Africa

  • LifestyleAOL

    Woman disinvites groom’s mother from wedding over ‘unsettling’ decision

    A woman is going viral on Reddit after sharing the reason she uninvited the groom's mother from her best friend's wedding. The Redditor, writing under the username "ThrowRA-wentAll2hell" shared her story on the site's

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  • ScienceAOL

    Wounded hippo fights off five lions

    A wildlife ranger has captured dramatic footage of a wounded hippopotamus fighting off five adult lions. Field guide, Daniel Bailey, positioned his camera just metres away from the attack in the middle of the MalaMala Game Reserve, in South

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  • NewsAOL

    Why African elephants have cracks in their skin

    Scientists at the University of Geneva have confirmed that African elephants' skin isn't just wrinkly, it contains actual cracks. While that sounds problematic, the team found that a network of fine fissures in the skin's uppermost

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    Where to stay in Mauritius and Reunion Island

    Mauritius is the exotic island of the moment where you can bask in beach-front bliss, Créole culture and spa heaven in a far-flung location. For those in search of adventure on a paradise escape, the neighbouring island of Reunion has

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    This woman creates African-inspired sculptures using nothing but her hair

    Laetitia Ky is a hair artist like no other.

  • LifestyleAOL

    The world's most expensive cities 2017

    Luanda has been named the most expensive city in the world, pushing Hong Kong down to second place. SEE ALSO: The world's most peaceful countries 2017 SEE ALSO: The world's worst airports 2017 The Angolan capital topped Mercer's

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    Meghan Markle pens powerful essay about periods and equality

    Meghan Markle is no woman to shy away from bringing up issues about equality and identity, as she opened up about being a biracial actress in a piece in December last year. In an article titled ‘How Periods Affect Potential’, the actress talks about the stigma girls and women face in developing countries simply for having their periods.