MEET TOLA – Set in futuristic Lagos, Nigeria, “Iwájú” is a coming-of-age story from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pan-African entertainment company Kugali. Tola (voice of Simisola Gbadamosi) is a curious and opinionated girl who’s eager to learn more about the world around her. Kugali filmmakers Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, Hamid Ibrahim and Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku take viewers on a unique journey into the world of “Iwájú,” bursting with unique visual elements and technological advancements inspired by the spirit of Lagos. Produced by Disney Animation’s Christina Chen, and written by Adeola and Halima Hudson, “Iwájú” streams exclusively on Disney+ Feb. 28, 2024, in a six-episode event. (Photo courtesy DisneyPlus)

Exploring A Futuristic Lagos, Nigeria In ‘Iwájú’

John Liang 190 0

“Iwájú,” a new animation series produced by Pan-African entertainment company Kugali, is debuting on DisneyPlus at the end of February.

Read More
Barbara Agrait (Photo courtesy Barbara Agrait)

Barbara Agrait — Using Both Your Cultures To Enhance Understanding

John Liang 409 0

Barbara Agrait, a Cuban-American public relations professional, loves being able to speak both English and Spanish.

Read More
Traditional decoration for Kwanzaa celebration

Yuletide Around the Globe: 9 Holiday Traditions

Paulette Bethel, PhD 273 0

In last year’s holiday column, I wrote about one memorable customs, cuisines, traditions, and practices in my Louisiana Creole home culture of New Orleans.

Read More
Stellantis engineer Aurora White AISES award

Inspiring Indigenous Youth To Take On STEM Careers

John Liang 134 0

Professional engineer Aurora White is working hard to inspire other indigenous youths to take on careers in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM.

Read More
Opening Ceremony Pan American Games Santiago 23 (Photo courtesy Balich Wonder Group)

Balich Wonder Studio And Its Production of The 2023 Pan American Games Opening Ceremony

John Liang 194 0

The company behind the production of this year’s Pan American Games opening ceremony in Santiago, Chile pulled out all the stops to make it a memorable one.

Read More
Mestiz Ofrenda (Daniel Valero)

Check Out The Cool Dia De Los Muertos Event At Rockefeller Center

John Liang 400 0

If you’re in New York City, U.S.A. between Oct. 27 and Nov. 2 this year, you’ll want to check out a cool “Dia de los Muertos” event at Rockefeller Center.

Read More
Asian Hall of Fame (courtesy Asian Hall of Fame)

2023 Asian Hall Of Fame Inductees Include ‘Joy Ride’ Director Adele Lim, Blackpink Singer Lalisa Manohan

John Liang 250 0

This year’s inductees into the Asian Hall of Fame include the director of an Asian-American comedy film, one of the members of a K-pop girl band as well as a legendary writer for Rolling Stone Magazine.

Read More
Vegan Photo via Envato Elements

The VKind Experience Is Celebrating The Multicultural Aspects Of Being Vegan

John Liang 103 0

The Vkind Experience, taking place at the Magic Box in Los Angeles, Calif., U.S.A. from Nov. 11-12, will span 11 rooms with sights, sounds and plant-based food inspired by all seven continents and beyond regarding the vegan experience.

Read More
1 8 9 10 11 12 44
Verified by MonsterInsights