Imagine waking up with a throbbing toothache that won’t let you concentrate. You take painkillers, hoping it’ll go away, but the discomfort lingers. When you visit your dentist, they mention something you feared—either a root canal treatment or an extraction. Which one do you choose? I faced this exact situation a few years ago. The mere thought of a root canal sent shivers down my spine. I had heard horror stories about pain, long procedures, and unbearable costs. But as I sat in the dentist’s chair, I realized my fears were based on myths. Today, I want to share my…
Author: Oki Bin Oki
Have you ever wondered what to look for when hiring a company to clean your indoor pool or water feature? Maintaining an indoor water body requires more than just basic cleaning; it involves ensuring your investment’s safety, cleanliness, and longevity. Choosing the exemplary professional service is crucial, whether it’s a pool, hot tub, or decorative fountain. But what should you consider before making that decision? Understand the Importance of a Professional Pool Cleaning Service The first thing to consider is hiring a professional pool cleaning service. Indoor pools and water bodies are prone to accumulating debris, bacteria, and algae, leading…
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, the NBA’s number one draft pick in 2023, is expected to miss the rest of the 2024-25 regular season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. The Spurs said condition was discovered, external when the Frenchman, 21, returned to San Antonio following the All-Star game in San Francisco on Monday. Thrombosis occurs when blood turns into clumps inside a blood vessel, creating a blood clot. Wembanyama, the reigning Rookie of the Year, has averaged 24.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 46 games this season, while leading the NBA…
The Senate voted on Thursday to confirm Kash Patel as FBI director, installing a staunch loyalist of President Donald Trump and conservative firebrand at the head of the nation’s top law enforcement agency. The nomination faced intense scrutiny from Democrats on Capitol Hill who have warned that Patel is poised to use the position to seek retribution against Trump’s perceived political enemies. During his Senate confirmation hearing, Patel said there will be “no politicization” at the FBI and “no retributive actions” and accused Democrats of cherry-picking excerpts of old comments. “Snippets of information are often misleading,” Patel said at one…
The US President Donald Trump has said he is not happy with Boeing over a contract to build two new Air Force One planes that is running behind schedule. Speaking on board one of the 35-year-old presidential planes that are currently in use, Trump also said he is looking for alternatives because it is taking Boeing too long to build the planes. The contract for two updated versions of the presidential plane based on the modern Boeing 747-8 were negotiated during Trump’s first term in office. Boeing did not immediately respond to a request for comment from BBC News. “No,…
The James Bond film franchise will no longer be controlled by the Broccoli dynasty, after long-serving masterminds Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson announced they are stepping down. The Bond films were launched by Albert “Cubby” Broccoli in 1962, before his daughter and stepson took over. The pair will now give creative control to Amazon MGM Studios, which was formed when Amazon bought Bond’s parent studio in 2022. The new deal comes after mounting speculation about the fate of the British spy, four years after his last outing in No Time to Die, which was also Daniel Craig’s final appearance…
Businessman Francis Mburu is dead. Mburu died Thursday February 20, 2025 morning in his house in Karen, Nairobi. His family said he was found dead in the house and they were yet to confirm the cause of his death. He had been sickly but not seriously, a family friend said. His body was moved to the mortuary pending autopsy and burial. Mburu was a silent billionaire in the city. He was known for his generosity in general. He was paid Sh9.8 billion by the government over the past ten years for his stake in Ruaraka land. He also owned vast…
Recent statistics on the popularity of gambling in Kenya have shown that there continues to be a surge in demand for the activity. It is a demand that is being met as well, as the booming industry continues to be highlighted in all areas of gambling. A strong, legalised and centrally structured industry provides a big income for regions, and Kenya’s future is bright in this regard. But by no means does Kenya stand alone in seeing a huge recent growth in the online gambling industry. It is growing worldwide. British players flock to the best casino sites UK, which…
Delta Air Lines is offering US$30,000 (£23,792) to each person on board a plane that crash-landed in Toronto on Monday – all of whom survived. As it landed in the Canadian city, the plane skidded along the runway in flames before flipping over and coming to a halt upside down. Passengers described their amazement as most of them walked away without injuries. It remains unclear what caused the incident, which is under investigation. There were 76 passengers and four crew on the flight, which had travelled from the US city of Minneapolis before making its crash-landing in Canada. A spokesperson…
Italy’s Prime Minister Georgia Meloni has visited the Pope in hospital, where he has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs. The 88-year-old was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Friday with a respiratory infection. Meloni said in a statement that she was “very happy to have found him alert and responsive. We joked as always. He hasn’t lost his proverbial sense of humour.” She offered him best wishes for a speedy recovery, on behalf of the Italian government and the whole country. Earlier in the week, the Vatican said medical tests and a chest X-ray showed “a complex picture”.…
President Trump has launched a fresh attack on Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a “dictator” and saying he has done a “terrible job”. His latest salvo came after Zelensky, reacting to US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia from which Kyiv was excluded, said the US president was “living in a disinformation space” governed by Moscow. “Zelensky better move fast or he is not going to have a country left,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. The “dictator” slur quickly prompted criticism from European leaders, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who said “it is simply wrong and dangerous to…
A section of residents of Koisagat village in Kericho County on Wednesday staged protests after the severed head of a middle-aged man was found in a sufuria in one of the houses. The torso was later discovered in a thicket two kilometres away, with residents accusing a local businessman of orchestrating the murder, police said. The residents also accused the police of colluding with the suspect, who has been responsible for the wave of insecurity in the area. Police said they are yet to establish the motive of the murder. The body was moved to the mortuary pending autopsy as…
Compiling documents for use in a foreign country can feel like doing a Rubik’s Cube with a blindfold on. If you’ve ever worked with international documents, you probably understand the stress that comes with it. But fret not – saving the day is an apostille translation! What is the meaning of the phrase “apostille translation,” and what is its relevance? To understand it better, let’s analyze and see how Rapid Translate’s apostille translation service can assist you during tough situations with international documentation. What Is an Apostille Translation? An apostille is a document that authenticates the validity of another document…
Crafting a blanket is one of the most rewarding projects for both beginners and experienced crocheters. A handmade blanket not only keeps you cozy but weaving yarn into intricate patterns also brings a sense of achievement. Whether you’re looking to create a detailed Afghan, a chunky throw, or a soft baby blanket, crocheting lets you create a beautiful and practical home item. In this guide, we’ll tell you how to crochet a blanket so you can enjoy making your own handmade masterpiece in no time!< Why Crochet a Blanket? A handmade blanket carries a magical feeling. Crochet blankets show the…
A U.S. national who ingested several pellets of Cocaine in his bid to traffic them from Alabama to Saudi Arabia is recovering at a Nairobi hospital under police watch, after developing serious abdominal complications. The suspect, Jarod Tyler Roberts, was on Sunday, February 16 taken to the hospital by his friend, and was admitted for examination after exhibiting symptoms of excessive drugging. A doctor at the hospital alerted anti-narcotics detectives from DCI Headquarters who visited the facility to witness an endoscopy process on the suspect. Three pellets were recovered from the suspect’s rectum, which tested positive for cocaine weighing 57.98g.…