Lt. Gen. Mohamed Hamdan, the leader of a notorious paramilitary force fighting for supremacy in Sudan’s civil war, is not the president of his country. Yet on a recent whirlwind tour of six African nations, he was treated just like one.Some of the continent’s most powerful leaders rolled out the red carpet for General Hamdan after he arrived on a luxury jet for meetings in late December and early January, having swapped his military fatigues for business suits. In Kenya, traditional dancers waited at the plane steps. In South Africa, he sank into an armchair beside a smiling President Cyril…
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In the intense war of words over the Israel-Gaza war, a particular phrase has popped up repeatedly. At protests, on fliers and in some mainstream publications, it is common to see Israel described — or more likely, assailed — as a “settler-colonial” state.The concept of settler colonialism originates in academia, where its use has surged over the past two decades, whether in case studies of particular places or sweeping master narratives that purport to explain everything since Columbus. It has also been widely taken up on the activist left, invoked in discussions of gentrification, environmental degradation, financial capitalism and other…
Home » Spanish Grammar » 7 Essential Advanced Spanish Grammar Tips and Tricks for Learners Imagine being able to master advanced Spanish grammar to the point where you feel confident carrying out seemingly impossible feats of Spanish grammar. It’s even possible to speak Spanish like a native speaker, if you just dedicate some time every day toward this goal. I’m here to teach you some advanced Spanish grammar tricks and have you on your way to becoming a Spanish grammar master! These mini-lessons will help you tackle some of the trickier aspects of grammar with more ease, such as the…
Peppa Pig celebrates 20th anniversary with Peppa’s Cinema Party! This year Peppa Pig celebrates her 20th anniversary and to mark such a huge occasion she is throwing the most epic party ever – and all of her friends are invited! (That’s YOU!) Featuring the voices of Katy Perry as Ms. Leopard and Orlando Bloom as Mr. Raccoon in an episode of the 3-part Wedding Party story, the whole family can enjoy 10 never-before-seen Peppa Pig episodes! And with 5 brand new songs, as well as 11 interactive entertainment shorts with Peppa and her friends playing, dancing and singing in the…
This month we’re giving away a copy of ‘The Fixer’ a novel from The Villian Series by Lee Winter. If you’re new to the series, here’s what you need to know about the first book…A naive activist is hired by a corporate villain but doesn’t realize it. Cue one awkward farce, a twisty puzzle, and the slowest of slow burns in this opposites-attract, ice queen romance. Nine years ago, aloof, icy Michelle Hastings chose career over love. She’s now living with that choice as she rules a secret corporation catering to the rich and powerful. Enter Eden Lawless. The guileless…
As we embrace the new year, it’s the perfect time for picture book writers to reflect on their writing journey and set meaningful resolutions. Whether you’re a seasoned author or just starting your picture book adventure, the beginning of the year offers everyone a fresh canvas to explore new ideas and hone your craft. However, the task of resolutions can prove daunting. Here are a few suggestions to get you started. Set Clear Writing GoalsBegin the year by establishing clear and achievable writing goals. Consider setting targets for the number of manuscripts you aim to complete, submission goals, or even specific…
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken touched down on a remote African island chain before heading on to the Ivory Coast on Monday, kicking off a four-nation swing through the continent intended to show the Biden administration’s continued interest in Africa amid major conflicts in the Middle East and Europe.A cool Atlantic breeze blew across the dusty port in Praia, Cape Verde’s capital, as Mr. Blinken noted that the facility there had been expanded and modernized with nearly $55 million in U.S. aid, making it what he called “a much stronger gateway to Africa for us and for so many…
Home » Spanish Grammar » 18 Essential Spanish Grammar Rules Every Learner Needs to Know (Plus Examples) Does Spanish grammar make you sweat? Do you want to construct and understand native-sounding sentences? If so, I’m here to help! In this guide, you’ll find 18 essential Spanish grammar rules, covering everything from Spanish gender and pluralization to sentence structure and verbs! Contents Download: This blog post is available as a convenient and portable PDF that you can take anywhere. Click here to get a copy. (Download) 1. Feminine and Masculine Nouns Nouns in Spanish are either feminine or masculine. We use…
This month we’re giving away a copy of A Positive Birth: The Dad’s Guide To Hypnobirthing & Becoming A Confident Birth Partner. This is part of the DADDILIFE books collection which are always excellent. This is the Hypnobirthing book for dads, and is underpinned by over 20 interviews with dads around the world who have been through Hypnobirthing, and offer a range of unique insights to help dads in their own personal journey to becoming the best Hypnobirthing partner they can be.If you would love to be in with a chance to WIN find out how to ENTER below…
For decades, Uganda’s campaign against H.I.V. was exemplary, slashing the country’s death rate by nearly 90 percent from 1990 to 2019. Now a sweeping law enacted last year, the Anti-Homosexuality Act, threatens to renew the epidemic as L.G.B.T.Q. citizens are denied, or are too afraid to seek out, necessary medical care.The law criminalizes consensual sex between same-sex adults. It also requires all citizens to report anyone suspected of such activity, a mandate that makes no exceptions for health care providers tending to patients.Under the law, merely having same-sex relationships while living with H.I.V. can incur a charge of “aggravated homosexuality,”…