South Koreans can now access North Korea’s official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, for the first time in decades, marking a symbolic step in President Lee Jae Myung’s efforts to improve relations with Pyongyang. The publication, whose name translates to “Workers’ Newspaper,” has long been regarded as highly incendiary. Packed with propaganda…
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has strongly condemned the arrest of journalist Peter Mwita Maseke, a reporter with Alshifaa Media Group in Mombasa County, calling for his immediate release on free bond. Mwita was detained by police in connection with information he reportedly shared via WhatsApp regarding criminal gangs…
At least 40 people have died and 115 others injured, many critically, after a fire swept through a bar in the popular Crans-Montana ski resort in southern Switzerland during New Year celebrations, authorities said. The blaze broke out at approximately 01:30 local time (00:30 GMT) on New Year’s morning at…
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…