Mogadishu (HOL) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and former President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo delivered sharply contrasting assessments of Somalia’s future within hours of each other this week, underscoring growing political debate over stability, security and the rising cost of living.

Hargeisa (HOL) — The Office of the Attorney General of Somaliland has released a detailed report on sexual assault cases that occurred in April in the city of Burao, involving a Quran teacher who was convicted of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old boy and an 11-year-old girl.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn — Somali American families and community leaders in Minnesota are expressing fear and anger after President Donald Trump claimed he was “terminating, effective immediately,” Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in the state, even as legal experts and federal officials say the program remains in force and cannot be ended by social media post alone.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali singer Maryan Nasir Ali, a renowned voice in Banaadiri music and one of the most influential artists of Somalia’s cultural era in the 1980s, died Saturday in Mogadishu after a prolonged illness, according to family members and colleagues. She was 67.

Erika Kirk has revealed what JD Vance whispered in her ear during an intimate hug they shared onstage last month after it sparked intense online speculation.

Cowell, 65, has been on the hunt for breakthrough talent in the UK for the six-episode docuseries which will follow the candidates from the raw open casting calls to the release of the group's debut single.

Thomas, 35, played Liam Neeson's son Sam in the movie and his main character arc followed him learning the drums in a bit to impress his classmate Joanna 

Homes in London and the South East are seeing their value tumble, at the same time as the Government plots to clobber owners of pricey properties with a new tax.

Andrew has so far ignored a formal request from American politicians to 'come forward' with information about the paedophile financier.

[RFI] Issa Tchiroma Bakary, the Cameroon candidate declared runner-up in October's presidential election, is in Banjul, in the Gambia, reportedly for «humanitarian reasons,» according to the Gambian government.

Singapore will be establishing a new embassy in Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa, the city state's third in Africa and first in east Africa, announced Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Monday (Nov 24).PM Wong made the announcement at a joint press conference with the country's prime minister Abiy Ahmed Ali after a delegation meeting.He said that there is «clear potential» for the two countries - both hubs in their respective parts of the world - to grow their bilateral cooperation, and to bridge and connect the two regions.Calling it a «tangible demonstration» of Singapore's commitment to its partnership with Ethiopia, PM Wong said it also reflects Singapore's belief in Ethiopia's strategic importance and potential.«Our embassy will also enable Singapore to strengthen our ties with Africa as a whole. Because being here in Addis Ababa will allow us to better engage the African Union, deepen our understanding of Africa, and explore new areas of cooperation,» PM Wong said.

The sudden closure of massage chain Wan Yang Health Product and Foot Reflexology Centre has left customers with at least $29,000 worth of unutilised packages.In a Facebook post on Monday (Nov 24), Melvin Yong, the president of the Consumers Association of Singapore (Case), said that there were 15 complaints as of Sunday.“Case has reached out to Wan Yang to seek clarification on how the company would refund consumers the unutilised amounts of their prepaid packages as well as any other remedies,” he said. In a Reddit thread on Sunday, several customers complained that they were caught off guard by the abrupt closure of all five of Wan Yang’s outlets.

Six motorists, aged between 32 and 63, will be charged in court on Tuesday (Nov 25) for speeding offences involving heavy vehicles.In a statement on Nov 24, the police said that the offences were allegedly committed while the motorists were driving heavy vehicles that are required to be fitted with speed limiters.Between July and September, the six motorists allegedly travelled at speeds exceeding their vehicles' imposed limits.Three cases involved drivers of cement mixers who exceeded their vehicles' speed limit of 40kmh.The first driver travelled at 53kmh along the Pan Island Expressway, while the second and third drivers travelled at 54kmh and 55kmh along Sheares Avenue in separate incidents.The three other cases involved a bus travelling along the Bukit Timah Expressway at 74kmh, a tipper truck travelling along Upper Changi Road East at 74kmh, and a prime mover travelling along Adam Road at 65kmh.Buses and tipper trucks have an imposed speed limit of 60kmh, while prime movers have an imposed speed limit of 50kmh. 

India's aviation regulator has advised airlines to avoid flight paths and altitudes affected by volcanic ash from Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi eruption. Airports are inspecting runways for contamination, with flight disruptions anticipated as ash plumes move eastward towards Delhi and Jaipur.

