The Financial Action Task Force, FATF, international crime watchdog on Friday added Kenya and Namibia to its ‘grey list’ of countries that need increased monitoring, due to inadequate curbs against money laundering and terrorism financing. “At this Plenary, the FATF added Kenya and Namibia to the list of jurisdictions subject to increased monitoring,” the finance watchdog said in a statement. Kenya’s Treasury had already said earlier on Friday that it had been put on the ‘grey list’. It said it was fully committed to implementing the FATF’s action plan and that the move would only have ‘minimal effects’ on the…
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Israeli military operations in central Gaza have reportedly resulted in the tragic loss of at least 40 Palestinian lives, according to local authorities. The government media office in Gaza has urgently called on the international community to intervene and halt what they describe as a “war of extermination” targeting civilians. Amidst these alarming events, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) has declared a “breaking point” due to frozen funds from Western donors. The agency highlights the unprecedented humanitarian needs in Gaza, with concerns rising over the delivery of essential aid. Gaza’s Health Ministry has reported…
Google has temporarily halted the image generation feature of its Gemini AI model following criticism over its failure to accurately represent images of white individuals. The decision came after users shared images created by Gemini predominantly featuring people of color, even in historical scenes involving only white individuals. The tech giant acknowledged the issue, stating that while Gemini’s AI typically generates a diverse range of people, it has fallen short in this specific aspect. In response to the backlash, Google announced on Thursday that it is actively working to address the concerns and will temporarily pause the generation of images…
Catalonia’s top court has convicted former Brazilian football star Dani Alves of sexual assault against a woman in a Barcelona nightclub in 2022 in a recent legal development,. The court sentenced Alves to 4½ years in prison and ordered him to pay 150,000 euros ($162,990) to the victim. The court emphasized that the victim did not give her consent, and various evidence, including her testimony, supported the conclusion of sexual assault. Despite Alves claiming consensual relations, the court’s statement highlighted incidents such as a knee injury the victim suffered after being pushed by Alves and their subsequent behavior, reinforcing the…
Napoli and Barcelona clashed in a tense 1-1 draw during the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, with Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen securing the equalizer. https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1760425706033725644 In a match that saw Barcelona dominate the first half, Poland’s Robert Lewandowski put Barca ahead in the 60th minute, only for Osimhen to level the score 15 minutes later with a skillful swiveling strike. Barcelona, currently struggling in LaLiga, expressed disappointment in the result, with manager Xavi Hernandez noting, “It is not a good result for the return leg.” Despite their dominance in various aspects of the game, Barcelona failed to capitalize…
FC Porto secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Arsenal in their Champions League round-of-16 clash, thanks to Galeno’s superb last-minute goal at Estadio Do Dragao. The match, which remained dull until stoppage time, saw Arsenal, known for their prolific attack, surprisingly subdued and failing to register a shot on target. https://twitter.com/Arsenal/status/1760423493563224239 Galeno’s decisive goal came in the fifth minute of added time, with a perfectly curled effort that left Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya helpless. Despite solid defending from Arsenal, their lack of urgency in attack may haunt them in the second leg on March 12 in London. This marks the…
After comparing Israel’s military campaign against Hamas in Gaza to Hitler’s treatment of Jews, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday received the backing of his counterparts in Colombia and Bolivia, two fellow South American countries that have been harshly critical of the Jewish state. “In Gaza there is a genocide and thousands of children, women and elderly civilians are cowardly murdered. Lula has only spoken the truth and truth must be defended or barbarism will annihilate us,” Colombia’s Gustavo Petro wrote on X. Bolivia’s Luis Arce also took to the platform to express solidarity with Lula, who…
The United Nations Security Council has sanctioned leaders of six armed groups in a significant move addressing the escalating violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s restive northeastern region,. This decision, announced on Tuesday, includes an arms embargo, travel ban, and asset freeze on key figures associated with these groups. Robert Wood, the United States deputy permanent representative to the UN, expressed satisfaction with the decision, stating, “We are pleased that as of today, six additional armed group leaders will be designated by the UN DRC Sanctions Committee. These individuals are responsible for numerous abuses.” The sanctioned leaders belong…
