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World Cup ref denied entry to the US was about to make history for Somalia
11+ hour, 23+ min ago (810+ words) By "OMAR FARUK and GERALD IMRAYWednesday June 10, 2026 The World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States after arriving in Miami and subsequently cut from the tournament by FIFA was set to make history for his…...
Somali World Cup referee denied entry to US arrives home to hero's welcome
3+ hour, 33+ min ago (513+ words) By "OMAR FARUKWednesday June 10, 2026 A World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States was received by a crowd of supporters and officials Wednesday as he arrived in Somalia's capital of Mogadishu, where he said he…...
Somali referee says his World Cup dream is dashed after U. S. denies entry
9+ hour, 30+ min ago (982+ words) By Matthew Mpoke Bigg Reporting from Nairobi, Kenya Wednesday June 10, 2026 A referee from Somalia said on Tuesday that the biggest dream of his professional life had been shattered after the American authorities denied him permission to enter the United States…...
Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (323+ words) Tuesday June 9, 2026 The United States denied entry over the weekend to soccer referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who had been expected to be "the first Somali to officiate at a World Cup match. A FIFA spokesperson "said on Monday that Artan…...
Somali federation says yet to be told why referee Omar Artan was denied US entry
22+ hour, 18+ min ago (322+ words) Tuesday June 9, 2026 The US denied Omar Artan, a Somali national, entry into the country to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. / AFP The Somali Football Federation voiced deep regret on Tuesday after international referee Omar Artan was denied entry to…...
US confirms it denied entry to Somali referee set to take part in World Cup
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (695+ words) By Ali Harb Tuesday June 9, 2026 The United States has denied entry to a top Somali referee who was set to participate in the FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about Washington's travel restrictions and their impact on the tournament. The Department…...
Denmark's Christian Eriksen collapses on football pitch during friendly
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (267+ words) Monday June 8, 2026 Denmark's Christian Eriksen looks dejected after failing to qualify for the FIFA World Cup [File: David W Cerny/Reuters] Danish football player Christian Eriksen has collapsed on the "pitch during a friendly match against Ukraine, but has regained…...
From burden to solutions: Somalia's DRIVE toward safer food and trusted markets
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (573+ words) By: Abdiaziz Khalif and Sonia Plaza Sunday June 7, 2026 Woman selling fresh milk in Hargeisa Livestock Market For a woman selling milk in Mogadishu, food safety can be as simple as a clean container, proper storage and confidence that her product…...
Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (620+ words) Sir Idris, pictured with his wife Sabrina, was knighted for services to young people in recognition of his charity work Actor Sir Idris Elba was one of several stars to receive honours from King Charles at Windsor Castle on Tuesday....
PSG wins back-to-back Champions League titles after shootout victory against Arsenal
1+ week, 3+ day ago (946+ words) By "JAMES ROBSONSunday May 31, 2026 Winning the Champions League was so nice, Paris Saint-Germain had to do it twice. PSG became back-to-back European champion by beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in a dramatic final in Budapest that ended 1-1 after extra time on…...