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In a scene that unfolded with the kind of tension you only find in a Hollywood thriller, Garowe, Puntland, became the nerve center of a high-stakes battle against the notorious Daesh group—modern-day pirates of terror who lurk in the shadows, ready to pounce. The echoes of chaos reverberated as one brave soul of the Puntland army made the ultimate sacrifice, while three of his comrades were left nursing their wounds after an insidious drone attack. The ambush played out in the once tranquil, now embattled, Janno Jiifta—a…

In a tale that'll make your spine tingle and your heart ache, a man in Kenya is stirring the winds of fear and disbelief with his strikingly calm demeanor amidst an appalling accusation. "John Kiama Wambua," says the Directorate for Criminal Investigations (DCI), looked as cool as a cucumber when nabbed with ghastly remains in his possession. The bustling streets of Huruma, flanked by the gentle whispers of Nairobi’s morning breeze, bore witness to this chilling narrative. Police officers, carrying out their…

Somalis displaced by the relentless drought gather at the Ladan camp in Dolow, a scene painted with stark reality as of May 1, 2023. (AFP file) UNITED NATIONS: This year, the United Nations has rung the alarm bells for Somalia, revealing that almost six million souls, roughly one-third of the country’s population, are in dire straits and require humanitarian assistance. In a bid to alleviate this plight, they've put forth a funding call, seeking a staggering $1.43 billion. Spare some sympathy for Somalia, a land locked in…

In a move that signals a deepening relationship between Europe and the United States, Michael McGrath, Ireland's EU Commissioner, has revealed that the European Union is eager to accelerate plans to procure additional oil and gas from the US. This strategic outreach comes on the heels of the Trump administration’s arrival and aims to forge stronger economic ties. As anticipation builds for President Donald Trump's virtual appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, McGrath shared his insights with RTÉ News. "It's a…

In a move that has sent ripples of optimism through the financial markets, Gabon's transitional government declared that presidential elections are set to take place on April 12, 2025. This announcement marks a significant step towards restoring civilian governance in a country that has seen its fair share of turmoil. Just picture it: a nation where military tanks once rolled through the streets under the leadership of General Brice Oligui Nguem, who led a coup against former president Ali Bongo in 2023, following a…

Mogadishu (AX) – Change is afoot in Somalia's livestock sector, and it's not just the grass that's greener. On a bright Thursday morning, the Somali government teamed up with the World Bank under the HoA DRIVE Project to unveil the $10 million Livestock Value Chain Fund (LVCF). This initiative is set to steer the livestock industry onto a lucrative path of transformation. Against the backdrop of the elegant Jazeera Palace in Mogadishu, Gargaara Company Limited hosted this momentous signing ceremony. It was more than just…

Hargeisa (AX) – In a bold move that's been turning heads across North Western State of Somalia, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro has shaken things up at the very top of the military and police hierarchy. The new appointees represent not just fresh faces but a pivotal shift towards youthful energy in national leadership, stirring a fascinating blend of hope and curiosity among the populace. Imagine being the youngest officer to ever grace the pinnacle of military leadership in your country—meet Lieutenant General…

In a historic leap forward, Thailand has emerged as the pioneer in Southeast Asia for legalizing same-sex marriages. With LGBTQ+ organizations rallying together, the nation aims to celebrate this groundbreaking moment by facilitating over 1,000 marriage registrations in a single day. After a relentless pursuit that spanned decades, Thailand joins the ranks of only two other Asian territories—Taiwan and Nepal—that have embraced marriage equality. The new law, which formally takes effect today, marks not just a shift in…

Ah, the enchanting world of football, or as the Americans affectionately call it, soccer. Picture this: a chilly January in 2025, the Emirates Stadium in the heart of London pulsating with eager anticipation. It's Arsenal versus GNK Dinamo Zagreb, and oh boy, what a spectacle it turned out to be! Kai Havertz, looking every bit the nimble genius, pirouetted across the field like a dervish, finding the net twice as Arsenal asserted their might with a comfortable 3-0 triumph over Dinamo Zagreb, much to the delight of their…

In a bold stance against the perils of beauty standards, the government has issued a resounding caution against the rampant use of skin bleaching products both within the nation and beyond its borders. This warning comes despite the glaringly obvious—yet often ignored—dangers associated with these products. During a recent forum aimed at shedding light on this troubling trend, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, expressed his deep concern over the pervasive presence of skin lightening creams,…