Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre on Monday appointed veteran politician and academic Prof. Saalim Aliyow Ibroow as the country’s new Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, marking the return of one of Somalia’s longest-serving public figures to government.

British Columbia's government says it is opening a «forest trade office» in London, U.K., in an effort to boost exports to Europe.

New Western sanctions mark the start of another phase in the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

49% of Germans expect Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government to collapse prematurely, Bild has reported, citing a recent survey Read Full Article at RT.com

Germany reportedly plans a €377 billion rearmament to expand Bundeswehr capabilities as part of its military buildup drive Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington has effectively bailed out Argentinian President Javier Milei, allowing him continue his chainsaw rampage against his own country Read Full Article at RT.com

Russia is prepared for a Putin-Trump summit, presidential aide Yury Ushakov says Read Full Article at RT.com

I must begin with an admission: the phrase “the city of firsts” is borrowed from the great poet and writer, Ambassador Bashir Goth, now Somaliland’s mission leader in Washington, D.C. I first heard him use it during a short briefing to visiting guests some years ago. The phrase stayed with me ever since, waiting to be put into print.

The Federal Republic of Somalia has long struggled to establish a unified and accountable system of governance. However, when one closely examines the country’s political structure and the number of positions at both the federal and state levels, an important question arises: Do we truly need so many officials, or has the system become an unsustainable financial and administrative burden on the nation?

Viktor Orban noted that once the United States has resumed contacts with Russia, it will «address the issue of the future of Ukraine and its economic resources» while Europe will stay on the sidelines and will not be able to maintain dialogue «even on its own future»

At the same time, researchers emphasized that the object’s nature remains not entirely clear at this point

According to the statement, the remains will be promptly delivered to the Israeli territory for identification

This «can be seen as a confirmation of the high mutual trust and support and the basis for the further expansion of bilateral ties,» the statement said

Europe «is out of the game in terms of its future security model and its future relations with the Russians and the Ukrainians,» Viktor Orban said

Le Forum National des Organisations de Jeunesse du Gabon (FNOJG), plateforme regroupant associations, mouvements, mutuelles universitaires, coopératives scolaires, clubs et jeunes entrepreneurs, a officiellement adressé un courrier à Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, Président de la République, Chef de l'État et Chef du Gouvernement, pour plaider en faveur de l'organisation d'un Dialogue National entre le Président de la République et la Jeunesse gabonaise. 1 - Un plaidoyer (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

US and China have agreed on a framework of a trade deal ahead of meeting between Trump and Xi, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Jacob, 28, and Harley Nelson, 21, became a TikTok sensation after they started sharing videos serving up hot potato snacks to customers from their tram in Preston.

Julia Wandelt was in contact with 'journalist' Surjit Singh Clair who told her 'exactly how and when' to post on Instagram , jurors were told.

Salvation for All Ministries International (SFAMI) is setting the pace in sustainable community empowerment through its ambitious Hope Field Initiative, a multi-million-kwacha irrigation and food security program targeting over 4,000 beneficiaries across Malawi. Under the visionary leadership of Apostle Clifford Kawinga, the initiative is already transforming lives in Machinga, Chiradzulu, and Thyolo, equipping rural families […] The post Apostle Clifford Kawinga Leads the Way in Sustainable Community Transformation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Busted! The suspected Malawi Congress Party (MCP) thug Dala Kadula is reportedly snubbed Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) summons after the Commission received a life threening assault’ complaint from human rights activist Chimwemwe Mhango in March this year. According to MHRC letter in our possession dated March 21, 2024, Kadula snubbed the commission summon till […] The post Suspected MCP thug Dala Kadula snubs MHRC summon for threatening to kill activist Chimwemwe Mhango appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A man who raped his 11-year-old daughter after being goaded by his girlfriend was sentenced to 24 years’ jail on Monday (Oct 27).His lover, 33-year-old Filipino domestic helper Albao Shiela Marie Ibales, was given 22 years’ jail.The victim’s parents have been separated since 2019. She lived with her mother and relatives on weekdays, and stayed with her father on weekends.The court heard that the 54-year-old man, who is American and cannot be named to protect the identity of the victim, met Albao through dating application Tinder in 2022, and developed a sexual relationship.They often exchanged “sexually charged and deviant messages” such as  indecent acts with their future child as well as a pet dog.On March 17, 2023, while his daughter was staying with him, the man and Albao exchanged sexualised messages about the girl.Albao then said she wanted a photo of the victim performing a sex act on the man.The father then came up with an idea of a “bet” which involved his daughter doing a series of acts to get a reward.The man filmed the sex acts and sent to Albao, who congratulated the girl for winning $400.

A woman who falsely accused a man of raping her after he refused to pay her $1,200 for consensual sex when she was 19 years old was sentenced to probation on Monday (Oct 27).Claris Ling Min Rui, now aged 20, must remain indoors from 10pm to 6am for a year, and perform 60 hours of community service as part of her sentence.On Sept 1, Ling pleaded guilty to one count each of harassment and giving false information to a public servant.She met the 43-year-old man on Sugarbook, a sugar dating app, and agreed to go on a date with him in March this year.The man had agreed to pay her $200 for her «time».After going for drinks at a bar, the pair went to a Cavenagh Road hotel where they engaged in consensual sex. Things soured when Ling asked the man for $1,200 and he refused. The Straits Times reported in September that the man offered Ling $500 after she scolded him. Angered, she called the police and claimed that she was raped by the man while intoxicated.Police officers who attended to the case reviewed the hotel's closed-circuit television footage and found that it was inconsistent with Ling's account.

The male driver who allegedly collided with a cyclist along Nicoll Highway and killing him in 2023 has now been charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Tan Yong Ren, 35, was alleged to have driven against the flow of traffic along Nicoll Highway towards the direction of Guillemard Road at about 5am on Dec 19 of that year when he collided into 45-year-old British national, Rajan Singh Basra.Singh was conveyed unconscious to hospital where he later died of his injuries.The police said in a news release then that traffic police officers arrested Tan within 16 hours of the accident after ground inquiries, with the aid of a witness and video footage from the police and the Land Transport Authority.Previously, Tan was handed seven charges, including dangerous driving causing death; fleeing the scene without rendering assistance; and consuming alcohol before driving. On Monday (Oct 27), the police said in a news release that the charge of dangerous driving causing death will be revised to an offence of culpable homicide not amounting to murder, after a review and with the concurrence of the Attorney-General's Chambers.

The American Federation of Government Employees is calling for a stopgap funding measure to bring employees back to work with back pay.

A Quinnipiac University polls shows Democrats overwhelmingly support the NFL’s pick for the halftime show while nearly as many Republicans oppose it.

A special session of the Virginia General Assembly starts Monday. It’s part of a nationwide redistricting race, with Indiana’s Republican governor calling a special session there too.

Ringleader Marian Cumpanasoiu, 38, and four associates drugged their victims, aged between 16 and 30, at flats across Dundee between 2021 and 2022.

Dashcam footage shows the two thugs speeding up behind the victim on a country road and crashing into the back of him.