Garowe (HOL) — Puntland authorities have clarified their policy on granting amnesty to surrendered ISIS fighters, including foreign nationals, amid an escalation in the region's fight against the militant group. It comes as the semi-autonomous state intensifies operations to root out ISIS from its mountainous strongholds in northeastern Somalia.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali government is under intense scrutiny following allegations that it granted exclusive control over livestock exports to a foreign businessman. The decision, which lawmakers and traders claim undermines the livelihoods of millions, has sparked widespread criticism and raised concerns about the country’s economic sovereignty.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Three Somaliland fishermen missing at sea for nearly a month have been rescued off the coast of Djibouti, bringing relief to their families and communities after a harrowing 29-day ordeal.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has suggested renaming the US as ‘Mexican America’ Read Full Article at RT.com

The Armenian government is preparing to hold a referendum on whether the country should apply Read Full Article at RT.com

John Dramani Mahama defeated the ruling party’s candidate by a wide margin to make a comeback to the presidency Read Full Article at RT.com

An incident allegedly caused by mismanagement during a large Hindu festival in southern India left dozens injured Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia is headed for an economic boom once the Ukraine conflict is over, hedge fund manager Jim Rogers has predicted Read Full Article at RT.com

Canadian writer/director José Lourenço's film Young Werther is more of a riff than straight adaptation of Goethe's The Sorrows of Young Werther. It is also a surprisingly original and honest movie filled with impressive performances.

Top Liberal brass are meeting Thursday evening to try and hammer out how to run a race to find the next party leader — and Canada's next prime minister — against a ticking clock.

Monieya Jess never imagined her life in Canada would turn out like this, living undocumented, in the shadows of society. But now the Jamaican woman is risking deportation by speaking out — part of an effort to expose an underground workforce that’s vulnerable to exploitation and likely to grow.

Chris Middleton, 33, unmasked himself as the brainchild behind Freezing This Christmas, which was released under the mock band name Sir Starmer and the Granny Harmers.

Experts from New Zealand and Australia are expected to arrive this week to collaborate with Public Works officers in assessing the safety of buildings in Port Vila.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced a VT61 million grant to the Vanuatu Government from its Asia Pacific Disaster Response Fund (APDRF) to help finance the country’s response to support emergency relief efforts following the earthquake.

A Vanuatu National Development Party (VNDP) candidate for Port Vila Constituency, Silas Yatan, has withdrawn from the electoral race and pledged his support to Gerard Metsan, the candidate for the Reunification Movement of Change (RMC).

It would cost around VT4 billion to rebuild schools damaged by the devastating earthquake that struck near Port Vila three weeks ago.

The Vila Central Hospital (VCH) remains structurally safe following the 7.3 magnitude earthquake, according to Japanese disaster experts.

Farmers in West Bengal are transforming agriculture through innovative techniques like Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) and solar-powered farming, leading to reduced irrigation costs, increased yields, and sustainable practices. SwitchON Foundation has been instrumental in training farmers and providing essential resources for these advancements.

A Bengaluru resident's social media post about free bus rides for women in Karnataka has sparked debate. Observations raised concerns over fairness, pointing out male passengers pay fares while women travel free, and questioning financial sustainability. BJP criticized the scheme amid fare hikes. Supporters argue it empowers women, enhancing mobility and access to opportunities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised India's advocacy for peace and democracy during the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention, stressing the nation's heritage and cultural ethos. He called on the Indian diaspora to contribute towards India's development, celebrated their role globally, and lauded improvements in consular services.

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah called for clarity on the INDIA bloc's alliance amid the Congress-AAP clash in the Delhi assembly elections. He urged opposition parties to decide if the alliance was only for Lok Sabha elections or also for assembly polls. Tensions have risen with Congress attacking AAP's governance and demanding a return to ballot papers.

Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan clarified his comments on Arvind Kejriwal's expected victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, stating his words were taken out of context. Chavan expressed that a coalition between Congress and AAP would have been advantageous; however, the Congress party has gained significant momentum and aims for victory independently.

A new evacuation order came about 6pm on Wednesday local time as a fast-moving fire swept through the Hills, impacting at least 10 acres already near Runyon Canyon.

Sebastian Gorka, a British-American, called on Sir Keir Starmer to bring the citizens home as part of his 'commitment' to the international fight against the jihadist group.

According to its chief editor Hinda Abdi Mohamoud, Bilan Media gives Somali women «a space to work» and «real editorial power». Somalia's first female-only media outlet covers topics including climate change, people living with albinism and HIV/AIDS, while also encouranging period education for young girls. However, it's not an easy industry for Somali women to work in. «You can get trapped [...] you can be attacked,» our guest explains. But this seems to make her even more determined: «It's the thing that we want to change [...] that people believe that women cannot do the hard work.» She spoke to us in Perspective.

The CARICOM Reparations Commission (CRC) will host a symposium on the Maroons of Jamaica at The University of the West Indies (The UWI) Regional Headquarters, along Mona Road in St Andrew, under the theme, ‘Maroons of Jamaica: Our Legacies –...

Opposition leader Mark Golding is urging the Jamaican Government and the leadership of the Maroon communities across Jamaica to engage in meaningful dialogue to resolve what he described as longstanding concerns. In an open letter to Maroon...

WESTERN BUREAU: Following his urgent plea for help a few days ago, Adrian Laing, now in the United States with his daughter, 15-year-old burn victim Adrianna Laing, undergoing corrective surgeries at Boston’s Shriners Children’s Hospital, says he...

Garowe (HOL) — Foreign members of the Islamic State group have surrendered to Puntland authorities, the state's Information Minister, Mahmoud Aided Dirir, announced on Tuesday.

The Health Ministry has allayed fears of the Human Metapneumovirus (HPMV) flu in Kenya following an outbreak in China.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) delivered 700 tons of food aid to Somalia on Wednesday to support families affected by severe drought across the Horn of Africa country, Anadolu Agency reports.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland has granted legal licenses to three political parties—Waddani, Kaah, and Kulmiye—allowing them to remain official political entities for the next decade.

Ontario Provincial Police say four people have been arrested and charged in connection with an apparent human smuggling scheme after a vehicle bound for the United States was found to have several people hidden inside of it.