Italian head coach Enzo Maresca reacts during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Fulham at Stamford Bridge in London on December 26, 2024. Enzo Maresca has left his role as Chelsea head coach after 18 months in charge, the Premier League club announced Thursday. "Chelsea Football Club and head coach Enzo Maresca have parted company," said a club statement. Maresca said the days leading up to the 2-0 victory over Everton were "the worst 48 hours" of his time at Chelsea. Chelsea won the Europa Conference League and the Club World Cup in 2025 and Maresca also led them back into the Champions League.

President William Ruto last months presided over a ceremony where Lawyers were conferred with ranks and dignity of Senior Counsels. [PCS]There is a storm in the legal fraternity after the Council for Legal Education (CLE) qualified a Chinese citizen to practice as a lawyer in the country. The council, in its defence, however, argues it’s not to blame following the qualification of the Chinese citizen. The issue of eligibility for admission is canvassed once a candidate petitions for admission to the Bar,” it read. However, the advocates argued that the fact that the Chinese citizen has been gazetted as compliant means she must be admitted.

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya addresses a meeting on December 14, 2025. [Martin Ndiema, Standard]Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has told Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, to stop lecturing Kenyans about a referendum and instead address the rising cost of living. Natembeya urged voters to elect visionary leaders who are ready to deliver real economic transformation. Why can’t we take them to the IEBC, craft one or two questions, and allow Kenyans to decide through a referendum?” Mudavadi posed. However, Trans Nzoia County Assembly Deputy Speaker Obed Mahanga urged the governor to consider serving a second term.

Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome addressing Muruka residents in Kandara, Murang'a, on December 31, 2025/ ALICE WAITHERALands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome has announced that the government plans to construct 500,000 housing units in 2026 under the Affordable Housing Project, describing it as one of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s flagship initiatives. Wahome said that about 320,000 units have either been completed or are at various stages of construction across the country. “Many people initially dismissed the affordable housing programme as a pipe dream. She highlighted that President William Ruto has consistently launched affordable housing projects across the country, a move she said demonstrates the steady progress of the initiative. Her comments followed recent suggestions by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi that a referendum could be needed to address emerging governance and constitutional issues, including representation.

Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has issued a stinging New Year’s critique to the Kenya Kwanza administration, calling on President William Ruto to stop "feeding Kenyans on Singapore fairy tales" while the country's education system collapses under the weight of debt and poor planning. The Deputy Governor reminded the President that Singapore’s transformation was anchored on a rock-solid education system, something he claims the current Kenyan government is actively sabotaging. Please ensure that we have quality education which is free. That was the agenda for transforming this country to Singapore," Mwangangi stated. "It cannot be that we are talking about taking the country to the level of Singapore without free quality education in Kenya," the deputy governor continued.

Uasin Gishu - In a decisive pre-dawn raid in Langas, Eldoret, a multi-agency security team struck at the heart of a narcotics ring brazenly targeting schoolchildren and youth. Did NACADA arrest drug traffickers in Eldoret? "Our reports indicate the traffickers we are nabbing have been deliberately and ruthlessly targeting schoolchildren and the youth. The targeted operation led to the arrest of a notorious distributor, described as a central figure in the town’s underground network. NACADA CEO Omerikwa explained that the bust marked the climax of a sustained crackdown that began in remote parts of the county, targeting illicit brews.

Comedian Clayton Stewart died in a house fire on Monday. How departed comedian saved girlfriend's lifeAccording to a close friend, Stewart lost his life while helping others escape the burning house. Stewart’s aunt, Linda Wilks, described the late comedian as a “gentle giant” who had dreamed of being a showman since childhood. Veteran Mombasa comedian Abdalla Moi diesIn other news, TUKO.co.ke reported about the death of Mombasa-based comedian Basheikh Abdallah Basheikh, alias Abdallah Moi. Mombasa comedian Abdallah Moi died.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has praised President William Ruto for fostering political inclusivity and national unity, saying the decision to close ranks with the opposition in 2025 had transformed Kenya’s political environment and enabled the government to advance key development programmes. He noted that the political discourse toward the close of 2025 had shifted away from hostility and toward constructive debate centred on parties, programmes, and ideas. The Deputy President said President Ruto’s engagement with former political rivals, particularly those who had been in the Azimio la Umoja coalition, had expanded the national political space and reduced the tensions that had characterised earlier periods. He described the move as the most significant leadership gesture made by the President during the year. The Deputy President singled out housing and health sector reforms as key beneficiaries of the new political alignment, arguing that such initiatives would have struggled to gain traction without cross-party backing.

