- January 1, 2026
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Xcel Energy tests drones for power line inspections in Colorado
An Xcel Energy drone. Credit:CBS Xcel Energy recently tested cutting-edge drone technology in Colorado with the goal of speeding up restoration times when lines may have been deactivated because of…
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Away From the Battlefield: The Agony of African Women in Russia’s Illicit Drone Manufacturing Program
Russian President Vladimir Putin inspects a drone and munitions factory on the outskirts of Moscow. Credit:Reuters A deeply troubling new report has recently been uncovered about how young African ladies…
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A Brief Spotlight on Angola
Angolan flag. Credit: Wikipedia Angola, a southern African country with a population of about 36 million, is about twice as big as France. Angola is the second-biggest oil producer in…
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The Iran-Israel conflict and it’s implications for Africa
The Israeli Iron Dome air defence system fires to intercept missiles during an Iranian attack over Tel Aviv on 15 June, 2025. Credit: Reuters The entire Middle East is bracing…
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- January 1, 2026
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Auditor supports Denver Labor staff unionizing
Denver Auditor Timothy O’Brien addressing members of the Denver City council. Credit:Denver Post The auditor for the city of Denver is backing the unionization campaign among employees in a division…
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- January 1, 2026
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Historic “MILE LONG TABLE” Coming to Denver In July
Longer Tables, a non-profit organization that believes in the power of shared meals to connect people, will be holding the first-ever “Mile Long Table” in Denver this summer. The “Mile…
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A Brief Spotlight on Somalia
Somalian President Hassam Sheikh Mohamud. Credit: BBC Somalia, officially the Federal Republic of Somalia, is a country in the Horn of Africa. The country is bordered by Ethiopia to the…
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- January 1, 2026
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Images of Africa Day Celebrations 2025
Africa Day, also known as African Liberation Day, is an annual celebration on 25 May. It commemorates the founding of the African Union on 25 May 1963. The African Union…
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Namibia marks inaugural Genocide Remembrance Day with call for reparations
Germany has acknowledged early 1900s genocide of Herero and Nama people, but reparations remain elusive. Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Vice President Lucia Witboo light a ceremonial candle as the…
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- January 1, 2026
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Colorado sign news laws to address state’s affordable housing crisis
It’s an open secret that Colorado is currently at a crossroads in its housing crisis. People experiencing homelessness, low-income renters and aspiring homeowners have all been significantly impacted by the…
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