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Second Cup closes Montreal franchise over hateful incident

Second Cup Café has closed one of its franchise locations in Montreal following allegations of hateful remarks and gestures made by the franchisee in a video that was widely circulated online during a pro-Palestinian protest on Thursday.

Kenya: Justice overdue for 2023 protest abuses

Kenyan authorities have failed to ensure justice for the killing of at least 31 people and other abuses by the police during protests throughout the country from March to July 2023, Amnesty International Kenya and Human Rights Watch said in a report released
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Kenya: Justice overdue for 2023 protest abuses

Kenyan authorities have failed to ensure justice for the killing of at least 31 people and other abuses by the police during protests throughout the country from March to July 2023, Amnesty International Kenya and Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. Over a year later, investigations have not been finalized and not a single police officer or government official has been prosecuted for the killings or other serious rights violations.

Man Utd’s lucky draw at Ipswich shows some players will not fit Ruben Amorim’s new ideas

Ruben Amorim did not react as Manchester United scored after just 81 seconds of his first game in charge. Instead the new head coach stood motionless on the touchline as if nothing of note had just happened.
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Man Utd’s lucky draw at Ipswich shows some players will not fit Ruben Amorim’s new ideas

Ruben Amorim did not react as Manchester United scored after just 81 seconds of his first game in charge. Instead the new head coach stood motionless on the touchline as if nothing of note had just happened.

ATMIS denies involvement in Jubbaland electoral process, calls for peaceful solution

Mogadishu (HOL) — The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has denied reports claiming its police component is involved in organizing elections in Jubbaland State.
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ATMIS denies involvement in Jubbaland electoral process, calls for peaceful solution

Mogadishu (HOL) — The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has denied reports claiming its police component is involved in organizing elections in Jubbaland State.

63 more Kenyans evacuated from Lebanon

The arrivals took place at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday and Friday, with 40 individuals arriving on Thursday and another 23 on Friday. The operation was led by a multi-agency team spearheaded by the State Department for Diaspora Affa
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63 more Kenyans evacuated from Lebanon

The arrivals took place at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday and Friday, with 40 individuals arriving on Thursday and another 23 on Friday. The operation was led by a multi-agency team spearheaded by the State Department for Diaspora Affairs.

Flooding displaces residents, devastates farmlands in Beledweyne town

Beledweyne (HOL) — Rising waters from the Shabelle River have flooded multiple areas north of Beledweyne over the past two days, intensifying fears of widespread flooding in the Hiiran and Middle Shabelle regions.
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Flooding displaces residents, devastates farmlands in Beledweyne town

Beledweyne (HOL) — Rising waters from the Shabelle River have flooded multiple areas north of Beledweyne over the past two days, intensifying fears of widespread flooding in the Hiiran and Middle Shabelle regions.

22 Somalis killed after two boats capsized off Madagascar coast

Twenty-two people were killed after two boats carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, an official said Saturday.
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22 Somalis killed after two boats capsized off Madagascar coast

Twenty-two people were killed after two boats carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, an official said Saturday.

Ethiopia launches national coffee platform to maximize earnings

Ethiopia has launched a national coffee platform to fully harness the potential of its coffee production and export by addressing challenges and effectively leveraging opportunities.
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Ethiopia launches national coffee platform to maximize earnings

Ethiopia has launched a national coffee platform to fully harness the potential of its coffee production and export by addressing challenges and effectively leveraging opportunities.

Somalia signs UN convention against transnational organized crime

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia officially signed the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and its protocols during a Saturday ceremony in Mogadishu to tackle organized crime and enhance global security collaboration.
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Somalia signs UN convention against transnational organized crime

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia officially signed the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) and its protocols during a Saturday ceremony in Mogadishu to tackle organized crime and enhance global security collaboration.

Somali Lower House approves electoral law

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Lower House of Parliament approved electoral Law on Saturday, marking a significant step toward implementing one-person, one-vote elections nationwide.
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Somali Lower House approves electoral law

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Lower House of Parliament approved electoral Law on Saturday, marking a significant step toward implementing one-person, one-vote elections nationwide.

Gunfight in Kismayo leaves one dead, heightens Federal-Jubbaland tensions

Kismayo (HOL) — At least one security officer was killed and two others injured on Saturday in a gunfight between Jubbaland police and security guards for presidential candidate Senator Ilyas Baddel Gabose in Kismayo.
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Gunfight in Kismayo leaves one dead, heightens Federal-Jubbaland tensions

Kismayo (HOL) — At least one security officer was killed and two others injured on Saturday in a gunfight between Jubbaland police and security guards for presidential candidate Senator Ilyas Baddel Gabose in Kismayo.

