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South African premiere of Buddha in Africa at DIFF

This delicately observed documentary about a Malawian teenager, caught between his African roots and Chinese upbringing, was chosen as the opening night feature for the Encounters Documentary Festival in Cape Town and Johannesburg, where it also received a …

South African premiere of Buddha in Africa at Durban International Film Festival Africa

Buddha in Africa, directed by KwaZulu-Natal-based filmmaker, Nicole Schafer, has been selected in the International Documentary Competition at the 40th Durban International Film Festival (18 to 28 July) for the second leg of its South African premiere. …

New on Netflix: ‘Pieces of a Woman’, ‘History of Swear Words’ and more

Vanessa Kirby and Shia LaBeouf’s intense drama, and Nicolas Cage’s proudly profane series are among the highlights coming to the platform soon Here is a full list of new titles releasing over the next two weeks: Avail 25/12/ 2020 Bridgerton Hoping …

‘Nigeria’s sports need honest leadership, not system, to grow’

    Football’s bronze is Nigeria’s only medal at the Olympic Games since London 2012 edition of the competition. ‘We need to go back to sports commission model’ Sport is one aspect of human existence that has continuously evolved. All over the world, the …

Kobe, RBG, Chadwick Boseman, Alex Trebek: Remembering Those We Lost in 2020

In a year defined by a devastating pandemic, the world lost iconic defenders of civil rights, great athletes and entertainers who helped define their genres. Many of their names hold a prominent place in the collective consciousness — RBG, Kobe, Maradona, …

Zimbabwe sports stars shine amid Covid-19 pandemic

THE outbreak of the global Covid-19 pandemic at the beginning of the year did cast its dark shadow over the 2020 sporting season. Some sport codes lost at least four months while others resumed after eight months. In Zimbabwe contact sports such as …

Medieval martial arts brings sword duels to South Africa

Ups and downs of Filipino MMA fighters in 2020

Filipino mixed martial arts fighters experienced their highs and lows of their career in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic that put the sporting world at a standstill. ONE Championship’s trip to the Philippines last January 31 became the first and last …

Martial Arts team to compete at World Champs

THE Namibian Sports Martial Arts team (NSMA) has qualified to compete at the International Sport Karate Association World Championships at Coronado Springs, Orlando Florida next week in what is touted to be the world's most prestigious martial arts …

Announcement: EFC’S Dricus du Plessis extends his partnership with CM Trading

Johannesburg, 01 August 2020: South Africa’s EFC champion Dricus du Plessis has extended his partnership with South Africa’s largest online broker, CM Trading. Du Plessis has served as CM Trading’s official brand ambassador since 2019, coinciding with the …

Final goodbye: Recalling influential people who died in first half of 2020

In a year defined by a devastating pandemic, the world lost iconic defenders of civil rights, great athletes and entertainers who helped define their genres. Many of their names hold a prominent place in the collective consciousness — Kobe, Little Richard, …

Gabriel Sipapate: From the judo mat to the rugby pitch

BY DANIEL NHAKANISO ZIMBABWE rugby prop Gabriel Sipapate has been one of the country’s flag bearers in Spanish rugby union, starring for three different clubs in the second tier División de Honor B since his move to the European country in November 2017. …

Martial Art Experts Grace Glo-CNN African Voices

Three experts in martial arts will this week grace the studios of African Voices, a magazine programme of the Cable News Network (CNN), sponsored by digital transformation network, Globacom. These include Kamarudeen Usman, a boxer from Auchi, Edo State, …

Finding Taiwan a true home, South African colorist obtains citizenship - Feature

By Joseph Yeh, CNA staff reporter "Every time I travel overseas with my family, we always use different passports, my wife and kid have Taiwan passports but not me," Paul Hanrahan told CNA during a recent interview when asked about why he applied …

North-east oil worker teams up with a friend to launch Scottish rum firm in heart of whisky region

Jim Ashley and his business partner Patrick Maris are bringing rum to the north-east and Highlands with their new product launch. A north-east oil and gas worker has teamed up with his friend to bring a new Scottish rum to the market. Outlaw Rum, which …

United against the execution of Navid Afkari

The Iranian regime’s execution of champion wrestler Navid Afkari on September 12, 2020 for his peaceful protest against government corruption thrust athletes – especially those from Iran and Israel – into the global spotlight. Adding additional notoriety …

Second hat-trick for De los Santos

For the second time in a month, world No. 1 e-kata fighter James De los Santos recorded another single day haul of three gold medals as he ruled three karate online tournaments. Results from three finals came out Monday night as De los Santos won the third …

Coming to Netflix in January: Cobra Kai S3, Departed, Goodfellas, More

Netflix has announced the series and films that are arriving on the service in January including the third season of Cobra Kai films, The Departed, Goodfellas, and more. You can see the full list below, which also includes Enter the Dragon, Guy Ritchie’s …

Sports: Losing grasp in core advantage

Last week, the national U-20 team crumbled like a pack of cards at the WAFU B U-20 competition. The West Africa Football Union (WAFU) event was a qualifier for the Africa U-20 Nations Cup billed to take place in Mauritania next year where the African …

OwnersBox is Bringing Weekly Fantasy Sports to Tennessee Participants

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA , March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OwnersBox, an innovative sport-tech company behind the new Weekly Fantasy Sports (WFS) platform, is ecstatic to announce that their game is available to fantasy sports players in …

Hollywood Producer, Bryan Kestner, Surveys Palm Beach County for New Equestrian Unscripted Show

Sources Confirm: Kestner Spotted in Wellington, FL, and Palm Beach Restaurants such as Swifty's WELLINGTON, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hollywood Producer notable for creating Planet Hollywood and Bravo …

The CBD Haven Weekly Product Feature - NuLeaf Naturals 1800mg Full Spectrum Oil

Industry leading CBD retailer, The CBD Haven, inc. is delighted to announce this weeks featured product - NuLeaf Naturals 1800mg Full Spectrum CBD Oil. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Industry leading CBD …

The Isophit & Kinvent Partnership Aims to Improve the Isometric Strength of Billions of People Throughout the World.

