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Met issues heavy rainfall advisory in Nairobi within next 24hrs
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Nairobi and surrounding counties. In a weather update issued on Thursday, the department said the rainfall would affect sections of the Nairobi metropolitan area. On Wednesday, Kenya Met cautioned fishermen and the coastal communities to be alert while undertaking their activities along the Kenyan Coast. According to the Met department, Kenya’s coastal waters are expected to experience generally slight to moderate sea conditions over the next week. “Marine users should continue monitoring forecasts and exercise caution when planning activities, especially small-scale operators,” Kenya Met said.
Source:The Star
March 13, 2026 11:57 UTC
Kenya's meat exports disrupted by Middle East war
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Source:Standard Digital
March 13, 2026 10:19 UTC
Who Is Shielding Kenya's Hired Goons?
Who Is Shielding Kenya's Hired Goons? 13th March, 2026In recent months, Kenya has witnessed disturbing scenes of hired goons terrorizing citizens in churches, political rallies, and during eviction operations. The incidents have raised serious questions about who is financing and coordinating the groups — and why security agencies appear unable to stop them. In some cases, the attackers have allegedly operated alongside security officers, prompting growing public concern over whether powerful individuals are shielding them and undermining law enforcement efforts.
Source:Standard Digital
March 13, 2026 09:40 UTC
US military plane crashes in Iraq
An US aircraft has crashed in Iraq, the American military has confirmed. A military KC-135 refuelling plane went down after an "incident" involving two aircraft, with "hostile fire or friendly fire" not involved. US Central Command says "rescue efforts are ongoing" in western Iraq - what the military describes as "friendly airspace". We do not know what brought down this KC-135 refuelling aircraft but one possibility is a mid-air collision. US Central Command said this happened over Iraq but we don't know how far it was from neighbouring Iran.
Source:The Star
March 13, 2026 08:19 UTC
Molly Ringwald's net worth: How the Breakfast Club star built her fortune
Molly Ringwald’s net worth is estimated to be $11 million. Photo: Michael Loccisano/Taylor Hill (Modified by author)Source: Getty ImagesKey takeawaysMolly Ringwald’s net worth is around $11 million. Hello Magazine and Parade report that Molly Ringwald's net worth is $11 million. FAQs about Molly RingwaldWhat is Molly Ringwald's income per month? Final wordMolly Ringwald’s net worth and successful career demonstrate how longevity and adaptability can lead to lasting financial success.
Source:The Star
March 13, 2026 07:12 UTC
Iran or Saudi Arabia? Shahbaz Sharif caught in Middle Eastern conflict, Pakistan faces moral dilemma
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for a short official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday. He added that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is accompanying the Prime Minister. Second High-Level Visit to Saudi ArabiaThis is the second high-level visit to Saudi Arabia in recent days. Earlier, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir visited Saudi Arabia on March 7 and met Saudi Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman Al Saud. Officials said the visits are part of ongoing coordination between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on regional peace and security issues.
Source:News 24
March 13, 2026 02:27 UTC
Diet Coke Nails Are Trending—Here’s My Spring-Ready Take
When my boss (hi, Hannah Baxter) Slacked me asking if I’d heard of “Diet Coke nails,” I legitimately laughed. Not great, I know; some people say Diet Coke is basically Gen Z’s “lunchtime cigarette.”Naturally, the Internet has turned the caffeinated obsession into a manicure. Instead, the trend got me thinking in a different direction: If Diet Coke were translated into something lighter and a little more wearable, I’d be more likely to style it. Maybe Diet Coke nails weren't originally meant to be subtle, but they’re surprisingly good inspiration. The Fizzy BrownIG @stephanieyianni_ (Image credit: IG @stephanieyianni_)Most Diet Coke manicures lean into the literal soda shade, and honestly, it works when done right.
