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Draft:Ali Sheikhani | AFC submission |
Ali Sheikhani, ; born October 15, 1986 originally from Karachi, Pakistan, is an entrepreneur based in Houston, Texas, with business interests spanning retail, construction, real estate, and logistics. In addition to his professional pursuits, he serves as a police officer in Texas and is recognized for his commitment to customer service and community engagement. |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | Early life and education | Early life and education
Mr. Sheikhani was born in Karachi, Pakistan, to a middle-class family. He moved to the US on Green card at the age of 19. He holds a degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston–Downtown. |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | Business career | Business career
Ali Sheikhani started his career by working at a gas station. In 2012, he founded the Sheikhani Group of Companies and became its CEO . The Sheikhani Group is a diversified conglomerate with operations in retail and e-commerce, food and beverage, energy and gas stations, real estate, equity investment, distribution, consumer products, and philanthropy. The group emphasizes property acquisition, development, and management, with a focus on delivering quality experiences across its retail, energy, and dining ventures. In June, 2024 he made headlines with his bold statement about buying K-Electric, Karachi’s main power supplier. Using Instagram, Sheikhani expressed his desire to purchase the company, aiming to solve the long-standing issue of load shedding in Karachi. |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | Police career | Police career
In 2018, Ali pursued law enforcement, graduating from the police academy in 2019. He served at the Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Office before joining the Hitchcock Police Department. Balancing his business and policing careers, Ali demonstrates a unique blend of entrepreneurial and public service dedication. Sheikhani ran for election of the Fort Bend County Constables to represent Precinct 3 in Texas. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024 by defeating the incumbent Nabil Shike. He assumed office on January 1, 2025. |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | Personal life | Personal life
Ali Sheikhani is married to Annum Idrees, and the couple has two daughters, Alaya and Aish. While he generally maintains a private family life, he occasionally shares personal moments on social media. |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | Awards and honors | Awards and honors
As of May 2025, Ali Sheikhani has received several notable awards and honors recognizing his contributions to business, philanthropy, and public service. Some of them are as follow.
Most Admired CEO of the Year (2024): Presented by the Houston Business Journal, this award recognized Sheikhani's leadership as CEO of Sheikhani Group Inc., highlighting his impact on Houston's business landscape.
Honorary Doctorate Degree (2024): Awarded by the Governor of Sindh, Pakistan, this honorary degree acknowledged Sheikhani's philanthropic efforts and contributions to community development.
JDC Family Summit Award: This award was presented to Sheikhani for his support of humanitarian initiatives, particularly in collaboration with the JDC Foundation. |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | References | References |
Draft:Ali Sheikhani | Table of Content | AFC submission, Early life and education, Business career, Police career, Personal life, Awards and honors, References |
Draft:Lulann Sapp McGriff | '''Lulann Sapp McGriff''' | Lulann Sapp McGriff (1943–1998)
Lulann Sapp McGriff (January 14, 1943 – August 9, 1998) was an American civil rights activist and educator, best known for her leadership in desegregating San Francisco’s public schools and advocating for educational equity. She served as president of the San Francisco chapter of the NAACP for four consecutive terms (1986/87–1994), the longest tenure in the branch’s history
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Lulann-Sapp-McGriff-3075841.php
. McGriff was a central figure in implementing and monitoring a landmark school desegregation consent decree, earning her recognition as a de facto “watchdog” of equal education in the city
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Lulann-Sapp-McGriff-3075841.php
. In addition to her activism, she worked as a counselor and department chair at City College of San Francisco, where she mentored students and championed high academic standards
https://www.sfgate.com/education/article/Lulann-McGriff-Fought-To-Equalize-S-F-Schools-2996144.php
. Throughout her career, McGriff’s relentless advocacy and public service made her one of San Francisco’s most prominent civil rights leaders, remembered for expanding opportunities for marginalized communities
https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sfchangemakers/2020/07/02/lulann-mcgriff/#:~:text=Born%20on%20January%2014%2C%201943%2C,She%20later%20found
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
Early Life and Education
McGriff was born on January 14, 1943, in Los Angeles, California, and moved with her family to the Ingleside neighborhood of San Francisco, where she was raised
https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sfchangemakers/2020/07/02/lulann-mcgriff/#:~:text=Born%20on%20January%2014%2C%201943%2C,She%20later%20found
. Growing up in the 1950s and 1960s during the height of the civil rights movement, she experienced firsthand the racial inequalities in her community. Her family instilled early lessons in activism: McGriff’s grandmother involved her in church and African American lodge activities, and her mother broke barriers as one of the first Black female toll collectors on the Bay Bridge
https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sfchangemakers/2020/07/02/lulann-mcgriff/#:~:text=Born%20on%20January%2014%2C%201943%2C,She%20later%20found
. Her father also emphasized pride in their identity and standing up for one’s beliefs
https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sfchangemakers/2020/07/02/lulann-mcgriff/#:~:text=Born%20on%20January%2014%2C%201943%2C,She%20later%20found
. These influences instilled in McGriff a strong sense of justice and community responsibility from a young age. McGriff attended Balboa High School in San Francisco, where she became acutely aware of the disparities in the city’s public school system
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Determined to improve social conditions, she pursued higher education in social work. She earned a bachelor’s degree and then a master’s degree in social work (MSW) from San Francisco State University in 1978
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. This academic background in social work would later inform her approach to activism and education reform.
