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In Grammy spotlight, Khruangbin wants to ‘let the music speak for itself’
1 week, 3 days ago

In Grammy spotlight, Khruangbin wants to ‘let the music speak for itself’

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — If you think your Spotify playlist is getting a little too long, consider the one shared by the members of Khruangbin. “We lose Mark sometimes for a small period of time because he’s on an anthropological dig,” says bassist Laura Lee. Drummer Donald “DJ” Johnson finishes her thought: “For the quintessential Chinese funk.” The mainly instrumental Khruangbin’s …

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Felix Contreras' favorite albums and songs of 2024
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Felix Contreras' favorite albums and songs of 2024

NPR  

Felix Contreras' favorite albums and songs of 2024 toggle caption Natalie Rhea/Courtesy of the artist I say this every year, but it does become more true: The width and breadth of what we loosely call Latin music is astounding. Consider the stylistic gaps in these top 10 lists: Mexican American country/Americana, jazz, Puerto Rican folk music, Barcelona-based experimental acoustic music, …

Jazz Piano Christmas 2024
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Jazz Piano Christmas 2024

NPR  

Jazz Piano Christmas 2024 toggle caption Jati Lindsay/Courtesy of The Kennedy Center The holiday theme for Jazz Piano Christmas this year was definitely for the adventurous among us. The Herald Angels Sing," then Kris Davis explored the full range of the piano's tonalities while recasting "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" for the sold out audience at the John F. …

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Top Places to Propose in South America
1 month ago

Top Places to Propose in South America

LA Times  

South America’s Best Spots to Pop the Question: Stunning Locations for an Eternal Experience South America has various landscapes, cultures, and gorgeous places that can create the perfect setting for a fantastic proposal. Here are a few of South America’s top locations for proposals: Couple dressed in ponchos watching the ruins of Machu Picchu Peru’s Machu Picchu The Reason It’s …

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Zoe Saldaña’s Spanish-speaking role in ‘Emilia Pérez’ was a long time coming, says the star
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zoe Saldaña’s Spanish-speaking role in ‘Emilia Pérez’ was a long time coming, says the star

CNN  

CNN — Zoe Saldaña has already given us so much – emotionally pivotal characters in three bestselling film franchises, on top of a long list of TV and movie credits – her role in Netflix’s genre-busting new thriller/musical hybrid “Emilia Pérez” feels like icing on a very rich cake. “I was very much like, ‘Well, that’s okay, I’m going to …

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Africa and Asia Set to Revive Afro-Asia Cup, Spark a Cricket Battle Between the Titans
2 months ago

Africa and Asia Set to Revive Afro-Asia Cup, Spark a Cricket Battle Between the Titans

Firstpost  

The Afro-Asia Cup is set to make a comeback, with discussions between the Africa Cricket Association (ACA) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) exploring cross-continental opportunities. Should the tournament be revived, players from India and Pakistan could feature for the Asia XI side, marking a significant return to the sport between the two nations.

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The Follow-Up to One of 2024’s Best Games May Never Happen
2 months ago

The Follow-Up to One of 2024’s Best Games May Never Happen

Wired  

Abubakar Salim possesses the kind of optimism actors require. Concurrently, online mobs decry the inclusion of people of color or those from marginalized groups in games, calling it “forced diversity”; if these games underperform, conspiracists point to these titles as an indication that representation equates with failure, ignoring the ongoing and nuanced challenges the industry faces. When Salim released Zau …

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U.N. Blocks South Africa's Bid to Exit the Organization
2 months ago

U.N. Blocks South Africa's Bid to Exit the Organization

The Hindu  

The United States, Britain and France cast a triple veto to save South Africa from expulsion from the United Nations. The Afro-Asian bloc claimed a moral victory, as the resolution received 10 votes in the 15-member council, one more than required for a majority. However, the Soviet Union and China were among the ten who abstained, leaving South Africa safe …

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None of the 4,000 emojis feature Afro hair – these students could change that
2 months, 2 weeks ago

None of the 4,000 emojis feature Afro hair – these students could change that

The Independent  

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‘They thought it was ok to touch my Afro hair’: Black woman says she was seen as a ‘curiosity’ at work
2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘They thought it was ok to touch my Afro hair’: Black woman says she was seen as a ‘curiosity’ at work

The Independent  

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How one Afro-Colombian community honors their ancestry
2 months, 3 weeks ago

How one Afro-Colombian community honors their ancestry

NPR  

How one Afro-Colombian community honors their ancestry toggle caption Nathalia Angarita for NPR It's Spy Wednesday, almost 6 a.m. At the shipyard port in Buenaventura, the major port city in Colombia's Pacific region, the last wooden boats are about to depart for the Afro-Colombian communities along the Yurumanguí River. toggle caption Nathalia Angarita for NPR toggle caption Nathalia Angarita for …

