Tag: Diaspora
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London Diaries: Strictly Vacation for Jagan, Babu Mixes Work in the City of the Thames
London Diaries: A Vacation with a Purpose London is increasingly appearing on the itinerary of Telugu political leaders, and recent trips by Jagan Mohan Reddy have spurred conversations about how the city folds into both personal downtime and public duties. Reports suggest that the Andhra Pradesh opposition leader has used the English capital as a…
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Dharmshala’s Tibetan Capital in Exile Faces Shrinking Embrace of a New Generation
Introduction: A changing heartbeat in Dharamsala Dharamsala, the hill town in northern India that has become synonymous with Tibetan exile life, is undergoing a quiet but meaningful shift. The place long described as the Tibetan capital in exile for a people who fled their homeland after the Chinese occupation is seeing its demographic core age,…
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US Designates Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern over Christian Genocide Allegations
Overview: A Controversial Designation The United States has reportedly designated Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) amid allegations that Christians have faced widespread persecution. The move, if confirmed, would require close scrutiny of the administration’s rationale, the legal framework behind CPC designations, and the potential implications for Nigeria’s diplomatic and economic ties with…
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Koyo Kouoh, Pan-African Solidarity, and Nairobi Healing
Introduction: Healing, Solidarity, and the Calling of Art Last spring in Nairobi, a cadre of thirty African artists from diverse disciplines convened for a conversation few gatherings in the art world allow: how to heal collectively from trauma, war, and genocide through culture. Titled The Power of Arts and Culture for Healing, the workshop was…
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Koyo Kouoh’s Final Lesson on Pan-African Solidarity
Introduction: Healing Through Art Across Africa In Nairobi last spring, a group of 30 African artists from diverse disciplines gathered to confront a difficult but essential task: collective healing in the face of trauma, war, and genocide. Titled “The Power of Arts and Culture for Healing,” the convening was curated by Molemo Moiloa and Phumzile…
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Jeepney in Germany: Iconic Philippine Vehicle Dazzles Frankfurt at Book Fair
Jeepney Arrives in Frankfurt: A Colorful Filipino Welcome The iconic Philippine jeepney has rolled into the heart of Frankfurt, taking a bold stance at Roßmarkt Square during the Frankfurt Book Fair. The eye-catching Jeepney Journey display, part of the Philippines’ guest-of-honor program this year, invites locals and expatriates alike to pause, photograph, and reflect on…
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Jeepney in Germany: Iconic Filipino Vehicle Shines at Frankfurt Book Fair
Jeepney Arrives in Germany: A Colorful Filipino Welcome in Frankfurt In the heart of Roßmarkt Square, central Frankfurt, an emblem of Filipino ingenuity and community spirit has rolled into the spotlight. The Philippine jeepney, a vehicle known for its vibrant colors and social charm, is part of the “Jeepney Journey” side event at the Frankfurt…
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Filipino Writers Shine at First Asian Literary Festival in Brussels
Brussels Welcomes a New Literary Caravan In a landmark weekend for multicultural literature, the first Asian Literary Festival convenes in central Brussels, uniting Asian and European voices under the banner Between Worlds: Reviving the Silk Route of Expression. Held at the historic Galerie Bortier, the event celebrates both the rich heritage of Asian literature and…
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Hurling Hearts Down Under: The Australasian Gaelic Championships Unite Irish Diaspora in Brisbane
Hurling Comes to Willawong: A Home Away From Home Under the bright Queensland sun, the familiar thwack of a leather ball meeting an ash stick echoes the rolling hills of rural Ireland. In Willawong, just south of Brisbane, the Australasian Gaelic Games Championships brought together a vibrant Irish diaspora, 400 players strong from 19 teams…
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Emigrant Jubilee in Trincomalee: Fr. Douglas James Interview
About the Emigrant Jubilee in Trincomalee The Emigrant Jubilee, a special observance dedicated to migrants and the diaspora, is set to be celebrated in Trincomalee on October 4–5. In this edition of Nerkanal, we bring insights from Fr. Douglas James, administrator of the Divine Mercy Retreat in the Trincomalee Diocese. The event highlights how migrants,…