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On December 29, a Jeju Air jet tragically crashed near Muan airport in South Korea, marking a dark chapter in aviation history. The incident claimed the lives of 179 people, making it the deadliest airplane accident ever recorded on South Korean soil. To add to the mystery, the flight’s black boxes—those all-important flight data and cockpit voice recorders—stopped recording just four minutes before the aircraft collided with a concrete structure. Talk about cutting things a little too close for comfort. Now, this wasn’t…

Dermot and Anne Tuohy, an Irish couple, found themselves hastily escaping their Los Angeles residence as the Palisades Fire wreaked havoc, leaving their neighborhood in smoldering ruins. They consider themselves fortunate—“the lucky ones," as they put it. "We call Pacific Palisades home, which is split into two sections: the 'village' and the Highlands. Thankfully, we’re in the Highlands, though it suffered some damage; the village, however, is a total loss," Mr. Tuohy shared during an interview with RTÉ News, his…

Ethiopia and Somalia have agreed to restore and enhance their bilateral relations through full diplomatic representation in their respective capitals, the two nations have announced in a joint statement. This agreement on Saturday follows Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's warm reception of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, where the leaders held high-level discussions focused on strengthening relations and addressing mutual priorities.

Somalia has announced its candidacy for a seat on the African Union Peace and Security Council (AU PSC) for the 2025–2028 terms. In a press release issued over the weekend, Somalia outlined key reasons for its candidacy, emphasising its ”leadership in regional and continental priorities.” Somalia stressed the need for “fair representation,” noting its absence from the AU PSC since its creation in 2004. The country argued that its “inclusion is vital for ensuring equitable representation within the organisation.…

Ah, the hustle and bustle of politics and agriculture! Picture this: Egypt's top brass in agriculture, Minister Alaa Farouk, is out and about wearing his diplomatic hat, rubbing shoulders, and sipping coffee with his chums from Senegal and Somalia. They’re not just discussing the weather, mind you, but something that could put more bread on tables. We're talking turbo-charged agricultural cooperation, and not just your run-of-the-mill type—inspired once more by the thrilling surroundings at the African Union's Extraordinary…

In an urgent response to the raging Palisades wildfire in Los Angeles, helicopters dropped water and fire retardant on the steep terrains, aiming to curtail its unsettling eastward advance. The intensity of firefighting on the ground has surged dramatically, especially with wind gusts poised to reach a staggering 113 km/h, posing an additional peril to containment efforts. Tragically, the consequences of these wildfires have already claimed the lives of at least 16 individuals, leaving neighborhoods devastated and pushing…

Report By Axadle Mogadishu (AX) – Imagine waking up one morning in bustling Mogadishu, where the scent of freshly brewed Somali tea mingles with the sound of city life. It's here in this vibrant tapestry of culture and history that a serious brouhaha has brewed. Ninety-seven members—a mini-army if you ask me—of Somalia's federal parliament have come together with a bold message, one that sounds a lot like the famous Sherlock, “Stop thief!” only in this case, the alleged culprits live in the corridors of power, not on Baker…

In the heart of Addis Ababa, a significant tête-à-tête occurred. Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed shook hands, opting to reboot the diplomatic ties between their countries by promising full-scale embassies in each other's capitals. This meetup happened on a bustling Saturday. "We’re working towards a shared future," explained Abiy. They both reckon that fostering cooperation in global and regional forums is a big deal. Not just talking, but laying a solid groundwork built on…

Meta Bids Adieu to Fact-Checking: A New Era of Free Speech or Chaos? WASHINGTON/MOGADISHU, Jan 12 As the Political Circus Returns, Meta Tosses Its Fact-Checking Habit So, here we are, folks! Meta, you know, the conglomerate behind the likes of Facebook, Instagram, and the new kid on the block, Threads, has declared the dissolution of its once shiny third-party fact-checking program. This cocktail party gem, in place since 2016, just got the ax. And with former President Donald Trump eyeing a return to the…

The price tag for Somali pilgrims heading to the Hajj in 2025 has shot up to a whopping $4,604. This price surge reflects the inflating costs of travel and accommodation in Saudi Arabia, as per the Somali Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs. This fee is meant to cover everything from transportation and lodging to the logistics of organizing such a pilgrimage both in Somalia and once they reach the holy land of Saudi Arabia. While officials are making a hullabaloo about their initiatives to offer top-notch services,…