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Mel B backs campaign for emojis with Afro hair on mobile devices
3 months ago

Mel B backs campaign for emojis with Afro hair on mobile devices

The Independent  

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Indian philosophical teachings should be part of school curriculum, says Venkaiah Naidu
3 months, 1 week ago

Indian philosophical teachings should be part of school curriculum, says Venkaiah Naidu

The Hindu  

Former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu, during the centenary celebrations of eminent philosopher Acharya Kotha Satchidananda Murthy, held at Acharya Nagarjuna University in Guntur, highlighted the need to look towards Indian philosophy as a solution to many global challenges. Speaking at a special seminar organised by the Professor Satchidananda Murthy Centre for Studies in Afro-Asian Philosophy, Mr. Naidu stressed that Indian …

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4 myths about curly hair, busted by the experts
3 months, 1 week ago

4 myths about curly hair, busted by the experts

The Independent  

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OKAN: Tiny Desk Concert
3 months, 2 weeks ago

OKAN: Tiny Desk Concert

NPR  

OKAN: Tiny Desk Concert This Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, NPR Music celebrates artists from all corners of Latinidad with an 'El Tiny' takeover. Co-leaders Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne lead their five-piece band through the melodic and rhythmic celebration of their heritage with a sense of fun that can mask the intensity of the musicianship. From the opening chant …

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Milan Fashion Week closes with a gala promoting sustainability
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Milan Fashion Week closes with a gala promoting sustainability

Hindustan Times  

MILAN — Milan designers wrapped up six days of runway womenswear previews with a gala award ceremony at Milan's famed Teatro alla Scala to honor innovations in sustainability. This week also marked the second edition of the Black Carpet Awards, honoring excellence among people of color living and working in Italy as a means of promoting equity. Black Carpet awards …

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Hundreds march in Brazil to support religious freedom as cases of intolerance rise
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Hundreds march in Brazil to support religious freedom as cases of intolerance rise

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Practitioners of different religious traditions …

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Revival of Afro-Asia Cup in works with Jay Shah on board: Report
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Revival of Afro-Asia Cup in works with Jay Shah on board: Report

India TV News  

A revival of the Afro-Asia Cup is on the horizon, not for the first time but a lot of things have to go right for that to happen. An Africa XI vs Asia XI three-match ODI series took place in 2005, followed by 2007 and that was the only time when something like this took place. It was set to …

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Beating their own drums
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Beating their own drums

China Daily  

Musician Zhu Jianping will be on stage at the 2024 NCPA Percussion Festival. On Sept 24 and 25, two concerts will be staged featuring music pieces composed or adapted by Liu Heng, principal percussionist of the China NCPA Orchestra, with chamber music ensembles of various sizes. One of the original music pieces composed by Liu is titled Vermilion Bird, for …

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Mel B joins a campaign calling for a new UK law to bar Afro hair discrimination
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Mel B joins a campaign calling for a new UK law to bar Afro hair discrimination

Associated Press  

LONDON — Former Spice Girl Mel B is among dozens of Black Britons urging Parliament to update the country’s equality laws and prohibit Afro hair discrimination. In an open letter to lawmakers on Tuesday, campaigners including Mel B, singer Beverley Knight and lawmaker Paulette Hamilton called for the U.K. to introduce a law to recognize Afro hair as a protected …

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Mel B joins a campaign calling for a new UK law to bar Afro hair discrimination
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Mel B joins a campaign calling for a new UK law to bar Afro hair discrimination

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Spice Girl Mel B is among dozens …

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Strikers franchise to appear as NY LAGOS Strikers in upcoming Zim Afro T10 edition
4 months ago

Strikers franchise to appear as NY LAGOS Strikers in upcoming Zim Afro T10 edition

Hindustan Times  

Harare, : The New York Strikers are now renowned as one of the few international franchises, to have played across continents, showcasing their competitive spirit in all tournaments they have been a part of. Strikers franchise to appear as NY LAGOS Strikers in upcoming Zim Afro T10 edition The team is now beginning a new chapter as NY Lagos Strikers …

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I upgraded my haircare routine with this brand – and the shine is unrivalled
4 months ago

I upgraded my haircare routine with this brand – and the shine is unrivalled

The Independent  

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Mariah Carey's complicated relationship with her mom revealed as diva mourns TWO deaths in family
4 months, 1 week ago

Mariah Carey's complicated relationship with her mom revealed as diva mourns TWO deaths in family

Daily Mail  

Mariah Carey is grieving following the death of her mother Patricia Carey and her sister Alison on the same day. Mariah Carey's relationship with her mom, Patricia Carey, was complicated; pictured in February Patricia, who is also mom to Mariah and Alison's brother Carey, was an opera singer. Following her family members' deaths, the record-breaking music artist said in a …

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