Author: Lornett Vestal
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe

BRICS expansion sparks joy in Africa “You can see the deliberate effort to represent Africa regionally,” Chitanga told DW. “South Africa being from Southern Africa, they [BRICS] have added Ethiopia from East Africa and Egypt from North Africa,” he noted, adding that the move would represent African interests more broadly and inclusively #BRICS #Africa #economy #trade Minnesota…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe

FIFA suspends Spain soccer federation president Luis Rubiales for 90 days after World Cup win kiss His tenure has been marked by moves to modernize Spanish soccer as well as scandal. He revamped the Copa del Rey to make it a shorter and more exciting competition. But his overhaul of the Spanish Super Cup, which…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe

23-Year-Old Kezia Asiedua Sanie Becomes Youngest Member Of Board Of Trustees For Head Of State Awards Scheme. ” It’s more than just a title to me – it’s a chance for me to help expand the initiative to reach thousands of young people to make positive changes in their lives by helping them to reach…
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The Evolved Man of the Week: Rene J. Rodriguez

Welcome to the Evolving Man Project’s “Evolved Man of the Week” profile. Each week we will highlight an individual that embodies what it means to be an evolved person, famous and non-famous individual alike. The world needs to know their stories and deeds. This week’s honor goes to the Texas native and U.S. Army Soldier,…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe

ECOWAS leaders say all options open in Niger, including ‘use of force’ The bloc also said it would enforce all measures, in particular, “border closures, travel bans, and assets freeze, on all persons or groups of individuals whose actions hinder all peace efforts in ensuring the smooth and complete restoration of constitutional order”. #NigerCoup #NigerCrisis…
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This Is 40

40 Year Old NOT a Virgin A decade ago, I hit 30- years old. A milestone that many folks in my community will never get to experience. When I turned 30, I was dealing with serious mental health struggles. I was suffering in silence but was encouraged to seek help. My career wasn’t in order,…
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The Week in Stories Around the Globe

200 Members of Congress Vow Not to Interfere If UPS Workers Strike “All workers, including UPS Teamsters, deserve fair wages, safe conditions, and decent benefits,” said Sen. Bernie Sanders. “If a bargaining agreement can’t be reached, we will not intervene if UPS workers strike.” #UPS #WorkersRights #Solidarity #UnionStrong A spicy taste of freedom in China…


