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Recently, a group of protesters gathered outside a Tesla dealership in London to advocate for a boycott of the electric car manufacturer owned by Elon Musk. The organizers are urging Tesla owners to sell their vehicles and encouraging others to divest from the company's stock. The electric vehicle giant has faced significant challenges this year, with its shares dropping amid increasing competition from Chinese rivals. The calls for a boycott have been fueled by concerns over Mr. Musk's connections to former U.S. President…

Amidst the bustling energy of downtown Nairobi, the vibrant streets pulsated with an urgent message on Monday as human rights activists gathered, determined to make their voices heard. The cause? A demand for justice, as they called for the release of Kizza Besigye, a prominent figure in Ugandan opposition politics, who finds himself entangled in a web of legal battles and political strife. Besigye, an unwavering advocate for democratic reform, now stands accused of treason and concealing ambitions to topple the…

Mogadishu (AX) – Under the sweltering rays of the Mogadishu sun, a group of anguished families protested on Wednesday. Their loved ones—Somali citizens—face death sentences in Saudi Arabia. With pleas that tug at the heart, these families called upon the Somali government to intercede on behalf of their imprisoned kin. The protesters, a tapestry of pain and resolve, claimed that 45 Somali nationals languish on death row in Saudi prisons. Their cry is simple yet profound: they demand negotiations with Saudi authorities to…

Hargeisa (AX) — On the campus of Hargeisa University, discontent simmered to a boiling point on Monday, giving rise to a charged confrontation between students and police forces. These protests, sparked by distressing rumors of rising tuition fees and the imposition of new service charges, unfolded dramatically over several tense hours, leaving a trail of damage on university grounds and amplifying the unrest palpable among its students. How does a learning hub become the backdrop for such uproar? The catalyst for this…

On a day marked by celebration and camaraderie, tens of thousands of Australians took to the streets to voice their grievances regarding the treatment of Indigenous peoples. This outpouring of emotion coincided with Australia Day, a national holiday that commemorates the arrival of British colonizers in 1788. In bustling cities like Sydney and Melbourne, demonstrators rallied, shining a spotlight on the alarming incarceration rates, dismal health outcomes, and historical injustices faced by Aboriginal Australians—whose…

In a display that warmed the souls of their steadfast fans, Liverpool dispatched Ipswich Town with a resounding 4-1 triumph at Anfield. This victory solidified their six-point cushion over Arsenal in the upper echelons of the Premier League standings.The atmosphere was electric as Liverpool glided past a hapless Ipswich squad, who were still licking their wounds from a brutal 6-0 drubbing by Manchester City only a week ago. The floodgates opened in the mere 11th minute courtesy of Dominik Szoboszlai’s low drive.Mohamed…

ADDIS ABABA - A river of resistance wove its way through Mekelle, the pulsating heart of Tigray, where thousands gathered in a fervent protest. Their unified voice rose against a controversial hijab ban affecting schoolgirls, defying a court mandate that should have curbed such actions. Imagine that: a city, bustling with history, now echoing with chants for justice. In the storied lands of Axum, educational authorities bucked against the court's ruling, reinforcing the ban and sending ripples…

Hargeisa (AX) — An investigation has been kicked off by North Western State of Somalia's intelligence folks into some hot-headed fans of the Kulmiye party. These lads reportedly strutted around a Monday night rally in Hargeisa armed to the teeth with pistols and rifles, raising eyebrows and heart rates.The National Intelligence Agency (NIA) let the cat out of the bag, mentioning that live rounds were popped off in a Hargeisa neighborhood, sending the crowd into a tizzy."Those hooligans toting shotguns and causing mayhem…

Donald Trump, the Republican hopeful for the presidency, took center stage at Madison Square Garden in New York, an iconic venue renowned for hosting everything from Knicks games to legendary concerts by Billy Joel. The rally kicked off with a barrage of charged comments from Trump’s supporters, setting a combative tone for the evening. As a New Yorker who has been in the spotlight for decades, Mr. Trump aimed to leverage the prestige of this historic location to deliver a compelling critique of his Democratic rival, Kamala…

Last night, the iconic singer Beyoncé graced a rally for Kamala Harris in Houston. This wasn’t a concert; rather, it marked her debut political appearance during this election cycle, a pivotal moment for the Democratic presidential candidate. Beyoncé, who hails from Houston, stepped onto the stage to an ecstatic ovation from approximately 30,000 attendees gathered for Vice President Harris' rally focused on abortion rights. She was joined by fellow Destiny's Child alum Kelly Rowland, who also solidifies her place in the…