losing

The sting of defeat is difficult to bear. Constantly facing reminders of that loss can feel particularly harsh. As the media and political strategists made their way out of the nation’s capital from Washington Dulles International Airport, echoes of the tumultuous week rang in their ears. Merchandise featuring Kamala Harris was notably marked down by 50%. Bright red 'clearance' stickers plastered Joe Biden's inventory, a glaring sign of discontent. Such is the game of politics. Kamala Harris' merchandise was notably…

Somalia's young'uns, especially those who sprouted just as the Siad Barre regime fizzled out, know naught but turmoil. Drama and chaos have been their babysitters. We’ve hung on for yonks, looking for some government worth its salt, but just when we think there might be some glimmer of silver linings, doubt crashes the party. Is change just a pipe dream? A smidgen of impatience ain't outlandish given that every step forward seems to come with a hop back. Walking amidst shattered pledges and dislocation, our enthusiasm…

Will Sudan normalize its relations with Israel? In any case, more and more sources, especially Israeli and Sudanese media, confirm. According to them, you will put a lot of pressure on Khartoum so that the Sudanese accept an agreement: an approximation to the Hebrew state in exchange for a package that includes the withdrawal of sanctions and financial support. According to these same media, the…