We believe that our partnership can help influence the lives of billions of people while saving nations trillions of dollars in avoidable healthcare expenses. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Press Release: It is with …

2021 King Salmon Limits Announced for Waterfall Resort Alaska

Waterfall Resort Alaska announces 2021 King Salmon limits for nonresidents announced by Alaska Department of Fish and Game. KETCHIKAN, ALASKA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Waterfall Resort Alaska announces the 2021 King …

Andy Cole, Wesley Brown, Emile Heskey & Stan Petrov in Sun Gardens Dubrovnik with Campioni Soccer Academy

Professional football children training in Dubrovnik, Croatia with UK sporting legends DUBROVNIK, CROATIA, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Croatia’s 5-star resort Sun Gardens Dubrovnik will be hosting this summer UK’s Campioni Soccer Academy …

A real humanitarian persona, The Nigeria royal prince, Adepoju Olaoluwa Itunu’s feats are astonishing

An active social worker, he is a contemporary romance novelist and author, with over 5 books, which have proven to be bestsellers. USA, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Belonging to a royal family, Adepoju Olaoluwa Itunu is the Nigerian …

Nizzolo returns to Paris-Nice as Henao makes Team Qhubeka ASSOS debut

Team Qhubeka ASSOS (www.TeamQhubeka.com) has named an exciting lineup for Paris-Nice which starts on Sunday, featuring a return for Giacomo Nizzolo, who took a stunning stage victory at the race in 2020, and a debut for Colombia’s Sergio Henao. The eight- …

Africa’s WorldTour team partners with UK safety app leaders

Busby, the UK’s leading micro-mobility safety app, founded in Liverpool has today announced their partnership with Team Qhubeka ASSOS (www.TeamQhubeka.com), Africa's only UCI WorldTour cycling team. Ride safe with us, sign-up here: https://bit. …

Russell Jack, Southland Based Yoga Guru, Suggests That More New Zealanders Are Embracing Mental Health in 2021

Russell Herbert Jack, Southland based yoga expert, discusses recent wellness trends in New Zealand. Kiwis are prioritizing their mental health in 2021. INVERCARGILL, SOUTHLAND, NEW ZEALAND, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There is no doubt …

Animal Wellness Action Applauds Bryan County Sheriff for Raiding Major Cockfighting Pit in Texoma Region

Dozens of major cockfighting kingpins continue to operate in the Sooner State. OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oklahoma City — Animal Wellness Action (AWA) applauded Bryan County Sheriff Johnny …

Lebron James and Kevin Durant Draft Team Rosters for 2021 NBA All-Star Game

Team LeBron: Drafts Giannis Antetokounmpo No. 1 Overall;  Stephen Curry, Luka Dončić and Nikola Jokić Complete Starting Lineup ; Team Durant: Drafts Kyrie Irving No. 2 Overall; Joel Embiid, Kawhi Leonard, Bradley Beal and Jayson Tatum Complete Starting …

Wild Pansy Releases Orgasm Matters

Second Title of New Imprint for Sex and Human Sexuality BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ORGASM MATTERS, by well-known sexual researcher and facilitator Dr. Steve Bodansky, has been released by Wild Pansy, a new …

Port Angeles Amputee to Compete in North Olympic Discovery Marathon, Raise Funds for Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Dana Lawson, an amputee and survivor of domestic abuse, will turn her pain into purpose by running the Discovery Marathon, raising funds for other survivors. PORT ANGELES, WA, USA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Port Angeles resident, Dana …

JOINT STATEMENT FROM OAKLAND (CA) AREA CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

Five Chambers – One Oakland OAKLAND, CA, USA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oakland African American Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Chinatown Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Latino Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce …

NORTH HOLLYWOOD’S PREMIER AXE THROWING VENUE REOPENS With a Plot Twist

North Hollywood, CA: Today, LA AX announced they will be reopening - with a plot twist - to make axe throwing COVID-safe and more fun than ever NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, LA AX …

Introducing Benefit Weekly

Rookieplay announces “Benefit Weekly” – brand new article series packed with best practices, guides, and tips for job seekers. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We at Rookieplay are super excited to announce “ …

PERFORMA Custom Launches 3 New Colors for Shaker Cups

PERFORMA Custom offers personalized fitness products for authentic customer relationships. SANBORN, NY, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PERFORMA Custom is excited to launch 3 new colors of Shaker Cups for companies to help …

New Study Suggests Semen cuscutae May Repair Spermatogenic Dysfunction Related to Male Infertility

Studies show Semen cuscutae extract may support men’s sexual and reproductive health by improving the availability and use of testosterone in the male body. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A January 2020 study in …

Possibly the Most Valuable Pair of 1985 Michael Jordan Game Worn Rookie Shoes Estimated at Over $1,000,000 at Auction

Rare Chance To Own Possibly The Finest Known Pair of 1985 Michael Jordan Signed Rookie Shoes BEIJING, HEBEI PROVINCE, CHINA, March 4, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1985 Michael Jordan Signed Game Worn Rookie Shoes Expected to Bring $1,000,000+ …