(Reuters) - Barcelona's Spain attacking midfielder Alexia Putellas has signed a contract extension until 2026, the Liga F club announced on Tuesday. The 2021 and 2022 Ballon D'Or winner, 30, who won the 2023 Women's World Cup with Spain, is a product of the Barca academy and her contract was due to expire at the end of the season. "Barcelona and Alexia Putellas have reached an agreement for the player to stay at the club for two more seasons through to 30 June 2026, with the option of a third year," Barca said in a statement. Regarded as one of the best players in women's soccer, Putellas is Barca's top scorer with 189 goals in 424 games and the most decorated player in Barca's history with 29 titles, including two Women's Champions League crowns. On Saturday, Putellas will bid for her third European Cup title as Barca face Lyon in the final at Bilbao.

Labour Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore on Tuesday, May 21, announced that 500 Kenyan nurses will be absorbed in five mega companies following consultative dialogues in Doha, Qatar. The meeting, held between CS Bore and CEO of Estithmar Company Mohamed Bin Badr Al Sadah, resolved to improve labour relations between the two nations. One of the highlights of the meetings involved the interest of Al Sadah in absorbing Kenyan nurses at the company. Labour Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore Photo Ministry of Labour and Social ProtectionThe company mainly deals in four strategic sectors; healthcare, service, ventures and industries. The deal forms part of the Bilateral Labour Agreements that the government has since entered with international countries to acquire job opportunities for Kenyans.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed that he had taken 7 days at the heart of Mt Kenya forest for prayers, fasting and meditation. Gachagua revealed this during the burial service of the Late Julius Kano Ndumbi former Principal of Kianyaga High School in Gichugu, Kirinyaga. I had to meditate for the state of the nation and welfare of this region,” Gachagua said. He noted that the narrative being pushed that it's the turn for other counties in Mt Kenya to rule is retrogressive and aimed at dividing the community. The DP said he would soldier on to fight and unite the people of Mt Kenya.

Bernice who wore a striped navy blue and dark blue striped suit also wore green doll shoes to match the outfit. Rachel Ruto who wore a red lace dress walked alongside the Head of State as they were told the history of the King Centre with the first stop being at the Eternal Flame. The Eternal Flame symbolises the continuing effort to realise King’s dream of the “Beloved Community,” This was King's vision for a world of justice, peace and equality for all mankind. "What he stood for was peace and equality for all. As the President moved closer to the eternal flame, Bernice kept on explaining the impact of the flame.

The nation should embark on a zealous evolution of enterprising athletes to create a solid foundation for sufficient results. We must ensure that the next generation of football players possess the prerequisite expertise to compete at the top level. This can be accomplished by funding coaching development, enhancing the quality of training facilities, and rolling out effective player development programs. Doing so would be indicative of the country's dedication to player development. There are several other strategies that the nation can implement to lay the footing for the evolution of enterprising athletes.

Videos shared online that Reuters has not verified show armed men milling around the entrance of the presidency, whose glass doors have been smashed. AdvertisementRead: DRC coup leader filmed himself before his deathSoon after, security forces moved in, killing the group's leader, US-based Congolese politician Christian Malanga, and three others. Congo authorities said participants in the coup attempt included foreigners and Congolese citizens. The army shared a video of a large group of detained alleged participants in the coup sitting on the ground as armed guards stand by. Read: DRC army foils 'coup attempt'They wear camouflage and have Zaire flags draped on their shoulders.

Youngster Cheche Ababu is aiming even higher after showing his competitors dust at last weekend’s Kenya National Autocross Championship to claim back-to-back Rallycross wins. First-rising star Cheche Ababu hopes to raise the bar even higher by achieving newer limits in his non-turbo buggy contraption. Cheche has already claimed major scalps, showing impressive form in the Kenya National Autocross Championship this season. "Am happy to win round 4 of the rally cross, my second win in a row in this very competitive national championship. He beat defending Open Class Champion John Kadivane.

