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Good Morning, it's Sunday, April 6. Africa may get its first-ever AI factory, we're getting honest about minoxidil use on natural hair and Pharrell Williams has curated an exhibition on black femininity in Paris. Also, the “Liberation Day” tariffs have finally hit and will have long-term impacts on shifting global alliances between countries.
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🌙 Moon At Risk: Asteroid 2024 YR4 was once a threat to Earth, but scientists say there's still a 2% chance it could collide with the Moon in 2032.
🤖 Africa's First AI Factory: Cassava Technologies has teamed up with NVIDIA to build Africa's first AI factory, giving African businesses access to high-speed computing.
🇮🇳 Waqf Bill Debate: India's Muslim minority is protesting against the Waqf Bill, which the government says will improve transparency. Waqf boards will have to show valid documents to claim property and allow judicial intervention in disputes.
Lake Victoria Turns Green: Untreated industrial waste from companies has left Africa's largest freshwater lake green with harmful algae blooms.
👩🏾🚀 Women In Space: Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen and Gayle King are making history as part of Blue Origin's first all-female flight, an 11-minute journey to space.
🇰🇪 Kenya's Skate Vision: George Zuko is the president of Kenya's Skateboarding Society, a group with dreams of pushing Kenya to the Olympics come 2028.
As you have likely heard by now, Donald Trump has introduced new tariffs on imports, and there is much discussion about the impact this could have on the Global South. These “reciprocal” rates will have an especially harsh impact on developing countries. For example, India now faces a 27% tariff, while Cambodia and Sri Lanka were hit with 49% and 44% respectively. South Africa has been struck with a 31% duty, and Lesotho has been hit the hardest, with a whopping 50%. What you need to know:
The ripple effects demonstrate how much global growth still relies on US consumption even though China is now a top export destination for so much of the world.
Impact on US-Africa trade: Experts say the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) framework which saw African countries export duty free to the US is as good as dead.
Reclaiming agency in Asia: China, South Korea and Japan held their first economic dialogue in five years last week to discuss growing regional trade.
Tariff exemptions: The blow has been reduced for countries like India, Singapore and Japan due to tariff exemptions for their key manufacturing sectors with substantial exports to the US (like pharmaceuticals and semiconductors).
Do Spray Sunscreens Work? They are convenient, but they may not offer enough protection. Dermatologist Dr. Yong recommends using them as a top-up instead.
Having trouble getting your makeup to last? Golloria swears by using two setting sprays – a hydrating one to blend and a mattifying one to seal it all in.
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Minoxidil's Hidden Risks: Minoxidil works like a charm for hair growth but comes with risks like unwanted hair growth and scalp stickiness. Trichologists recommend avoiding it if your scalp isn't in its best state.
For Your Baby Hairs: Edge control is essential for sleek styles, and these formulas provide lasting hold without flakes, crunch, or buildup.
Normalizing Micro-Retirement: A study by Harvard Business Review found people with career breaks returned to the desk even more creative and focused.
Fitness Secrets at 60: Viola Davis is body goals, and her mix of chest presses, tricep extensions, and dumbbell punches is going straight into our workout routine. Her goal? Staying fit and dodging Diabetes type 2.
Expert-approved Pilates Moves: Can’t make it to a reformer Pilates class? Here are eight tested and trusted moves you can do at home, no equipment required.
Pharrell William’s latest art exhibition, FEMMES, features 39 artists and pays homage to Black women. On till April 19th at the Perrotin Paris.
Untamed Heart is Laila Khan Furniturewalla’s first solo show in 18 years, where she explores identity and transformation.
From art that explores the patriarchal history of the bra to one with a floating world, here is a lineup of thought-provoking art shows you need to see in India this month.
Jenee Naylor’s New House: Creator Jenee Naylor takes us on a tour of her modern and cozy home featuring pieces from several Black-owned local artists.
Global Influences: Architect Melvyn Kanny’s home embraces concrete aesthetics while drawing inspiration from the family’s years in Africa.
Moving Abroad: If you've been thinking of moving abroad, here's a list of countries perfect for Black people with lower cost of living, a welcoming atmosphere, and quality life.
Tokyo Hotspots: Japanese F1 driver Yuki Tsunoda shares his must-visit spots in Tokyo – Asakusa for views, Osoba no Kouga for noodles, and Tsukiji Outer Market for fresh seafood.
Today is National Carbonara Day, and we’re exploring ways to make this delicious, cheesy meal with unexpected twists.
Watch Tayo Aina visit the only Nigerian living in Yakutsk, Russia, where temperatures drop to as low as -71°C/ -96°F. The Siberian city is also home to the coldest inhabited town in the world, Oymyakon.
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