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A navy vessel transporting migrants has successfully docked at Shengjin port in Albania, marking a significant milestone in the recently established agreement between Italy and Albania. This marks the inaugural arrival of migrants under this new pact. After a lengthy journey of 36 hours, the Italian navy ship brought 16 individuals hailing from Bangladesh and Egypt. These individuals will temporarily reside in prefabricated accommodations while their applications for asylum are being assessed. Italy has set up two…

In a match showcasing classic Messi brilliance, Argentina decimated Bolivia in their quest for World Cup qualification, courtesy of Messi's masterclass, netting a trio of goals and dishing out a pair of assists on a Tuesday night football fiesta.The Monumental de Nuñez Stadium buzzed with electric energy, watching Argentina crush Bolivia 6-0 while Messi basked in the passion of the home supporters. "You could feel the love pouring from the fans here," Messi said post-match, embracing the palpable connection with the…

Mogadishu (AX) — Picture this: A nightmare that hundreds of Somali migrants face while stranded in Libya. Dreaming of thriving in Europe, they flee home to escape conflict and poverty, yet find themselves ensnared in a grim landscape coated with violence and scarcity instead.Entrapped in Tripoli, these wayfarers have fallen into the hands of infamous human traffickers known as the "Magafe." These unscrupulous smugglers make life surreal with daily nightmares—extortion, torture, and the gnawing presence of starvation. As…

With November's US elections looming just around the corner, Democrats find themselves in a frantic race to win back lost constituents. Republicans seem to have successfully broadened their base, enticing new voters while gradually diminishing the traditional Democratic stronghold. Recent polls reveal that Donald Trump has gained significant traction within the GOP, especially among Latino and Black communities. Although these groups are not monolithic, they have historically leaned Democratic. For example, approximately…

Bishop Samuel J. Quire, the prominent leader of the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Liberia, has recently expressed deep concerns regarding reports of several congregations pondering a split from the denomination. Their contemplation of such a move stems from the heated discussions surrounding the acceptance of same-sex marriage within the church. Quire firmly emphasized that no congregation under the Methodist banner is entitled to sever ties, highlighting that those contemplating such a decision are straying from the…

Mogadishu (AX) — A whirlwind of bureaucratic hurdles has prompted Italy to suddenly slam the brakes on issuing visas to Somali citizens, leaving many in a state of confusion. Ambassador Pier Mario Daccò Coppi, in a rare departure from diplomatic parlance, squashed speculations of political motives, pointing instead to administrative hang-ups that have choked the visa machinery. He reassured that the Italian authorities are busy untangling red tape, aiming to get the situation back on track swiftly.From the heart of Rome,…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - In Mogadishu's bustling Hodan district on a sunny Wednesday, tragedy struck as two young entrepreneurs lost their lives and two more were harmed, adding to a troubling pattern of brutish assaults carried out by Al-Shabaab on businesses in the Somali capital. As daylight played witness to yet another attack, this grim event marks the eighth in two mere weeks, spotlighting Al-Shabaab’s increasing menace against steadfast shopkeepers who defy their diktat against surveillance systems. Authorities…

We get it – lunch can be a challenge! Whether you work from home or in the office, it can be hard to catch a break. In fact, many skip lunch in total. But here's the problem—skipping meals can actually derail your weight loss goals. It may sound counterintuitive, but when you finally sit down to your next meal after skipping one, you're more likely to overeat. So eating lunch is important, even if you're trying to lose weight. That's why we've created a quick, high-protein, no-cook lunch recipe that you can whip up in just…

Tragedy struck in the northwestern region of Nigeria’s Jigawa state, where a catastrophic fuel tanker explosion has claimed the lives of over 90 individuals. Eyewitness accounts reveal that crowds had gathered around the tanker in the aftermath of the accident, driven by desperation to siphon off fuel when disaster struck. “It's concerning that, despite repeated warnings from law enforcement urging the public to maintain a safe distance from fuel tanker mishaps, people continue to jeopardize their safety,” expressed a…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a significant move, the United Kingdom has committed an extra £7.5 million to back the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), wrapping up its duties by December 2024, aiming to curb the al-Shabaab threat in the Horn of Africa. This donation, totaling almost $10 million, lifts the UK's total funding for ATMIS and its forerunner, AMISOM, to £77 million since 2021. The European Union and the United States, through the United Nations, primarily finance this mission. The funds are…