Today, the Art of Contemporary Africa (AOCA) opens its doors at the Minnesota Street Project in Dogpatch, marking the launch of the city's first Pan-African contemporary art gallery in San Francisco. AOCA is led by Craig Mark and acclaimed South African photographer Clint Strydom, and is dedicated to presenting leading and emerging artists from Africa […]
Judith Wilson Shadzi's children's book, “The American Cat and the Persian Family,” tells the enchanting tale of Zeeba, an American farm cat who finds a new life with a Persian family. Shadzi is a published author, award-winning artist, and businesswoman with degrees in Consumer Economics and Iranian Studies, as well as a Master of Education; […]
Judith Wilson Shadzi's children's book, “The American Cat and the Persian Family,” is set to be featured on a major Broadway billboard on February 13, 2026, introducing Zeeba's charming story to readers across the country. This special display highlights the heartwarming journey of a Nebraska-born cat discovering a new life with a Persian family in […]
Renowned microbiologist and medical diagnostics executive Mehdi Alem, PhD, releases “Wormhole Pass (189 Minutes): A Science Fiction Story,” an ambitious and mind-expanding novel that explores the boundaries between universes, the fragility of identity, and the mysteries that lie beyond human understanding. - - In this gripping science fiction narrative, a brilliant scientist makes a discovery […]
Madison and Evan took home the silver medal for their impressive performance at the 2026 Olympics ice dance competition. Learn about their relationship off the ice here!