Hiiraan Regional Leaders and Elders Dismantle Unlawful Checkpoints Disrupting Trade in Beledweyne

Beledweyne (AX) – In a significant community triumph, Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan Ugas Khalif, the esteemed leader of the Hawadle tribe, has navigated the successful dismantling of numerous rogue checkpoints along the stretch between Beledweyne and El-gal in the Hiiraan territory.Flanked by Hiiraan's regional chief, Muse Salad Wehliye, and a cohort of respected elders, the leader embarked on a mission to clear the main artery linking Mataban and Beledweyne. These makeshift barricades had been a notorious thorn in the side of…

What is the optimal heart rate for effective fat burning and weight loss?

In my decade of coaching and training, heart rate is one of the most overlooked factors in weight loss. While most people focus on adjusting their diet or trying the latest exercise trend, I've found that understanding and tracking heart rate can make a significant difference in achieving results. Once I started incorporating heart rate monitoring into their routines, many clients experienced more effective fat loss and more significant progress. By targeting the right heart rate zones, I was…

UN Calls for an Immediate Halt to Disturbing Escalation in the Middle East

'Disturbing' Surge in Middle East Violence Must Cease - United Nations The ongoing turmoil in the Middle East has reached alarming levels, prompting an urgent call from the United Nations for a cessation of hostilities. This escalation, characterized by distressing violence and loss of innocent lives, demands immediate attention and decisive action. As tensions automatically soar in the region, reports indicate a catastrophic increase in clashes, resulting in casualties and an exodus of families fleeing their homes. The…

Luis Enrique’s Risky Decision to Exclude ‘Unprepared’ Dembélé Backfires Dramatically Against Arsenal

Luis Enrique made a bold call when he excluded Ousmane Dembélé from PSG’s lineup for their season's most significant clash against Arsenal. And boy, did it go sideways on Tuesday night. Real bad. Despite being match-fit and performing well, Dembélé was sidelined by Enrique for perceived lack of dedication. The PSG boss believed he could win against a top-tier team without one of his star players. “If you don’t meet the team’s standards, you’re not ready,” Enrique explained pre-match. To fill Dembélé’s considerable…

Opposition Urges NCC to Focus on Prompt Elections and State-Building Initiatives

Mogadishu (AX) – As regional and federal leaders banter and confer during the second day of the National Consultative Council (NCC) huddle, attention swings onto the looming elections, national security woes, and the precarious balance of political harmony.Insiders whisper that these bigwigs aim to tackle the thorny issue of regional state leaders who are overstaying their welcome, with critics clamoring for timely elections.The opposition ain't beating around the bush; they've blasted warnings against any cheeky maneuvers…

Counter-Terrorism in Somalia, or: How External Interferences Helped to Produce Militant Islamism

Somalia has made international headlines for almost two decades now, first as a state of civil war characterized by clan warfare and humanitarian catastrophe, then as a failed state, and finally as a potential safe haven for Islamic terrorists. Contrary to the assumption about ‘black holes’ and ungoverned spaces voiced by politicians and some academics, the Harmony Project of the Center for Combating Terrorism at West Point has recently shown that the absence of a government in Somalia did not automatically provide…

David Triumphs as Lille Halts Real’s Lengthy Unbeaten Streak

In a surprising twist, Lille claimed a notable 1-0 triumph at home over reigning champions Real Madrid in Wednesday's Champions League group stage matchup. This victory halted Real Madrid's impressive 14-match undefeated streak in this prestigious tournament.Just moments before the first-half whistle blew, Jonathan David capitalized on a penalty opportunity, marking Real’s first loss in a staggering 36-game run across all competitions since January.This outcome propelled the Ligue 1 team from Lille to secure three points…

New Wave of Israeli Airstrikes Claims Six Lives in Central Beirut

In the dead of night, Israeli forces launched an airstrike on central Beirut, resulting in the tragic loss of at least six lives. This attack comes on the heels of what has been deemed Israel's bloodiest day in the past year of skirmishes with the Iran-supported Hezbollah. According to Israel, the operation was a meticulously planned air assault targeting specific sites within Beirut. Witnesses quoted by Reuters described a thunderous explosion. A security source indicated that the strike hit a structure located in the…

Kenya’s Inflation Rate Drops to 3.6% in September

An employee clutches some bread loaves in a Nairobi supermarket, Kenya on May 8, 2017. © Baz Ratner/Reuters File Photo Hold onto your hats because Kenya's inflation (KECPI=ECI) dipped to 3.6% in September, compared with 4.4% in the prior month, as revealed by official statistics on Wednesday. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, month-on-month inflation showed a slight uptick of 0.2% from a stagnant 0.0% the previous month. Aiming for a sweet spot, Kenya eyes an inflation rate between 2.5% and 7.5% over…

Turkish Ship Embarks on Hydrocarbon Exploration Mission in Somalia

The Turkish seismic ship, Oruç Reis, is set to embark on a mission to Somalia this weekend, as mentioned by Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar. Minister Bayraktar broke the news about this expedition during an assembly held in Ankara on October 2. A recent accord between Türkiye and Somalia allows exploration for hydrocarbons in three specific offshore blocks. According to the agreement concluded in July, Türkiye has obtained the sole rights to explore and produce hydrocarbons in blocs each…

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