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Shamir Medical Center CEO Joins bereaved mother Jounrey

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Prof. Osnat Levtzion-Korach, CEO of Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh), has returned from an emotional and transformative trip to Uganda, where she accompanied twenty grieving Israeli mothers who lost their sons in the Iron Swords War. The mission, organized by the nonprofit Journey 4Hope, emphasizes emotional resilience through nature, community, and guided reflection. This was […]

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He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan

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Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo, known as “Hemedti”, has emerged as a dominant figure on Sudan’s political stage, with his paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) now controlling half of the country. The RSF scored a notable victory recently when it overran the city of el-Fasher, the last garrison held by the Sudanese army and its local allies

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Israeli military’s ex-top lawyer arrested over leak of video allegedly showing Palestinian detainee abuse

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The former top lawyer in the Israeli military has been arrested, as a political showdown deepens over the leaking of a video that allegedly shows severe abuse of a Palestinian detainee by Israeli soldiers. Maj Gen Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi resigned as the Military Advocate General of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) last week, saying that she

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Actress Celina Jaitly pens a note for her brother, an Indian army veteran who was in detainment: ‘For one year I have searched for answers…’

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The actress wrote a long note on X that read: “Standing for a Soldier:A Ray of Hope from the Delhi High Court in the Case of Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly has penned a note for her brother who happens to be an Indian army veteran, Major (Retd.) Vikrant Kumar Jaitly.

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KCCA PLEDGES LASTING SOLUTIONS FOR FLOOD-HIT ARCADES

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Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has pledged to work with affected traders to restore their livelihoods and put in place lasting measures to prevent future flooding in the city’s business hubs. The pledge was made during a meeting convened by Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and held in the Mayor’s Parlour at City Hall on

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Kampala Traders Demand Compensation After Devastating Floods Destroy Merchandise Worth Millions

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By Naome Namusoke & Ronald Kabuubi/ KMA updates Kampala, Uganda —Thousands of city traders are demanding government compensation after last week’s torrential rains flooded major arcades in downtown Kampala, destroying goods worth millions of shillings. The downpour, which lasted for over four hours on Thursday, left business owners counting heavy losses as water submerged entire

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Education: School Director, Teachers Arrested for Attempting to Bribe UNEB Scout

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Lira City, Uganda — The Territorial Police in North Kyoga Region have arrested three suspects for allegedly attempting to bribe a Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) scout in an effort to influence the conduct of the Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), which officially began on Monday. The suspects have been identified as Odongo George, Director of

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CSOs warn of looming food crisis ahead of 2026 Elections

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Agnes Kirabo, Executive Director of the Food Rights Alliance, urged Ugandans to take personal responsibility and prepare for possible food shortages. “After elections, like it or not, take personal responsibility because you will be hungry, and the ‘hungry pants’ cuts in video stomachs. And what we are telling government is that it is your constitutional

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Uganda Diverts Heavy Traffic After Road Collapse Near Karuma Dam

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Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport has diverted heavy trucks and trailers off a key section of the Karuma–Kamdini highway after part of the road collapsed following heavy rains, disrupting one of northern Uganda’s busiest trade routes. According to a ministry statement issued on Sunday, the road failure occurred about one kilometer

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Uganda Triumphs at the Swiss International Holiday Expo 2025, Winning Prestigious Swiss Tourism Excellence Award

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Uganda made a significant mark at the Swiss International Holiday Expo (SIHE) 2025, winning the coveted Swiss Tourism Excellence Award in the “Natural Paradise” category. This prestigious recognition came during the Expo’s glamorous gala in Lugano, held on November 1, 2025. Uganda’s remarkable debut in this high-profile event showcased the country’s rich tourism potential. The

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