Two construction workers died while a third remains hospitalised in critical condition following a suspected suffocation incident at a building site in Nairobi. The incident occurred on April 8, 2026, at around 12:30 p.m. along Ndoto Road in Dagoretti Sub-county, Lavington. According to police, the three men had been tasked with cleaning an underground water tank when they reportedly lost consciousness while inside. Their colleagues quickly responded and managed to pull them out before rushing them to St. Emmaculate Mission Hospital. However, two of the workers—identified as Paul Muthondu Mueni, 32, and John Muthoka, 28—were pronounced dead on arrival at…
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A Los Angeles woman dubbed the “Ketamine Queen” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling drugs that led to the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry. Jasveen Sangha, 42, pleaded guilty last September to five charges, including one count of distributing ketamine resulting in death or bodily injury. Prosecutors described the American-British dual-national’s home as a “drug-selling emporium” that funded a lavish lifestyle. Perry, who had struggled with addiction for years, was found dead in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home in October 2023. Investigators determined his death was caused by the acute effects of…
Sir Keir Starmer has said there is “a lot of work to do” to make the two-week ceasefire between Iran and the US hold and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The prime minister arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday as he visits Gulf allies to discuss diplomatic efforts to support and uphold the agreement. He said fully reopening the vital shipping route to restore oil and gas supplies would help “stabilise” prices in the UK. The ceasefire comes after US President Donald Trump threatened “a whole civilisation will die” if Iran did not agree to end the war and…
Ships in the Gulf have received a warning from Iran’s navy that any vessels seeking to cross the Strait of Hormuz without permission “will be targeted and destroyed”, the shipping brokerage firm SSY has confirmed to BBC Verify. A two-week ceasefire was agreed on Tuesday evening on the condition that “safe passage” through the narrow waterway is guaranteed – but only a few vessels have since crossed. The strait has become a focal point of the US-Israel war with Iran after Tehran effectively choked off one of the world’s most important shipping lanes, carrying about a fifth of the world’s…
Pam Bondi will not testify about the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein to a congressional committee next week because she is no longer the US attorney general, the justice department says. The justice department told the House Oversight Committee that Bondi will not appear at the 14 April deposition as she was “subpoenaed in her capacity as Attorney General,” a committee spokesperson confirmed to the BBC. Bondi was removed from her role as America’s top law enforcement officer by President Donald Trump last week. Some members on the committee say they will push for Bondi to answer questions at a later…
At least three people were Wednesday killed as six others were rescued following the collapse of a building in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi County. The building was under construction. Authorities led by the police and Kenya Red Cross confirmed that the collapsed building in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi, was under construction at the time of the incident. Nairobi police boss Issa Mohamud said the rescued were admitted in hospital. He added they were investigating the incident. “We lost three people in the tragedy. The injured were admitted in hospitals,” said Mohamud. Response teams have recovered three…
A trip to Singapore is a feast for the senses. The aroma of chilli crab fills the air, the vibrant colours of Chinatown demand attention, and the impressive skyline is a sight to behold. In the midst of all this excitement, the last thing a traveler wants is a problem with their phone connection. For years, the routine was the same. Visitors would land at Changi Airport and begin the search for a local SIM card. They would wait in queues, fumble with tiny cards, and attempt to keep their original SIM safe. This entire process is now a relic…
In an increasingly competitive and visually driven marketplace, businesses are constantly searching for ways to stand out and connect with their audience. One of the most effective solutions available today is the led video wall. More than just a display, it represents a long-term investment that combines technology, flexibility, and high-impact communication. Understanding why this solution is considered a smart investment can help businesses make more informed decisions. High Visual Impact That Drives Attention One of the main reasons businesses invest in LED video walls is their ability to capture attention instantly. In environments where customers are exposed to multiple…
A 47-year-old woman died after collapsing while travelling in a passenger vehicle along the Makutano–Embu road in Mwea Sub-county, Embu County. According to police at Makutano Police Station, the incident occurred on Tuesday morning at around 7:30am when the woman, identified as Joyce Wanjiru Njuraita, boarded the vehicle at Makutano stage heading to Ngurubani. Police said that shortly after the journey began, she suddenly collapsed in her seat, prompting the driver and fellow passengers to attempt first aid in a bid to save her life. Her condition, however, deteriorated rapidly, forcing those on board to rush her to Zetic Hospital,…
A 24-year-old man was brutally stabbed to death in Siyu, Lamu East Sub-County, in an incident believed to be linked to a long-standing revenge dispute, police have confirmed. The attack occurred on Tuesday morning in Ishakani Village when the suspect, allegedly stabbed the victim, Swabir Hassan Omar, in the chest. According to a witness, the suspect was also armed with a panga and attempted to further attack the victim before fleeing towards the ocean shore. Swabir collapsed at the scene and was rushed to Siyu Dispensary, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. The killing triggered immediate retaliation from enraged…
Detectives are focusing on members of a committee that raised an alarm of a potential fuel shortage in the country that prompted the importation of the product in a huff hence causing panic. Officials said the members of the Vessel Alignment Committees (VAC) are the ones on focus in the probe for now. The officials handling the saga said the technical committee members have to take responsibility for the issue for now. “Blaming Cabinet Secretaries in the line ministries is political. We understand the committee members had a key role and it is the reason we are focused on them…
Police in the Bahamas are searching for an American woman who disappeared after reportedly falling overboard from a small boat while on a holiday with her husband. Her husband told authorities that she went missing on Saturday at about 19:30 local time (00:30 BST) after falling out of an 8ft (2.4m) hard-bottom dinghy and being swept out to sea by strong currents. The woman’s husband told police that he and his wife left Hope Town for Elbow Cay on the Bahamian island of Abaco on Saturday evening when she fell overboard, taking the boat’s keys with her. In a statement…
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked the green cards of two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani, as the Trump administration ramps up its military pressure on Tehran. Rubio said in a statement that he determined Hamideh Soleimani Afshar — identified as the former commander’s niece — to be an outspoken supporter of the Iranian “terrorist regime.” She, along with her daughter, was arrested and taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody on Friday, according to the State Department. “While living in the United States, she promoted Iranian regime propaganda, celebrated attacks against American soldiers and military…
A stray camel was shot dead following a security scare at a military-guarded construction site in Rhamu, Mandera North Sub-county. A sentry personnel from the Kenya Defence Forces used a submachine gun to kill the camel that ‘ignored’ a stop order. Police and military said the incident occurred on the night of April 3, 2026, at around 11:15 p.m. but was formally reported the following morning at 10:15 a.m. by the officer in charge of a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) platoon stationed at a Chinese construction site in Towfiq area. Officials said a sentry manning a post within the camp…
Three assailants opened fire at police outside a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, sparking a gunfight that left one attacker dead, Turkish officials said. The two other assailants were wounded and captured. Two police officers sustained slight injuries in the clash, Istanbul Gov. Davut Gul told reporters. The assailants were carrying long-barreled weapons. Interior Minister Mustafa Cifti wrote on X that the attackers had traveled from the city of Izmit, some 100 kilometers (60 miles) east of Istanbul, in a rented car. One of the assailants was linked to a group he described as “exploiting religion,”…