Midnight Hammer 2.0: Inside the High-Tech Arsenal Aimed at Tehran
America and Iran are in a dangerous staring match, and it could explode into violence at any moment. But here's what's fascinating: if America decides to strike, they probably won't send a single pilot into Iranian airspace. American warships and submarines can fire these from the Arabian Sea, more than 1,600 kilometers away from Iran. During Midnight Hammer, Tomahawks destroyed the Isfahan nuclear site because even the biggest bombs couldn't reach it underground. They're also experts at "GPS spoofing"—sending fake GPS signals to confuse American missiles and make them crash in deserts.
Source:News 24
January 16, 2026 02:07 UTC
NTV Kenya: EAC deploys 61 election observers to Uganda
EAC deploys 61 election observers to UgandaThe East African Community (EAC) has deployed 61 election observers to monitor Uganda’s general election. The observers are part of the EAC Election Observation Mission (EOM) and were deployed following an invitation by the Ugandan government, in line with a directive of the EAC Council of Ministers requiring the bloc to observe elections in all partner states. “The EAC observers will be deployed across selected regions of the Republic of Uganda and will engage with key electoral stakeholders, including the Electoral Commission, political parties and candidates, civil society organisations, the media and security agencies,” Ms Mukabagwiza said. She cautioned the observers against interfering in the electoral process, stressing that their role is strictly observational. EAC Secretary General Veronica Nduva reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to promoting credible election results.
Source:Daily Nation
January 15, 2026 22:41 UTC
NTV Kenya: Ugandans turn to Bitchat messaging app amid internet crackdown
Ugandans turn to Bitchat messaging app amid internet crackdownA little-known offline messaging app launched by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has emerged as a key lifeline for Ugandans cut off from the internet ahead of a contentious election that could extend President Yoweri Museveni’s four-decade rule. Bitchat has surged to the top of Apple and Google app stores in the African country after clocking more than 28,000 downloads this year, according to research firm Apptopia. That marks a nearly fourfold increase over the previous two months combined. The Uganda Communications Commission ordered mobile service providers to shut down public internet connections from 6 p.m. (1500 GMT) on Tuesday in order to curb “misinformation, disinformation, electoral fraud and related risks”, according to a letter seen by Reuters. The 81-year-old Museveni, who came to power in 1986 after leading a five-year rebellion, is Africa’s third-longest ruling head of state.
Source:Daily Nation
January 15, 2026 22:11 UTC
First-Ever Coke Studio Bharat LIVE Debuts Across Delhi And Guwahati.
The response across both cities reflected how strongly Coke Studio Bharat continues to resonate when experienced collectively.”Delhi: Where the Live Journey BeganThe live journey opened in New Delhi, hosted at NSIC Grounds, Okhla, where Coke Studio Bharat LIVE made its first public, on-ground debut. The Delhi edition also delivered a powerful show climax as Shreya Ghoshal brought together Rashmeet Kaur, Aditya Rikhari, Divyam and Khwaab for a medley of iconic Coke Studio Bharat tracks. Guwahati: Spotlighting the Northeast’s Musical VoiceFrom the capital, the journey moved to Guwahati, where Coke Studio Bharat LIVE took on a powerful regional expression, placing the spotlight firmly on voices from the Northeast. Complementing the sports and music experience, Coke Studio Bharat LIVE featured a thoughtfully curated, multi-cuisine food spread with meals-and-Coke pairings turning the venue into a complete cultural and social experience. Commitment to Responsible CelebrationsCoca-Cola India brought its #MaidaanSaaf initiative to the Coke Studio Bharat LIVE.
Source:The Star
January 15, 2026 21:13 UTC
Dj Astroid Hypekid: MCs, DJs Demand Justice after Entertainer’s Death in Club Altercation
Dj Astroid Hypekid passed away after allegedly being involved in an altercation at a nightclub. Photo: DJ Astroid. Dj Astroid Hypekid was buried at his rural home in Meru. Photo: DJ Astroid Hypekid. In another tragic story, coast-based entertainer DJ Kenya Ken also passed away after being involved in a road accident.
Source:The Star
January 15, 2026 21:05 UTC
White House: ‘President Trump, his team closely monitoring Iran situation’
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Thursday asserted that the US President Donald Trump and his team were "closely monitoring the situation in Iran." Addressing a press briefing, White House Press Secretary said, "all options remain on the table for the President"'President and his team are closely monitoring'"The President and his team have communicated to the Iranian regime that if the killing continues, there will be grave consequences. The President understands today that 800 executions that were scheduled and supposed to take place yesterday were halted. The President and his team are closely monitoring this situation, and all options remain on the table for the President," the White House Press Secretary said. Iran unrest continuesThis development comes amid ongoing protests in Iran over rising living costs, with authorities imposing internet restrictions.
