MOGADISHU (HOL) — Somalia’s federal government is preparing to reintroduce newly printed Somali shilling banknotes for the first time since the country descended into civil war in 1991, reviving a long-delayed initiative aimed at restoring monetary sovereignty and curbing widespread counterfeiting.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Al-Shabab militants claimed to have taken control of the village of Goobo in central Somalia’s Hiiraan region after Somali government forces and local militia reportedly withdrew from the area without a fight, local sources confirmed Tuesday.

The much-publicized electoral alliance between the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) is being put to the test, as candidates from the two parties are set to face off in several constituencies—raising questions about the strength and unity of the coalition. A prime example is in Mzuzu City North Constituency, where […] The post DPP-AFORD Alliance Put to Test as Candidates Clash in Mzuzu appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) on Tuesday handed over seven newly built houses to families displaced by the Mozambique-Malawi Interconnection Project (MOMA) in Mwanza District. The handover ceremony was held at Kagonamwake Village under Traditional Authority Ntchache. These houses are part of a larger effort, with ESCOM building a total of 47 homes […] The post ESCOM Hands Over New Homes to Families Affected by Power Project in Mwanza appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A government plan to turn parts of Mount Mulanje into a Cultural Landscape and Protected Monument has sparked outrage — with fears that it will delay or even kill a $260 million bauxite mining project set to transform the lives of thousands in Mulanje District. Communities living around the Chambe and Lichenya plateaus say the […] The post Govt Intention to Turn Mulanje Mountain into a Cultural Heritage Risks to Delay $260 Million Bauxite Mining Project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

How Moldova turned a regional mandate into a prison sentence – all in the name of ‘European values’ Read Full Article at RT.com

The US President has called India the “highest tariff nation” Read Full Article at RT.com

Major luxury brands have seen sales slump as changes in currency exchange rates discourage American and Chinese tourists from spending Read Full Article at RT.com

Une mission de sauvetage en mer réussie au large de Tahiti, hier, quand un pêcheur grièvement blessé à la jambe et tombé à l'eau depuis son bateau a pu être récupéré par l'hélicoptère de la Marine nationale.

Earlier, the media reported citing high-ranking officials from Benjamin Netanyahu's entourage that the political leadership was close to deciding on a «complete occupation» of the Gaza Strip

The military analyst said Ukrainian command is deploying significant forces to this area

Ali Larijani will succeed Ali Akbar Ahmadian as the SNSC head

The source added that the topics will include such pressing matters as supplies of Russian oil to India

According to the regulator, more than 88% of the detected financial pyramids and illegal brokers promoted pseudo-investment schemes to the public

Senate Democrats, in a new report, say the Trump administration’s approach to peace in Ukraine bought Putin time to revive Russia’s military.

Democrats rebuked Trump’s comments and vowed an aggressive response as Texas Democratic lawmakers have left the state.

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Moscow can deploy ground-based intermediate-range missiles wherever it deems necessary, the Kremlin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The move is part of President Donald Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration, which many warn could hurt the economy Read Full Article at RT.com

Denmark’s Aalborg Zoo has sparked backlash after inviting owners to donate their healthy animals for feed Read Full Article at RT.com

Beijing fast-tracked authorization of nearly 200 Brazilian firms after Washington slapped massive tariffs on the country’s products Read Full Article at RT.com

Evgenia Gutsul, the head of Gagauzia, has condemned her seven-year prison sentence as a “blow to democracy” Read Full Article at RT.com

Air India cancelled flight AI137 from Delhi to Milan on Tuesday due to a maintenance issue discovered in the Boeing 787 Dreamliner before takeoff. The airline is working to minimize passenger inconvenience by arranging alternative flights, hotel stays, and offering full refunds or free rescheduling. Recent weeks have seen Air India facing multiple flight disruptions due to technical problems.

Tragedy struck Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district as cloudbursts triggered devastating flash floods in Harsil, leaving at least ten Army personnel missing. Rescue operations are underway, with the Air Force on standby to assist. The Kheer Ganga river overflowed, causing extensive damage in Dharali village, a key stop for Gangotri pilgrims.

India is contemplating a significant overhaul of its pilot training system by considering the introduction of the Multi Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) alongside the existing Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). This move aims to address the growing demand for pilots in the rapidly expanding Indian aviation market.

Marks & Spencer has apologised after a transgender employee approached a 14-year-old girl in the bra section and offered to help.

Libreville, Gabon – Le dimanche 20 juillet 2025 a marqué le coup d'envoi d'une nouvelle dynamique politique pour le département de la Boumi-Louétsi. Un rassemblement significatif a eu lieu au quartier Bambouchine, à Libreville, chez Monsieur Mipoti Mipoti François, réunissant les populations des trois sièges du département de la Boumi-Louétsi. L'objectif était clair : mobiliser les citoyens autour de la candidature de Dieudonné Mombo, alias «Tchiko», désormais officiellement désigné (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

RIYADH: Vibes AlUla, an entrepreneurship and innovation hub launched in partnership with the Royal Commission for AlUla, has opened registration for a sustainable tourism hackathon, set for Aug. 10 to 12. The hackathon is aimed at empowering national talent and fostering innovative solutions to support AlUla’s tourism sector, according to a Saudi Press Agency report. Participants will benefit from a comprehensive training program, including specialized workshops, mentoring sessions, and expert guidance in innovation, tourism, and entrepreneurship.

MADINAH: The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission has empowered the nation’s authors and publishers at the fourth Madinah Book Fair, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The week-long event, held from July 29 to Aug. 4, hosted more than 300 local and international publishing houses and agencies across more than 200 exhibition booths. Abdullatif Alwasel, the commission’s CEO, thanked the Kingdom’s leaders for their continued support of the nation’s arts and culture sector.

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Asheikh received Sri Lankan Ambassador Omar Lebbe Ameer Ajwad and his accompanying delegation in Riyadh. The officials discussed various topics related to Islamic affairs and ongoing cooperation between the two countries, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Speaking to the media after the meeting, the envoy praised the Kingdom’s leading role in supporting Islamic causes and promoting the values of tolerance and moderation globally, particularly in Sri Lanka.

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