Career
After completing her education, McGriff dedicated herself to a career in counseling and community service. She joined the City College of San Francisco (CCSF) as a student counselor and later became the chair of the college’s counseling department
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. In these roles, she was known for her commitment to student success and equity. Colleagues recalled that McGriff held all students to high standards – for instance, insisting that even star athletes meet basic educational requirements – which occasionally put her at odds with school administrators
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Nonetheless, her principled stance underscored her belief that every student deserved a quality education. Beyond campus, McGriff often organized and chaperoned student tours of historically Black colleges and universities, such as Howard University and Spelman College, to inspire young people to pursue higher education
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Many students later credited her mentorship and guidance for helping them find opportunities and confidence to continue their education
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. McGriff’s professional influence extended into public service and community development. She served on the San Francisco Mayor’s Office of Children, Youth and Their Families Planning Committee, as well as its Allocations Committee, helping shape policies for youth services in the city
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Additionally, she was president of the San Francisco Economic Opportunity Council’s board of directors, a body that oversees anti-poverty and community action programs
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. In these capacities, McGriff worked to channel resources and support toward underserved communities. Her roles in education and local government demonstrated a lifelong dedication to uplifting others, whether through one-on-one counseling or broad social programs.
Activism and Contributions
McGriff began her civil rights activism in the 1970s, driven by her own experiences with racial inequality in San Francisco’s schools. In 1978, while still a graduate student, she took an internship with the NAACP’s Western Regional Office, immersing herself in the struggle for school desegregation
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. That same year, the NAACP initiated a lawsuit against the San Francisco Unified School District to address the de facto segregation that left many African American students in under-resourced, predominantly minority schools
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. McGriff later recalled the conditions that spurred the case: Black children were often consigned to “substandard schools” with the “worst teachers” and hand-me-down textbooks, a situation she plainly described as “the unfairness” that had to be fought
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. In 1986, McGriff was elected president of the NAACP’s San Francisco branch (taking office in 1987), becoming the first person to serve four consecutive two-year terms in that position
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. During her tenure (1987–1994), she emerged as a formidable champion of school integration and equal opportunity. After a federal judge’s 1982 order to desegregate San Francisco schools, McGriff took on the role of primary NAACP monitor to ensure the district’s compliance
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. She played a key role in overseeing the implementation of the consent decree – a court-supervised plan that required each school to maintain a diverse student body and drew on state funds to support improvements in historically disadvantaged schools
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. McGriff was often described as the “guardian at the school gate” for her vigilance in enforcing this desegregation plan
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Under the consent decree’s guidelines, San Francisco’s schools became among the most racially integrated in the nation by the early 1990s
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
, a transformation largely attributed to McGriff’s persistence. As NAACP branch president, McGriff fought tirelessly to equalize educational resources. She frequently confronted the San Francisco Board of Education over disparities, demanding high-quality teachers, textbooks, and facilities for schools in African American neighborhoods
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Friends and colleagues nicknamed her a “lioness” for her fierce advocacy on behalf of Black students
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php. Despite her passion, McGriff was known for a calm and steady leadership style: she was “fearless” and persistent yet “seldom raised her voice,” according to Alex Pitcher Jr., who succeeded her as NAACP chapter president
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. McGriff handled an enormous volume of community concerns — fielding up to 200 calls a day at the NAACP office — as families turned to her to help resolve incidents of discrimination or injustice in schools and city services
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. She approached each case methodically, often mediating solutions with a combination of patience and tenacity. Beyond education, McGriff’s advocacy touched on broader civil rights and social issues. She was an outspoken opponent of racism, sexism, and classism in any form, earning a reputation for taking up “causes no one else would give time to,” in the words of San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. McGriff also rose to prominence within the wider NAACP organization. During the late 1980s and early 1990s she held additional leadership posts, including chairwoman of the NAACP’s Western Regional Office (overseeing chapters in several states) and state education chair for the California NAACP
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. These roles saw her traveling frequently to statewide and national meetings, and even to Washington, D.C., as an advocate on issues affecting economically and politically disadvantaged communities
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Though much of her work was behind the scenes, she never sought personal accolades; colleagues noted that she pursued justice “no matter how unpopular” the issue and never for personal gain
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. A significant aspect of McGriff’s contribution was her focus on nurturing the next generation. She helped launch a series of African American student retention programs in San Francisco schools during the 1980s, aiming to improve Black students’ academic success and graduation rates
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
collaboration with City College and the school district, McGriff established mentorship and tutoring initiatives at various high schools — including Balboa, Galileo, Washington, McAteer, and others — as well as a mentoring program for younger students at Edison Elementary
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. She also organized annual college tours to historically Black institutions, broadening her students’ horizons and ambitions
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. One of her former students recalled that McGriff “brought out the beautiful person in me,” crediting her with inspiration and personal growth
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Stories like this were common; by personally investing in mentorship, McGriff helped countless youths gain confidence, pursue higher education, and secure scholarships
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Her hands-on approach demonstrated her belief that activism was not only about policy changes but also about direct empowerment of individuals. McGriff led the NAACP’s San Francisco branch until 1994, when a battle with lung cancer forced her to step down as president
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Even after formally leaving the presidency, she continued to serve the NAACP as an Education Committee chair and branch vice-president up until her final days
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Her illness went into remission in the mid-1990s, allowing her to remain active in advocacy for a time
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. However, health issues resurfaced, and on August 9, 1998, Lulann McGriff died at the age of 55 from complications of a lung infection at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. News of her passing was met with an outpouring of tributes from community members and public officials whose lives she had touched.
