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Senegal’s surfers are making waves globally, thanks to its pristine beaches, welcoming community, and culture that celebrates the ocean’s rhythm.
Along Senegal’s sun-drenched Atlantic coast, a surfing revolution is unfolding. With its 700km coastline of palm-fringed beaches and powerful swells, this West African nation has quietly become a pilgrimage site for wave riders worldwide. But Senegal offers far more than just perfect barrels—it’s a place where surfing intertwines with traditional fishing culture, pulsating sabar drum rhythms, and the mouthwatering aroma of thieboudienne cooking in beachside shacks.
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Sneakers have really turned into more than just a pair of shoes; they’re like a whole culture now. From basketball courts to fashion scenes, sneakers have made a big impact on style and society. Some pairs really shine and have become symbols of their times. These iconic kicks haven’t just changed trends; they’ve influenced music and even sparked global conversations.
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Adventure travel for beginners starts with research and preparation. Choose a destination that matches your interests and fitness level.
Embarking on your first adventure trip can be thrilling yet daunting. Start by identifying what excites you most—whether it's hiking, kayaking, or exploring cultural sites. Research your chosen destination thoroughly to understand the terrain, climate, and local customs. Equip yourself with essential gear and ensure you are physically prepared for the activities ahead.
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On Monday, Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay became the first Black rider to win a Tour de France stage.
Girmay said his sprint win in the mostly flat third leg was “for all Africans.”
“We must be proud now. We are really part of the big races,” he said. “Now it’s our moment. It’s our time.”
Before the podium celebration, Girmay went over and greeted Eritrean fans waving their country’s green, red and blue flag.
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Many corporate inclusivity programs fall short and workplace stress is on the rise among those who are Black, Indigenous and people of colour. There are solutions, so why is progress so slow?
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Featuring the work of three African photographers, Thandiwe Muriu, art Verrips and Daniel Obasi, and themed "More than Us," the 2024 calendar is dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the Giuseppe e Pericle Lavazza Foundation, a non-profit that supports
international sustainability projects in coffee-cultivating countries.
"I am so excited by opportunities to provide conversation around Africa and this amazing continent. But the theme itself, for me, was so powerful," said 33-year-old Kenyan photographer Thandiwe Muriu. "I live in a very communal culture, and our way
of life is 'More than Us' - you are always your neighbor's keeper, and I deeply connected with that."
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Jean-Michel Basquiat is set to be the subject of a new feature documentary, King Pleasure, from Val and Pepsi, Where’s My Jet? producer Boardwalk Pictures and Quinn Wilson, former creative director for Lizzo.
The estate of the legendary artist is on board the project and has granted full access to archival material and original works of art, allowing it to be a mash-up of never-before-seen home movies, notebooks, photographs, animation, and interviews.
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Afro-textured hair is stereotyped and stigmatized around the world. Even in places where there are protections against race-based hair discrimination, Black women bear the brunt of the burden when it comes to hair bias.
In some areas, legislation is being enacted to counteract the prevalent hair discrimination many people face within workplaces and schools. An important piece of U.S. legislation that’s setting a precedent for other protections is the CROWN Act, which stands for creating a respectful and open world for natural hair. It provides protections against race-based hair bias, prohibiting discrimination based on hair texture and protective styles including braids, twists, and locs. Although 20 states have adopted the legislation, hair discrimination is not prohibited at a federal level in the U.S.
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Despite the growth of STEM, women, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ students are still underrepresented. Explore our resource hub to help prepare tomorrow’s diverse workforce.
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Toronto’s Black residents received an apology from the city’s interim police chief on Wednesday as the force released previously unseen race-based data showing disproportionate use of force on them, although the gesture was immediately rejected by some.
Interim chief James Ramer said the force needs to do better.
“As an organization, we have not done enough to ensure that every person in our city receives fair and unbiased policing,” he said at news conference. “For this, as chief of police and on behalf of the service, I am sorry and I apologize unreservedly.”
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A new network will support research excellence, mentorship and collaboration among Black scholars at U of T
For immigrants to Canada from Africa and the Caribbean who can’t get access to traditional loans, the answer to their financial needs is sometimes each other. A group of acquaintances will come together to create what is essentially an informal banking co-operative.
To academics, this practice is known as a “rotating savings and credit association” or ROSCA. The groups are little-known to most Canadians, but Caroline Shenaz Hossein, an associate professor of global development and political science at U of T Scarborough, has spoken with hundreds of members of these associations in Canada and the Caribbean for a book she’s writing. (In Jamaica, the associations are known as “pardnas” and, in Trinidad, “susus.”)
Source: University of Toronto Magazine
