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In the swirling chaos of Liberia's recent past, hope for accountability appears to be dwindling. The establishment of a war crimes court, envisioned as a beacon of justice for the victims of the country’s 14-year civil conflict, is now shrouded in uncertainty. A pivotal player, the U.S. government, which was once anticipated to provide significant financial support, seems to be recalibrating its priorities. What does this mean for the aspirations of many Liberians seeking justice? Mark Toner, the outgoing U.S. Ambassador to…

In a humble office tucked away in Silicon Valley, a musician gazes at her earnings report, once riddled with frustration as 95% of her streaming revenue dissipated into the abyss of platform fees. Today, however, a wave of relief washes over her as she discovers that a staggering 99.5% of listener payments now come to her directly. Not far away, a filmmaker uploads a once-rejected documentary—spurned for its political overtones—onto EQC One. Within mere minutes, it is accessible to audiences around the globe,…

Mount Etna Eruption: A Natural Spectacle on Sicily's East Coast This morning, a stunning display unfolded above Mount Etna as columns of volcanic ash, gas, and rock erupted into the sky. The scene took place at Europe’s tallest active volcano, nestled on the picturesque east coast of Sicily, Italy. The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology shed light on the phenomenon, suggesting that the ash cloud was likely the result of material collapsing from the northern flank of the southeast crater. In their statement,…

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (AX) — As we gear up for the November 5 election, the political scene in St. Cloud is ready for a transformation. A total of six candidates are vying for three at-large seats on the city council. Notably, Hudda Ibrahim and Omar Podi are two Somali-American leaders determined to confront the city’s most pressing challenges while amplifying the voices of its varied residents.Hudda Ibrahim has been a key player in St. Cloud's civic engagements for quite some time. Recognized for her contributions to…

The destiny of who commands the Minnesota Legislature will soon hang in the balance as the upcoming election approaches. Particularly, the fierce battles unfolding in the St. Cloud area for seats in the Minnesota House are pivotal in deciding which political party will seize control of the state Capitol. In Minnesota, many districts are comfortably nestled in Republican or DFL hands, but the St. Cloud region is fiercely contested. The two House races here are among the hottest and most unpredictable in the state. “In areas…

Abdi Daisane Aims to Shift Minnesota House Seat to DFL in Upcoming Elections Amidst an evolving landscape in St. Cloud, local entrepreneur Abdi Daisane is gearing up to contest for the Minnesota House, seeking to tip the scales from Republican to Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) this autumn. Over the past few years, there's been a noticeable influx of new immigrants—many of whom hail from East Africa—shifting the socio-political fabric of the area. District 14A has been firmly in Republican hands for over a decade, and…