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Starting the day with a healthy breakfast sets a positive tone for the rest of your meals. A well-balanced morning meal provides energy and essential nutrients while supporting long-term heart health by helping to manage cholesterol, blood pressure and weight. Whether you prefer savory or sweet, there are plenty of delicious options that fit into a heart-friendly diet without sacrificing taste or convenience. If you're aiming for a more heart-friendly breakfast, don't worry—it's totally doable! Your morning meal can still be…

Beledweyne (AX) – The administration of Hiiraan in Hirshabelle has sounded the alarm to Ethiopia over maneuvers threatening Somalia’s sovereignty at their shared border. In a statement released on Friday, Hiiraan’s leadership emphasized that the Federal Government holds the reins over Somalia’s borders. Represented by Hirshabelle, a member state within the Federal Republic of Somalia, they stand firm on this position. The administration declared zero tolerance for any acts jeopardizing their country's territorial…

Recently, stakeholders in Uganda convened to examine a thought-provoking report that sheds light on the rising menace of extremism in the nation. This Rapid Threat Assessment, conducted in partnership with various international organizations, pinpoints emerging trends and identifies communities that are particularly vulnerable. It serves as a stark reminder that “economic progress cannot thrive in an environment of instability.” In the midst of these discussions, Susan Namondo, the UN Resident Coordinator, emphasized that…

As Africa grapples with the rising financial toll of climate change, accessing climate finance becomes vital for both addressing these challenges and adapting to them. Moreover, it's essential for steering the continent's development in line with the global aim of capping temperature increases to 1.5°C.  African representatives face a pivotal moment at COP29 in Azerbaijan, where they are encouraged to push for fair climate finance allocation for their continent. A new financing strategy is anticipated to be established by a…

Two words that are the bane of almost every gym goer: belly fat. It's a daily struggle when trying to fit into jeans, and it's one of the most stubborn areas of fat on your body. It seems that no matter what you do in your exercise or diet, the belly fat won't go away. So, what can you do to beat the bulge? Well, I've rounded up 11 of the best interval training exercises to help blast away unwanted belly fat. As a solid foundation, you need to eat a healthy diet and exercise with a combination of…

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and the Federal Government of Somalia have doubled down on their pledge to foster regional peace, security, and economic cooperation. During a pivotal meeting, IGAD Executive Secretary Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud discussed bolstering these shared goals. The IGAD head honcho landed in Mogadishu, Somalia, to engage in high-stakes talks with the Somali government. In his speech, Dr. Workneh zeroed in on the indispensable part Somalia…

On Thursday, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan shared that Türkiye is planning to hold individual discussions with Ethiopia and Somalia. The aim is to pave the way for new negotiations tackling the contentious deal where Ethiopia agreed to lease North Western State of Somalia's coastline. Türkiye, striving for peace in the region, has already facilitated two rounds of these crucial meetings between the East African neighbors. However, a third round, originally scheduled for Tuesday in Ankara, got derailed and didn't happen.…

On Thursday, a military helicopter transporting international peacekeepers experienced a mishap near the Somali capital, Mogadishu. Remarkably, several military personnel aboard, including three Ugandan soldiers part of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), survived the crash, as per security sources.Fortunately, the incident led to no fatalities, a military official disclosed to Anadolu via a phone call. They asked to stay anonymous due to lack of media authorization.At this point, neither the Somali…

When most people think of working out to lose weight, they immediately turn to traditional cardio. "Traditional" refers to the long, slow, steady type of exercise—jogging, biking, walking, etc.—that lasts from 30 to 60 minutes. Sure, that training method is valuable for your overall health, but if you're not seeing the fat loss progress you want, it may be time to up your fitness a few notches. To help you out, I've put together six of the best interval workouts to lose weight faster. One of the…