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A cool evening breeze whispered through the Garsoor neighborhood in the heart of Galkacyo as chaos erupted under a murky sky. In a clash that echoed like a thunderstorm, two local militias squared off, the night breaking open to the sound of gunfire. It was a Saturday night that the residents of this district in the Mudug region’s bustling capital won't soon forget. The predictable hum of city life gave way to a cacophony of fear and uncertainty. Northeastern State and Galmudug, two regional forces not foreign to the…

Hargeisa (AX) — North Western State of Somalia's president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, has thrown down the gauntlet with an audacious promise: to forge an elite military force that's as cutting-edge as they come. Picture this—troops armed to the teeth with futuristic weaponry, ready to defend every inch of North Western State of Somalia's territory, from the sun-baked desert borders to the rippling expanse of its seas. Now, isn't that a thrilling vision?Over the weekend, nestled amidst the distinct vibes of Hargeisa,…

The political landscape in Croatia has taken a swift and startling turn as Deputy Prime Minister Josip Dabro has stepped down in the wake of a controversial video that portrays him indulging in reckless behavior—shooting randomly from a moving vehicle. This incident adds fuel to the fire for Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic's administration, which has already been dealing with its share of scandals. Just last November, the health minister, Vili Bros, got the boot amid a corruption investigation. Talk about a rough patch! In…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a dramatic turn of events that feels like a reel from a geopolitical thriller, Somalia has summoned the Kenyan ambassador following claims of an audacious flight frolicking into restricted skies. This diplomatic dust-up kicked off on Saturday, with Somalia alleging that a Kenyan aircraft had made itself rather too comfortable above its sovereign clouds, all while ferrying Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe to the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. Picture this: sources who might sidle up to you in a crowded…

On a sun-drenched Saturday morning, the streets of Mogadishu buzzed with an unsual energy as Somali security forces scattered themselves across the city, staking their claim on Mogadishu's bustling corners. Their mission? Silencing the city’s signature soundtrack—auto-rickshaw speakers. These speakers, which once belted out catchy tunes and lively broadcasts, now find themselves tangled up in controversy. Just like that quiet guy at a party who suddenly breaks into a dance—unexpectedly! Police…

Later this morning, a ceasefire is set to take hold in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, ushering in a tentative hope for an end to a brutal conflict that has gripped the region for 15 long and tumultuous months. As part of this fragile truce, a release of hostages is slated to occur a few hours thereafter, which could signal a shift toward peace, albeit a complicated one. This breakthrough follows months of fluctuating negotiations, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States. Interestingly, the timeline coincides with…

Deeqo lounges on the stoop of her shiny new home, a significant upgrade from eight grueling years in an IDP camp. Photo by Hoodo Ahmed/Ergo In Garowe, the bustling heart of Somalia's Northeastern State region, the winds of change are brewing. A thousand internally displaced families are leaving behind the gritty hustle of tin shacks and entering the permanence of actual homes. Who’d have imagined? It’s a cultural shift, one that offers a poignant chapter of new beginnings rather than the endless loop of makeshift living.…

The saga of Lyle and Erik Menendez, who are entrenched in life sentences without the possibility of parole for the brutal slaying of their parents, is once again shifting gears—this time due to the formidable Los Angeles wildfires. In a courtroom adjournment reminiscent of a wily poker game, the resentencing hearing that was originally set for late January has now been postponed to March 20-21. This unexpected delay was rubber-stamped during a meeting between the Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Jesic, prosecutors,…

TikTok, the app that's got everyone from teenagers living for viral dance trends to grandparents trying out the latest viral challenges, may soon vanish from the screens of over 170 million Americans. Come Sunday, it faces the tech world's equivalent of being sent to the guillotine, all due to the ongoing legal kerfuffling with Uncle Sam. Apparently, unless the Biden administration can whip up a last-minute assurance that they won’t be cracking the app with penalties for violating its looming ban, TikTok might just zip…

An expansive view of the bustling cityscape of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, April 24, 2024. REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights In a world where financial stability often dances on the edge of chaos, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given Ethiopia reason for cheer. The IMF's executive board, like the proverbial knight in shining armor, signed off on the second review of Ethiopia's economic aid initiative on Friday. This momentous nod of approval unlocks a substantial disbursement of nearly $250…