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Why AG is seeking to lift orders blocking prosecution of sons of Karugu, lawyers over Will forgery
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Source:Standard Digital
February 18, 2026 14:51 UTC
Kanye West India tour: Tickets go live; Date and time, venue, how to book, price and all about Ye’s upcoming shows
Kanye West, one of the most successful rappers in the world, is all set to arrive in India for an epic performance. India has become a big destination for international artists, and Kanye is the latest addition to that. 24-time Grammy winner will do a grand show in Delhi, which is part of his 'Ye Live' world tour. Kanye West India Tour tickets- How to bookThe tickets are available on District by Zomato, and it went live on February 18, 2026, at 4 PM IST. Kanye West, who goes by the stage name 'Ye', is a rapper, songwriter and record producer.
Source:News 24
February 18, 2026 14:34 UTC
Wetang'ula pushes for stronger Kenya - Egypt parliamentary diplomacy
Audio By VocalizeSpeaker Moses Wetang’ula with the Egypt's Ambassador to Kenya Hatem Yousri Hosni. [Wetangula, X]National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has emphasized the need to strengthen parliamentary diplomacy through a robust parliamentary friendship group between Kenya and Egypt, aiming to deepen bilateral ties. Wetang'ula highlighted irrigation as a key area of collaboration, pointing to Egypt’s advanced irrigation systems that support large-scale agricultural production. He said both countries could hold bilateral talks to explore the adoption of Egypt’s modern irrigation practices in Kenya. Hosni noted that Egypt has significantly increased food production over the years through modern irrigation, adding that similar approaches could be implemented in Kenya through sustained cooperation.
Source:Standard Digital
February 18, 2026 14:20 UTC
Waititu's bail terms reduced to Sh20 million from Sh53.5 million
Audio By VocalizeFormer Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu leaves Milimani court on February 13,2025. [Collins Kweyu, Standard]Jailed former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Ndungu Waititu Babayao has secured a major reprieve after the High Court reduced his bail terms to Sh20 million pending appeal in the Sh588 million corruption case. In a ruling delivered at the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court, Lady Justice Wilfrida Okwany allowed Waititu’s application to review the earlier bond terms that had required him to furnish a Sh53.5 million bank guarantee. “I find that the instant application is merited and I therefore allow it in the following terms. The court observed that although the prosecution had opposed the application, it had also conceded in its replying affidavit that it did not oppose admission to bail pending appeal, subject to reasonable and adequate security.
Source:Standard Digital
February 18, 2026 14:11 UTC
‘I was out 7 days a week doing coke’ admits tearful Scotty T as he breaks silence on drug-drive arrest & becoming a dad
AS he jumped in his car two days after a boozy night out, Scotty T had no idea everything was about to be taken away from him. “I always think to myself like, at the end of the day, he’s mine.. And I’m like, f**k everything else. In his most honest chat to date, Scott tells us that the mother of his son is actually someone he has known for nine years, and not a one-night stand, as many people suspected. AdvertisementAdvertisementFighting back tears, Scott tells us: “She actually fell pregnant the year before [with my child] but sadly lost the baby. And he’s going to be mint.
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 14:08 UTC
This Indian girl used to go to school without slippers, now CEO of global brand, her name is…, brand is…
Leena Nair is the Global Chief Executive Officer of Chanel and one of the most prominent Indian-origin business leaders in the world. She became Chanel’s first female CEO and the first person of Indian origin to lead the iconic French luxury house. Before joining Chanel, she spent nearly three decades at Unilever, rising from an intern to the company’s Global Chief Human Resources Officer. Chanel’s chairman, Alain Wertheimer, selected Leena Nair as the Global CEO of Chanel. Leena became Chanel’s first female CEO, the first person of Indian origin to lead the brand and one of the few women of colour to head a global luxury house.
Source:News 24
February 18, 2026 14:04 UTC
Court to hear petition challenging Ruto-Sakaja cooperation deal
The High Court of Kenya has issued urgent directions in a constitutional petition challenging a new cooperation agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government. In a ruling delivered on Wednesday, Justice Bahati Mwamuye certified the case—filed by petitioners Bernard Peter and Christine Gathoni—as urgent. The legal challenge names several high-profile respondents, including the Attorney General, the Prime Cabinet Secretary, the Nairobi Governor, the Nairobi City County Government, the County Assembly, and the Senate. This, they say, risks the commitment or expenditure of public funds without the approval of the Nairobi County Assembly or oversight by the Senate. They warn that continued implementation could alter the constitutional allocation of functions between the national and county governments before the court pronounces itself on the legality of the arrangement.
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 13:56 UTC
PM Modi, Bhutanese Counterpart Discuss Solidifying Partnership In Several Key Sectors
They also reaffirmed their commitment to work closely to further strengthen the India-Bhutan partnership anchored in trust, goodwill and mutual respect. Last November, PM Modi visited Thimphu on a two-day visit which aimed at deepening India-Bhutan partnership and reinforcing India’s commitment to its Neighbourhood First Policy. The visit also marked another major milestone in India-Bhutan energy partnership with the inauguration of the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project. Bilateral trade is conducted in Indian Rupees, which is at par with the Bhutanese Ngultrum. Since 2014, India’s trade with Bhutan has increased more than three times — from $484 million in 2014-15 to $1,777.44 million in 2024-25, accounting for over 80 per cent of Bhutan’s overall trade.
