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Gobonimo Market Blaze Underlines Ongoing Vulnerabilities in Hargeisa's Commercial Centers Hargeisa (AX) — The tranquil evening air of Hargeisa was ruptured by a blaze, a fire that engulfed Gobonimo Market on Saturday. This incident starkly highlighted the underlying weaknesses of the city's vital trading zones. Are these catastrophic events becoming all too commonplace in a city heavily reliant on its markets? The North Western State of Somalia Police, through a succinct press release, confirmed the deployment of…

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…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the early hours of a frigid Tuesday morning, a towering hotel in the heart of Turkey's picturesque Koroglu mountains met a fiery fate, leaving an aching void in the lives of many. As flames ravaged the 12-story structure of the Grand Kartal Hotel situated at a ski resort, tragedy tightened its grip, claiming at least 76 lives and casting a shroud of sorrow over what should have been joyous winter holidays. The vibrant tales of snowy escapades turned into chilling whispers of despair, gripping the…

This week, a devastating fire erupted at a ski resort in Turkey, claiming the lives of 78 individuals, as confirmed by the country’s justice ministry. It’s a grim statistic that reflects a heartbreaking reality the nation is grappling with, particularly as every single victim has now been accounted for. Just yesterday evening, the Bolu prosecutor’s office had indicated that the death toll stood at 79. But as grim as the numbers sound, the actual count has been finalized. A sombre twist of fate indeed, as entire families…

In a tragic twist, nine individuals, including the hotel owner, have been apprehended as investigations intensify following a catastrophic fire at a ski resort in Turkey. This inferno, which erupted at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the picturesque Bolu mountains, has tragically claimed the lives of 76 individuals and left many others fighting for their lives, as reported by Turkey's Interior Minister, Ali Yerlikaya. In a somber update, Minister Yerlikaya shared that the remains of 45 victims have been returned to their grieving…

The tranquility of a winter holiday turned into a nightmare early Tuesday as an inferno engulfed a towering 12-story hotel at a beloved ski resort in northwestern Turkey. The devastating blaze claimed the lives of at least 76 people, among them, tragically, two individuals who leaped from the structure attempting a desperate escape, authorities reported. Situated in the picturesque Koroglu Mountains, some 185 miles east of Istanbul, the Grand Kartal Hotel in Kartalkaya faced a horrific calamity that injured an…

A sweeping aerial shot captures the ashen wake left after a devastating blaze tore through a hotel nestled in the picturesque ski haven of Kartalkaya, nestled in the Bolu region of Turkey. It is a sobering testament to the fiery turmoil that unfolded on a chilling January night. Sightlines of overturned chairs and scorched rooftops paint a stark picture, immortalized forever in the lens of Murad Sezer for REUTERS. In the aftermath of this nightmare, unfolding like a real-life drama no one ever wants to participate in,…

In the wake of a devastating wildfire that swept through Los Angeles, displaced students and teachers have discovered a fresh start at a welcoming new school. Families and children from the charred grounds of Palisades Elementary Charter School found solace at Brentwood Elementary Science Magnet, which rolled out the red carpet for its new arrivals. Just imagine the scene: eager educators stood outside, smiles plastered on their faces, ready to embrace the flood of young learners flooding through the gates. The wildfires…

Dermot and Anne Tuohy, an Irish couple, found themselves hastily escaping their Los Angeles residence as the Palisades Fire wreaked havoc, leaving their neighborhood in smoldering ruins. They consider themselves fortunate—“the lucky ones," as they put it. "We call Pacific Palisades home, which is split into two sections: the 'village' and the Highlands. Thankfully, we’re in the Highlands, though it suffered some damage; the village, however, is a total loss," Mr. Tuohy shared during an interview with RTÉ News, his…

In a tragic incident, a devastating fire at the neonatal unit of a hospital in India claimed the lives of ten newborns, while another sixteen infants remain in critical condition. Officials believe a malfunctioning oxygen machine sparked the blaze. Building fires are alarmingly frequent in India, often attributed to subpar construction practices and a blatant disregard for safety standards. This catastrophic event erupted around 10:30 PM local time yesterday at the Maharani Lakshmibai Medical College in Jhansi, situated…