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Low-intensity exercise is a gentler form of physical activity than high-intensity exercise, but it's still a great way to shed unwanted pounds. These exercises are ideal for those just starting out or for people who want a gentler approach. We chatted with a personal trainer who outlines the best low-intensity exercises for weight loss that you can easily work into your routine. These moves will be kind to your joints while helping you achieve your weight loss goals. When you perform…

Mogadishu (AX) — On Monday, the police in the Banadir region unveiled a trio of men charged with livestock theft, following an operation in the Wadajir area of Mogadishu.These fellows are thought to be part of a broader scheme that swipes animals, goats being their prime target, using fancy rides for their escapades."The diligent officers at Wadajir police station have nabbed three individuals facing allegations of livestock thievery, focusing on goats," stated a communiqué from the Banadir Police Command.This development…

The Ministry of Health in Lebanon has reported that Israeli airstrikes targeted the southern city of Tyre, resulting in the deaths of a minimum of five people and injuries to ten others. In an official statement, the ministry mentioned that “this morning’s attack by the Israeli enemy on a building located in the city’s center resulted in a preliminary count of five fatalities and ten injuries.” The statement further indicated that “efforts are underway to clear the debris from the site.” Footage captured by an AFP…

Arsenal's grit was commendable, even as they navigated the choppy waters of losing key defenders Gabriel and Jurrien Timber in the latter stages, on top of the suspended William Saliba and the injured Riccardo Calafiori not being available.These are the challenging circumstances, yet for Arteta and his squad in the cutthroat arena of the Premier League's upper echelon, the current standings are sounding alarm bells.The Gunners' draw with Liverpool only lent a hand to Manchester City, who are comfortably perched at the summit…

Chad has launched a comprehensive vaccination initiative that includes the R21 malaria vaccine, representing a significant advancement in safeguarding the health of its younger population. This ambitious campaign is set to provide the PCV13, rotavirus, and malaria vaccines to an impressive total of 19.7 million children aged between six months and five years. Notably, the malaria vaccine will specifically benefit 168,522 children across 28 targeted districts. By incorporating the malaria vaccine into its national…

Manchester United's head honcho, Erik ten Hag, voiced frustration over what he sees as an "unfair and unjust" ending. A contentious penalty toward the game's close led to a 2-1 loss at West Ham.

In the Philippines, teams of rescuers have plunged into lakes and combed through remote villages in a frantic search for those still missing, as the grim toll from Tropical Storm Trami has surged to a staggering 100 deaths. Trami unleashed its fury on October 24, marking itself as one of the most catastrophic storms to strike this Southeast Asian nation this year. The national disaster management agency reports that the tempest forced over 500,000 individuals to abandon their homes, with a shocking 36 people still…

Finnish Peace Envoy Visits Djibouti DJIBOUTI CITY, Djibouti (AXADLE) — Suldaan Said Ahmed, Finland’s Special Envoy for Peace Mediation in the Horn of Africa, jet-setted to Djibouti on Sunday. He huddled with key leaders to boost their cooperative mojo. The envoy, rubbing elbows with Prime Minister Abdoulkader Kamil Mohamed and Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, hammered on Finland and Djibouti joining forces for peace mediation. "Though both Finland and Djibouti may be small on the map, they've got a significant role…

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) - On Sunday, Somalia's National Consultative Council (NCC) resumed, hoping to pacify the ripples between President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and regional leaders, triggered by debates on extending term limits and elections post-2026. The gathering, initially set for Saturday, October 26, was postponed, and the absence of Jubaland's head, Ahmed Mohamed Islan (Ahmed Madobe), was notable as Villa Somalia couldn’t bring him on board.  Puntland's leader, Said Abdullahi Deni, also gave the NCC a miss,…

Madison Square Garden in New York City frequently earns the title of the "most iconic arena on the planet." For artists and performers, securing a spot at "the Garden," as it's affectionately called, signals that they've truly arrived. It’s worth noting that the venue's appeal stretches beyond the realm of music. Memorable sports milestones have unfolded within its walls, most notably the legendary boxing match known as the "Fight of the Century," featuring Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier back in 1971. Moreover, it was…