Legacy
Lulann McGriff’s legacy in San Francisco is profound and enduring. She is widely remembered as a driving force behind the integration of the city’s public schools and the improvement of educational opportunities for minority students
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. “Every time you see a child in the city of San Francisco, you must know that child has equal access to education because of Lulann McGriff,” said Henry Augustine, a City College colleague, underscoring the breadth of her impact
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. The consent decree system of school assignments that McGriff helped put in place continued (with modifications) for many years, dispersing students of different ethnic backgrounds across the district and striving to prevent a return to segregated schooling
https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sfchangemakers/2020/07/02/lulann-mcgriff/#:~:text=Born%20on%20January%2014%2C%201943%2C,She%20later%20found
. By the late 1990s, San Francisco had one of the most diverse and integrated school enrollments in the country – a milestone frequently credited to McGriff’s relentless efforts as an activist and monitor
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Beyond statistics and policies, McGriff’s influence lived on through the lives of those she mentored and inspired. Generations of students benefited from the support programs she championed, such as the retention and mentorship programs that continued in local schools. Community leaders have noted that her model of advocacy – combining grassroots engagement with institutional pressure – set an example for how to achieve change at the local level. James Mayo of the United Negro College Fund remembered McGriff for her “seriousness of community purpose” and her refusal to be swayed by conventional politics, calling her “boundless in her energy” and an irreplaceable loss to the community and the NAACP
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. McGriff also left a personal legacy of empowerment. A single mother of four, she ensured that her own children pursued education and remained proud of their heritage. All of her children kept the McGriff surname, a choice she strongly encouraged to carry on the family identity
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Her daughters and son, who include a lawyer and community workers, have cited their mother’s influence in shaping their values and careers
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. In this way, McGriff’s dedication to uplift others began at home and radiated outward. In recognition of her contributions, McGriff has been honored posthumously in San Francisco. She was commemorated on the “Inspiration Murals” at the Ella Hill Hutch Community Center, a public art project celebrating African American leaders in the city
https://usfblogs.usfca.edu/sfchangemakers/2020/07/02/lulann-mcgriff/#:~:text=Born%20on%20January%2014%2C%201943%2C,She%20later%20found
. City College of San Francisco established a memorial fund in her name to continue support for the kind of student development initiatives she championed
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Every year, around Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month, local organizations recall McGriff’s name as a reminder of the power of civic activism in the Bay Area. At her funeral in 1998, attended by hundreds of friends, family, and dignitaries, Mayor Willie Brown perhaps best encapsulated her legacy: “She was the champion of causes no one else would give time to… The single best way we can remember her is to do exactly what she would want us to do,” he urged
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/S-F-Activist-NAACP-Leader-McGriff-Dies-She-2997760.php
. Lulann McGriff’s life of service and advocacy continues to inspire new generations to stand up against injustice and strive for equal opportunity for.
