MOGADISHU, Feb 3 (Reuters) - A senior commander of Islamic State's Somalia wing was captured on Monday, police and state media said, two days after the IS leadership was targeted with U.S. airstrikes and as security forces continue a weeks-long offensive against them.

Egyptian Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk met with Asad Abdirizak, Somali State Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, on Monday to discuss cooperation between the two countries on food security and trade.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Defense Minister, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, on Sunday applauded recent U.S. airstrikes in the Al-Miskaad Mountains in the country's northeastern Bari region, saying the strikes successfully killed several high-ranking ISIS operatives.

With Doug Ford’s Progressive Conservatives seeking re-election on a slogan of “Protect Ontario,” it’s worth examining whether they made good on their last campaign slogan: “Get It Done.” 

Victim advocates warn that when cases are stayed due to unreasonable delays it strips the complainant of legal protections, offers no accountability and sends a chilling message to survivors: Reporting these crimes could bring them more harm than justice.

The plight of a Nova Scotia woman who died of breast cancer is being touted by advocates as an example of why supplemental screening should become standard for women with dense breasts in Canada.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke to U.S. President Donald Trump early Monday morning about the forthcoming trade war, which has the potential to inflict economic pain on workers and businesses on both sides of the border. The leaders are expected to speak again later today.

Mexico agreed to rush 10,000 national guard troops to the border to strengthen efforts to block the flow of drugs, especially fentanyl, coming into the United States.

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Nairobi (HOL) – Suspected Al-Shabaab militants abducted five local chiefs in Mandera County, Kenya, on Monday while they were traveling toward Elwak, according to North Eastern Regional Commissioner John Otieno.

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali Senator Abdi Hassan Awaale Qeybdiid has accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of unilaterally amending the constitution, warning that Somalia is facing an unprecedented threat to its stability and governance.

Rachel Stallard claimed she spent 'four days and nights' in a jail cell after a dispute with a client allegedly led to her being arrested, but Thai police today branded her a liar.

Insiders have told DailyMail.com that someone was sent to speak with West, 47, minutes after Censori, 30, dropped her fur coat to the floor and revealed her naked body.

The actress, 37, took to her Instagram Stories to share a glimpse at the intimate brunch thrown by her Northern pals at the Barnshaw Smithy restaurant in Mobberley.

Keir Starmer is walking a diplomatic tightrope as he tries to avoid choosing between improving the alliance with Brussels - and the increasingly combative stance being taken by the US.

The makeshift single bed, squeezed between an oven and a washing machine, comes with a £45-a-night price tag, according to the advert.

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The National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef) has distributed fertiliser to farmers in Chitipa and Karonga districts as part of efforts to enhance food security and promote agricultural productivity. In Chitipa, 252 smallholder farmers benefited from the programme, while 330 farmers received fertiliser in Karonga District. Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Benedicto Chambo, presided over the distribution […] The post Over 580 Farmers receive Neef fertiliser loans in Chitipa and Karonga appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Police in Nkhata-Bay have arrested two men for allegedly producing and selling counterfeit maize flour, in violation of the Malawi Bureau of Standards Act. The suspects, Jona Mwale (28) from Mchinji and Martin Soko (35) from Nkhotakota, were apprehended on January 31, 2025, following a tip-off regarding Mwale’s activities at Silva Wholesale in Mpamba Trading […] The post Two Nabbed for Illegal Manufacturing of Maize Flour appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Benedicto Chambo, believes it is possible to eradicate hunger in Malawi within just one growing season. Chambo made the remarks during an interface meeting organized by the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) with Nyika Media Club and Civil Society Organizations at Grand Palace Hotel in Mzuzu. Calling for a mindset shift […] The post Chambo Argues Hunger Can Be Eliminated in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

An ex-serviceman, Manzoor Ahmed Waghey, was shot dead in a terrorist attack in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir. His wife and niece were injured and rushed to a hospital. A joint search operation has been launched in response. The incident has been condemned by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and MLA Salman Sagar, calling for maintaining peace and justice.

TEHRAN – Science production in Iran has been experiencing a constant rise after the 1979 Islamic revolution, moving up by 33 positions among the world’s countries from 50 in 1980 to 17 in 2024.

TEHRAN – An international event titled Iran Corridor 2025 was held on Monday, aimed to showcase Iran's communication infrastructure as a secure route for data transmission in the region.

TEHRAN –Health houses and networks are providing primary health care (PHC) services all over the country, including most remote areas, thanks to which the health system has been frequently lauded by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a role model for many other countries.

A group of children took part in a campaign on Sunday, planting saplings endemic to Hyrcanian forests in northern Golestan province.

A 23-year-old man is in police custody after he allegedly robbed a patron at a nightclub in Ewarton, St Catherine, and used an illegal gun to hit his victim during the incident on Sunday night. The accused is being held on suspicion of...

The teachers' strike action will resume today and will cover fourteen preschools and seven primary schools.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju countered Rahul Gandhi's remarks on caste representation and claimed the Prime Minister is the most prominent OBC leader. He questioned Congress's history with Tribal, Dalit, and OBC appointments. Rijiju also disputed Gandhi's claims about the External Affairs Minister and China's territorial incursions, asserting these statements malign India's image.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami campaigned in Delhi, highlighting BJP's achievements under PM Modi while criticizing the AAP government. Dhami accused Arvind Kejriwal of corruption, disrespect towards the Indian Army, and neglecting Delhi's development. He urged voters to support BJP for better governance in the upcoming election.

BJP MP Dinesh Sharma has urged the government to make domestic violence and harassment laws gender-neutral, citing NCRB data showing 72% of suicide victims in 2022 were men, many due to domestic reasons. He highlights the need for legal and emotional support for men facing false allegations.

Rahul Gandhi criticized the 'Make in India' initiative, contending its failure has let China gain a foothold in Indian territory. He asserted the nation's reliance on Chinese products affects national security and emphasised that India's production capabilities must be strengthened, in collaboration with the United States.