When the Philippines voted on Monday, Sara Duterte’s name was not on the ballot. But the results of the election, which includes 12 senate races, impacts her political future. It affects both her role as the Philippines’ current vice-president and any hopes she might have of running for the country’s presidency one day, as she faces the prospect of a ban from politics – decided by lawmakers in the Senate. The 46-year-old is the eldest daughter of the Philippines’ former President Rodrigo Duterte. She trained as a lawyer before entering politics in 2007, when she was elected as her father’s…
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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is detained at The Hague over his drug war that killed thousands, has been elected mayor of his family’s stronghold, according to early, partial results. Two of his most loyal aides – long-time assistant Christopher “Bong” Go and Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, the one-time police chief in charge of enforcing his drug war – have been re-elected to the country’s senate. But the midterm election, dominated by a spectacular feud between the Duterte and Marcos dynasties, has also thrown up some unexpected results. The fate of Duterte’s daughter, Vice-President Sara Duterte, remains in the…
Overhead cranes are essential industrial lifting equipment, and their proper operation directly impacts both personnel safety and equipment efficiency. This article systematically introduces the safe operation methods for overhead cranes, covering operational guidelines, hoisting mechanism operation principles, pre-operation preparations, safety precautions during operation, and post-operation measures. General Operating Guidelines for Overhead Crane Operators Operators must be familiar with the crane’s structure, performance, working principle, and technical parameters. They should also understand the safety devices’ functions and proper operating methods. Apprentices or trainees must operate the crane under the supervision of a qualified operator, and solo operation is prohibited. Before powering…
The National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General Noordin Haji revealed that Kenya lack efficient equipment to protect its borders. While appearing before the departmental committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations on Monday, Haji noted that the security forces have been cash strapped for eons and cannot acquire the modern defence apparatus. He said that Kenya cannot guard itself from the prevalent threat from neighbouring nations, which affect communities close to the Kenyan borders. “If you look at Uganda you have the Karamajong’ and other tribes coming into Kenya to undertake cattle rustling. They have encroached in some of our…
A Nairobi High Court declined to grant bail to a Lebanese national pending his extradition to the United States of America, after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) opposed the application. Antoine Kassiss, suspected of involvement in narcoterrorism and money laundering, had filed an application in court seeking to be released on bail. The prosecution, through prosecutors Vincent Monda and Victor Owiti, opposed the application. The United States, through an official extradition request to the Republic of Kenya, is seeking the arrest and extradition of Antoine Kassiss to the U.S. to face charges of conspiracy to commit narcoterrorism and money…
Outlawed Kurdish group the PKK, which has waged a 40-year insurgency against Turkey, has announced it is laying down its arms and disbanding. The move followed a call in February by the group’s jailed leader, Abdullah Ocalan, for it to disband. The PKK insurgency initially aimed to create an independent homeland for Kurds, who account for about 20% of Turkey’s population. But it has since moved away from its separatist goals, focusing instead on more autonomy and greater Kurdish rights. More than 40,000 people have been killed since the insurgency began. The PKK – which is banned as a terrorist…
Sir Keir Starmer has promised the government’s new immigration measures will mean net migration falls “significantly” over the next four years. The prime minister unveiled plans to ban recruitment of care workers from overseas, tighten access to skilled worker visas and raise the costs to employers in an effort to curb near record net migration. He did not set a precise target, but the Home Office estimated the policies could lead to a 100,000 drop in immigration per year by 2029 – based on analysis of just eight of the core policies where “a quantitative assessment” could be made. Conservative…
Donald Trump is expected to arrive in the UK when his presidential plane refuels at a US airbase. Flight restrictions around RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk indicate the US president’s Air Force One jet will land there late on Monday or early on Tuesday en route to an official visit to the Middle East. Legislation published by the Government prohibits unauthorised flights in the area between 23:00 (BST) on Monday and 04:00 on Tuesday, due to public safety and security “during visits by a head of state”. The same restrictions are in place between 17:00 and 22:00 on Friday, indicating the…
The first group of 49 white South Africans to be granted refugee status by the US is due to arrive shortly, after leaving Johannesburg on Sunday. Relations between South Africa and the US have been tense for months, after President Donald Trump said that members of the country’s Afrikaner minority were victims of “racial discrimination”. This was dismissed by South Africa’s Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola, who said on Monday “there is no persecution of white Afrikaner South Africans”, adding that police reports debunk President Trump’s assertion. South Africa says that any allegations of persecution would not meet the threshold “required…
Homa Bay Deputy Governor Joseph Oyugi Magwanga claims his life is in danger. This comes days after the burial of the Kasipul MP Charles Were. Oyugi said he faced an assassination attempt on Sunday night. The incident occurred at around 10 PM, according to one of the DG’s security personnel. He said the family noticed unusual movement outside the compound by unknown people as the DG was still away. Upon realizing this, they informed the DG who took a different route in a different car. Upon his car’s arrival the assassin’s laid an ambush which was thwarted by his security…
With Carlo Ancelotti preparing to bid farewell at the end of the La Liga season, Real Madrid have secured his successor: Xabi Alonso. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the move, giving his iconic “Here we go” endorsement to the deal. Following his emotional farewell to Bayer Leverkusen fans during their final home match last weekend, Alonso’s next chapter has been confirmed. The former Real Madrid midfielder has inked a three-year contract with the Spanish giants, running through to 2028. According to Romano, all elements of the deal have been finalized, including Alonso’s coaching staff. The club’s plan is…
The White House is discussing the possible transfer of a luxury jumbo jet, intended for use as a presidential plane, with the royal family of Qatar. In a statement, Qatar denied that the plane would be a gift, but said the transfer of an aircraft for “temporary use” was under discussion between the two countries. According to several media outlets, sources familiar with the agreement say the plane will not be ready for use right away. In an unusual arrangement, the sources also said the plane would be donated to Trump’s presidential library at the end of his term. The…
Detectives investigating the assassination of Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were arrested another suspect in the fatal shooting that occurred on Nairobi’s Valley Road. Isaac Kuria, alias “Kush”, was arrested in Isebania at the Kenya-Tanzania border while planning to flee the country, police said. Kuria is suspected to have part of the gang that carried out the hit on the late MP before staging a calculated escape. This brings to 11, the number of suspects in custody over the murder of the MP which happened on April 30, 2025. Kuria, who is reportedly linked to criminal networks operating within…
Amber Heard has announced the arrival of twins in an Instagram post shared on Mother’s Day in the United States. The American actor revealed that she had welcomed daughter Agnes and son Ocean and was “elated beyond words” to celebrate the “completion” of her family. Heard, 39, welcomed her first daughter, Oonagh, in 2021. Under a picture of three pairs of feet, Heard wrote: “Becoming a mother by myself and on my own terms despite my own fertility challenges has been the most humbling experience of my life.” The actor said she had chosen motherhood “responsibly and thoughtfully” and “couldn’t…
Barcelona closed in on the league title as they fought back from two goals down to beat Real Madrid – for whom Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick – in a thrilling Clasico. Real Madrid raced into a 2-0 lead with Mbappe scoring twice inside 14 minutes, but Barca hit four by half-time – one each for Eric Garcia and Lamine Yamal, and two for Raphinha. Mbappe scored again with 20 minutes left, to take his club total in all competitions to 39 – the most ever by a Real Madrid player in their debut season – and Barca’s Fermin Lopez…