Source:News 24
January 15, 2026 21:04 UTC
Lenana School accused of turning away disabled learners
Lenana School accused of turning away disabled learners 15th January, 2026Lenana School is at the centre of a national outcry after allegedly turning away learners with disabilities on reporting day, sparking renewed debate on inclusive education in Kenya.As questions mount over access and capacity in Kenyan schools, scenes of relief and joy have also emerged elsewhere as affected learners seek placement
Source:Standard Digital
January 15, 2026 20:28 UTC
Nairobi Tout Balancing Fatherhood and TukTuk Hustle Captures Hearts at Marikiti Market
Many were awed by the striking ease with which the man balanced hustle and parenting. Marikiti tout's fatherhood momentBunny told TUKO.co.ke that the man did not lose rhythm despite the tiny passenger resting against him in a kangaroo-style carrier. “I noticed that people were not paying attention to him… it’s like they are used to him at that stage. For now, the touching moment has sparked admiration, conversations about modern fatherhood, and reflections on resilience in the face of hardship. Lilian Chebet:"This man deserves all the support, raising a child and hustling for a living is not easy at all!"
Source:Daily Nation
January 15, 2026 20:14 UTC
Kimani Wamatangi's long fight with the national government, MPs
Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi inspects the damage after bulldozers brought down his car yard near Nyayo stadium, January 14, 2026. /DOUGLAS OKIDDYKiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has had a history of clashes with the national government from the time he came into office. The Governor and MPs from the region allied to President William Ruto have had several public spats, some even in the presence of the President.
Source:The Star
January 15, 2026 20:13 UTC
UP: Man arrested for repeatedly raping woman, posting videos on Facebook
The Uttar Pradesh police on Thursday arrested a man for allegedly raping a 29-year-old woman repeatedly and posted her obscene videos on Facebook. The accused also threatened the woman's family to implicate in a false case. The victim claimed that the accused allegedly threatened her family to implicate in false case and raped her repeatedly. Police said the accused also recorded the video of the victim and posted it on Facebook. Ballia SP Omvir Singh said the accused was arrested and he was sent to judicial custody.
Source:News 24
January 15, 2026 20:03 UTC
Teresia Wairimu: Reverend Claims God Warned Her About Premature Deaths, Urges Kenyans to Pray
Reverend Teresia Wairimu said she received a vision from God. Photo: Teresia Wairimu. What warning did Reverend Teresia Wairimu send to Kenya? That is something I seriously want us to take before God in prayer.”Aside from the premature deaths, Wairimu prophesied that Kenya would experience famine in 2026. Let's guard our national treasures.”What did Kenyans say about Reverend Teresia Wairimu's arnings?
Source:Daily Nation
January 15, 2026 19:53 UTC
Coke Studio Bharat Turns City Into a Live Concert as Indie Music Blends With Folk Roots
Guwahati: It was a dazzling evening when Guwahati didn’t just host a concert — it became one. Singing in Assamese, Konwar blended folk traditions with modern arrangements, triggering one of the loudest responses of the night. “It was special to see artists from different parts of the country perform on one stage in Guwahati. The energy stayed high till the very end.”As the final notes faded, Guwahati was left with more than memories of a concert. It was a cultural confluence — a night where folk met indie, nostalgia met modernity, and the banks of the Brahmaputra echoed with the rhythm of a nation’s diverse soundscape.
Source:Daily Nation
January 15, 2026 19:31 UTC
Eto'o handed ban and fine for misconduct at Afcon
Caf said Eto'o violated its principles of sportsmanship during Cameroon - Morocco quarter-final. Former Cameroon star Samuel Eto'o has been handed a four-match ban and fined $20,000 (£14,960) after being found guilty of misconduct by a Confederation of African Football (Caf) disciplinary panel. A Caf statement said that Eto'o, now president of his nation's football federation (Fecafoot), had violated its principles of sportsmanship during the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final between Cameroon and Morocco. Fecafoot then expressed support for its president in a statement on Wednesday, while suggesting Eto'o would appeal against the sanction. He has faced accusations of improper conduct and poor management, with some football stakeholders also complaining of grave irregularities within Fecafoot.
Source:The Star
January 15, 2026 17:53 UTC
Backstage sex, torrid affairs & doomed engagement… inside Freddie Mercury’s wild love life & anguish over love child
The bombshell claims that Freddie fathered a child after a fling with a friend’s wife came to light last summer in a book, “Love, Freddie,” written by Lesley-Ann Jones. However, she had long suspected that Freddie’s inclinations lay elsewhere, and they were still together when he started seeing men. After this, Freddie, who was by now a massive star, began to host extravagant sex parties filled with male groupies wearing only women’s hats to cover their modesty. Queen were supposed to be catching a plane, and Freddie would be like, ‘Oh f***, another line, dear?’“His appetites were unquenchable. “He cherished me like a treasured possession.”Last loveLater in his life, Freddie also struck up a long-term relationship with a hairdresser, Jim Hutton.
Source:The Star
January 15, 2026 17:34 UTC
Fingerprints not found! Machine fails Museveni during Uganda polls
I put my left fingerprints, it did not accept it,” Museveni told journalists after the incident. The malfunction has amplified concerns over the reliability of Uganda’s biometric voting systems, which experienced widespread delays and technical glitches, prompting authorities in several polling stations to revert to manual voting. The polls began early morning, where the BBC observed growing frustration among voters queuing at some polling stations in the capital, Kampala, where voting had yet to start. Speaking to journalists on Thursday, as published by the BBC, electoral chief Simon Byabakama ordered the use of the national voters' register where biometric machines failed to function. "Polling stations will remain open until all registered voters in the queue by 4 pm have cast their votes," Byabakama stated.
Source:The Star
January 15, 2026 17:24 UTC