But she saw this as an environment to send a message to President William Ruto: Palestine, her home, needs his voice to bring peace. Mariam was born and raised in Gaza City in the Gaza Strip. Speaking with tears streaming down her cheeks, she pleaded with President Ruto to speak to other world leaders and help save 2.3 million Palestinians from being decimated. President Ruto initially expressed solidarity with Israel and condemned the Hamas attack. Israel has been accused of genocide, and the issue is now before the International Court of Justice after South Africa took it to court over the Gaza war.

February 28, 2024 03:02 UTC

Eve Mungai [Instagram]Social media influencer Eve Mungai has hinted at not addressing the ongoing drama between her and video director Trevor. “As bad as you wanna address it, some things are better left unsaid I'm learning,” read her message. Eve and Trevor have been making headlines following their alleged split that saw Trevor rebrand their shared YouTube channel from Eve Mungai to Kenya Online Media. “On the issue of Eve Mungai and Trevor, I feel I have the moral authority to comment. I supported Eve Mungai so much when she started.

February 28, 2024 01:11 UTC

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February 28, 2024 00:38 UTC

Pictures of Ruto, Museveni and Raila walking behind long-horned Ankole cows on Monday caused a stir in Kenya. President William Ruto and Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga at Yoweri Museveni's farm in Kisozi, Uganda. “I am very grateful to President Museveni for strongly endorsing my candidacy and to President Ruto for fully backing it,” said Raila wrote his X account. Before flying to Uganda, Ruto and Raila had both attended the burial of Namibia President Hage Geingob on Saturday. Gentleman’s agreementThe handshake between Ruto and Raila started as a gentleman’s agreement in April, last year, after weeks of street demonstrations that paralysed the country.

February 28, 2024 00:21 UTC

Sakaja shuts 120 liquor stores near city bus terminiWednesday, February 28th, 2024 02:04 | By Alvin MwangiMulti-agency security officers during yesterday’s crackdown on liquor outlets in Nairobi. PHOTO/PrintAt least 120 liquor stores around matatu termini have been shut down following a crackdown ordered by governor Johnson Sakaja. Some 23 liquor outlets were closed at Hakati Bus Station Terminus with nine people arrested. Last week, Sakaja directed the removal of all outlets selling wines and spirits at bus termini. The governor ordered Tony Kimani, the Chief officer for Security to ensure that all wines and spirits around bus termini are cleared within seven days.

February 27, 2024 23:54 UTC





Here are some noon headlines from TribLive, Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024:• Macy’s to close more stores. AP• What is Wendy’s doing with surge pricing? Sean Stipp | Triblive• U.S. Steel slapped with $1.9M fine over Clairton Coke Works emissionsIt’s the third-largest penalty levied against U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works in the past five years. The fines stem from the 123-year-old plant violating rules for “uncontrolled pushes” 362 times between March 16, 2022, and Dec. 31, 2023, according to the Allegheny County Health Department. There were about 100 animals inside, Allegheny County Police posted on the X social media platform.

February 27, 2024 23:29 UTC

Kindiki targets Coast drug barons in substance abuse crack downInterior Cabinet Secretary, Kithure Kindiki. PHOTO/PrintInterior Cabinet Secretary, Kithure Kindiki (pictured) has announced government plans to embark on a crackdown on drug barons in the coastal region. Speaking during the Coast Region Conference on Illicit Alcohol, Narcotic Drugs, and Other Psychotropic Substances, the CS said that the menace of illicit liquor, narcotic drugs, and psychotropic substances was a National Security challenge and posed a threat to the survival of the future generation. They deliberated on mechanisms to crack down on manufacturers, transporters, sellers, and peddlers of illicit liquor, narcotic drugs, and other substances in the Coast. “NACADA should pull up socks because the report they have given does not cover all the drug hot spots in the Coast Region,” he added.

February 27, 2024 23:03 UTC

President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga have just been to meet President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda at his farm. There were two big issues on the agenda – the choice of Raila as African Union chief executive and Uganda's access to the KPC pipeline. In September, Kenya stopped the Uganda National Oil Company from accessing Kenya Pipeline Company with the trumped-up excuse that UNOC was not licensed to sell fuel in Kenya. Uganda went to court in November to get that decision reversed since it brings in 90 percent of its fuel from Mombasa. And Uganda has not only got access to the pipeline but it has been agreed that KPC will extend the pipeline to Kampala and Kigali.

