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Ethiopia's Tigray Region Seeks Federal Help Following Town Seizure ADDIS ABABA - The tale of a land once marred by war took a new twist. On a seemingly ordinary Wednesday, the Tigray region of Ethiopia echoed with a resounding plea for federal intervention. The tranquility they fought to establish seemed to teeter on the edge as a faction within the region's main political party boldly seized control of a key town. Questions reverberated: Are old wounds liable to reopen? The Tigray People's…

In a concerted and vibrant show of unity, a cohort of Somali political leaders is echoing their vast support for the ongoing military undertakings against notorious terror groups Al-Shabaab and ISIS. Three prominent figures have emerged at the forefront: former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, the past Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire, and esteemed opposition leader Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame. Their stand represents a robust call for collaboration and strategic foresight in the face of mounting threats. Mogadishu,…

Political Turmoil in South West State: Calls for Reform Amidst Allegations of Repression Mogadishu (AX) — On a brisk Monday evening, the atmosphere in Mogadishu was thick with determination as lawmakers and political leaders from South West State converged to voice their mounting concerns. The issues at hand have been simmering for some time now: a combination of governance failures, accusations of political suppression, and claims of electoral deceit are casting a long shadow over President Abdiaziz…

In a pointed discussion during the recent G20 gathering in South Africa, a coalition of former African heads of state convened to spotlight an urgent crisis: the escalating debt burden on the continent. United under the African Leaders' Debt Initiative, these seasoned leaders articulated a clarion call for "intensified international cooperation." But what does this cooperation truly entail? It begs the question: can the global financial structure be adjusted to genuinely uplift developing nations? The atmosphere during this…

Four families in the UK have initiated a profound lawsuit in the United States against the social media platform TikTok, linking the app's content to the untimely deaths of their children. They assert that their loved ones fell victim to a perilous trend known as the "blackout challenge," which they encountered while scrolling through TikTok's endless feed. The heartbreaking allegations include the tragic cases of Archie Battersbee, aged 12; Isaac Kenevan, 13; Maia Walsh, also 13; and Julian "Jools" Sweeney, aged 14. Each…

For nearly a month now, the judicial system has come to a standstill, with magistrates resolute in their decision to abstain from their duties. This protest stems from persistent grievances regarding subpar working conditions and insufficient salaries. As a result, countless court cases have languished in limbo, leaving many seeking justice in a precarious state of uncertainty. The National Trade Union of Magistrates, known as SYNAMAG, has voiced strong disapproval toward the government’s apparent neglect of the judiciary.…

In a remarkable and harrowing incident on Lake Dias, Florida, local authorities executed a daring rescue that was captured on video, leaving spectators in awe. The scene unfolded on Tuesday, when deputies from the Volusia County Sheriff's marine unit encountered a boat careening wildly across the water, seemingly without direction or purpose. As the boat spun wildly, its lone occupant slumped unconscious, the tension in the air was palpable. What prompts a boat to become such a chaotic vessel on a serene lake? Was it a…

In a display that warmed the souls of their steadfast fans, Liverpool dispatched Ipswich Town with a resounding 4-1 triumph at Anfield. This victory solidified their six-point cushion over Arsenal in the upper echelons of the Premier League standings.The atmosphere was electric as Liverpool glided past a hapless Ipswich squad, who were still licking their wounds from a brutal 6-0 drubbing by Manchester City only a week ago. The floodgates opened in the mere 11th minute courtesy of Dominik Szoboszlai’s low drive.Mohamed…

In a surprising twist that’s stirred the political waters in Liberia, the leadership of the Liberian National Police has identified several lawmakers, including the embattled Speaker Fonati Koffa, as "persons of interest" in the troubling investigation surrounding the recent fire at the Capitol Building—home to the nation’s legislative activities. The Capitol, once a proud symbol of democracy, now bears the scars of controversy that threaten to engulf its inhabitants. In a formal communication directed to the House of…