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As global temperatures rise, we are increasingly confronted with the reality of climate change. According to the European Union's climate monitoring service, last month marked the second warmest May on record, both on land and in our oceans. The Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that the average surface temperature of our planet dipped just below the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels—almost matching the May record set last year. In the oceans, the average surface temperature…

Recent Russian strikes on Kharkiv, Ukraine's northeastern city, have tragically claimed the lives of two individuals and left 60 others, including children, injured. Authorities report that these attacks are part of Moscow's ongoing campaign, which continues despite rejecting calls for an unconditional ceasefire. Kharkiv Mayor Igor Terekhov shared on Telegram, Seventeen strikes by enemy UAVs (drones) were carried out in two districts of the city tonight. Local police confirmed that a 65-year-old man and a 47-year-old…

The Unsettling Reality of Activism: A Tale from Tanzania On a fateful day, Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire and Kenyan counterpart Boniface Mwangi stepped into the vibrant yet tumultuous atmosphere of Dar es Salaam. Anticipating their participation in the first court appearance of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu, neither expected the harrowing experience that awaited them. As they stood before the media in Nairobi on June 2, 2025, the shadows of their ordeal loomed large over their…

In a tragic development, rescuers in Gaza have reported that six individuals lost their lives and several more were injured during pre-dawn Israeli air strikes across the northern and central regions of the territory. Civil defense spokesman Mahmud Bassal stated, "Five of the deceased were victims of a strike on a home in Jabalia, located in the north." Additionally, a drone strike targeting tents that housed displaced persons west of Nuseirat claimed another life. The Israeli military has intensified its operations in…

In a striking revelation, a recent report from ActionAid—the international development agency—illuminates the grim reality of healthcare in Liberia. It starkly highlights that a staggering 97 percent of health workers earn salaries insufficient to meet even the most basic living expenses. Titled "The Human Cost of Public Sector Cuts in Africa," this report extends its scrutiny beyond Liberia, analyzing the healthcare challenges faced by five additional African nations. Imagine dedicating your life to healing others, only…

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) commemorates World Press Freedom Day by unveiling its latest State of the Media Report. This document, a stark reflection of the struggles faced by journalists in Somalia, exposes the pervasive repression that remains deeply rooted in the fabric of society. Now in its 14th edition, this annual report stands as the most thorough and reliable account of media freedom violations in the region. It meticulously documents heinous acts against journalists, revealing…

Somalia: Unyielding Challenges in Journalism Demand Immediate Change on World Press Freedom Day The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) has unveiled its latest State of the Media Report on World Press Freedom Day, shedding light on the persistent and pervasive repression faced by journalists in Somalia. This annual publication, now in its 14th rendition, is a vital chronicle of the ongoing struggle for media freedom. It meticulously details the multifaceted challenges and violations that journalists endure,…

US Could Freeze Somalia Anti-Terror Funding Under New Senate Bill WASHINGTON - A wave of uncertainty looms over the fight against Al-Shabaab militants in Somalia as the US government contemplates a freeze on critical funds. This potential move, reported by Fox News, could dramatically impact logistics for both the Somali National Army (SNA) and the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The US decision hinges on a simple yet…

Ghana's oil production in 2024 has seen a heartening yet frustratingly narrow miss as the nation recorded a shortfall of just 0.01%, equating to merely 7,000 barrels, compared to its output in 2023. By the end of 2024, the total crude oil output reached an impressive 48,240,010 barrels, but just shy of the 48,247,037 barrels produced in the previous year. This slight decline raises a myriad of questions: What factors are contributing to this near miss? Is it a reflection of broader global trends or domestic challenges?…

Rescue teams and medical personnel in Gaza have reported that recent Israeli airstrikes have claimed the lives of at least 53 individuals, coinciding with the military's new evacuation orders ahead of anticipated operations. On March 18, Israel resumed its military campaign in Gaza following the breakdown of a two-month ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities in the besieged Palestinian territory. As tensions escalated, Israel's army chief, during a visit to troops in Gaza, warned of a "larger" offensive unless…