harsh economic conditions
A man in Mombasa, Kenya, set himself on fire on Thursday in a protest against Kenya’s economic difficulties. He climbed a statue in a busy area and ignited himself, supposedly…
South Africa’s Founders Factory Africa raises $114 million to fund African startups
Founders Factory Africa, a South African venture builder, has obtained an extra $114 million in funding to grow its hybrid tech startup investment model throughout the continent. TechCrunch reported that…
McDonald’s was all NFL’s Chad Johnson could afford growing up, today he owns 3 franchises
Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson, the former NFL wide receiver, attributes his great football career to McDonald’s. Today, he is the owner of three McDonald’s locations in Miami, Indiana, and Cincinnati. Johnson…
Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman becomes first woman president and CEO of America’s first zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo, America’s first zoo, announced it has appointed Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman as its next president and CEO. According to The Philadelphia Tribune, Mogerman’s appointment makes her the zoo’s…
Meet the model turned shoemaker Armando Cabral
Armando Cabral is a model turned entrepreneur in the luxury shoe space. At the height of his modeling career, he graced international runways, premiering for brands like Dior, Calvin Klein…
NBA’s James Harden shocked he sold out 10,000 bottles of his wine in seconds in China
NBA player James Harden is reeling from the shock of selling out his branded wine during a Chinese live stream event. The event, hosted by online celebrity Crazy Brother Yang,…
10-year-old Mississippi boy placed in cell for peeing behind his mother’s car
A 10-year-old boy from Mississippi was arrested for public urination after he was caught peeing behind his mother’s car. His mother, Latonya Eason, was at a lawyer’s office when a…
After a life-threatening experience, father creates app to help people find shelters during a tornado
Robert Washington has created a storm shelter app called Shelter Share in order to ensure that no one else had to go through the terrifying shelter-in-place experience he had in…
Deaf Nigerian dancers defying stereotypes, proving that deaf can dance
In Nigeria, public performances featuring deaf artists are uncommon due to a lack of opportunities for people with disabilities to engage in cultural and artistic events. But, deaf amateur dancer…
Comedian Katt Williams praised after sponsoring Melba Moore’s $75K Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Broadway star and singer Melba Moore, at the age of 77, received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a significant achievement in her career. This honor came…