References
Pamela J. Podger, “S.F. Activist, NAACP Leader McGriff Dies – She was central figure in school desegregation,” San Francisco Chronicle (SFGate), Aug. 10, 1998
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Michael Dougan, “‘Fearless’ NAACP Chief Lulann McGriff Dies,” San Francisco Chronicle (SFGate), Aug. 10, 1998
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Lulann-Sapp-McGriff-3075841.php
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Lynda Gledhill, “Lulann McGriff, Fought to Equalize S.F. Schools,” San Francisco Chronicle (SFGate), Aug. 15, 1998
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Sudeepto Chakraborty et al., “Lulann McGriff – Changemakers,” USF San Francisco Changemakers Project, University of San Francisco, July 2, 2020
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Nanette Asimov, “Guardian at The School Gate,” Sunday Interview, San Francisco Chronicle, Nov. 3, 1996
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Draft:Lulann Sapp McGriff | Table of Content | '''Lulann Sapp McGriff''' |
File:Red Moon in Venus vinyl cover.jpg | Summary | Summary |
File:Red Moon in Venus vinyl cover.jpg | Table of Content | Summary |
Mohamed Bamba (disambiguation) | '''Mohamed Bamba''' | Mohamed Bamba is a name. People with that name include:
Mo Bamba (born 1998), Ivorian-American basketball player
Mohamed Bamba (footballer, born 2001), Ivorian football forward for Lorient
Mohamed Bamba (footballer, born 2004), Ivorian football midfielder for Gil Vicente |
Mohamed Bamba (disambiguation) | See also | See also
Mo Bamba (song), 2017 single by Sheck Wes |
Mohamed Bamba (disambiguation) | Table of Content | '''Mohamed Bamba''', See also |
Adam David | Short description | Adam David is an American blues soul singer-songwriter. He is the winner of season 27 of the American talent competition The Voice. He competed on the team coached by Michael Bublé, giving Bublé his second win as a coach on the show. David also has the distinction of being the third one-chair turn winner in the history of the show and the second "Instant Save" winner in the history of the show. |
Adam David | Career | Career |
Adam David | 2014: ''EP, Vol. One'' | 2014: EP, Vol. One
In 2014, David independently released his debut EP, EP, Vol. One, which features four singles. |
Adam David | 2025–present:''The Voice'' and "Savior" | 2025–present:The Voice and "Savior"
Performances on The Voice season 27 Round Theme Song Original artist Order Original air date Result Blind Auditions rowspan="6" "Baby, I Love Your Way" Peter Frampton 5.3 Mar. 3, 2025 Michael Bublé turned; defaulted to Team Bublé. Battles "Home" Michael Bublé 8.5 Mar. 24, 2025Saved by Michael Bublé Knockouts "Unaware" Allen Stone 11.2 Apr. 14, 2025 Playoffs "I Shall Be Released" The Band 14.9 May 5, 2025 Live Semi-finals "Bring It On Home to Me" Sam Cooke 15.9 May 12, 2025 Middle four Wild Card Instant Save "Lose Control" Teddy Swims 16.2 May 13, 2025Instantly Saved Live Finale "Ballad" "You Are So Beautiful" Joe Cocker 17.5 May 19, 2025Winner"Uptempo Song" "Hard Fought Hallelujah" Brandon Lake 17.7"Duet with coach" "The Weight" The Band 19.11 May 20, 2025
In 2025, David competed in the 27th season of The Voice. In the blind auditions, he sang "Baby, I Love Your Way" by Peter Frampton. Of the season's four coaches, only Michael Bublé turned his chair for David (John Legend, Kelsea Ballerini, and Adam Levine refrained).
Bublé selected David to advance through the battle, knockout, and playoff rounds of the show. In the first live round, the semi-final, David finished in the middle four group of the twelve semi-final artists. Thus, he performed an "Instant Save" performance, allowing him to perform to potentially take the last spot in the finale. He won the "Instant Save" round and became the fifth artist in the finale of the show.
David went on to win the season on May 20, 2025, giving his coach Michael Bublé his second consecutive win, after his contestant in season 26, Sofronio Vasquez, won the season in December 2024. Ultimately, David won US$100,000 and a record deal with Republic Records, a label owned by Universal Music Group. David is the second artist in the history of the show, after Bryce Leatherwood in season 22, to win the show after previously being in the "Instant Save" in the live shows.
