Baidoa (HOL) — A mother and her child were killed, and four other children were wounded after suspected Al-Shabaab militants fired mortar shells into a residential neighbourhood in Baidoa, the interim capital of Somalia's Southwest Administration, on Saturday.

[State Department] Washington, DC -- Between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Government of the Republic of Rwanda (the Participants), in support of a pathway to peace, stability, and integrated economic development in the eastern DRC region and the resumption of normal bilateral relations between the Participants. Signature of this document affirms the political commitment of the Participants set forth herein.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has called on leaders of all parties to make their position clear on foreign interference as well as mixing race and religion with politics in Singapore. At a press conference on Saturday (April 26), PM Wong stated that he was speaking in his capacity as Prime Minister. «I call on all political parties to make their positions clear on this matter. This is not a partisan or party matter, this is a matter of national importance,» he said. «Singaporeans may have different views about issues, but we cannot allow external actors to exploit whatever differences we may have to weaken us or to advance their own interests.» This was in reference to the statement made on Friday by the Elections Department and Ministry of Home Affairs regarding three foreigners who were trying to influence the General Election with online posts, which were eventually blocked by the Infocomm Media Development Authority.

The Asatizah Recognition Board (ARB) has responded to queries regarding religious preacher Noor Deros, in a media statement today (April 26). The ARB clarified that identifying Noor as a Singapore Islamic teacher is «inaccurate and misleading» as he has not received recognition under the Asatizah Recognition Scheme (ARS) and is therefore not permitted to preach in Singapore. It added that he had applied for recognition in 2017 but was unsuccessful as he refused to comply with the ARS Code of Ethics despite being counselled by the ARB. The ARS Code of Ethics is a framework that ensures accountability and integrity among religious teachers while safeguarding Singapore's unity, peace and harmony. The board said there are currently over 5,000 qualified teachers who are authorised to teach Islam in Singapore.

The EU must now deal with Russia without the old American myths Read Full Article at RT.com

DPRK servicemen helped Moscow’s forces liberate the area from Ukrainian troops, General Staff Chief Valery Gerasimov has said Read Full Article at RT.com

California’s economy has surged past Japan’s, fueled by tech and clean energy, while the Asian nation faces headwinds Read Full Article at RT.com

Indian protesters have called for justice for the victims of a recent terrorist attack in Kashmir Read Full Article at RT.com

The fast food chain has reportedly filed over 50 trademark applications aiming to protect its brand amid speculation of a potential return Read Full Article at RT.com

Unaffiliated voters are starting to turn against Trump and his disruptive agenda, demonstrating its political risks for the president and his party.

“This would be a Democratic dream and a Republican nightmare,” one Canadian analyst said. 

Jack P Shepherd has been crowned winner of Celebrity Big Brother , with Danny Beard finishing as runner-up.

The strike destroyed a large number of the Ukrainian army’s personnel together with special equipment and explosives, the defense source said

Battles have begun at approaches to that community, the defense source added

The funeral of Pope Francis has brought together 160 delegations, including more than 60 heads of state and governments and the EU leaders

The funeral of the first Latin American pope is being attended by over 160 delegations, including more than 60 heads of state and governments and also leaders of the European Union, according to the data of the Holy See’s press office

Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin said earlier in an interview with TASS that the latest publications in Western newspapers indicated that Great Britain was conducting undeclared hostile actions against Russia

Kiev’s backers believe that it “may be willing to endure” acknowledgment of Moscow’s control over Crimea, the report says Read Full Article at RT.com

India has accused Pakistan of violating the ceasefire along the Line of Control in the Kashmir Valley for the second time in two days Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev’s gamble to invade Russia has ended up in an unmitigated disaster, the president has said Read Full Article at RT.com

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Following the Pahalgam terror attack, intelligence agencies have identified 14 local terrorists active in Jammu and Kashmir, aged 20 to 40. These operatives, linked to Hizbul Mujahideen, LeT, and JeM, provide crucial support to Pakistani militants. Security forces have initiated joint operations in South Kashmir to disrupt terror support systems and prevent future attacks.

Following the recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, the government has issued an advisory urging media outlets to avoid live coverage of defense operations and security force movements. The advisory emphasizes that such reporting could inadvertently aid hostile elements and compromise national security. It cites past incidents where unrestricted coverage had adverse consequences.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has strongly condemned the violence, assuring a firm response. He emphasized India's zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism, stating the nation is prepared to retaliate appropriately. Yogi expressed condolences to the victims' families, including Shubham Dwivedi's family from Kanpur, asserting that such acts are unacceptable and signal terrorism's decline.

Following Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari's threats regarding the Indus Waters Treaty, Union Minister Piyush Goyal strongly condemned Pakistan's support for terrorism. Tensions escalated after the Pahalgam attack, leading India to suspend the treaty and initiate diplomatic measures. BJP MP Tarun Chugh emphasized that treaties require trust, vowing to teach terrorists a lesson, while PM Modi promised severe punishment for the attack's perpetrators.

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed his opposition to war with Pakistan amidst escalating tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, advocating for strengthened security measures in Kashmir. He also affirmed his government's commitment to deporting Pakistani nationals residing in Karnataka, as directed by the central government.

[Radio Dalsan] Kampala -- Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has arrived in Kampala, Uganda, to participate in a key summit of the countries contributing to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which officially opens Friday.

[New Times] Faustin Nsabumukunzi, a former Counsellor in Kibirizi Sector, in Gisagara District, has been arrested in the United States for concealing his involvement in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

[New Times] The declaration of principles signed in Washington D.C. on Friday, April 25, between Rwanda and DR Congo «opens the door» to an agreement that will bring lasting peace in eastern DR Congo and the Great Lakes Region, Rwandan Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe said.

CAROL NARCISSE, social development specialist, has called on grassroots organisations and citizens to utilise and embrace advocacy as a strategic, organised effort to demand change, amplify marginalised voices, and bridge the gap between their...

GRADES ONE to three students at the primary level will soon begin to benefit from at least two hours of timetabled reading each week. Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon, said literacy and numeracy...

At Haile Selassie High School, where shrinking enrolment and deferred dreams often cast a shadow, 67 students came together recently to colour outside the lines of their daily realities. Marking World Art Day on April 15, the Desnoes...

IN AN effort to increase openness and transparency, Chief Justice Bryan Sykes, says appropriate court cases will be live-streamed on the Jamaican Judiciary’s YouTube channel. Addressing Thursday’s swearing-in ceremony at King’s House for two...

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