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In a chilling warning, labor unions have revealed that up to 20,000 jobs in Lesotho hang in the balance, driven by the looming threat of a staggering 50 percent tariff hike from the United States. This situation brings to mind George Bernard Shaw’s words: “Progress is impossible without change.” Yet, for many in Lesotho, change feels more daunting than progressive. Until the Trump administration's controversial imposition of new tariffs, Lesotho enjoyed duty-free status under the African Growth and Opportunity Act—an…

Bossaso (AX) – On June 10, 2025, a significant airstrike was executed by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) in a remote region southeast of Bossaso, Northeastern State. This operation, executed in conjunction with the Federal Government of Somalia, specifically targeted suspected fighters associated with ISIS-Somalia. AFRICOM offered a brief statement on the event, reinforcing their commitment to maintaining operational security by withholding intricate details about the strike itself. While confidentiality is…

Khaby Lame, a renowned figure on TikTok boasting over 160 million followers, recently made headlines as he left the United States following an encounter with immigration agents in Las Vegas over an alleged visa overstay. The Senegalese-Italian influencer, known legally as Seringe Khabane Lame, was detained last Friday at Harry Reid International Airport. Fortunately, he was permitted to exit the country without facing a deportation order, as confirmed by a spokesperson for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).…

California is gearing up for a legal showdown with the Trump administration regarding the deployment of U.S. troops in Los Angeles. This comes on the heels of widespread protests against President Donald Trump's immigration policies, which have seen demonstrators take to the streets in major cities across the country. The military has confirmed that around 700 U.S. Marines will be stationed in Los Angeles either today or tomorrow. They are set to support up to 4,000 National Guard troops tasked with protecting federal…

Starvation Warning: Children Fill Kenya's Refugee Ward After US Aid Cuts In the heart of Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp, a tragic narrative unfolds. It’s a story marked by uncertainty, desperation, and, above all, a haunting sense of hunger. Hundreds of thousands of individuals find themselves gradually succumbing to starvation, a reality starkly highlighted by recent funding cuts from the United States. A United Nations official has candidly described the situation to the BBC, revealing that food rations have plummeted to…

Somalia Lifts Ban on Taiwanese Passports Amid U.S. Pressure and Geopolitical Tensions MOGADISHU, Somalia - Recently, the Federal Government of Somalia has made a pivotal decision to lift the ban on Taiwanese passport holders. This move is drawing significant attention, particularly due to the influence of the United States and several global stakeholders who had opposed the initial ban. The story reveals a complex interplay of international relations, where diplomacy meets geopolitics in unexpected ways. Back…

The United States is initiating a partial evacuation of its embassy in Iraq, accompanied by the voluntary departure of military dependents from various locations across the Middle East. This decision comes in response to increased security concerns in the region, according to both US and Iraqi officials. While the specific security threats prompting this evacuation have not been detailed, reports of potential evacuations have resulted in a notable rise in oil prices, climbing over 4%. "The State Department regularly…

Khaby Lame: The Journey of a TikTok Icon In a world where social media fame often feels fleeting, Khaby Lame stands as a testament to authentic engagement and creativity. This Italian-Senegalese creator, known for his amusingly silent yet expressive responses to the bizarre intricacies of modern life, has amassed an astonishing 160 million followers on TikTok. However, in a recent turn of events, Lame found himself navigating a different kind of challenge—his visa situation in the United States.…

The new travel ban enacted by U.S. President Donald Trump came into effect immediately after midnight, prohibiting citizens from twelve nations from entering the United States. This move harkens back to a contentious policy from his first term. As President Trump stated, “The entry of foreign nationals who are not properly vetted poses extreme dangers to our country.” This decision is anticipated to disrupt refugee pathways and impose further restrictions on immigration as the Trump administration intensifies its efforts…

TOKYO (AP) — The tranquil beauty of Okinawa, Japan’s southernmost island, has long been shadowed by the echoes of its wartime past. Recently, this historical tapestry was disrupted by an alarming incident at a U.S. military base, where an explosion at a storage site dedicated to unexploded ordnance injured four Japanese soldiers. Thankfully, the injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening, providing a small sigh of relief amidst the chaos. Nevertheless, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the lingering shadows…