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Emerging Somali-Swedish artist Salad Hilowle captivates the art scene with his vibrant examination of Afro-Swedish identity and diaspora, weaving together the realms of video, sculpture, and photography. His anticipated showcase at the American Swedish Institute explores profound themes of identity and resilience. / Photo courtesy of Göteborgs KonsthallMINNEAPOLIS, Minn (AX) — Salad Hilowle, an artist of Somali origin nurtured in Sweden, is poised to unveil his first U.S. solo exhibit at the American Swedish Institute (ASI)…

Footage from surveillance cameras capturing a tragic collision that resulted in the deaths of five friends in June 2023 was highlighted as Derrick Thompson faced his federal trial.Tears rolled down, and comforting embraces were shared among family members as they watched the haunting footage in federal court. It was a heart-wrenching scene involving the tragic fates of five young Somali American women.During the trial’s opening moments, the grim video of the incident—where Thompson, the driver, struck the women's car—played.…

A court in Russia has handed down a nearly seven-year prison sentence to a 72-year-old American citizen accused of serving as a mercenary in Ukraine. The man, identified by media outlets as Stephen Hubbard, was adjudicated in accordance with the country's stringent laws regarding foreign combatants. In recent months, Russia has apprehended several American nationals and orchestrated significant prisoner exchanges. Among those released was Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich, as well as Irish citizen Paul Whelan.…

Four years have zipped by since George Floyd’s tragic passing, shaking the law enforcement community. During that span, scores of officers departed, and fresh recruits were sparse. City officials announced a turning point last month, with recruitment numbers finally climbing.Sitting amidst her fellow graduates at the American Indian Center, Ikran Mohamed beams, fresh from completing the Minneapolis Police Department’s training. Credit: Matt Sepic | MPR NewsThis piece is brought to you courtesy of MPR News in tandem with…

The famous bassist Richard Bona, a naturalized American for several years, takes a step further in his break with his country of origin, Cameroon. In a video broadcast on March 17 on social networks, we see him destroy his Cameroonian passport and express harsh…

American journalist "killed in Irpin" close to Kiev, the Ukrainian capital KIEV, Ukraine - An American journalist was killed and one other was injured whereas protecting Russia's warfare in Ukraine. Brent Renaud, a US citizen and award-winning filmmaker who as soon as labored for The New York Times, was shot and killed within the northern Ukrainian city of Irpin on Sunday. "We are deeply…

Five years after their debut, as a miracle, the Daughters traveled to Illighadad around the world to spread their desert blues in combination with women. At Pioneer Works, a record with undeniable charm and power, recorded live in Brooklyn, testifies. A magic, an enchanting energy, woven on a handful of tones, a brilliant meditation inflated by electricity, guitars with circular and infectious songs, irrevocable clapping of the hands, traditional water drums - the tendency - for foundations and…

Madobe meets American troops serving in Jubaland as KDF donates meals KISMAYO, Somalia - Jubaland President Ahmed Islam Mohamed Madobe on Tuesday held a closed-door assembly with a bit of US troops stationed within the state of Jubaland, the place Al-Shabaab has been a menace for thus a few years. Al-Shabaab militants management massive elements of central and southern Somalia in…

Hershey's and Mars, two American corporations within the chocolate trade, draw anger from Abidjan and Accra. Ivorian and Ghanaian cocoa regulators criticize them for undermining efforts to extend farmers 'producers' incomes. The 2 multinational corporations have "quickly" modified provider to keep away from financing the respectable revenue distinction, a bonus supposed for cocoa farmers.…

What policy does the Biden administration intend to pursue in Africa? For the Cameroonian Christopher Fomunyoh, African director of the National Democratic Institute in Washington, we can expect significant changes. Online from Washington, he answers questions from Bineta Diagne. .