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Cannes Breakthrough: Nepal’s “Elephants in the Fog” just made history at Cannes, winning the Un Certain Regard Jury Prize— the first Nepali film to take that honor—spotlighting transgender women in a society that rejects them. Congo Spotlight: While Congo’s Ebola outbreak keeps worsening, the WHO says the risk inside the country is now “very high,” with confirmed cases and deaths rising and suspected numbers far larger—prompting tighter travel screening, including for passengers arriving in the U.S. Diaspora Tensions: Across Europe, anger over the death of Congolese-born Yves Sakila in Dublin after a restraint incident has sparked protests and calls for a full investigation. Culture & Identity: The week’s Cannes wins also underline how global festivals are amplifying marginalized stories—right alongside real-world crises affecting Congolese communities.

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May 22, 2026

New York Festivals names Mediacorp Broadcaster of the Year and announces 2026 TV & Film winners

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May 11, 2026

Queen Ifrica releases motherhood anthem ‘Mom Like Me’ ahead of new album

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Out in Music: an interview with Marc Almond of Soft Cell

Out in Music: an interview with Marc Almond of Soft Cell

Dublin erupts over death of Congolese-born man outside apartment

Dublin erupts over death of Congolese-born man outside apartment

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Ebola outruns containment in eastern Congo as contact tracing falters


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May 22, 2026

New York Festivals Storytellers Gala Announces 2026 TV & Film Awards Winners: Mediacorp Named Broadcaster of the Year

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