While competing on The Voice, David released "Savior", his first single in eleven years. He described the single as reflecting "the night [he] began the process of treatment" towards sobriety. |
Adam David | Artistry | Artistry
David has been described as a blues musician with elements of soul. On his website, he lists Ray Charles, Jimi Hendrix, James Brown, and Stevie Wonder as influences. |
Adam David | Personal life | Personal life
David resides in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He has been sober since 2019 and mentions that he turned to drugs after disappointments to his career in the music industry as a young adult. |
Adam David | Discography | Discography |
Adam David | EPs | EPs
+List of extended plays, with selected details Title DetailsEP, Vol. 1
Released: March 21, 2014 (US) |
Adam David | Singles | Singles
+ List of singles, showing year released, and the name of the albumTitleYearEP"Tennessee Honey"2014 EP, Vol. 1"Happiness""Furnace of Love""Too Long""Savior" 2025 |
Adam David | References | References |
Adam David | External links | External links
Category:Living people
Category:Musicians from Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Category:The Voice (American TV series)
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Adam David | Table of Content | Short description, Career, 2014: ''EP, Vol. One'', 2025–present:''The Voice'' and "Savior", Artistry, Personal life, Discography, EPs, Singles, References, External links |
1972 Ecuadorian general election | Elections were scheduled to be held in Ecuador on June 4, 1972. | Elections were scheduled to be held in Ecuador on June 4, 1972. President José María Velasco Ibarra, who was elected in the 1968 presidential election, suspended the constitution in 1970 and took dictatorial powers but announced that regular elections would still be held in 1972. However, the military, which backed Velasco Ibarra's regime, did not think they had a suitable candidate who could defeat Assad Bucaram, leader of the CFP. On February 15, 1972, the military overthrew Velasco Ibarra, cancelled the election and installed General Guillermo Rodríguez Lara as dictator. |
1972 Ecuadorian general election | References | References
Category:Elections in Ecuador
General
Category:Cancelled elections |
1972 Ecuadorian general election | Table of Content | Elections were scheduled to be held in Ecuador on June 4, 1972., References |
Manugye Dhammathat | Infobox book
| The Manugye Dhammathat () is one of the most prominent and influential legal treatises in the history of pre-modern Burma (now Myanmar). It is a key example of the dhammathat genre, which comprised collections of customary rules, judicial decisions, and legal principles that served as a major source of law alongside royal decrees (yazathat). |
Manugye Dhammathat | Origins and compilation | Origins and compilation
The Manugye Dhammathat was likely compiled in the 1750s around 1756 during the reign of King Alaungpaya, the founder of the Konbaung dynasty. The treatise was likely compiled by Bhummazeya, the minister of moats, to restore law and order in the Konbaung kingdom. This period marked a significant revival and popularization of traditional Burmese law. In 1753, King Alaungpaya commissioned a monk named Zonta Hsayadaw to prepare an earlier version, the Manuyin Dhammathat, in Pali. This was then translated into Burmese by another monk, Tezothara, in 1755, which paved the way for the more comprehensive Manugye Dhammathat. The term "Manugye" itself means an "elaborated version of the Manuyin."
Extra chapters were likely added to the treatise during the reign of King Bodawpaya. |
Manugye Dhammathat | Content | Content
The Manugye Dhammathat is not a codified law in the modern sense but rather an encyclopedic record of existing laws, customs, and rulings from earlier dhammathats. It is written in vernacular Burmese prose, with some Pali intermixed, making it more accessible to the general populace than previous, more scholarly legal texts. Unlike some earlier, more academic legal texts, the Manugye Dhammathat aimed to explain Burmese laws in a popular and understandable manner, enabling more efficient governance and public comprehension of legal norms.
The Manugye is deeply influenced by Buddhist principles and often references Buddhist canons, Jataka tales (tales of the Buddha's previous lives), and the Vinaya Pitaka (monastic rules) to support its legal rules. This reflects the pervasive role of Buddhism in Burmese society and its legal thought. It covers a wide range of legal matters, including criminal law, family law (marriage, divorce, inheritance), property law, contract law, legal procedure, and even aspects of kingship and governance.
Like other dhammathats, the Manugye draws its authority from the legendary figure of Manu, a revered ancient lawgiver often linked to the Hindu Manusmriti. While the exact relationship between the Burmese Manu and the Hindu Manu is a subject of scholarly debate, the invocation of Manu provided a sense of antiquity, legitimacy, and universal applicability to the laws. The legend often entwines Manu with Mahāsammata, the first king in Buddhist cosmology, further legitimizing the legal tradition within a Buddhist framework. |
Manugye Dhammathat | Legacy | Legacy
The Manugye Dhammathat gained immense popularity and became the most well-known and widely used dhammathat in pre-colonial Burma. It was seen as a foundational guide for judges and kings, embodying the cultural and legal traditions of the Burmese people.
During the British colonial period, efforts were made to identify and compile a "definitive" set of dhammathats, and the Manugye often played a central role in these endeavors, with an English translation first published in 1847 by David Richardson, a British colonial administrator. Subsequent editions in English were published in 1874, 1891, and 1896. While British colonial law eventually supplanted much of traditional Burmese law, the principles and influence of the Manugye Dhammathat continued to resonate, particularly in areas of personal law like marriage and inheritance, often referred to as "Burmese Buddhist law." The Manugye continued to be referenced in colonial law courts as the pre-eminent source of Burmese Buddhist law.
In the 1920s, Burmese nationalists and jurists advocated to codify Burmese customary law, especially for inheritance, and convened a committee. A second committee was established in 1938 but did not yield an outcome.
