Nigeria is facing its worst economic crisis in decades, with skyrocketing inflation, a national currency in free-fall and millions of people struggling to buy food. Only two years ago Africa’s biggest economy, Nigeria is projected to drop to fourth place this year.The pain is widespread. Unions strike to protest salaries of around $20 a month. People die in stampedes, desperate for free sacks of rice. Hospitals are overrun with women wracked by spasms from calcium deficiencies.The crisis is largely believed to be rooted in two major changes implemented by a president elected 15 months ago: the partial removal of fuel…
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A search is underway for a missing aircraft carrying the vice president of the southeastern African country of Malawi and nine other people, the country’s government said on Monday.The vice president, Saulos Chilima, was traveling on a Malawi Defense Force aircraft that took off at 9:17 a.m. Monday from the capital, Lilongwe. But it missed a scheduled landing at an airport in the north of the country, less than an hour’s flight away.The aircraft was unable to land because of poor visibility caused by bad weather, Malawi’s president, Lazarus Chakwera, said in a televised address. The pilot was instructed to…
Book Review of Play Outside with MeSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written by Kat Chen Illustrated by Lorraine Nam Ages 1-3 | 24 Pages Publisher: Rise x Penguin Workshop | ISBN-13: 978-0593659731 What to Expect: Interactive, Friendship, Social Skills, Imagination, and Nature Appreciation Play Outside with Me is an interactive board book that not only encourages but celebrates the joys of outdoor play for young children. Written by Kat Chen and beautifully illustrated by Lorraine Nam, this engaging story follows Sam and his friend Squirrel as they invite the reader to join them in various…
If you loved The Gruffalo, don’t miss the sequel, The Gruffalo’s Child, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours – now in a new West End production! Join the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book. One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he? The team behind The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- & 91-Storey Treehouses…
Many Models There is a decent list of luxury and posh cars to choose from in Dubai when planning a trip in the city. This is because Renty has many Lamborghini models that suit distinct vacation driving interests. You will find cars with different colors, seat capacities, and customizations that are great for aesthetics. These cars will make your vacation in Dubai memorable by allowing you to take captivating photos when visiting different tourist destinations in the city. Besides, you will also find other prominent luxury car models like:MercedesRolls-RoyceBentleyBMWBugattiAudi Ferrari PorscheGreat Affordability You will find cars for hire in Dubai at affordable costs compared to…
By Melissa Stoller This June, jump into writing practices that will make your stories soar. Here are a few exercises to get you started: Canva Image1) Jump into five minute brainstorming sprints. Set a timer, and write down all the story ideas that come to mind. 2) Jump into ten minute writing sprints. Set a timer, and write without editing yourself. Just write. 3) Jump into fifteen minute revising…
The vice president of Malawi and nine other people were killed when their plane crashed in bad weather, the country’s president said on Tuesday.The plane carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima went missing on Monday morning, prompting a huge search operation in the southeastern African country.In an address to the nation, the president, Lazarus Chakwera, said that rescue workers had discovered the wreckage in thick forest in the north of the country and that there were no survivors.“Words cannot describe how heartbreaking this is,” Mr. Chakwera said from the government’s headquarters as a member of Mr. Chilima’s political party wept loudly.…
This is an interview about Share Faire Famous and No School, My Rules!, presented in partnership* with Stephanie Henson and The Children’s Book Review. In this captivating interview, we delve into the creative world of a multifaceted children’s author, Stephanie Henson, who has two new books: Share Faire Famous, a middle grade novel exploring the challenges faced by a former internet-famous baby navigating middle school, and No School, My Rules! a lyrical picture book that takes readers on a journey through the eyes of a child questioning the need for school. Stephanie shares the unique inspirations behind these stories, her…
The fastest growing family circus spectacular, CIRCUS The Show, is headed back to Adelaide for the Glenelg Winter Arts Festival. STEP RIGHT UP, STEP RIGHT UP! Prepare to enter a world of whimsical wonders where your imagination will soar like never before, in this completely re-imagined family circus spectacular! Sure to astound and amaze the entire family, ‘CIRCUS’ is the latest trailblazer in children’s entertainment; featuring world-class illusions, impressive feats of acrobatics, mind-boggling juggling stunts poised high above the stage, and enough side-splitting comedy to send any grown man running for the toilet! Don’t miss out on your chance to…
This month we’re giving away a copy of Aziza’s Secret Fairy Door and the Mermaid’s Treasure.Here’s a sneak peak…Aziza is excitedly packing her suitcase ready to go on holiday when she finds sand and seashells from the fairy door all over her room! Before long, she is stepping through the door and out onto Shimmerton’s beach, where naughty fairies, the Gigglers, are causing havoc by accidentally awakening an ancient shell-walker who has been asleep for many years under the sand. Everyone scatters as the shell-walker grows bigger and bigger. What can be done? Aziza’s new mermaid friend might just know…