A US-backed peace initiative has reportedly prompted a sell-off of German arms manufacturers’ stocks Read Full Article at RT.com

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s State Minister for Defence has clarified that only government security forces have the legal authority to carry weapons, dismissing any suggestion that Al-Shabaab or clan-based militias are allowed to be armed. The statement followed widespread public backlash after comments he made were interpreted as legitimizing Al-Shabaab’s possession of weapons.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces have dismantled multiple explosive devices and militant checkpoints planted by Al-Shabaab on civilian roads near Afgooye in Lower Shabelle, officials said Monday, in a major operation aimed at securing public transport routes and disrupting the group’s financial networks.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland authorities have imposed a nighttime curfew and tightened movement controls in areas surrounding the Baallade valley as part of a military operation to cut off supply routes to ISIS-linked militants active in the region.

Despite a global shift toward online professional networks, Malawi’s institutions and professionals remain largely offline. The country’s paltry LinkedIn presence – just 370,000 members in early 2025 – reflects a broader failure to embrace digital transformation. This inertia, spanning businesses, entrepreneurs and government alike, is stifling opportunities for jobs, learning and growth. Malawi’s digital disconnect […] The post Malawi’s LinkedIn Vacuum Is Holding Back Its Digital Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Delhi government issued advisory on Monday for 50 per cent on-site staff for offices to combat rising air pollution, following directions from the Commission for Air Quality Management. This measure aims to reduce exposure and vehicular emissions, with staggered timings already in effect for government offices until 2026.

Gurugram police have arrested two men in Hisar for allegedly recruiting and trafficking Indian nationals to Myanmar for cyber-fraud activities orchestrated by Chinese individuals. The accused, Sandeep and Mukul, were themselves repatriates who lured victims with job promises in Thailand, then forced them into criminal operations and extorted money. They earned commissions for their recruitment efforts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ayodhya on Tuesday to ceremonially hoist a saffron flag atop the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple, marking the formal completion of its construction. The ceremony, coinciding with auspicious dates, will see the PM visit various temple precincts before addressing a public gathering.

A six-year-old boy suffered horrific injuries, including a severed ear, after being mauled by a neighbor's pitbull in Delhi's Prem Nagar. The brutal attack, captured on CCTV, saw the dog lunge at the child while he was playing. The dog's owner has been arrested, and the boy is undergoing treatment.

Booth Level Officers in Kolkata protested against work-related stress during the special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The Chief Election Officer stated that District Magistrates have been asked to assist BLOs and investigate the deaths of four BLOs during the exercise. The protest highlights concerns over immense work pressure and its impact on BLOs' health.

The weather has been relatively calm in recent days, but changes are expected this week. A deep low-pressure system is forecast to cross the country on Thursday, and conditions may become severe—especially in Southeast and East Iceland.

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Tournament football, at youth level especially, is as much about learning composure and identity as it is about results. On a breezy afternoon in Addis Ababa, Somalia’s under-17 side, a team not traditionally associated with tactical refinement or tournament longevity, offered a glimpse of both. Their 3–0 victory over Rwanda did more than keep their CECAFA semifinal hopes alive; it hinted at a structure, a cohesion, a sense of purpose that has too often eluded Somali football at all levels.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Military Court is preparing a request to the Federal Parliament to lift the immunity of several lawmakers accused of supporting clan militias involved in deadly violence in Lower Shabelle, in what could mark a significant test of legal accountability for elected officials.

NAIROBI, Kenya (HOL) — Lawmakers from Kenya’s Northeastern region are renewing calls for the swift reopening of the Kenya–Somalia border, warning that the 14-year closure has crippled local economies, disrupted cross-border markets and intensified frustration among residents who rely on trade for their livelihoods.

The foreign ministries of China and Japan have clashed over UN Charter provisions referring to former Axis powers Read Full Article at RT.com

Foreign adversaries, including the US and Israel, have reportedly sought to assassinate Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Read Full Article at RT.com

A Pretoria official has said the G20 chairmanship handover to the US will “most likely” take place on Tuesday Read Full Article at RT.com

Sudan’s Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has rejected a US-backed peace proposal, calling it biased and dangerous Read Full Article at RT.com

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has expressed concern about the US military buildup near Venezuela and a potential conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

[ISS] At this week's Luanda summit, several thorny issues relating to the security partnership must be confronted head-on.

The Minister of Agriculture, Roza Mbilizi, has commended the Faizani Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) for donating various relief items, including 1,500 bags of flour to vulnerable households in Mangochi District. Mbilizi said many Malawians are currently facing severe food shortages, with some families going days without proper meals and the timely intervention by FGRF will […] The post Minister Mbilizi commends FGRF for supporting hunger-stricken families in Mangochi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.