Abdirizak Diis
Abdirizak Diis is the founder and CEO of Somali Media of Minnesota, where he serves as a writer and editor. He is also an anchor for Somali TV of Minnesota. Abdirizak specializes in community reporting, health and education awareness, and geopolitical analysis of the Horn of Africa. He holds a Master's degree in Public Affairs from the University of Minnesota and a Master's degree in Political Science from Western Illinois University. With over 15 years of teaching experience, he taught Social Studies at Minneapolis Public Schools for several years. Notably, he is the first Somali American to develop a Somali Studies curriculum. In his free time, Abdirizak enjoys spending time with friends.
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Luul Jeylaani Ali, a renowned figure in Somali music and a beloved singer, has died in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after a prolonged illness. Her passing...
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Soomaali badan ayaa Walaac ka qaba dib u doorashada Donald Trump
Afeef: Warbixintani waxaan ka soo xiginay wargayska The Minnesota Star Tribune. Waxaa turjumay soona koobay Abdirizak Diis.Xabiiba Maxamed oo ah Qaxooti Soomaaliyeed oo...
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Minnesota Court Rules Newly Elected Democrat Ineligible, Shifting Power to Republicans
In a significant ruling on Friday, a Ramsey County District Court judge declared that newly elected Democrat Curtis Johnson is ineligible to serve in...
Community and Culture
Increased Security Concerns Follow Threats and Vandalism Targeting Places of Worship
In a troubling development, Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center in Minneapolis suspended all weekend instructional activities due to a threatening social media post that emerged...
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Minneapolis Residents Comes Together to Support Senator Omar Fateh’s Mayoral Campaign as Tensions Rise Over Minneapolis Budget Issues
Amid a vibrant rally at the Brian Cole Community Center, Omar Fateh formally launched his campaign for mayor, receiving strong support from local leaders...
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Families of Police Violence Victims Demand Apology from Council Member Vetaw
On Thursday afternoon, families who have lost loved ones to police violence gathered outside the City Council chambers to express their pain and...
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