Two former best friends who filmed themselves cutting down one of Britain's most famous trees with a chainsaw during a 'moronic mission' have been jailed for four years and three months.

The ongoing tension between Puntland and SSC/Khatumo is one of the most tragic ironies of Somali politics. Here we have two regions inhabited largely by the same kin – people who shared blood, culture, religion, and a long history – yet find themselves locked in a bitter political and military standoff.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United States and six Gulf nations have imposed coordinated sanctions on three individuals accused of financing and facilitating ISIS operations across Africa, including the longtime leader of the group’s Somali affiliate.

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro held a high-level meeting Tuesday with leaders of the region’s three political parties to address growing external threats to Somaliland’s sovereignty, rising tensions in eastern Sool, and preparations for the 2026 elections.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting. He stated the SCO must be uncompromising on terrorism. Jaishankar highlighted the Pahalgam attack and India's response. He reminded the SCO of its founding principles against terrorism, separatism, and extremism. He also emphasized mutual respect and territorial integrity within the SCO.

The Supreme Court has ruled that denying prisoners, including those with disabilities, preferred food items does not violate fundamental rights, emphasizing adequate and nutritious food is sufficient. The court highlighted the need for prison reforms, especially concerning disability-sensitive infrastructure and healthcare, while acknowledging outdated prison manuals and the state's obligation to protect disabled prisoners' rights.

Following the tragic self-immolation of a B.Ed student in Balasore, Odisha, the UGC has formed a four-member fact-finding committee. This panel will investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, including allegations of sexual harassment against the head of the education department. The committee will also assess the college's compliance with regulations and recommend preventive measures.

TEHRAN – Iranian students won four silver medals at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) held from July 5 to 14 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates.

TEHEAN – Marked annually on July 15, the World Youth Skills Day 2025 underscores youth empowerment through AI and digital skills to help them thrive in the future.

TEHRAN – Iraq is interested in expanding its collaborations with the Islamic Azad University in fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum science, and life sciences, IRNA quoted Yasser Abdul Zahra Al-Hajjaj, Cultural Attaché of Iraq in Tehran, as saying.

TEHRAN – Iranian students are planning to participate in eight international Olympiads this summer.

Expectant mother Natalie Matthews said she 'deeply regretted' knocking down the beloved 17th century cottage and that she was in a 'difficult and overwhelming situation'.

Disturbing video shows the terrified victim - who has a bloodied face - running towards a house in St Helens before frantically ringing the bell in an attempt to escape.

Budapest says Ukrainian recruitment officers beat ethnic Hungarian Jozsef Sebestyen to death for resisting conscription Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has reacted to US President Donald Trump’s latest threats of sanctions against Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com

Earlier media reports claimed that four service members were killed during the bombardment of a training ground Read Full Article at RT.com

Michael Ives, 47, and Kerry Ives, 46, have been found guilty at Mold Crown Court of the murder of their two-year-old grandson Ethan Ives-Griffiths.

Fire crews and water specialists were deployed to Kings Avenue, near Clapham Common, in the early hours of Sunday morning after the deluge was reported to them.

Expectant mother Natalie Matthews said she 'deeply regretted' knocking down the beloved 17th century cottage and that she was in a 'difficult and overwhelming situation'.

Year 7 student Courtney Wright wore a Spice Girls-esque dress and wrote a speech about history and traditions as part of the celebrations, but was hauled out lessons and made to sit in reception.

New official statistics show the number of foreign nationals receiving the benefit in the UK has risen from 883,470 in 2022 to 1.26million last month.

Michael Ives, 47, and Kerry Ives, 46, have been found guilty at Mold Crown Court of the murder of their two-year-old grandson Ethan Ives-Griffiths.

Online footage appears to show the moment a Ukrainian drone struck a residential building in Voronezh, Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

The defense chief claimed the Russian leader named France as Moscow’s top adversary in Europe Read Full Article at RT.com

Fighters from the Al-Qaeda-linked terrorist group have reportedly driven government-allied forces out of Tardo in Somalia Read Full Article at RT.com

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