Beijing-backed aerospace giant COMAC is showcasing its groundbreaking C919 jetliner at the prestigious Singapore Airshow, eyeing potential buyers for China’s inaugural homegrown passenger aircraft. Positioned as a formidable competitor to Airbus’s A320 and Boeing’s 737 MAX, the C919, with its maiden flight outside China, marks a significant milestone for the state-run company. Tibet Airlines, making headlines at the airshow, has finalized a substantial order for 40 C919 narrow-body jets, each capable of accommodating up to 192 passengers and covering distances of up to 3,500 miles (5,644km). Despite being in commercial operation within China since May, the C919 is currently restricted…
The family of Alexei Navalny, the prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who recently passed away in a Russian prison, has reportedly been informed that his body will be withheld for two weeks for “chemical analysis,” according to a spokesperson for Navalny. The Russian authorities have not confirmed the location of the body, and attempts to find it have been consistently obstructed. Yulia Navalnaya, the late opposition leader’s wife, released a video on Monday accusing President Putin of her husband’s death and alleging that the body is being retained until traces of the nerve agent Novichok, suspected to be…
Everton managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace In a crucial Monday night clash,, pulling themselves out of the Premier League relegation zone. https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1759698081237336141 The game, closely observed by Crystal Palace’s new manager Oliver Glasner, saw a goal from Amadou Onana that leveled the score. The match took an interesting turn after Jordan Ayew gave Crystal Palace a second-half lead, following the recent departure of manager Roy Hodgson. The confirmation of Oliver Glasner as the new boss added anticipation to the encounter. Also Read: Arsenal’s Dominant 5-0 Win Against Burnley Propels Them to Second Place in PL Standings Despite…
Manchester United secured a vital 2-1 win over Luton Town in a captivating Premier League clash on Sunday, thanks to Rasmus Højlund’s early brace. https://twitter.com/premierleague/status/1759283344645202401 The in-form Danish striker capitalized on a defensive lapse, breaking the deadlock just 37 seconds into the game. Højlund then extended the lead to 2-0 within seven minutes, showcasing his remarkable goal-scoring prowess. Having now scored in six consecutive Premier League games, Højlund has etched his name in history as the youngest player to achieve this feat. Post-match, he credited his teammates and coach for their unwavering support, acknowledging their belief in his abilities. Despite…
A woman accused of causing mayhem at an apartment in Dagoretti North Sub county in Nairobi was Sunday arrested for grilling. This is after a video in which she was captured threatening tenants at the apartment went viral online. The woman only identified as Njeri was detained at Muthangari Police Station after a complaint was filed against her. Her neighbors at Legacy Apartments located along Naivasha Road lodged various complaints against the woman. In one of the viral videos spread online she is captured at the basement of the apartments where she is trying to access her motor vehicle. One…
Manchester City managed to salvage a 1-1 draw against Chelsea in a closely contested Premier League match on Saturday. Rodri’s late goal rescued City from their potential first home loss in 15 months, although their 12-game winning streak across all competitions came to an end. https://twitter.com/premierleague/status/1758936774758318365 Pep Guardiola’s squad, currently third in the table with 53 points, remains unbeaten in their last nine league games. They are four points behind leaders Liverpool and two adrift of Arsenal, with a game in hand. Reflecting on the match, Rodri acknowledged City’s subpar performance in the first half and the need for better…
Arsenal showcased a dominant performance at Turf Moor on Saturday, securing a commanding 5-0 victory against Burnley and climbing to the second position in the Premier League standings. The Gunners’ relentless attack, spearheaded by Bukayo Saka’s impressive brace, maintained their pursuit of league leaders Liverpool. https://twitter.com/premierleague/status/1758899350552424587 The scoring spree began early as Martin Ødegaard netted a left-footed shot from outside the box in the fourth minute. Saka doubled the lead to 2-0 with a penalty in the 41st minute following a foul on Leandro Trossard. Saka continued his stellar performance, securing his second goal just two minutes into the second…