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Trade Tensions Rise as U.S. Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Imports
In a significant escalation of trade tensions, the United States, under the leadership of President Donald Trump, has announced a sweeping 50% tariff on a broad range of Canadian imports. This move, unveiled on July 2…
Trump Criticizes Canada Over Wildfires Affecting U.S. Air Quality
The ongoing Canadian wildfires have become a point of contention between the United States and Canada as President Donald Trump voiced his concerns over the environmental impact on U.S. air quality. The matter was bro…
Paramount and Warner Bros Mega Merger Faces Legal Hurdles
The proposed merger between media giants Paramount and Warner Bros has been temporarily halted by a U.S. court following legal challenges from twelve states. The merger, which was expected to create a media behemoth v…
Why Diani and Watamu Remain Top Choices for Land Buyers
Land prices in Kenya’s coastal property market have risen sharply over the past five years, with Diani, Watamu, Lamu Island and Bamburi recording the strongest growth. However, investors continue to face challenges in…
Inside Ruto's Latest Executive Appointments
President William Ruto has announced a series of appointments and nominations within the Executive, including the appointment of Charles Owino Wahong’o as Government Spokesperson and the reassignment of Isaac Mwaura t…
Kenyans Seeking Visas Advised to Use Official Channels Only
Visa applicants in Kenya have been advised to avoid unauthorised agents and intermediaries offering to process applications or secure faster appointments.VFS Global, which manages visa and passport services on behalf…
WWE's High-Tech Transformation: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Technology Powering the Show
The world of professional wrestling has long captivated audiences with its dramatic flair, larger-than-life characters, and intricate storylines. However, behind the theatrical spectacle of World Wrestling Entertainme…
Ruto Announces Full Government Funding for All Public University Students
President William Ruto has announced that all students admitted to public universities and colleges will receive full government funding under a proposed new higher education financing model. The reforms are expected…
IPOA: Central Police CCTV Was Tampered With After Albert Ojwang’s Death
IPOA investigators have told the High Court in Kibera that CCTV records at Nairobi’s Central Police Station were tampered with after the death in custody of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang. The authority said its re…
Kenyan Woman Urges Diaspora Families to Bring Parents Abroad for Lasting Memories
A Kenyan woman living in the United Kingdom is encouraging people in the diaspora to invite their parents to visit them abroad, saying the experience offers lasting family memories. Winnie Ikatwa is currently hosting…
US Restores 30-Day Deadline for Asylum Seekers' Work Permit Applications
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has restored the requirement for US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to decide first-time work permit applications from asylum seekers within 30 days. The change t…
When a Title Deed Is No Longer Enough to Protect Your Land in Kenya
The Environment and Land Court has ruled that a registered landowner who does not take possession of or protect their property for 12 years can lose ownership under Kenya's law on adverse possession.The case concerned…
Behind Bars in Saudi Arabia: The Stories of Kenyans on Death Row
The case of Kenyan national Stephen Munyakho, who spent more than a decade in prison in Saudi Arabia before securing his release through a blood money settlement, highlights the severe penalties that foreign nationals…
Pauline Njoroge Resigns From Jubilee After 14 Years
Pauline Njoroge has resigned from the Jubilee Party’s National Executive Committee with immediate effect, ending her tenure as Deputy Organising Secretary after 14 years in the party and its predecessor, The National…
India's Vikram-1 Launch Marks Major Milestone for Space Tech and Global Ambitions
In a significant leap for the burgeoning space industry, India's Skyroot Aerospace has successfully launched the Vikram-1 rocket, marking a transformative moment for the country's space ambitions. The launch, which to…
Escalating Tensions: U.S. and Iran Trade Blows Amid New Regional Strife
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has escalated dramatically as both nations engage in a series of military exchanges affecting the Middle East's stability. Following the recent series of Iranian…
EU Slaps AliExpress with Historic €550 Million Fine Over Sale of Illegal Goods
The European Union has imposed a record-breaking €550 million fine on Chinese online retailer AliExpress for allowing the sale of illegal and unsafe products, including counterfeit clothing and hazardous toys. The pen…
Meta Faces Global Backlash Over Controversial AI Image Feature
In a significant reversal, Meta has withdrawn its latest artificial intelligence feature on Instagram following a wave of global criticism. The feature, which allowed users to alter images using AI technology, was int…
Why More African Retirees Are Choosing Cities Over Rural Homes
More African retirees are choosing to remain in or near cities rather than return to their ancestral villages.For decades, retirement across much of Africa was seen as a return to the family home in the countryside. A…
Police Officer Shoots Partner Dead Before Taking Own Life
Police in Kirinyaga County are investigating the deaths of an Administration Police officer and his partner in what is believed to be a murder–suicide.Sergeant John Kamau Ikenye, 56, was discovered inside staff quarte…