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A chance encounter or a meticulously planned strategy? For Goutam Nair, landing his job at Google was a blend of both. In a candid conversation with Business Insider, Goutam sketched out the roadmap he used to navigate the tech industry's rugged terrain. Getting the Résumé Right Did you know that a résumé is more than just a piece of paper? It's an invitation—a peek into your professional persona. Goutam understood this all too well. He emphasized that just assembling a strong résumé is not enough; it's about tailoring…

Kylian Mbappe Strikes Thrice as Real Madrid Surges Past Manchester City It was a night of zest and undeniable talent in Madrid. Oil paintings of the past, touched by the vivacity of present actions, unravel themselves magnificently when you speak of the UEFA Champions League. Under the grandeur of the Santiago Bernabeu, Real Madrid danced past Manchester City's defenses, thanks largely to Kylian Mbappe's phenomenal hat-trick. But what lies behind such performances, and how did a single player tilt the balance so heavily?…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a pivotal election steeped in African political dynamics, Djibouti's Foreign Minister, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, emerged victorious as the newly appointed chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). His triumph came after he secured 33 decisive votes in a fiercely competitive election on Saturday in the bustling heart of Addis Ababa. The contest was no simple affair. Youssouf faced formidable opponents in Kenya's Raila Odinga and Madagascar's Richard Randiamandrato. The climactic announcement came…

At the Mandera border post, a tense yet hopeful scene plays out between Kenya and Somalia. The border symbolizes more than just a geographical demarcation; it reflects the complex ties and tumultuous past shared by these two nations. Recently, in an unexpected twist of events, Kenya dispatched a multi-agency delegation, championed by wise community elders, to Somalia. Why, one might ask? Their mission is clear yet perilous: to negotiate the safe return of five local chiefs who were abducted under mysterious and troubling…

As the dry winds swept across the vast desert landscape of Mandera on February 4, 2025, President William Ruto made a significant entrance, escorted by local dignitaries who eagerly awaited his arrival. The timbre of anticipation was palpable, especially with the burden of unresolved concerns hanging in the air. Would the five abducted Mandera chiefs see the light of freedom soon? President Ruto's resolute promise echoed a commitment that although rare in articulation, resounded with heartfelt urgency. Ruto, in a bid that…

Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs during a past function. PHOTO/PRINT In a resolute and somewhat complex maneuver, Kenya has decided to send Somali elders to their homeland to negotiate the release of four Chiefs and an Assistant Chief. These officials, entrusted with great responsibility, were tragically abducted by Al-Shabaab militants in the heart of Elwak, Mandera County. One might ask, why such a delicate approach? The truth lies in the intricacies of ensuring their safe return. Despite a joint security operation being…

Beledweyne (AX) — Standing at the confluence of strategic river routes, the heart of Jicibow has emerged from its recent turmoil as Somali National Army (SNA) forces, accompanied by intrepid local allies, plant their sovereign flag over the town. After a prolonged and grueling conflict that shook the Hiiraan region's very foundation, the tenacious forces prevailed against the unyielding insurgency of Al-Shabaab on Thursday. Why Jicibow? Why now? To the unconcerned eye, Jicibow is but a speck on the…

In a night that can only be described as an electrifying chapter in football's grandest drama, Liverpool clinched their ticket to the Champions League's last 16 with a spirited 2-1 victory over Lille. Not to be outdone, Barcelona delivered a gutsy comeback to edge Benfica 5-4, making fans' hearts race in Lisbon. Harvey Elliott became Liverpool’s man of the hour, his ambitious — if not slightly fortuitous — strike came off a deflection to secure the win. This after Lille, even a man short, leveled the…

In a profoundly troubling case that has sent shockwaves through the community, an Australian mother stands accused of poisoning her own one-year-old daughter in a twisted scheme to solicit funds online. Authorities have labeled her actions as nothing short of appalling. According to Queensland Detective Inspector Paul Dalton, the 34-year-old woman allegedly went to great lengths to disguise her sinister intentions, administering prescription and over-the-counter medications to her unsuspecting baby without any medical…

In a race against time, mediators are striving to clinch a ceasefire in Gaza and negotiate a hostage release, spurred on by optimistic declarations from a Qatari official who hinted that a deal could be within grasp "very soon." The efforts, a collaborative initiative involving Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, have ramped up as the clock ticks down following Hamas' devastating attack on Israel on October 7, 2023—an assault that has been labeled the deadliest in Israel's history. During a phone call yesterday, US…