Source:Daily Nation
February 18, 2026 13:11 UTC
Court Orders EES Coke Battery to Comply with Clean Air Act and Pay $100 Million Civil Penalty
The EES Coke facility (Facility) is located on Zug Island, between River Rouge and Detroit, in an area that fails to meet federal standards for sulfur dioxide in the air. The court found that the Facility increased its sulfur dioxide pollution as a result of changes the company sought to its state air permit in 2014. For example, the Facility emitted over 3,200 tons of sulfur dioxide pollution in 2018, compared to permitted baseline sulfur dioxide levels of under 2,100 tons per year. The court found that DTE Energy Company, DTE Energy Resources LLC, and DTE Energy Services Inc. were all liable as operators of the EES Coke facility. Turning to civil penalty, the court found that a penalty of $100 million was appropriate for the primary claim.
Source:Daily Nation
February 18, 2026 11:28 UTC
Kid Rock films shirtless workout with RFK Jr
Kid Rock films shirtless workout with RFK Jr - but viewers are completely distractedKid Rock and Robert F Kennedy Jr have been mercilessly mocked as they filmed a new workout video to promote Make America Healthy Again, with the clip being shared on XView 4 Images Kid Rock teamed up with Robert F Kennedy Jr (Image: @X)Kid Rock teamed up with Robert F Kennedy Jr to film a workout video to promote the Make America Healthy Again initiative, but viewers were left with questions. Article continues belowThe video ended with Kid Rock and RFK Jr drinking whole milk while soaking in a hot tub. View 4 Images RFK Jr even wore jeans when going for a dip (Image: @X)A third critic slammed. As well as lifting weights, the workout video also showed Kid Rock and RFK Jr having a cold dip and taking it in turns to do push ups in the sauna. Kid Rock has also been seen smoking cigars and he's been linked to premium brands, such as the Cohiba Robustos.
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 11:28 UTC
Amapiano takes over: Kammu Dee and Malemon set to perform at Pirates vs Sundowns showdown
Kammu Dee and Malemon are set to bring amapiano energy to tonight’s clash between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium. Image: InstagramAmapiano takes centre stage tonight as Orlando Pirates host Mamelodi Sundowns at FNB Stadium. Sundowns follow in second place with 32 points, although the Brazilians have played one game less in some tracking records. Amapiano artists Kammu Dee and Malemon have been announced as part of the entertainment. Dee will headline the pre-match show, while Malemon is set to perform at halftime.
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 10:39 UTC
Cheers as man, woman rescued from car carried by floods in Ruai
A man and a woman were rescued on Tuesday evening after their vehicle was swept away by raging flood waters in an area said to be Ruai, Nairobi, following heavy rains that pounded the city and its environs. The vehicle is seen drifting as flood waters push it downstream, with onlookers screaming in shock and urging the rescuers on. The rescuers struggle to pull the two occupants through the car window as the vehicle continues to move with the force of the water. The rescuers eventually manage to pull the man and woman out through the window and guide them to safer ground. We all know what happens to Nairobi City when it rains, and my instructions to both the Ministry of Infrastructure and Roads and Housing are that we do not want a flooded city this year,” the President said.
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 10:26 UTC
State probes Russian man who secretly filmed women
[File Courtesy]The government has found itself in an unenviable position as it navigates a complex diplomatic matter involving a Russian man accused of sexually exploiting several women during a visit to Kenya and sharing their secretly recorded videos. According to Russian law, the government is prohibited from handing over citizens to another state. Instead, Kenya and Ghana may consider relaying any evidence from their investigations to the Russian authorities to initiate a court process back home. The scandal comes amid concerns of increased Russian activities throughout the continent, especially the recruitment of young African men to work as mercenaries for the Russian army against neighbouring Ukraine. Additionally, Kenyans have become among the most sought-after Africans for staffing Chinese-run scam centres in Myanmar near its border with Thailand.
Source:Standard Digital
February 18, 2026 09:00 UTC
Yaytseslav: Another Kenyan Lady Seen with Viral Russian Man Addresses Her HIV Status
Another Kenyan woman who was spotted with the viral Russian man, Yaytseslav Truhov, has spoken out about her encounter with him. Kalekye, 19, who was seen in one of the clips with Yaytseslav, has now broken her silence. Source: FacebookKenyan lady addresses HIV rumoursThe 19-year-old also addressed online claims regarding the HIV status of women linked to Yaytseslav's viral videos. Watch the video below:Does Serina’s husband want a divorce over the viral video? In another story, a real estate agent named Serina, who went viral after being spotted with Yaytseslav, insisted that her appearance in the video had been misrepresented.
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 08:42 UTC
Peru's president impeached four months into term
"We ask to end this agony so we can truly create the transition citizens are hoping for," she said, according to Reuters. "Not a transition with hidden interests, influence-peddling, secret meetings and hooded figures. We don't want that sort of transition."
Source:The Star
February 18, 2026 08:33 UTC