Even today, the Manugye Dhammathat remains a crucial historical document for understanding the legal, social, and cultural landscape of pre-modern Myanmar, demonstrating the unique synthesis of indigenous customs, Buddhist ethics, and external legal traditions that shaped Burmese jurisprudence. |
Manugye Dhammathat | References | References
Category:1756 non-fiction books
Category:Burmese literature
Category:Burmese Buddhist texts |
Manugye Dhammathat | Table of Content | Infobox book
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File:Eagles of the Republic.jpg | Licensing | Licensing |
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Ortega (rapero) | Infobox musical artist
| Jonathan Yehudai (Hebrew: אורטגה; born March 4, 1985 in Herzliya), also known by his stage name Ortega (sometimes as OTG and also as OT CRACK),is an Israeli singer and rappe. Ortega appeared on Music Channel 24 youth program "Raesh" as the host of the hip-hop segment for two seasons. |
Ortega (rapero) | Music career | Music career
In 2003, he began his career in the Israeli music industry with the group IMF, and appeared with them on the show "Black Business" won the freestyle contest based on improvised rap, and released his first song, "Puff 2003", he then joined the hip-hop collective "P.R. Troopers", which also included Itay Lukacs, Noa Faran, Klin and Peled. Led by Gadi Khinkis, the band released one album, "Out of the Filth". The band subsequently collaborated with the band Hadag Nahash on their album "With the Help of the Jam" on the song "Bring the Blow", which sold over 20,000 copies.
Ortega teamed up with rapper Peled, and they began working on a debut album and performing on various stages. That same year, Ortega performed a tribute to the rap group Shabak S, where he grew up. Ortega has released five mixtapes, four albums, and one EP.
In 2009, he released the mixtape "Ortega the Best-2003-2009", which included old songs he participated in. In late 2009, he released the mixtape "04:47", produced by Borgore, which was his first independent project, to a packed launch show at the Barzilai Club, and collaborated with Shiri Maimon on a song for an international project. In late 2010, he released another mixtape, "OTG MIXTAPE 2010".
In December 2020, she released her fourth album, "Black Gold", in which she collaborated with several artists such as Tuna, Cohen, Shira Gavrielov, Amit Sagi and Ofiri. |
Ortega (rapero) | Discography | Discography |
Ortega (rapero) | EP | EP
2022: 04:47
2004: מתוך הזוהמה
2007: ממשיכים לבעוט
2010: משלוח מיוחד
2011: סנדוויץ' פועלים
2020: זהב שחור (אלבום)
2024: שפע מאורגן |
Ortega (rapero) | See also | See also
Israeli hip hop
Music of Israel
Ofer Levi
Jonathan Mergui |
Ortega (rapero) | References | References |
Ortega (rapero) | External links | External links
Category:1985 births
Category:Israeli hip-hop record producers
Category:Israeli rappers |
Ortega (rapero) | Table of Content | Infobox musical artist
, Music career, Discography, EP, See also, References, External links |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | AFC submission | |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | References | References
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Humraaz is a 2025 Pakistani television drama series produced by 7th Sky Entertainment. The series stars Feroze Khan and Ayeza Khan in lead roles and is directed by Farooq Rind. Written by Misbah Nousheen, the drama airs on Geo Entertainment every Wednesday and Thursday at 8:00 PM. As of May 15, 2025, five episodes have been broadcast. |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | Plot | Plot
Details about the plot can be added here once available.* |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | Cast | Cast
Feroze Khan
Ayeza Khan
Zahid Ahmed
Amna Ilyas
Laiba Khan
Haroon Shahid
Hira Soomro
Noor-ul-Hassan
Annie Zaidi
Shamim Hilaly
Azra Mohyeddin
Behroze Sabzwari
Kinza Malik
Fahima Awan
Dodi Khan
Javed Jamal
Aliya Jamshed
Ali Gul Mallah
Yusra Irfan |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | Production | Production
The drama is produced under the banner of 7th Sky Entertainment, with Abdullah Kadwani and Asad Qureshi serving as producers. The direction is helmed by Farooq Rind, and the script is penned by Misbah Nousheen. *Humraaz* marks the second on-screen collaboration between Feroze Khan and Ayeza Khan, who previously appeared together in the 2014 drama *Bikhra Mera Naseeb* . |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | Broadcast | Broadcast
Humraaz* premiered on May 1, 2025, on Geo Entertainment. The show airs twice a week, on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 8:00 PM. As of May 15, 2025, five episodes have been aired. |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | Reception | Reception
Details about the reception can be added here once available.* |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | References | References
Har Pal Geo – Humraaz
IMDb – Humraaz (TV Series 2025– )
Humraaz Episode 05 – YouTube
Bikhra Mera Naseeb – Wikipedia |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | See also | See also
List of programs broadcast by Geo Entertainment
Pakistani television dramas |
Draft:Humraaz (2025 TV Series) | Table of Content | AFC submission, References, Plot, Cast, Production, Broadcast, Reception, References, See also |
Portal:Current events/2025 May 22 | Current events | |
Portal:Current events/2025 May 22 | Table of Content | Current events |
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Archaeopria pelor | Short description | Archaeopria pelor is a species of parasitoid wasp belonging to the family Diapriidae.
