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SFF president Ali Abdi Mohamed (sporting a blue shirt)The Somalia Football Federation (SFF) has firmly rejected any allegations of bias among its referees.The federation emphasized its dedication to elevating the country's football to meet global standards. In a statement, the SFF highlighted the role of football as more than just a pastime; it's a source of jobs for young people, a deterrent from negative influences, and a glue holding the nation together despite its ongoing security troubles. "Some naysayers have been…

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the authority behind the esteemed Red Lists of Threatened Species, has declared the African Penguin as “critically endangered.” The IUCN Red List serves as the worldwide benchmark for evaluating extinction risk. As of now, it has assessed 163,040 species, with a staggering 45,321 facing peril. This charming African Penguin, a beloved icon, stands as the first of 18 penguin species around the globe to meet the daunting criteria for this designation—just a…

Manchester United has shown Erik ten Hag the door.The news dropped like a lead balloon on Monday morning, concluding his tenure at Old Trafford after two and a half years at the helm. Sunday's Premier League loss to West Ham marked his final act.In what's been a rough start, United languishes at 14th in the standings, a whopping seven points adrift of the Champions League spots, with just three wins in nine league outings and four in fourteen across all contests.In the upheaval, the club's machinery has swung into action.…

The Western European hedgehog—a charming, spiky little creature often spotted in gardens—faces a troubling decline. Increasingly, these nocturnal mammals find themselves navigating perilous roads as their natural habitats shrink due to human encroachment. Today, an updated Red List of Threatened Species was unveiled during the UN's COP16 biodiversity summit in Cali, Colombia. This new listing has tragically lowered the hedgehog’s conservation status from "least concern" to "near threatened." This shift indicates a growing…

Ethiopia as a Trustworthy Ally, Opposition Party Declares Location: HARGEISA, Somalia - In a notable endorsement, North Western State of Somalia's opposition group has voiced strong support for Ethiopia's association with the self-governing territory. They highlight how Hargeisa and Addis Ababa have fostered beneficial ties amidst the stormy waters of the Horn of Africa. Mohamed Abdullahi Omar, esteemed member of the Waddani party, relayed to Addis Standard that the faction harbors no reservations…

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye took to the podium recently, emphasizing to the electorate that the upcoming election on November 17 is set to be conducted with utmost transparency and fairness. He urged everyone involved to practice "restraint" as a critical component of the electoral process. In his address, Faye called upon all political factions to behave with "responsibility, restraint, and moderation." He reiterated his unwavering dedication to conducting "free, democratic, and transparent" elections, an essential…

You may already know the well-known benefits of taking a daily walk or improve your exercise routine by adding walking sessions. But have you ever thought about what makes these walks even more effective? Let me share a little secret that is a guaranteed game changer: Pick up the pace! In this article, I'll go over exactly how you can increase your daily walking speed for weight loss. Whether you want to boost your fitness, reach those step goals faster or simply walk more efficiently, increasing…

Beledweyne (AX) — A devastating explosion rocked the Howlwadaag area of Beledweyne town in the Hiiraan region on Tuesday, claiming the life of a civilian and injuring seven others. The blast targeted a well-loved local eating spot where young folks, especially soccer enthusiasts, often gather.The chaotic aftermath left the neighborhood reeling in disbelief. Despite an investigation launched hours later by security personnel, no apprehensions have been reported.Against a backdrop of rising unease in Beledweyne, tragedy struck…

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Hargeisa (AX) — An investigation has been kicked off by North Western State of Somalia's intelligence folks into some hot-headed fans of the Kulmiye party. These lads reportedly strutted around a Monday night rally in Hargeisa armed to the teeth with pistols and rifles, raising eyebrows and heart rates.The National Intelligence Agency (NIA) let the cat out of the bag, mentioning that live rounds were popped off in a Hargeisa neighborhood, sending the crowd into a tizzy."Those hooligans toting shotguns and causing mayhem…