[New Times] The long time it takes for a case to be tried, and the fact that some members of staff in the judiciary are leaving for better paying jobs in other entities, are among major issues affecting citizen' access to justice, a new study has shown.

[Dabanga] Delling / El Nahud / N'djamena -- The decision to postpone Sudanese certificate exams in Delling, in the northwestern part of South Kordofan, and El Nahud in West Kordofan, was announced yesterday, citing logistical setbacks and security concerns. Originally scheduled for 28 December, the exams have been rescheduled for March 2025.

[CAF] The stage is set for an electrifying weekend as the second-leg matches of the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers unfold.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Nations Security Council has approved the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), marking a shift in Somalia's security landscape as the country takes greater control over its stability. Resolution 2767 (2024), adopted with 14 votes in favour and one abstention by the United States, replaces the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). This new mission is set to begin in January 2025, with operations concluding by June 2025.

KAMPALA, Uganda — Somalia’s U-17 football team celebrated a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over South Sudan on Friday, clinching third place in the CECAFA qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The thrilling encounter at Nakivubo Hamz Stadium ended 2-2 after regular time, showcasing the resilience and determination of the Somali side.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Rotana, the internationally renowned hotel management company, has announced plans to construct the first five-star hotel in Somalia, marking a major economic and urban development milestone.

The Guard’s press office said that images transmitted live from a drone confirmed the destruction of the enemy team

«We will continue to effectively assist Bamako in stabilizing the internal situation, including addressing the existing socio-economic challenges,» Igor Gromyko emphasized

«The exact launch date for the embassy in Niamey has not been announced yet,» Igor Gromyko noted

The yuan to ruble exchange rate at the opening of Moscow Exchange trading fell by 5.8 kopecks to 13.392 rubles

Igor Gromyko recalled that today there are three partner Russian Houses operating in Bamako and Niamey, the capital of Niger, which are engaged in promoting Russian culture, science and education, reinforcing the position of the Russian language, supporting compatriots and implementing some other projects

The Russian government has disavowed a textbook that claimed sexual assault happens because women “provoke” men Read Full Article at RT.com

NATO will ramp up its forces in the Baltic Sea in response to a suspected attack on an undersea power link Read Full Article at RT.com

A Russian court has sentenced blogger Eduard Sharlot to five years and six months behind bars for rehabilitation of Nazism Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington and London plan to use Islamic State fighters to strike Russian bases in Syria, Moscow’s Foreign Intelligence Service has said Read Full Article at RT.com

A 48-hour curfew has been imposed in sections of Brown's Town, Dunkirk, Kingston 16. The curfew began at 6:00 p.m. on Friday and will remain in effect until 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. The boundaries of the curfew are as follows: North: Along an...

This Christmas, Fontana Pharmacy teamed up with Jamaican personality Tami Chin-Mitchell and social media influencer Toni-Ann Bedassie to bring joy to Mary’s Child, one of the beneficiaries of its Wishing Tree Programme. The initiative focuses on...

LONDON: A group of campaigners in Harlesden has launched a bold initiative to prevent a historic community centre in Brent, northwest London, from being demolished to make way for a multi-purpose regeneration project. The Harlesden People’s...

LONDON: One of the United Kingdom’s leading solicitors is launching a charity to boost the academic potential of young people from under-privileged backgrounds. Trevor Sterling, whose parents are from Manchester in Jamaica, decided to start the ‘...

Nairobi, kenya — Kenyan rights groups, lawyers and politicians voiced grave concern Friday over a fresh spate of abductions targeting government critics.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has denounced the killing of six Somali National Army soldiers and their driver in the El-Baraf district of Middle Shabelle, calling it a tragic reflection of the country's political and social challenges.

Arsenal moved up to second in the Premier League on Friday after a 1-0 win at home to struggling Ipswich Town.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar met Congressman Michael Waltz during his US visit, discussing bilateral partnerships. Waltz is set to become National Security Advisor on January 20, under President-elect Donald Trump. Jaishankar also engaged with the Indian Embassy and Consuls General in Washington, DC.

Manmohan Singh's daughter Daman's book reveals that while studying at Cambridge, Singh struggled financially, often surviving on Cadbury's chocolate instead of full meals. Despite difficulties, he excelled academically, avoiding borrowing money and maintaining a strong connection to his roots. The book also highlights his sense of humor and affectionate nicknames for family and friends.

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, praised for the 2008 US-India Civil Nuclear Deal and economic reforms, passed away in New Delhi. Tributes from figures like Condoleezza Rice, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Justin Trudeau highlight his contributions to India's economy, poverty alleviation, and international relations.

US President Joe Biden expressed condolences on the passing of former Indian PM Manmohan Singh, praising his transformative leadership in economic liberalization and strategic US-India relations. Singh, who led India from 2004 to 2014, was lauded for his reforms and landmark legislations. Biden highlighted personal interactions and Singh's significant contributions to global cooperation.

The national debt of the US currently stands at around $36.2 trillion

«Our delegation will be working in coordination with Azerbaijan’s authorities to explore all aspects of the incident within their competence,» Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu said

«Almost 8,000 people were employed in this work today,» according to a statement by the region’s crisis center

The bipartisan report said the lack of a clear definition of the affliction and the CIA’s evolving organizational position affected its response.

This week, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann recap the most important moments in American politics in 2024 – plus a few runners-up.

The Treasury Department on Friday said the government is beginning to run out of money to finance its debt obligations.

A motorcyclist was caught on camera doing the dangerous 'Superman' stunt while riding along East Coast Parkway. Facebook user Raven Qiu said that the incident happened on Thursday (Dec 26) at around 2.59am. A video showed a group of motorcyclists on the road, with one of them lying down on the bike with both hands still on the throttle. After stretching backwards for 10 seconds, the motorcyclist returned both feet back to the vehicle. The Facebook post has since garnered over 240 shares. In the comments, several netizens criticised the motorcyclist for performing the dangerous stunt. «Stupid rider doing stupid stunt,» one of them said, while others urged the traffic police to investigate.

Each time Mr Ritesh Angural and his wife, Ms Nisha Hari Singh, both 38, drove their trusty 2002 Land Rover Defender across a land checkpoint and into a new country, their doe-eyed toddler Arisha would ask: “Will I see snow here?” Four months and six countries into Mr Ritesh and Ms Nisha’s epic mission for their family of three to travel from Singapore to Norway by land, Arisha’s wish came true – on her fourth birthday, in June. It started snowing in Ulaanbaatar for just one day of their 42-day stay in Mongolia. “She was so stunned and did not know what to say,” said Ms Nisha of her daughter’s reaction. “I remember her just staring out of the window, watching the snow fall and go, ‘Mama... the grass is white.’ It was so, so special.” Arisha later celebrated her birthday at a Mongolian abode with locals – who also gifted her a Mongolian deel (a traditional tunic) – they befriended while fixing their converted camper vehicle in the country.