Africa: Global Fund, Pepfar Announce Coordinated Effort to Reach 2 Million People With Lenacapavir for Prep to Significantly Reduce Global HIV Infections

Looking to start a new Christmas tradition? Consider wrapping Christmas-themed movies or books to randomly choose and enjoy each day, engaging in Christmas crafts with the family, or participating in a reverse advent calendar by donating items to charity. Other ideas include decorating Christmas cookies, buying or making an annual ornament, sleeping under the tree on Christmas Eve, and capturing festive photos on Christmas morning. At Caxton, daily fresh news is generated by humans, not...

When travelling with medication, it's important to research destination-specific regulations, carry necessary documentation, and adhere to quantity allowances and controlled substance regulations. Always pack medication in your carry-on, use a pill organiser, keep high-schedule medication in original packaging, protect from extreme temperatures, and bring extra medication in case of delays. Following these tips ensures a smooth and safe travel experience for those needing to take medication while on the go. Full Article

The ExxonMobil Jr. NBA League Angola Finals saw Instituto Medio de Administração Gestão (Boston Celtics) emerge as champions in both girls' and boys' divisions after seven months of competition, attended by Sylvia Fowles. The league, operated by PanAfricare, reached over 12,000 youth and included an educational STEM program focused on teamwork and sports science, with executive quotes praising the program's impact on promoting basketball and integrating STEM education for Angolan youth. Full Article

The Group of Friends of the WHO Academy reaffirms its commitment to supporting the WHO Academy to strengthen health workforce skills and achieve universal health coverage. They encourage global partners to provide funding, staff support, and cooperation to enhance the Academy's impact and address the global shortage of health workers. The group emphasizes the importance of collaboration and lifelong training for healthcare professionals to build resilient health systems and ensure access to quality healthcare for...

During the December holidays, parents face the challenge of balancing work commitments with keeping their kids entertained, often resorting to screen time. Arno Jansen van Vuuren of Futurewise suggests using educational tools like CodeSpark for coding, virtual art classes for creativity, and virtual tours for exploration to keep kids engaged and learning. By turning downtime into growth opportunities, parents can ensure their kids stay entertained and inspired during the holiday season without relying on TV...

A new Consensys report ranks Nigeria and South Africa as top countries globally for cryptocurrency ownership with rates of 73% and 68% respectively. Practical use cases driving adoption in Africa include inflation hedging, business payments, and small retail transactions, aligning with Chainalysis' findings that sub-Saharan Africa leads in DeFi adoption due to low traditional bank account ownership. Despite Africa's 2.7% share of global transaction volumes, the region received $125 billion in on-chain value between July...