CM Punk could have been signed by TNA rather than WWE. The Second City Saint was let go by AEW in September 2023 after being involved in a backstage fight with several company wrestlers, which became physical. After two months, he very surprisingly reappeared at his prior workplace during the Survivor Series: WarGames event in his native city, Chicago. TNA explored CM Punk signing, Steve Maclin eyed as first rivalIn a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, TNA superstar Steve Maclin disclosed that the company spoke to Punk after he was let go from All Elite Wrestling. It was cool to just see him… I’m like, ‘Oh, CM Punk, what’s up, man?’ He’s like, ‘Oh, what’s up Mr. Maclin?’ I was like, ‘Cool.

Ebo Noah was allegedly arrested after his failed doomsday prophecy. Was Ebo Noah arrested? When Christmas Day arrived, the prophet announced that heaven would not open that day, leaving many stranded and confused. See the post about his alleged arrest below:Reactions to Ebo Noah's arrestNews of Noah’s arrest sparked a flurry of reactions online. Ebo Noah had built arks in anticpation of a great flood that would destroy the world on last year's Christmas Day.

An ex-WWE wrestler hurl a very grave charge towards Batista. Batista, the Animal, is ranked among the major and most liked WWE stars worldwide. At the same time, the hero is still The Animal, and he has one thing for his fans that can be difficult to bear, as it was disclosed by former WWE wrestler Rene Dupree. ---Advertisement---Former WWE star shares shocking backstage story about BatistaDuring a recent episode of his Cafe De Rene podcast, Rene Dupree mentioned that The Animal had disgusting breath that made one sick to the stomach. He said:“When I first met Batista, well, the only time I met him.

Wrestling fans have been thinking and dreaming about the reinstating Brie Bella in the ring for quite some time now. The situation is so serious that even Nikki Bella, Brie’s sister, is doing everything possible to persuade her to come back to wrestling. Four years later, Brie Bella steps back into the WWE ringBrie was spotted for the last time in 2022 Women’s Royal Rumble match, when she came back after a 4 year’s break. Brie, a former WWE Divas Champion, along with her sister, was elected into the Hall of Fame in 2021. We’ll see.” [H/T: WrestlingNews.co]---Advertisement---The spouse of Brie Bella as well as the ex-AEW world champion Bryan Danielson also discussed the uncertainties of his wife’s reintegration into the Stamford promotion.

President William Ruto, on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, ushered in the new year in Eldoret at the Pamoja Concert, Eldoret Sports Club. President Ruto was accompanied by the First Lady Rachel Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, among other leaders. The President and the leaders joined Kenyans in ushering in the New Year 2026. Kenyans ushered in the New Year with colourful celebrations, prayers and renewed optimism, as families, friends and communities across the country marked the transition with joy and reflection. President William Ruto addressing Kenyans as they usher in the New Year 2026 at the Pamoja Concert, Eldoret Sports Club on Christmas Eve 2025 / PCSKenyans at the Pamoja Concert, Eldoret Sports Club on Christmas Eve 2025 / PCS

Kenyans ushered in 2026 with fireworks, music and public celebrations across major towns, but beneath the cheers of “Happy New Year” lay a nation divided between hope and quiet anxiety. Kenyans celebrate the arrival of 2026 in cities and towns across the country. Festive Cheer Meets Economic RealityThe New Year celebrations marked the peak of a long holiday season that began with Christmas. While many citizens welcomed 2026 with optimism, others expressed dissatisfaction, citing economic pressure and a sense of eroding public trust. For many Kenyans, the hope is that 2026 will bring stability, accountability and better opportunities for families and businesses.

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