Pan African Research Studio

An alligator snapping turtle has been discovered in a UK lake. Read more: https://bbc.in/3Srzj7u

It was a love story that sparked a racial scandal and made headlines across the globe.

A white British missionary, Ruth Holloway, fell in love with a black Kenyan man, John Kimuyu. John was in a "blind institute" where Ruth worked and when she announced they were getting married, she lost her job.

To continue reading this story, click this link: https://bbc.in/3GR7TTu

Gabon leader turns down presidential salary - BBC News The junta says it wants to save money but Gen Brice Nguema will still be paid as commander of the republican guard - and more.

“Blind Tom”Wiggins (1849–1908). Born blind, as an infant he Tom Wiggins was sold into slavery, along with the rest of his family. He also survived attempted murder as he had no economic value to his owners. However, Tom had access to a piano, and his talent for perceiving, remembering, and reproducing sounds was immediately apparent. Many historians also believe that Tom was on the autism spectrum, which could explain his extraordinary memory. He would go on to perform at concerts throughout the Americas and Europe. His extraordinary music has inspired lovers of music worldwide, including Elton John, who composed a song in his honor.