Somali American women Stories

Trial begins in 2023 crash that killed five Somali American women
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 27, 2025

Thompson, 29, is facing 15 felony charges. These include five counts of third-degree murder and ten counts of criminal vehicular homicide.

Hellen Obiri eyes Boston history; Ethiopian Sisay battles tough men's field
Reuters  |  Apr 20, 2025

Hellen Obiri will bid to become the first Kenyan woman to win three Boston Marathons in a row after picking up bronze at the Paris Games and finishing...

Somalia offers US exclusive control of air bases, ports
Reuters  |  Mar 29, 2025

The offer could give the United States a firmer military presence in the Horn of Africa region as it looks to counter the threat from militants in Som...

Voice of America staff put on leave after Trump directive
Reuters  |  Mar 16, 2025

Michael Abramowitz, Voice of America's director, said nearly his entire staff of 1,300 journalists, producers and assistants had been put on administr...

Tshisekedi courts US: DRC offers minerals in exchange for military backing in war against M23 rebels
Foreign Reporter  |  Mar 04, 2025

The letter, sent by Aaron Poynton, a US businessman and lobbyist tasked by Kinshasa last June with organising a roundtable for US and Congolese busine...

BAT Kenya announces Board leadership changes amid tax controversy
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Along with Joubert's exit, Sidney Wafula, who has served as an Alternate Director since June 24, 2020, will also step down from the Board.

60 years after Malcolm X's killing, his message can't be silenced or ignored
Omar Suleiman  |  Feb 22, 2025

Malcolm X understood something painfully relevant today: The American empire does not just oppress — it manipulates. It does not just colonise — it ga...

Kenya faces new US tariffs after Trump announces new fight against ‘unfair trade’
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 18, 2025

The directive is expected to impact Kenya significantly, as it currently applies a 16 per cent VAT on goods entering its market.

Immigrant group sues to block Trump's expedited removal of people in US illegally
Reuters  |  Jan 23, 2025

The lawsuit said the policy known as expedited removal violated the constitutional right to due process, immigration law and administrative law.

Donald Trump promises harsh immigration limits on his first day in office as US president
Reuters  |  Jan 20, 2025

He vowed to repeal "every radical and foolish executive order of the Biden administration" within hours of assuming the presidency.

Sleep apnea: The silent threat to brain health and cognitive brain function
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 20, 2024

Addressing lifestyle factors, using medical devices, or opting for surgical interventions can help manage the disorder and improve overall health.

After making history as first Kenyan-born US politician, Momanyi narrates deportation ordeal
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 11, 2024

Momanyi revealed how her family faced the looming threat of deportation for over 11 years despite relentless efforts to navigate the intricate system.

More countries endorse Haiti’s call to transition MSS Mission into UN Peacekeeping
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 16, 2024

The Organisation resolved to support the transition "in order to provide more sustainable assistance for Haiti's long-term stability, security, rule o...

New map of Britain traces abolitionists who crossed the Atlantic to end slavery
Reuters  |  Nov 02, 2024

Using an interactive online map, the project shows how Black American abolitionists were at the heart of the campaign to end slavery.

Argentina clinch record 16th Copa America after extra-time win over Colombia
Reuters  |  Jul 15, 2024

Lautaro Martinez scored deep in extra time to hand Argentina their 16th Copa America title

Brazil coach Dorival Jr hails 'dynamic' Vinicius after win over Paraguay
Reuters  |  Jun 29, 2024

The Real Madrid striker was in imperious form as Brazil hammered Paraguay 4-1 in the Copa America

US citizen charged with providing material support to ISIS
Amina Wako  |  Feb 17, 2024

Abdi was detained by ISIS in 2017 after leaving the group but managed to escape, eventually getting arrested by law enforcement authorities.

CONMEBOL unveils 2024 Copa America host cities in the United States
Sports Reporter  |  Dec 05, 2023

In a prior announcement, CONMEBOL revealed that the tournament's curtain-raiser will take place at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Hollywood writers sign off on new deal
AFP  |  Oct 11, 2023

Approval by the union's 11,500-odd members had been widely seen as a near-certainty.

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