The species was first described in 1988 by Ian D. Naumann, and is endemic to New Zealand. |
Archaeopria pelor | References | References |
Archaeopria pelor | External links | External links
Archaeopria pelor: Images & occurrence data from GBIF
Category:Diapriidae
Category:Endemic fauna of New Zealand
Category:Animals described in 1988
Category: Taxa named by Ian D. Naumann |
Archaeopria pelor | Table of Content | Short description, References, External links |
Draft:Elieabirached | AFC submission |
Dr. Elie Abirached is a Dubai-based longevity and recovery expert renowned for integrating modern biohacking techniques with traditional wellness practices to enhance health, performance, and aging. He serves as the CEO of Restore Fitness and is the creator of the Limitless Human program (a wellness and human performance brand), and serves as a faculty member at the Geneva College of Longevity Science. Dr. Abirached is known for his work in preventive medicine, biological age reversal, and lifestyle-based approaches to extending healthspan.
Early Life and Education
Abirached was born and raised in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to Lebanese parents. He pursued medical studies and later completed advanced training and certifications in longevity science, integrative medicine, and preventive health. He has completed educational programs at prestigious institutions including Harvard University, Stanford University, and the Buck Institute for Research on Aging.
Career
Dr. Abirached began his medical career in family and lifestyle medicine, gradually shifting focus toward longevity and performance optimization. He founded Restore Fitness in Dubai, a personalized health clinic emphasizing data-driven wellness, and later launched Limitless Human, a brand aimed at helping individuals optimize physical, mental, and emotional performance.
In 2024, he joined the Geneva College he of Longevity Science as a faculty member, contributing to the institution’s research and education initiatives in human longevity and regenerative health.
Dr. Abirached emphasizes the critical role of sleep in health and performance. He advocates for sleep as a foundational element of recovery, stating that true strength and resilience are built during rest, not just through training. His approach includes optimizing sleep environments and routines to enhance recovery and longevity.
He also highlights the communal aspect of wellness, asserting that individual health is interconnected with the well-being of those around us. This perspective encourages a shift from individualistic health goals to a collective approach to thriving.
Abirached has worked with professional athletes, corporate executives, and public figures across the Gulf region, offering customized longevity protocols involving sleep optimization, nutrition, recovery, and cellular therapies.
Authored by Dr. Elie Abirached, LIMITLESS HUMAN BOOK combines cutting-edge science, practical strategies, and actionable insights to help readers take full control of their biology and unlock their limitless potential. It addresses challenges unique to the Middle East, including extreme climates and fast-paced lifestyles.
Publications and Media
In 2024, Abirached authored Limitless Human, a book that explores principles of biological resilience, aging reversal, and peak performance. He has also been featured in numerous media outlets, including:
Gulf Business, where he discussed the science of sleep and its connection to healthspan.
Emirates News, where he spoke about biological age testing and personalized health strategies.
Mid-East.info, in relation to wellness programs for UAE athletes.
His approach blends traditional medical knowledge with innovations in AI-driven diagnostics and epigenetic therapies.
Personal Life
Abirached is an advocate of practicing what he preaches. He regularly participates in marathons and high-altitude expeditions and is known for publicly sharing his biological age markers, demonstrating the impact of his protocols. In 2024, he documented his reversal of biological age to 31, despite being 53 chronologically, through lifestyle interventions.
External Links
Instagram: @elie.truth
LinkedIn: Dr. Elie Abirached
TikTok: @dr.elie.restore
Website: www.restorefitness.ae | www.limitlesshuman.ae |
Draft:Elieabirached | References | References |
Draft:Elieabirached | Table of Content | AFC submission, References |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | '''Shaneika Alston''' | Shaneika Alston, known professionally as Shai Girl, is an American recording artist, author, actor, speaker, and life coach based in Charleston, South Carolina. She is known for her independent music releases, acting credits in film and television, and her book Shai Way to Success, which blends personal development with practical guidance for creatives. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Early life and education | Early life and education
Shai Girl was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Charleston Southern University, after transferring from Benedict College. She later completed a Master’s Degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Career | Career |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Music | Music
Shai Girl began her music career in 2012 and was featured in an interview on Z93 Jamz, a Charleston-based urban radio station, the same year.
