Revered Kikuyu gospel artist Phyllis Mbuthia has publicly confirmed that she was deported from the United States, putting to rest weeks of speculation and concern over her sudden return to Kenya ahead of key gospel performances. Mbuthia addressed the matter through a series of TikTok videos shared on Friday, January…
Kenyan gospel artist Mr Seed and his wife, Nimo, survived a road accident that left fans and well-wishers shaken. Taking to social media on Friday, January 2, 2025, Nimo expressed gratitude for their safety, reflecting on the frightening experience. “If you would tell me this is how my year would…
Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS) has begun compensation procedures for a 47-year-old farmer, Charles Otieno, who killed a python that attacked and killed his dog in Luoka, Ugunja Sub-County. Otieno confirmed that discussions with KWS officials and Sigomere police officers on January 1, 2026, concluded with the signing of a document…
Israel announced on Thursday that 37 international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Gaza had failed to meet newly imposed “security and transparency standards” and will be required to cease operations by March 1, 2026. The move has drawn international criticism and warnings from the United Nations that the ban could…
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on Thursday reaffirmed the island’s commitment to defending its sovereignty and enhancing its military capabilities in response to increased pressure from China, following large-scale Chinese missile and naval exercises. In a New Year’s address broadcast live from the presidential office in Taipei, Lai emphasized that the…
On Thursday, Bulgaria became the 21st country to adopt the euro, nearly 20 years after joining the European Union, marking a historic shift from the lev, its national currency in use since the late 19th century. At midnight (2200 GMT Wednesday), Bulgarian euro coins were projected onto the central bank’s…
Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, have submitted a formal petition calling for an increase in women’s restroom facilities within the National Diet building, citing improved female representation in parliament. The cross-party appeal highlights a practical challenge stemming from long-standing infrastructure that no longer reflects…
President William Ruto has intensified his criticism of opposition leaders, accusing them of lacking clear ideas and relying on political slogans and smear campaigns rather than offering practical development solutions for Kenyans. Speaking at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County during the Governor Fernandes Barasa Cup final, the President challenged the…
A police corporal has died, while a female bar owner remains in critical condition following a shooting incident at a local bar in Naivasha, Nakuru County, on Wednesday night, January 1. According to a police report filed at Kongoni Police Station, officers responded to the incident after it was reported…
Pep Guardiola admitted that Manchester City’s wasteful finishing proved costly after they were held to a 0–0 draw by Sunderland on Thursday, a result that dealt a significant blow to their Premier League title ambitions. City delivered an uneven performance at the Stadium of Light, creating numerous scoring opportunities but…