The United States is moving closer to ending its record-breaking government shutdown, now entering its 42nd day, following a critical vote in the Senate on Monday night. Lawmakers approved a spending package by a 60-40 margin, funding the federal government through January 30, 2026, and reinstating pay for hundreds of…
The Nairobi County government has arrested several landlords who failed to comply with an October 2025 directive requiring the repainting of buildings as part of efforts to enhance the city’s appearance. In a press briefing on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, Nairobi County Health Executive Suzanne Silantoi emphasized that while the…
Nyanchwa Hospital in Kisii was the scene of jubilation on Monday morning after Vane Nyanchoka Ontweka safely delivered quadruplets a rare and heartwarming event that has captured nationwide attention. The babies, delivered via caesarean section, include three boys and one girl, all named in honor of Kenya’s late former Prime…
Delhi is reeling after a car explosion tore through a busy neighbourhood near the historic Red Fort on Monday, November 10, 2025, leaving at least 10 dead and many others injured. The blast, a rare incident in the sprawling metropolis of over 30 million residents, caused chaos in one of…
More than 50,000 global delegates have convened in Belém, Brazil, for the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) a pivotal event aimed at accelerating global climate action. However, the United States has once again drawn attention for its absence at the high-level sessions, continuing a pattern of limited participation…
Australia already home to some of the world’s most fearsome wildlife has added another peculiar creature to its list: a newly discovered bee species named Megachile (Hackeriapis) lucifer, known for its striking, devil-like facial horns. Researchers at Curtin University announced the discovery on Tuesday, revealing that the species was first…
Egypt’s long-awaited parliamentary elections have drawn a crowded field of political parties yet most share a common stance: firm support for President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. Voting began on Monday, nearly two years after Sisi secured his third and final six-year term under the country’s constitution. The election, which spans several…
Chinese authorities have directed the removal of two leading gay dating apps, Blued and Finka, from mobile app stores across the country, Apple confirmed to AFP on Tuesday. The move underscores the government’s tightening restrictions on LGBTQ+ expression under President Xi Jinping, amid a broader campaign to control online content…
Kenya is taking a historic step to celebrate its literary heritage by establishing a National Hall of Fame dedicated to the country’s most influential authors, scholars, and storytellers. The initiative, announced by the State Department for Culture and Heritage in collaboration with the Kenya National Library Services (KNLS), aims to…
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko has fulfilled his commitment to assist the families of Kenyans who were fatally shot during the public viewing of Raila Odinga’s body at Kasarani Stadium. In a video posted on Monday, November 10, 2025, Sonko outlined the support he provided, including settling City Mortuary…