Tyson the alpaca could hold the key to developing a process to block the coronvirus. FRANCE 24’s Catherine Norris-Trent and James André report from the prestigious Karolinsa Institute in Stockholm.
Swedish scientists are working on a radical Covid-19 blocker involving alpacas
At number 17, South Korea is up six spots from last year, on the best-country-to-live-in list
A U.S. nonprofit organization has ranked South Korea as the 17th best country to live in. This is based on a survey of one-hundred-sixty-three countries by the group Social Progress Imperative. At […]
Why are leaders slacking on COVID-19?
After a COVID-induced hiatus, Gabbing with Gayle is back, but with a slightly different backdrop. Since coronavirus is still in full swing, our CEO Gayle comes to you from her new dining […]
Oscars sets new diversity rules for movies to qualify for ‘Best Picture’
From 2024, for a movie to be nominated for an Oscar as ‘Best Picture’, it must meet a new set of diversity standards both on camera and behind the scenes. The move […]
Denmark and Sweden responded differently to the pandemic – How did they fare?
Countries around the world have pursued different strategies to cope with the coronavirus pandemic. While many implemented shutdowns, including Denmark, nearby Sweden took a different approach, trusting citizens to follow social-distancing guidelines […]
11-year-old donates over 22,000 diapers to single moms
Cartier Carey noticed a shortage of diapers during the pandemic and decided to set-up a lemonade stand in Hampton, Virginia, to help.
Afghan refugee makes masks for entire French village
Hamidullah, a 23-year-old Afghan refugee, wanted to protect his adopted French village from COVID-19. So he went to work on his sewing machine and made more than 1,000 protective masks, enough for […]
Nile Rodgers – The Story Behind “I’m Coming Out”
The story and inspiration behind ‘I’m Coming Out’ – the song that became an anthem. Listen to Nile Rodgers selection of Pride Classics, including ‘I’m Coming Out’ and more 🎶: https://lnk.to/PrideAnthems
JAPAN CUTS 2020
JULY 17–30, 2020 North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese cinema returns for its unprecedented 14th edition as an entirely virtual experience. Featuring a diverse slate of 30 feature films and 12 […]
“Blacks’ Britannica” (1978 banned film on immigration and racism)
This documentary was produced by Musindo Mwinyipembe and David Koff for the Public Broadcasting (PBS) affiliate in Boston, Massachusetts. PBS refused to air the film as the creators intended, and instead broadcast […]
The largest analogue synthesizer in the world
Ever wondered what your brain activity would sound like? Well, artist and neuroscientist Angie Coombes wondered as well and to find an answer she has converted her brainwave activity into sounds with […]
Vaccine Update: Who’s leading in creating an effective coronavirus vaccine?
News last week of a promising coronavirus vaccine candidate from Pfizer and German firm BioNTech prompted ecstatic headlines. The vaccine was developed in record speed. According to a BioNTech, initial tests show […]
Seoul City hosts virtual fashion show to celebrate ‘Hanbok Day’
Today, October 21st, is ‘Hanbok Day,’ designated by the government, as its name suggests, as an occasion to celebrate and wear Korea’s traditional clothing. The city of Seoul held a fashion show […]
The woman who ferries patients in a school bus
Neelam Singh had been driving a school bus for 18 years when the pandemic struck. Schools shut as India went into lockdown but case numbers continued to climb, especially in Mumbai city […]
Sean Ono Lennon lit up the Empire State Building sky blue for John Lennon’s 80th Birthday
On the eve of JOHN LENNON’s 80th birthday, the John Lennon Estate, the Empire State Building and Universal Music Group paid tribute to his life and legacy by lighting up the world-famous […]
BTS, BLACKPINK grab all top 3 spots on Billboard chart
Billboard yesterday said the remix of “Savage Love” by the K-pop sensation in collaboration with New Zealand producer Jawsh 685 and American pop star Jason Derulo topped the Billboard Global 200 chart. […]
Seoul City starts “Thank you so much!” campaign
The people of Seoul have borne the brunt of South Korea’s social distancing measures in recent months, since the capital area is where the cases have been concentrated. And so the city […]
Peru opens Machu Picchu for single Japanese tourist
Peru has opened Machu Picchu for a single Japanese tourist, who has been stranded in the Latin American country for more than seven months during the coronavirus pandemic.
New Order – ‘Blue Monday’ the song that changed music forever
New Order discuss their track ‘Blue Monday’, the writing process behind it and the legacy it holds.
SAINT LAURENT – WINTER 2020
SAINT LAURENT – WINTER 2020 YSL34 by ANTHONY VACCARELLO DIRECTED by JUERGEN TELLER Saint Laurent releases the campaign video of the Winter 2020 collection. Featuring talents Laetitia Casta & Freja Beha Erichsen. […]
