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Perennial power player among America's elite, one of the billionaire Koch brothers is eyeing a grand sale of his opulent Aspen property. This upscale estate is now on the market for an eye-watering $125 million, its highest price tag yet. If this estate changes hands for anything near that sum, it will set a new record as the priciest property ever sold in the state of Colorado. Currently, this record is jointly held by former casino tycoon Steve Wynn and finance magnate Thomas Peterffy, who parted with $108 million last…

In a pivotal moment for U.S.-Ukraine relations, Vice President JD Vance met with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky in Munich to discuss potential pathways toward a sustainable peace. This marked the first encounter between the two leaders, especially significant in light of former President Donald Trump's recent overtures toward Moscow. The meeting came at a crucial time for Ukraine, which is grappling with the complex dynamics of maintaining U.S. support in the wake of Trump's unexpectedly proactive stance toward…

Dubai (AX) – Amid the swirling sands and towering skyscrapers that frame the 2025 World Government Summit in Dubai, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of North Western State of Somalia made a striking declaration. With a blend of resolution and hope, he underscored an ambition that echoes from the halls of Hargeisa to the corridors of power in Washington and London: international recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. Why does this aspiration for recognition seem so elusive yet…

In a striking clash of ideologies, President Donald Trump labeled a bishop from Washington "nasty" while demanding an apology after she dared to challenge him from the pulpit during a National Prayer Service. This unconventional confrontation unfolded as Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington expressed her concerns over Trump's policies, which she claimed were fostering fear among immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals in America. Bishop Budde's poignant sermon cut like a knife through the often…

FILE - Mohamud Aydid Dirir, Northeastern State's Minister of Information, making waves during a public address.Kismayo (AX) - In a tale as old as time, the clash between Northeastern State and the federal government of Somalia has rekindled, this time over a torrent of words unleashed by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre. The Prime Minister, in a recent display of commendation, hailed Northeastern State’s military forces for their valiant anti-ISIS operations in the rugged terrains of the Bari region. However, what was…

Mogadishu (AX) — Imagine the kaleidoscope of creativity that could unfold when the diverse, colorful palette of East African arts meets the dynamic rhythms of Australia's cultural scene. That's not just a far-off dream but an emerging reality, as the Australian High Commission in Kenya throws open the doors to an innovative partnership program. Targeting regions as eclectic and vibrant as Kenya, Tanzania, Somalia, Rwanda, Uganda, and Burundi, this initiative promises to spin a rich tapestry of creative collaboration from…

The long-standing dream of bringing Somalia’s identification system into the 21st century is finally blossoming before our eyes. Imagine this: a country ready to leap into the future, armed with a powerful tool known as the Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS). Now, with an astounding capacity to handle two million ten-print records and 50,000 latent records, ABIS is not just a piece of tech hardware—it's a crucial ally in aiding the Somali Police Force's relentless pursuit of justice. It’s like having a digital…

Sure, let's reshape the content, capturing the essence with a fresh style and a genuine, conversational tone while maintaining the key points. --- In an intricate dance of diplomacy, Egypt is gearing up for crucial discussions with Somalia this weekend, aiming to collaboratively guide a fresh mission by the African Union slated for deployment in the Horn of Africa soon, sources informed The National. Egypt views its role in this new African Union (AU) mission in Somalia as pivotal—a game-changing move to solidify its…

In the vibrant, bustling heart of Mogadishu, news has surfaced about significant diplomatic maneuvers between the Somali government and Syria after the dramatic shift in power in December 2024. Following the fall of Assad's reign, there is renewed hope for strengthened connections. This news, echoing across the globe, resonates in the corridors of diplomacy and among those longing for peace. While chatting with Al Jazeera, Somalia’s remarkable Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, expressed a hopeful outlook on building…

In a dramatic twist, the impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol successfully dodged arrest when a crucial deadline came and went, although it appears that anti-corruption investigators may receive an extension to enforce the existing warrant against him. Once a prominent prosecutor, Yoon has defiantly skipped questioning on three separate occasions, stemming from controversy over a failed martial law decree issued last month. For now, he remains holed up in his residence, guarded by a formidable contingent of…