Following unanimous approval from the NBA Board of Governors, Mark Walter has finalized his acquisition of a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. “The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most iconic franchises in all of sports, defined by a history of excellence and the relentless pursuit of greatness,” Walter said. “Few teams carry the legacy and global influence of the Lakers, and it’s a privilege to work alongside Jeanie Buss as we maintain that excellence and set the standard for success in this new era, both on and off the court.” Jeanie Buss will remain Governor of…
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Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo urged Kenyans to adhere to the law when holding demonstrations. This came amid reports of tension and disruptions at the Namanga border following protests in neighbouring Tanzania. On Thursday, Dr. Omollo said Kenya has clear laws governing public demonstrations and appealed for calm as security agencies continue to monitor the situation along the border. “As a country, we have laws and regulations that guide the conduct of public demonstrations and protests. My appeal is that anyone who might want to or be engaged in any kind of protests or demonstrations, let’s do what the…
A group of doctors from Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Hospital in Kerala, India, arrived in Kenya to pay their final respects to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Hospital is the facility Raila was before he died on October 15, 2025. Accompanied by Raila’s daughter Rosemary Odinga, the doctors were received in Mombasa by Governor Abdulswamad Sherrif Nassir, who also serves as the ODM Deputy Party Leader. “They are in Kenya to pay their final respects to a man whose life and legacy transcended borders. The global outpouring of love for Baba is a reflection of his extraordinary journey;…
Walk into any office, physical or virtual, and you’ll notice that identity isn’t just communicated through titles or performance. It’s reflected in how people present themselves, how teams brand their materials, and even in the smallest design decisions. From email signatures to staff ID cards, visual details quietly shape how colleagues and clients perceive professionalism, reliability, and confidence. Even small touches can make a difference. Something as subtle as choosing what font is used on ID cards or aligning your digital and physical branding can speak volumes about your attention to detail. These aren’t superficial choices, they’re signals that tell…
Microsoft was hit with outages in its Azure cloud and 365 services on Wednesday, hours before the company’s scheduled earnings release. Users reported problems on social media accessing their sites and services running on Microsoft’s products, and the company’s website was inaccessible. The problems began around 11:40 a.m. ET, according to Downdetector, which relies on user reports. Microsoft didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment, but the company acknowledged the issues on its Azure and 365 support accounts on X. “We’re investigating an issue impacting Azure Front Door services,” the Azure support account said. “Customers may experience intermittent request…
The US and South Korea have reached a broad trade deal, both countries have said following talks between their leaders. South Korea’s presidential aide, Kim Yong-beom, said the two sides will reduce reciprocal tariffs from 25% to 15%, as was agreed earlier this year. South Korea will also invest $350bn in the US, including $200bn in cash investment and $150bn in shipbuilding, Kim said. US President Donald Trump, who is currently on a week-long trip in Asia, said the deal was “pretty much finalised” at a dinner following the discussions, which lasted almost two hours. He did not give further…
At least 132 people were killed during a deadly police raid in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, the state public defender’s office said. The number of dead was more than double that which state officials had cited after the police operation in the favelas (poor neighbourhoods) of Alemão and Penha, in the north of Rio. The public defender’s office, which provides legal assistance to the poor, made the new death toll public after grieving residents had laid out the bodies of at least 70 people in a square early on Wednesday. The police raid was the…
Police in Tanzania’s main city Dar es Salaam have fired tear gas to disperse opposition supporters protesting against the general election taking place in the East African state. The election is expected to be a shoo-in for President Samia Suluhu and her ruling party, as the main opposition leader is in in jail on treason charges, which he denies, and his party has boycotted the vote. Several people have been injured in the confrontation after groups of protesters gathered along major highways to demand electoral reforms, and free political activity. Protesters lit fires on roads, vandalised buses, and caused extensive…
Detectives arrested two key suspects believed to be part of a four-member gang that has been terrorizing motorists and truck drivers along the busy Thika–Nyeri and Thika–Embu highways. The arrests follow a coordinated operation by detectives drawn from the Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau, the Operations Assist Team, and DCI Gatanga after a series of violent robberies targeting goods’ transporters. The operation was launched in response to two similar robbery cases reported at Kutus and Wanguru Police Stations, where drivers were ambushed by men posing as police officers. The gang, often dressed in jungle fatigues and reflector jackets, flagged down…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the makers of Tylenol, claiming the companies hid alleged dangers that the drug posed to children’s brain development. The lawsuit comes a month after President Donald Trump promoted an unproven link between taking Tylenol – also known as paracetamol – during pregnancy and autism in children. Paxton is suing Johnson & Johnson, which previously sold the drug, the only pain reliever recommended for pregnant women, and Kenvue, which now manufacturers it. In a statement, he said they “betrayed America by profiting off of pain and pushing pills regardless of the risks.” Kenvue says…
US forces have killed 14 people in strikes on four alleged drug boats in the Pacific, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says. He said one survivor was rescued by Mexican search and rescue personnel. It is the latest in a series of attacks on boats the US says have been carrying drugs in both the Pacific and Caribbean. The latest strikes in the eastern Pacific, which Hegseth said happened on Monday at the direction of President Donald Trump, mark an escalation in what it says is a campaign to target drug traffickers. The strikes have drawn condemnation in the region and…
A very powerful hurricane is creeping towards Jamaica and is expected to be the strongest storm to hit the Caribbean island in modern history. Hurricane Melissa, now a Category 5 storm, is approaching the island’s southern coast with maximum sustained winds of 295km/h (185mph) – the strongest on Earth so far this year. Those speeds are above those of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, one of the worst storms in US history. For a nation already living on the front lines of a changing climate, the threat is grave. So will the country withstand its impact? How did the hurricane form?…
The 11 victims who died after their plane crashed in Tsimba area, Kwale County were identified as authorities embarked on an investigation into the tragedy. The accident happened Tuesday morning. The pilot was identified as Geoffrey Mutai. He was an experienced pilot who had operated in hard areas like Somalia. Experts said the pilot turned right on take off from Ukunda, which was a mistake. “He should have done a left turn into the sea and that would have cleared the terrain. The plane was on full power and the impact shows it hit the hill and burst into flames,”…
The African e-commerce landscape is evolving rapidly, fueled by a surge of mobile users and increasing internet access. As businesses strive to capture this growing market, innovative solutions are becoming essential. Enter simple apps that can revolutionize your Shopify sales strategy. Imagine doubling your revenue with seamless integrations and user-friendly features tailored for the unique needs of African consumers. In this blog post, we’ll explore how Kaching Appz’s bundling solution can enhance your online store and maximize sales potential like never before. Let’s dive into the future of e-commerce! The Future of African E-Commerce: How Simple Apps Can Double…
President William Ruto lifted the ban on logging to allow for the harvesting of mature trees only in forests countrywide. He noted that there is need to utilise mature timber for commercial purposes rather than letting it rot in the forest. During a public engagement at the Molo Technical and Vocational College in Elburgon, Molo Constituency in Nakuru County, on Monday, President Ruto said: “We shall reopen the timber factories here in Elburgon. I have told my Minister of Trade, Mr Lee Kinyanjui, that importing furniture from China must end. We will use our wood to make furniture.” He added…