Source:The Star
March 13, 2026 00:35 UTC
How political and institutional leadership influences corruption levels
Political and institutional leadership plays a decisive role in determining whether corruption flourishes or declines, the chairperson of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission David Oginde has said. Oginde said the ethical tone of a nation is largely shaped by those entrusted with leadership positions in government and public institutions. When leaders tolerate corruption, corruption multiplies. He emphasised that strong institutions and ethical leadership are essential to restoring confidence in public systems and ensuring resources meant for development benefit citizens. The forum brought together students, faculty and governance stakeholders to discuss integrity, accountability and the role of young leaders in strengthening ethical leadership in Kenya.
Source:Daily Nation
March 12, 2026 23:22 UTC
Why power blackouts are the new normal in Kenya
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Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 23:20 UTC
Ringleader in Delaware County coke trafficking scheme gets 5-12 years
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Source:Daily Nation
March 12, 2026 23:02 UTC
JSC should set up a threshold for incompetence of judges
The doctrine invoked in quiet defence is judicial independence. Recently, however, a rising number of complaints against judges have met a familiar fate before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). If the same reasoning were applied to judges, a complaint grounded in incompetence would require a series of defective decisions rather than an isolated one. The challenge, therefore, is not whether judicial decisions may be examined, but how they should be examined. Where judges repeatedly produce decisions unintelligible to law itself, the problem ceases to be jurisprudential and becomes constitutional and urgent.
Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 22:41 UTC
Gangsters on the loose as police look away, some aid the goons
Former PS Irungu Nyakera addresses journalists after goons attacked his Fairways Hotel in Kisumu, on March 11, 2026. [Clinton Ambujo, Standard]The country is slowly sliding into anarchy as the rule of law is relegated to the background, with former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju and former Principal Secretary Irungu Nyakera becoming the latest high-profile victims of goon attacks. From being sponsored to disrupt political rallies, the goons are now on standby for settling business disputes, as witnessed at the properties of Tuju and Nyakera on Wednesday, begging the question: Who is the force behind these hoodlums?
Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 22:03 UTC
Ibadan: Drivers, commuters seek FG intervention over petrol price hike
Commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators in Ibadan have urged the federal government to help proffer solutions to the biting effects of the hike in petrol prices. In Ibadan, a litre of petrol, which used to be N840, recently jumped to between N1,130 and N1,300 as of Thursday. A tricycle driver, Peter Adewale, said the hike has caused hardship for commuters and commercial operators alike. “As drivers, we do not know how to work with the current price of petrol without leading to a shortage. A government worker, Simeon Andrew, confirmed that the petrol price hike has eaten into his pocket, as he now has to pay more to and from his office.
Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 21:11 UTC
Lola Young speaks out for the first time after collapsing and being 'carried off stage' as she reveals her addiction almost killed her
Lola Young has spoken out for the first time after collapsing and being 'carried off stage' during a festival in New York last year. The Messy hitmaker revealed that her addiction was behind the frightening moment at All Things Go Music Festival at Forest Hills stadium last September. Lola collapsed while singing Conceited and was carried off stage by the tech team. Speaking about the criticism she faced, Lola told Rolling Stone: 'There was a bunch of hate, but you know what? Lola revealed in 2022 that she had been diagnosed at the age of 17 with schizoaffective disorder.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 20:41 UTC
Heavy rains to hit Nairobi over the next 24 hours - weatherman
In a forecast released Thursday, March 12, Kenya Met said the rainfall will affect several areas, including Nairobi County, starting from 9:00 pm. “Moderate to heavy rainfall expected in parts of Nairobi and surrounding counties over the next 24 hours (09:00 today – 09:00 tomorrow),” the department stated. In Kakamega, Kisumu, Bungoma, Kisii, Migori, Homa Bay, and Nakuru counties, thunderstorms are expected tonight, followed by morning rains and additional showers in the afternoon. Marsabit, Garissa, Mandera, Wajir, and Isiolo counties will see morning rains, with sunny intervals in the afternoon. Along the coast, light showers will affect the South Coast tonight, followed by morning and afternoon showers.
Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 20:12 UTC