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Bay Area musician connects to his roots with a West African instrument

Amid Black History Month celebrations in February, some local musicians say they are finding more opportunities at various venues to share their work and stories.

CBS News - Mar. 3

"The Dish": Chef Eric Adjepong on his new restaurant and sharing West African cuisine

"Top Chef" alum Eric Adjepong is taking on new roles as a restaurant owner and cookbook author. In an exclusive interview for "The Dish," the rising chef shares his journey and passion for bringing ...

CBS News - Mar. 11

West Virginia’s governor is latest politician to look deeply unserious after NCAA postseason snub

West Virginia governor Patrick Morrisey wants to root out corruption at the NCAA. But mostly he wants his constituents to cheer him on.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

A reason to root for each driver, a question facing every team

Before the season kicks off, we bring you a reason to root for all 20 drivers, and the issues facing all 10 teams.

ESPN - Mar. 10

Trump Offers South African Farmers Expedited Citizenship

The president falsely claimed on social media that the South African government was confiscating farmland, echoing previous statements that the country was mistreating white people.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Is Elon Musk rooting for a government shutdown?

In just over 48 hours, the government will partially shut down unless Congress can pass a continuing resolution. New reporting from Wired finds Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency ...

CBS News - 6d

What's behind Trump offering White South African farmers U.S. citizenship?

Trump says he'll offer White South African farmers "safe refuge" as U.S. citizens, but do they actually want it?

CBS News - Mar. 10

East African Housekeepers Face Rape, Assault and Death in Saudi Arabia

East African leaders and Saudi royals are among those profiting off a lucrative, deadly trade in domestic workers.

The New York Times - 2d

France begins handing over military bases to Senegal

France has handed control of two military facilities to Senegal, beginning the formal process of withdrawing its military presence from the West African country amid its waning influence in the region

ABC News - Mar. 7

Chicago Cubs notes from Tokyo: Matthew Boyd’s roots to Japanese baseball — and a healthy Julian Merryweather

TOKYO — Matthew Boyd’s appreciation for baseball’s popularity in Japan and its stars can be traced to his roots. Boyd grew up roughly 30 minutes outside Seattle and became a big Mariners fan when ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Fossil Fuels Are the Future, Chris Wright Tells African Leaders

Chris Wright’s remarks were welcomed at a time when countries across the region have felt whipsawed by cuts to longstanding African energy initiatives.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

Trump admin. expels South African ambassador, accuses him "race-baiting"

Marco Rubio declared South African envoy Ebrahim Rasool persona non grata and accused him of being a "race-baiting politician who hates America."

CBS News - 1d

Athol Fugard, South African political dissident playwright, dies aged 92

A giant of political drama, Fugard captured the injustices of apartheid in works such as Sizwe Banzi Is Dead and The Island. The South African playwright and director Athol Fugard, whose works ...

The Guardian - Mar. 9

State championship coach remembers Russell roots

Thirty-three years ago, a senior girl at Russell High School came excruciatingly close to getting a coveted taste of a Sweet Sixteen. Now 333 miles away, Amy Sarratt has coached her girls ...

Yahoo Sports - 29m

Judge declines to block DOGE from taking over African development agency

A federal judge on Tuesday declined to block the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from taking over the U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF). U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ...

The Hill - Mar. 12

Rubio declares South African ambassador to US 'persona non grata' over Trump comments

Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared South African ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool “persona non grata” and accused the diplomat of being a “race-baiting politician” over his recent ...

The Hill - 4d

A look at his coaching roots from Marty to 'BYA' to Spurrier

Schottenheimer's first head coaching gig is with the Cowboys, but his coaching style began as a QB in high school.

ESPN - Mar. 9

These 5 Problems at Elon Musk’s Businesses Are Rooted in His DOGE Work

The time and focus Musk has dedicated to slashing federal jobs has sent investors and customers bolting from Tesla stock and cars, adding to other business for the divisive CEO.

Inc. - Mar. 11

US and Israel approach African countries to resettle Gazans

Idea of displacing Palestinian population has been widely opposed, including by countries being approached

Financial Times - 4d

African players in Europe: Brilliant Marmoush strikes for City

Omar Marmoush scored for Manchester City in a 2-2 Premier League draw with Brighton at the weekend, then said he was confident of a top-four finish and Champions League football next season.A ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Skyview boys down West for AA boys title

Mar. 16—BOZEMAN — The Billings Skyview Falcons are flying high. The Falcons claimed the AA boys state championship over their rival Billings West Saturday 48-46. Shaydon West had a chance to tie ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Comparing the West Virginia resume to the bubble

As of today West Virginia is still included in the NCAA Tournament field and perched around 10-12 depending on the bracket.We examine some of the other teams on the bubble to see how the resumes ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Hill a massive addition for West Virginia in the 2027 cycle

West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez made it clear that Western Pennsylvania will be a priority area in recruiting.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

NCAA Snapshot for the West Virginia basketball team

Looking at where the West Virginia basketball program sits in regards to a trip to the NCAA Tournament.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

West Virginia will not play in any postseason tournaments

West Virginia will officially not be participating in any postseason tournaments. If that wasn't obvious by their omission from the brackets of the NIT and Crown, it became so when Athletic ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

West Virginia carrying a swagger with them into Big 12 play

Through 16 games, West Virginia has only fallen in just one of those games. West Virginia hits the road this weekend, and they do so as they're set to open Big 12 Conference play, facing Oklahoma ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

West Virginia claims overall team title at NCAA rifle championships

The West Virginia Mountaineers claimed the 2025 NCAA national rifle championships Saturday. The title is the first for West Virginia since its string of five straight national championships was ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

West Virginia enters difficult stretch for evaluation, decisions

West Virginia will have six remaining practices after the break including the Gold-Blue Showcase with a magnifying glass during that time on evaluation of the current roster. The House Settlement ...

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Porter inherits talented West Virginia RB room

West Virginia has a new running backs coach, in the experienced Larry Porter. Porter, a 27-year coaching veteran, came to Morgantown after previously serving as the running backs coach and special ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Thousands displaced as Israel continues fighting in West Bank

As the ceasefire in Gaza remains shaky, Israel is still carrying out what it calls Operation Iron Wall in the West Bank. The fighting has displaced thousands and could last for a year, Israel's ...

CBS News - 2d

Athol Fugard, South African Playwright Who Dissected Apartheid, Dies at 92

In works that included “Blood Knot,” “Sizwe Banzi Is Dead” and “The Island,” he exposed the realities of racial separatism in his homeland.

The New York Times - Mar. 9

US declares South African ambassador ‘persona non grata’

Secretary of state Marco Rubio expels Ebrahim Rasool after he criticised Donald Trump in an online lecture

Financial Times - 4d

Trump Tries to Use White South Africans as Cautionary Tale

The president and his allies accuse South Africa of discriminating against and killing white people, and warn that it could happen in America if attempts to promote diversity aren’t stopped.

The New York Times - 4d