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62Will Somalia Rise After 21 Years of Wars?
Its ironic how every 21 years, there happens to be a change in Somalia. This year mark the 21st year, since Siad Barre was ousted in 1990. We are still not sure, but we might have a government in August. See, I am not sure because for one, I am now...
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73Capua, Italy
The city of Capua is not well known outside of Italy, despite its rich and fascinating history, location and sights. The city is located 25 kilometers north of Naples in the province of Caserta in Campania.
0 comments62Mugdisho Mile
I have not seen my beloved country over 20 years and counting. I stay in touch with those family members who have not had the opportunity to escape the chaos that evolved after the ouster of the last dictator Siad Barre. Over the phone, my cousin...
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66Somali Famine
In the highly populated modern world we live in, famine is a very serious issue. This disaster shouldn’t happen in the 21st century, but it is happening in Somalia.
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65Seal Team Six Strikes Somali Pirates
If you happened to be watching the State of the Union Address last night, you may have overheard the President praising his Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta; “Good job tonight, good job.” At the time we had no way of knowing the Commander in...
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75The Renaissance of Piracy
The resurgence of piracy in the Suez Canal and the Indian Ocean have led many to wonder who these modern day sea bandits are and what they want. The truth is that the Somali Pirates have become active because of the lucrative oil barges and cargo ships that travel through the narrow waterway so close to their homeland that make easy targets to those willing to play the high stakes game.
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60Dear, Peace Corps. Sincerely, Me
An Unexpected Meeting I remember standing wide eyed, mouth gaping, trying not to stare but unable to help myself. My hands had become sweaty and clammy in an instant, and I was momentarily at a loss for words. I had been caught quite off guard. My...
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64Turning Somali Pirates into Environmental Defenders
An Article on the Piracy that is devastating Somalia, and the different abstract ideas that could help solve the issues there. This comes in the form of genetically engineered crops, fish farms, and outright funding to the pirates for their cooperation in the rebuilding of their country.
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75Somali Cats: Breed Information
The Somali cat breed is one of the most extroverted, friendly and "doglike" cats. It is very affectionate and social which makes a good choice for busy families
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