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1M ago
The attack in the capital, which left three dead and 27 injured, points to Al Shabab’s ability to continue terrorizing the country, despite a Somali government offensive and American airstrikes ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
1M ago
Campaigns in some countries have reduced the practice, but it remains widespread in those with high rates of population growth ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
2M ago
Terrorism, hunger and devastating floods have roiled the Horn of Africa nation. Now, it faces an even bigger challenge: the prospect of war with a neighbor, Ethiopia ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
2M ago
The continent has the highest rate of gender-related killings of women in the world, according to the United Nations. Activists accuse officials of ignoring the issue and blaming the victims ..read more
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The crop-devouring pests love arid conditions and the occasional downpour. Global warming is offering more of both ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
3M ago
The U.S. military has ended a 10 day search for the commandos who went overboard during the mission off the Somalia coast ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
3M ago
After a crash that killed a motorcycle courier, a son of Somalia’s president faced prison. Now it will be a fine of about $900 ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
3M ago
The seized items, including missile guidance systems and warheads, were for the Iran-backed Houthi militia, which has been targeting ships in the Red Sea, the Pentagon said ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
3M ago
The sailors were said to have disappeared into the water after a vessel boarding attempt. Pentagon officials said the episode was not related to recent clashes with the Houthi militia in Yemen ..read more
New York Times » Somalia
3M ago
Somali officials said the helicopter was carrying nine passengers, one of whom was killed. The Horn of Africa nation is now grappling with how to rescue hostages from a group known for mistreating them ..read more