The US has announced new tariffs of 10-12.5% on dozens of countries accounting for almost all its imports over concerns they are not doing enough to tackle forced labour. It is the second time President Donald Trump’s administration has announced new import taxes since the US Supreme Court struck down many of his previous duties in February. The US Trade Department said these countries will face the tariffs because of their failure to address the importing of goods made with forced labour. The UK said it is tackling forced labour, China denied goods are made with forced labour, and the…
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At least 21 people were killed and many others injured after a fire tore through a multi-storey building in south Delhi, police in India’s capital say. Many of the victims were foreigners – including people from South Asian and African countries – who had travelled to India for medical treatment or to accompany relatives undergoing care, local media reported. The building in the Malviya Nagar area allegedly operated as a bed-and-breakfast catering to patients and relatives of those receiving treatment at a nearby private hospital. More than 40 people were rescued and taken to hospital. It remains unclear how many…
CBS News fired its longtime 60 Minutes anchor Scott Pelley on Tuesday evening, amid an ongoing, tumultuous shakeup of the organisation under new leadership. Pelley was told in the firing letter that he appeared to have “no interest in contributing to the future success of the show” nor collaborating with its new executive producer, Nick Bilton. Pelley’s termination came after reports of a series of recent clashes between him and Bilton, including a heated exchange on Monday during a staff meeting that Bilton accused Pelley of “hijacking”. In the letter signed by Bilton, he said Pelley was “terminated for cause…
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen arrived in New York City for a learning tour of its Police Department. New York Police Department is one of the world’s most successful urban security institutions. The visit comes ahead of the establishment of the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit, a strategic intervention to bolster security, maintain public order, combat emerging criminal threats, and ensure overall safety in the city and its satellite towns. “The New York Police Department will offer us insights into intelligence-led and community-oriented policing, technology integration, specialised urban operations, emergency response coordination, and crime prevention strategies, among other…
There was drama at the Narok Law Courts when anti-riot police fired warning shots and tear gas canisters to disperse a group of about 400 morans who allegedly attempted to forcefully free a businessman and politician facing murder charges. The suspect, David Matuke Ole Mayone, was arraigned over the alleged killing of a man in Majimoto and for reportedly opening fire on police officers during the incident. Early in the morning, dozens of Mayone’s supporters gathered outside the courthouse carrying placards demanding his release. Security was heightened, with heavily armed police officers deployed both inside and outside the court premises…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday that Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who was wounded in US-Israeli attacks and has not been seen in public since assuming office, is alive and increasingly active. “I think there are indications out there that he is increasingly engaging at some level,” Rubio told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, succeeded his father Ali Khamenei, who was killed in the first wave of US-Israeli strikes that launched the war on February 28. Rubio was testifying in front of the Senate panel as talks on ending the three-month-old war that has…
President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto will next week leave for a two-day State Visit to Finland aimed at strengthening diplomatic, trade and investment ties with Kenya. The President of the Republic of Finland, Alexander Stubb, and his spouse, Suzanne Innes-Stubb, will host their Kenyan counterparts. A program says resident Ruto will arrive in Finland on Wednesday, June 10, and will be received by his counterpart, Stubb, in a welcoming ceremony held in front of the Presidential Palace in Helsinki. After the ceremony, official discussions will take place at the Presidential Palace, focusing on the development of the…
Canada has formally requested a renewal of the North American free trade agreement with the US and Mexico, called the USMCA, as the July deadline to renegotiate the pact looms. In Tuesday’s notice of renewal, Canada-US trade minister Dominic LeBlanc requested that the deal be renewed for another 16 years, calling the agreement “highly beneficial” to all three countries. It comes as LeBlanc is in Washington for a meeting with US trade representative Jamieson Greer. Greer has concluded the latest round of formal bilateral talks with Mexico, but negotiations with Canada have lagged behind, with the two sides appearing at…
Artificial intelligence (AI) firm Anthropic has revealed its plans to go public in the US, a move which would allow people to buy and sell its shares on the stock market. The company behind chatbot Claude said on Monday it had filed paperwork with the US authorities in order to make an initial public offering (IPO) this year. Anthropic said the price and number of shares to be offered “have not yet been set”. The firm’s stock market plans, coming alongside those of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is set to show whether investor appetite matches the soaring valuations of AI companies.…
Six people were killed in the US state of Iowa after a series of shootings that appeared to stem from a domestic dispute, police said. The suspected shooter also was found dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Muscatine Police Department. The victims are believed to be family members of the suspect, identified as Ryan Willis McFarland, 52, of Muscatine, the department said. Muscatine Police Chief Anthony Kies called the shooting an “act of evil”. The shootings took place on Monday at multiple locations within the city of Muscatine. Police received a report of a shooting just after…
A new phase of the natural El Niño weather pattern could begin in a matter of weeks, the UN has warned, boosting temperatures on a planet already under strain from climate change. The World Meteorological Organization said this El Niño is likely to strengthen over the rest of 2026, driving more extreme weather around much of the globe. Several forecasts from national weather agencies suggest it could end up as one of the strongest ever recorded – a possible so-called “super” El Niño. Predicting the exact timing and strength of El Niño can be challenging, and scientists have been watching…
Two men from Mozambique were killed in South Africa’s Mossel Bay, authorities have said. In an earlier statement, the Mozambican government said five of its nationals had been killed “as a direct consequence of xenophobic attacks”. But the police in South Africa did not give a motive and an investigation is ongoing. Tensions have been rising in South Africa in recent weeks following protests calling for tougher action against illegal migration. Some African nations say it has resulted in violence against their citizens, which South African authorities have not confirmed. The deaths of the men aged 27 and 43 on…
Trust is one of the most valuable assets any online platform can possess. In the gaming industry, where users create accounts, share personal information, and spend significant amounts of time engaging with digital experiences, trust plays a crucial role in long-term success. While attractive features and engaging content may attract users initially, transparency is often what encourages them to remain loyal over time. Transparency refers to the practice of communicating openly and honestly with users. This includes providing clear information about platform policies, security measures, user rights, and operational practices. When users understand how a platform operates, they are more…
For all the DIY enthusiasts out there, linear slides are familiar. Whether you’re building a drawer, pull-out shelf, or even creating a hidden compartment, these slides are there. They are the silent soldiers who ensure things extend and retract smoothly. But there’s a catch; pick the wrong one, and you are left with sagging, sticking, or a project that feels flimsy. Pick the right one, however, and the entire structure feels like a pro crafted it. Here’s all you need to help you choose the right one. How to Pick The Right Slide There are so many important factors to…
A National Police Service Air Wing aircraft carrying senior police officials, including the Inspector General of Police , was forced to return to Wajir Airport on Monday after suffering a bird strike while in flight. The incident caused panic before the pilot James Kabo managed to land it back to the airport. According to the police. the incident occurred at approximately 12:27 p.m. when aircraft registration number 5Y-GSU encountered a bird strike shortly after take-off. The aircraft, operated by the National Police Service Air Wing, diverted back to Wajir Airport as a precautionary measure to allow for inspection and assessment…