One terror suspect killed, cache of weapons recovered in Fafi

A team from Kenya's Elite Special Operations Group (SOG) conducted a meticulously planned, intelligence-driven operation in the Najo area. Police said the decisive action marks yet another victory in the squad’s unwavering mission to safeguard the natio
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One terror suspect killed, cache of weapons recovered in Fafi

A team from Kenya's Elite Special Operations Group (SOG) conducted a meticulously planned, intelligence-driven operation in the Najo area. Police said the decisive action marks yet another victory in the squad’s unwavering mission to safeguard the nation.

Traditional elders demand end to deadly inter-clan clashes in Hiiraan-Middle Shabelle regions

Mogadishu (HOL) — Traditional elders from the Abgaal and Hawaadle clans called for an immediate ceasefire on Friday following deadly clashes between clan militias over grazing land in Somalia's Hiiraan and Middle Shabelle regions.
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Traditional elders demand end to deadly inter-clan clashes in Hiiraan-Middle Shabelle regions

Mogadishu (HOL) — Traditional elders from the Abgaal and Hawaadle clans called for an immediate ceasefire on Friday following deadly clashes between clan militias over grazing land in Somalia's Hiiraan and Middle Shabelle regions.

Kane hat-trick sends Bayern eight points clear

MUNICH: A second-half Harry Kane hat-trick took Bayern Munich to a 3-0 home win over Augsburg on Friday, sending them eight clear atop the table ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
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Kane hat-trick sends Bayern eight points clear

MUNICH: A second-half Harry Kane hat-trick took Bayern Munich to a 3-0 home win over Augsburg on Friday, sending them eight clear atop the table ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

President Mohamud attends tributes to late Somaliland leader Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and several prominent politicians attended a remembrance and prayer ceremony in Mogadishu on Friday, honoring the life and legacy of former Somaliland President Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud Silanyo.
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President Mohamud attends tributes to late Somaliland leader Ahmed Mohamed Silanyo

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and several prominent politicians attended a remembrance and prayer ceremony in Mogadishu on Friday, honoring the life and legacy of former Somaliland President Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud Silanyo.

Turkish vice president, Somali defense minister discuss strengthening defense ties

Mogadishu (HOL) — Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz and Somali Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss strengthening military and security collaboration between their nations.
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Turkish vice president, Somali defense minister discuss strengthening defense ties

Mogadishu (HOL) — Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz and Somali Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss strengthening military and security collaboration between their nations.

FACT CHECK: Obama did not resettle 70,000 Somalis in Minnesota

Some 54,000 Somali refugees resettled in the United States - most of them outside Minnesota - during Barack Obama's two-term presidency, contrary to social media posts claiming that Obama brought 70,000 Somalis to the state to rig future elections in favor o
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FACT CHECK: Obama did not resettle 70,000 Somalis in Minnesota

Some 54,000 Somali refugees resettled in the United States - most of them outside Minnesota - during Barack Obama's two-term presidency, contrary to social media posts claiming that Obama brought 70,000 Somalis to the state to rig future elections in favor of Somali-American Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.

Police officer acquitted in 2016 death of Ottawa man testifies at coroner’s inquest

OTTAWA — A police officer who was found not guilty of manslaughter in the 2016 death of an Ottawa man is telling a coroner’s inquest that his goal was to “distract” Abdirahman Abdi with punches during the arrest.
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Police officer acquitted in 2016 death of Ottawa man testifies at coroner’s inquest

OTTAWA — A police officer who was found not guilty of manslaughter in the 2016 death of an Ottawa man is telling a coroner’s inquest that his goal was to “distract” Abdirahman Abdi with punches during the arrest.

Lebanon death toll tops 3,500 as 35 more people killed in Israeli attacks

At least 35 people were killed in Israeli attacks across Lebanon on Sunday, bringing the overall death toll since last year to 3,516, the Lebanese Health Ministry said on Monday.
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Lebanon death toll tops 3,500 as 35 more people killed in Israeli attacks

At least 35 people were killed in Israeli attacks across Lebanon on Sunday, bringing the overall death toll since last year to 3,516, the Lebanese Health Ministry said on Monday.

SIPRI reveals how Somalia’s farmers are paving the way toward peace

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia faces an escalating crisis where climate change and conflict fuel a vicious cycle of environmental degradation and social upheaval. A recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) highlights regener
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SIPRI reveals how Somalia’s farmers are paving the way toward peace

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia faces an escalating crisis where climate change and conflict fuel a vicious cycle of environmental degradation and social upheaval. A recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) highlights regenerative agriculture as a key strategy to restore fragile ecosystems, mitigate conflicts, and build resilience.

Satellite-tagged Amur falcon completes record migration to Somalia in five days

Mogadishu (HOL) — A satellite-tagged Amur Falcon named “Chiuluan2” has captured the attention of researchers and conservationists worldwide, completing a non-stop migration from India to Somalia in just five days and 17 hours, a testament to the resili
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Satellite-tagged Amur falcon completes record migration to Somalia in five days

Mogadishu (HOL) — A satellite-tagged Amur Falcon named “Chiuluan2” has captured the attention of researchers and conservationists worldwide, completing a non-stop migration from India to Somalia in just five days and 17 hours, a testament to the resilience of migratory birds and the ecological systems they depend on.