February 27, 2024 21:53 UTC

• Sweden cleared the final hurdle to join the alliance after Hungary's parliament approved the motion, Politico reports. • Every member must approve a new joiner, and Hungary had delayed, accusing Sweden of being hostile to it.

February 27, 2024 18:10 UTC

Jubilee Life Insurance has announced it will sponsor this year’s Kenya Music Festival. Organized annually under the Ministry of Education, the Kenya Music Festival is a platform that identifies and nurtures artistic talents in music, dance and elocution. Our partnership with Kenya Music Festival will not only enable us to advocate for art on a national scale but also empower children to explore, innovate and thrive in the melodic world of music,” said Kanyingi. We are delighted to see companies such as Jubilee Life Insurance reinforce the importance of nurturing creativity and talent among our children. Through this sponsorship, Jubilee Life Insurance aims to celebrate the vibrant talent within Kenya while promoting the economic opportunities inherent in the creative sector.

February 27, 2024 17:20 UTC

Kenya's former top spy Patrick Osoi has shown interest in unseating the current president William Ruto. Source: OriginalThe most recent contender to throw their hat into the ring is Patrick Osoi, a former National Intelligence Service (NIS) operative and special operations soldier, who has officially declared his intention to run for the presidency. I will ensure that I restore security in our borders, within the country, and ensure that Kenyans are protected abroad." Patrick Osoi's sterling careerAdvanced Special Intelligence at National Intelligence AcademyDiploma - Air Assault Course (Sabalauski Air Assault School, Fort Campbell KY.Diploma- Unit Supply Specialist course (Quartermaster, Fort Lee Virginia)Associate Degree in Science—Forensic and Criminal Investigation. Ruto unveils plans of becoming priestMeanwhile, in 2021, President William Ruto revealed that he would take over the pulpit after retiring from politics.

February 27, 2024 16:57 UTC

Recent comments from Trump disparaging NATO allies have put this question on the front burner in Washington and other world capitals. Biden’s foreign policy weaknesses opens the door for Trump to show voters he will take a different approach. Jacksonians, like Trump and his most ardent supporters today, have a highly sceptical view of America’s involvement in global affairs. (Trump was so enamoured with Jackson, in fact, he had a portrait of the former president hanging in the Oval Office.) Trump immediately identified Abe as “friend.”After then-Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull had an unpleasant phone call with Trump in 2017, the Australian ambassador to the US, Joe Hockey, took to the links with Trump.

February 27, 2024 16:45 UTC

Source: UGCThe dailies also spared space for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's new battle against substance abuse in the coastal region. Daily NationA faction of politicians aligned with Azimio la Umoja, led by Raila Odinga, presented fresh demands to Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka if he seeks their support for his 2027 presidential bid. The StandardThe daily reported experts have urged education systems to incorporate mother tongue as a crucial tool for cultural preservation and fostering global understanding. During the International Mother Language Day celebrations at Kabarak University, Education, Arts, and Culture experts emphasised this perspective. Kabarak University, holding the UNESCO Chair on Culture and Arts in Education, served as the venue for the event.

February 27, 2024 16:35 UTC

A South Jersey school teacher just days away from going on trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a student is dead. Williamstown NJ Teacher Facing Trial for Sexual AssaultPaul A. VanHouten, Jr. courtesy Farnelli Funeral Home; Canva loading...57-year-old Paul A. VanHouten, Jr., a former science teacher at Williamstown Middle School in Gloucester County, NJ, reportedly died on February 22. VanHouten, Jr., himself a lifelong resident of Williamstown, was due to stand trial for sexual assault, child endangerment, as well as official misconduct beginning March 4, NJ.com reports. Williamstown NJ Teacher Accused of Molesting Pre-Teen StudentScience Beakers MadamLead/thinkstock loading... What Killed Former Williamstown NJ School Teacher Paul A. VanHouten, Jr.?

February 27, 2024 16:27 UTC

One of the most groundbreaking developments in recent times is the rise of real-time football data analytics. The use of data in football has grown exponentially, leading to the birth of real-time football data analytics. Real-time Football Data Analytics: A Game-ChangerTracking Player MovementsOne of the most significant advancements in football analytics is the ability to track player movements in real-time. Challenges and Ethical ConsiderationsWhile real-time football data analytics offers immense benefits, it also presents challenges and raises ethical considerations. ConclusionBeyond the scoreboard, the rise of real-time football data analytics marks a paradigm shift in how the sport is played, analyzed, and experienced.

February 27, 2024 16:20 UTC