Kenyans living in the US were on Monday treated to a light moment after President William Ruto cut short a woman directing a question to him. Ruto who was on a state visit to the US had to interject the woman saying her flow of English was too first for him to understand what she was saying. The woman went on to speak slowly, at some point asking "Is that slow enough?" Ruto met with Kenyans living in the US at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, on the first day of his State Visit to America. Kiingereza yako ndio imenichanganya kidogo lakini ni sawa (Your English confused me a bit but it's okay)," Ruto said.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged leaders to concentrate on service delivery to the people and stop engaging in succession politics. DP Gachagua was speaking on Tuesday during the burial service of Julius Kano Ndumbi, a former Principal of Kianyaga High School, Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. Gachagua pleaded with the leaders to continue working together for the people. He further urged the leaders to concentrate on service delivery and preach peace and unity. The DP noted that if the people agree to be divided, they will not see leadership near them in future.

President William Ruto has said that he has a problem with people who don't participate in elections. He went on to say that it does not matter who one votes for but he will always have a problem with people who don’t vote. “Let me tell this, I have a problem with people who don’t vote, I have no problem with any Kenyan who votes for anybody because it is through voting and through a competition that we get the best for our country and move forward,” Ruto said. First, for giving me and my team an opportunity to lead our great country. It is an honour and privilege to lead an important country like Kenya and I don’t take it for granted.

Honoring the Legacy of President CarterPresident Ruto opened his U.S. visit with a speech at the Carter Presidential Library, where he praised the virtues of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Championing Environmental SustainabilityContinuing his engagement, President Ruto emphasized Kenya's commitment to combating climate change, citing numerous environmental initiatives like reforestation and renewable energy investments. "Kenya is at the forefront of mobilizing a global response to the climate crisis, underscoring our dedication to environmental sustainability," President Ruto declared. A Visit to The Martin Luther King Jr. CenterADVERTISEMENTThe President's tour continued at The Martin Luther King Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change. ADVERTISEMENTStrengthening Health Partnerships at the CDCAt the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Headquarters, President Ruto discussed enhancing the U.S.-Kenya health collaboration.

The government is poised to establish a multi-agency team to oversee the clearance of tobacco products and designate special ports for novel nicotine and emerging tobacco products as part of a new agreement signed on Tuesday, May 20. The solatium compensation, set at 2 per cent of the value of tobacco products, is designated to fund tobacco control research, cessation, and rehabilitation programmes. “This effort aims to ensure that the funds are collected efficiently and utilised to support public health initiatives,” the statement read. To combat the distribution and sale of illegal tobacco products, the collaboration will also enhance surveillance, compliance, and enforcement efforts. Another critical aspect of this partnership is the enhancement of laboratory testing capabilities for novel nicotine and other emerging tobacco products.

After being shut down for about three months, the Toussaint-Louverture airport in Port-au-Prince has resumed operation a few days before 1,000 Kenyan police officers are deployed to Haiti. The airport had been shut down after increased gang violence this was after former Prime Minister Henry Ariel travelled to Kenya to sign a bilateral treaty in March. Gangs stopped all operations at the main airport barring Ariel from reentering the country and he was forced to seek refuge in Puerto Rico. The nation has gone as far as directing troops to construct barracks for the foreign soldiers ahead of the mission. Haitians who are living in fear are awaiting the deployment of troops to quell the violence.

Editor's Review “I had taken seven days away for prayers and fasting, meditation and reflection in the heart of Mt Kenya forest." Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has finally broken silence about his whereabouts last week after he missed crucial state functions. Speaking on Tuesday May 21 during the burial of former Kianyaga High School Principal Julius Kano Ngumbi, Gachagua revealed that he was in at the heart of Mt Kenya Forest. “I had taken seven days away for prayers and fasting, meditation and reflection in the heart of Mt Kenya forest. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Coke Studio releases the sixth song from Season 15, Chal Chaliye, bringing the inimitable vocals of Sajjad Ali, Pakistan’s Prince of Pop, with the purity of neo-classical sensation, Farheen Raza Jaffry in an exchange that speaks to that of mentor and student. Farheen Raza Jaffry appears vibrant and full of life, yet remains hesitant, a stark contrast to Sajjad Ali’s confident demeanour. The Artists:FARHEEN RAZA JAFFRY — a rising star from Lahore, Farheen is not just a singer, but a multi-faceted artist. Steeped in the melodies of Pakistani music legends, she brings a touch of the Golden Era to her captivating voice. SAJJAD ALI — a true icon of Pakistani music, Sajjad Ali’s career spans genres from semi-classical to pop and rock.