Japan donates equipment to enhance Somali Police Force's mine action unit

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Japanese government has donated critical equipment to Somalia's Police Force Mine Action Unit, to strengthen its capacity to detect and neutralize explosive devices in the country.
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Japan donates equipment to enhance Somali Police Force's mine action unit

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Japanese government has donated critical equipment to Somalia's Police Force Mine Action Unit, to strengthen its capacity to detect and neutralize explosive devices in the country.

Mogadishu prepares for universal suffrage elections in 2026

Mogadishu (HOL) — Banadir region's 20 districts are gearing up for one-person, one-vote elections in 2026, according to Deputy Commissioner of Security and Politics Mohamed Ahmed Diriye Yabooh.
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Mogadishu prepares for universal suffrage elections in 2026

Mogadishu (HOL) — Banadir region's 20 districts are gearing up for one-person, one-vote elections in 2026, according to Deputy Commissioner of Security and Politics Mohamed Ahmed Diriye Yabooh.

SSC-Khaatumo accuses Puntland of undermining regional autonomy

Las Anod (HOL) — The SSC-Khaatumo administration has accused Puntland of interfering in its autonomy, straining relations between the two regional administrations.
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SSC-Khaatumo accuses Puntland of undermining regional autonomy

Las Anod (HOL) — The SSC-Khaatumo administration has accused Puntland of interfering in its autonomy, straining relations between the two regional administrations.

Somalia lifts fertilizer ban to boost agriculture and enhance food security

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s cabinet has lifted its ban on chemical fertilizers in a bid to boost agricultural productivity, combat food insecurity, and reduce the devastating impact of climate change on the country’s farming sector.
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Somalia lifts fertilizer ban to boost agriculture and enhance food security

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s cabinet has lifted its ban on chemical fertilizers in a bid to boost agricultural productivity, combat food insecurity, and reduce the devastating impact of climate change on the country’s farming sector.

Somalia celebrates Teachers' Day with plans to recruit 10,000 educators

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government leaders celebrated Teachers' Day in Mogadishu on Tuesday, highlighting progress in education while acknowledging ongoing challenges in rebuilding the sector.
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Somalia celebrates Teachers' Day with plans to recruit 10,000 educators

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government leaders celebrated Teachers' Day in Mogadishu on Tuesday, highlighting progress in education while acknowledging ongoing challenges in rebuilding the sector.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leader

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands - Judges at the International Criminal Court have issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense chief, as well as a Hamas leader, Ibrahim Al-Masri, for alleged war crimes and crimes against
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ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leader

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands - Judges at the International Criminal Court have issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense chief, as well as a Hamas leader, Ibrahim Al-Masri, for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif over Gaza war crimes

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants on Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif, accusing them of war crimes and crime
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ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif over Gaza war crimes

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants on Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Gaza conflict.

Jubbaland Parliament elects leadership as federal government rejecting electoral process

Kismayo (HOL) — Jubaland’s parliament elected its leadership on Thursday in Kismayo despite the federal government rejecting the ongoing Jubbaland electoral process.
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Jubbaland Parliament elects leadership as federal government rejecting electoral process

Kismayo (HOL) — Jubaland’s parliament elected its leadership on Thursday in Kismayo despite the federal government rejecting the ongoing Jubbaland electoral process.

Africa holds $950 million in blocked airline revenues, IATA reports

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that $950 million in airline revenues remain blocked across African countries, representing 57% of all global aviation funds trapped due to foreign exchange shortages. IATA Di
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Africa holds $950 million in blocked airline revenues, IATA reports

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported that $950 million in airline revenues remain blocked across African countries, representing 57% of all global aviation funds trapped due to foreign exchange shortages. IATA Director-General Willie Walsh shared these concerns during the African Airlines Association’s Annual General Assembly in Cairo, calling for immediate action to address the crisis.

Somali Cabinet approves appointment of Director General for Bureau of Statistics

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Council of Ministers has approved the appointment of Dr. Abdisalam Abdirahman Mohamed as the Director General of the Somali National Bureau of Statistics during its weekly meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday.
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Somali Cabinet approves appointment of Director General for Bureau of Statistics

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Council of Ministers has approved the appointment of Dr. Abdisalam Abdirahman Mohamed as the Director General of the Somali National Bureau of Statistics during its weekly meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday.

Somali President reaffirms commitment to universal suffrage elections by 2026

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has reiterated the federal government’s determination to advance the democratic process and implement universal suffrage elections by 2026.
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Somali President reaffirms commitment to universal suffrage elections by 2026

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has reiterated the federal government’s determination to advance the democratic process and implement universal suffrage elections by 2026.

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