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This Easter weekend, as families flock to cinemas nationwide seeking refuge from the rain, Warner Bros Pictures is keeping a close eye on ticket sales for its latest global sensation: A Minecraft Movie. Released on April 4, this whimsical film has already shattered the $500 million (€439.5 million) box office milestone worldwide, with $291.3 million in the U.S. and $273.3 million internationally (and those numbers are still rising). With a production budget of $150 million, not including promotional costs, the live-action…

Imagine embarking on a career journey, only for the road to suddenly stop short. That was me in June 2021 when the startup I was pouring my energy into paused my marketing position due to financial constraints. Those initial weeks were surreal, like a plot twist in a novel no one saw coming. Contract gigs became my new norm until December 2021, when I finally found myself in the comfort of a full-time role again. Yet, in a narrative as unpredictable as life itself, I faced another layoff.…

Jess Hallett remarked pointedly, "If you've been there and feel no empathy, there’s likely a deeper issue at play." Once a vocal opponent of UK immigration, a transformative journey from Somalia to the UK altered Jess Hallett's views. This journey recalibrated her perspective profoundly. Originating from Llanelli, Jess was among six assertive Brits chosen for Channel 4's compelling series, Go Back To Where You Came From. Traversing the perilous people smuggling routes, she experienced the dread of precarious boat…

Mogadishu (AX) — Amid the scenes of bustling markets and vibrant streets in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, whispers of hope rise, echoing with the dreams of young footballers poised to make history. The anticipation is palpable. On February 13, in the heart of Cairo where grand history resides, the next chapter for Somalia’s burgeoning football talent unfolds with the draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, precisely at 13:45 local time. Is this the dawn of a new era for Somali…

In a dramatic turn of events after imposing hefty tariffs on Mexico and Canada, President Donald Trump shifted his focus to his long-time adversary: China. The initial punitive measures against North American partners had rattled financial markets, not to mention evoking fears among allies wary of becoming targets themselves. However, when it came to Chinese imports, a modest 10% tariff seemed almost subdued by comparison. Speculation abounded regarding the motives behind this seemingly softer approach. Analysts pondered…

Is there a more apt moment to reflect on the saying, "A week is a long time in politics"? If we consider the recent upheavals in Washington, we might find it hard to disagree. The third week of Donald Trump's second term has proven to be nothing short of extraordinary. Take, for example, his audacious suggestion that the United States could take ownership of a largely empty Gaza. This proclamation, while stunning, might not even rank among the week’s top three most impactful events—a testament to the current climate of…

In a compelling address at State House, Nairobi, President William Ruto reassured Kenyans about the Kenyan government's collective vision for driving the nation forward. Donning an air of unwavering confidence, he emphasized, "We are here to prove the skeptics wrong. Kenya will not falter; it will thrive. The adversaries doubting our potential will find defeat in our triumph." His words echo a promise and a firm commitment to navigate the country toward prosperity, as he spoke under the luminescent glow of the State House…

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud declared that the ongoing Middle East turmoil between Israel and Palestine has a potential resolution through the United Nations' acceptance of the two-state solution. He presented this as the prime strategy to resolve the regional humanitarian issues. He proposed that establishing a Palestinian state could address numerous concerns such as the relentless conflict responsible for countless civilian casualties. The Israeli military has been actively targeting…

Kemi Badenoch, a self-described direct communicator, is set to infuse a bold right-leaning spirit into her new role as the leader of Britain's Conservative Party. This ambitious politician pledges to champion a return to "authentic conservatism," aiming to revitalize a party grappling with significant challenges as it seeks to regain influence in the political arena. As the first black woman to helm a major political party in the UK, Badenoch is poised to instigate considerable change among Conservatives, who are still…

The government has reached agreements on extradition and mutual legal assistance treaties with the United Arab Emirates. These arrangements aim to facilitate the return of high-ranking members of the Kinahan organized crime network to Ireland for legal proceedings. This notorious transnational drug trafficking syndicate operates primarily from Dubai. Notably, Sean McGovern, one of its key figures, is currently detained while awaiting extradition to face a murder accusation in Ireland. Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee,…