Her music has been highlighted by publications including UrbanBridgezUrbanBridgez. "Sho UR Skillz Featured Artist: Shai Girl", May 10, 2012. and the Charleston City PaperCharleston City Paper. "Shai Girl showcases her profound strength on new LP Phoenix", November 7, 2018., the latter praising her 2018 album, Phoenix. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Acting | Acting
Shai Girl began her acting career in 2014. She has appeared in a number of independent films and productions, with credits listed on IMDbIMDb. Shaneika Alston filmography. https://m.imdb.com/name/nm10479400/. Several of the films she has acted in are available on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime and Tubi. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Writing and Public Speaking | Writing and Public Speaking
She is the author of Shai Way to Success, a motivational book aimed at empowering creatives through life coaching principles, personal development, and mindset work. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Recognition | Recognition
Shai Girl’s work has been featured in regional and niche media, including an artist spotlight by UrbanBridgez and an album review by Charleston City Paper. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | External links | External links
IMDb profile
UrbanBridgez feature
Charleston City Paper article
Shai Way to Success on Amazon |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | References | References |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Early Life and Education | Early Life and Education
Shai Girl was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Charleston Southern University, after transferring from Benedict College. She later completed a Master’s Degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Career | Career |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Music | Music
Shai Girl began her music career in 2012 and was featured in an interview on Z93 Jamz, a Charleston-based urban radio station, the same year.
Her music has been highlighted by publications including UrbanBridgezUrbanBridgez. "Sho UR Skillz Featured Artist: Shai Girl", May 10, 2012. and Charleston City PaperCharleston City Paper. "Shai Girl showcases her profound strength on new LP Phoenix", November 7, 2018., the latter praising her 2018 album Phoenix. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Acting | Acting
Shai Girl began her acting career in 2014. She has appeared in a number of independent films and productions, with credits listed on IMDbIMDb. Shaneika Alston filmography. https://m.imdb.com/name/nm10479400/. Several of the films she has acted in are available on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime and Tubi. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Writing and Public Speaking | Writing and Public Speaking
She is the author of SHAI WAY TO SUCCESS, a motivational book aimed at empowering creatives through life coaching principles, personal development, and mindset work. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Recognition | Recognition
Shai Girl’s work has been featured in regional and niche media, including an artist spotlight by UrbanBridgez and an album review by Charleston City Paper. |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | External links | External links
IMDb profile
UrbanBridgez feature
Charleston City Paper article |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | References | References |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | External links | External links
Shai Way to Success on Amazon |
Draft:Shaneika "Shai Girl" Alston | Table of Content | '''Shaneika Alston''', Early life and education, Career, Music, Acting, Writing and Public Speaking, Recognition, External links, References, Early Life and Education, Career, Music, Acting, Writing and Public Speaking, Recognition, External links, References, External links |
Draft:Chungcheong Metropolitan Railroad | Unreferenced | The Chungcheong Metropolitan Railroad () is a commuter rail service of the Daejeon Metropolitan Subway system which is planned to connect Chungcheongnam-do (Gyeryong-si, Nonsan-si), Chungcheongbuk-do (Okcheon-gun), and Sejong Special Self-Governing City with Daejeon Metropolitan City as the center. Services will be operated by Korail on the existing Gyeongbu Line(Sintanjin Station ~ Okcheon Station) and Honam Line(Ojeong Station ~ Ganggyeong Station). |
Draft:Chungcheong Metropolitan Railroad | Rolling stock | Rolling stock
Nine 2-car EMU trainsets. |
Draft:Chungcheong Metropolitan Railroad | Table of Content | Unreferenced, Rolling stock |
File:The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball press logo (compressed).png | Summary | Summary |
File:The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball press logo (compressed).png | Licensing | Licensing |
File:The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball press logo (compressed).png | Table of Content | Summary, Licensing |
Draft:Media (communication) | AfC submission | In communication, media (sing. medium) are the outlets or tools used to store and deliver semantic information or contained subject matter, described as content. The term generally refers to components of the mass media communications industry, such as print media (publishing), news media, photography, cinema, broadcasting (radio and television), digital media, and advertising. Each of these different channels requires a specific, thus media-adequate approach, to a successful transmission of content.
The development of early writing and paper enabling longer-distance communication systems such as mail, including in the Persian Empire (Chapar Khaneh and Angarium) and Roman Empire, can be interpreted as early forms of media. Writers such as Howard Rheingold have framed early forms of human communication, such as the Lascaux cave paintings and early writing, as early forms of media. Another framing of the history of media starts with the Chauvet Cave paintings and continues with other ways to carry human communication beyond the short range of voice: smoke signals, trail markers, and sculpture.
In its modern application, the term media as relating to communication channels was first used by Canadian communications theorist Marshall McLuhan, who stated in Counterblast (1954): "The media are not toys; they should not be in the hands of Mother Goose and Peter Pan executives. They can be entrusted only to new artists because they are art forms." By the mid-1960s, the term had spread to general use in North America and the United Kingdom. According to H. L. Mencken, the phrase mass media was used as early as 1923 in the United States.
The term medium (the singular form of media) is defined as "one of the means or channels of general communication, information, or entertainment in society, as newspapers, radio, or television." |
Draft:Media (communication) | Table of Content | AfC submission |
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