Police are under firm instructions to rein in on emerging criminal gangs in parts of the country, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretray (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen said Wednesday. Responding to questions from members when he appeared at the plenary of the National Assembly, the CS commended the good work that has been done by Operation Maliza Usalama (OMU) – Multi-agency security team deployed in North Rift region to flush out bandits and deal with emerging crimes. He however noted on a rise of gangs in certain parts of the country, stated that the government is committed to addressing it. “Gang-related…
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DOGE’s days appear to be numbered. Elon Musk recently suggested that he will be done with his work in the near future. President Donald Trump told reporters this week that “at some point, he’s going to be going back” to running his companies. As far as the Department of Government Efficiency, Trump said “it will end.” All of that talk was before Musk faced a setback Tuesday in Wisconsin, where voters rejected his choice for a state Supreme Court candidate despite more than $21 million in personal donations and his campaign appearance over the weekend. There are more problems for…
British band Muse have scrapped a concert in Istanbul after the concert promoter insulted anti-government protesters, prompting pressure from fans and local artists. The band said it fully respected the concerns of fans, after promoter Abdulkadir Ozkan had denounced some opposition protesters’ acts as treason. He later expressed regret for any “misunderstanding”. Turkey has been gripped by protests following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on 19 March over corruption charges, which he denies. The popular opposition mayor was due to run for the presidency in 2028 elections. His supporters see his arrest as a political move by President…
Parents will be able to block their children from specific games and experiences on Roblox as part of new safety measures announced by the hugely popular gaming platform. They will also be able to block or report their children’s friends, and the platform will provide more information about which games young users are playing. The measures will only apply to children who are under the age of 13 and have parental controls set up on their accounts. The announcements comes after the CEO of Roblox, Dave Baszucki told the BBC that parents should keep their children off the platform if…
Niger’s military leaders have released more than 50 detainees, including former ministers in the government they toppled in 2023. Among them are the former ministers of defence, oil and finance, as well as several senior army officers, convicted or accused of plotting previous coups. Ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been under house arrest since the 2023 military takeover, was not on the list of those released despite international calls for him to be freed. When the BBC asked about President Bazoum’s continued detention, Justice Minister Aliyou Daouda cited “national security and sovereignty” concerns. “The question of his release is…
After spending eight years in jail, a Nigerian televangelist accused of raping young women from his South African church has been found not guilty of all charges. Timothy Omotoso had denied the 32 charges in a trial that was broadcast live and gained huge interest across the country. In 2018, one witness told the court she had been raped by the pastor – who ran a church in the city of Port Elizabeth – when she was 14 years old. When delivering the verdict on Wednesday, the judge presiding over the trial said that Mr Omotoso had been found not…
Tesla sales have plummeted to their lowest level in three years after a backlash against its boss Elon Musk. The electric car maker delivered almost 337,000 electric vehicles in the first three months of 2025, a 13% drop from a year ago. Tesla shares tumbled in early trading on Wednesday after the release of the unexpectedly low sales numbers. The cars face increasing competition from Chinese firm BYD, but experts believe Musk’s controversial role in the Trump administration have had an effect too. The firm has blamed the drop on the transition to a new version of its most popular…
In the dynamic business development landscape, entrepreneurs are constantly seeking innovative avenues to propel their enterprises towards success. One often overlooked yet highly lucrative opportunity lies within car auctions. Contrary to popular belief, these auctions aren’t just treasure troves for automotive enthusiasts; they serve as fertile ground for astute business owners to unearth hidden gems and drive significant growth. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of mastering the art of car auctions to transform your business from a junkyard into a goldmine! A Better Bid Auction: Revolutionizing Vehicle Procurement Amidst the plethora of car auction platforms, A Better Bid…
Hundreds of federal health workers early on Tuesday learned their jobs had been cut, with many turned away at their office building doors, as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) plunged ahead on a mass restructuring. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr announced last week that 10,000 employees would be let go and, with voluntary departures, the department would reduce its staffing ranks from 80,000 to 60,000. Tuesday’s layoffs included several top officials, and swept through agencies that oversee the country’s food and drug safety as well as those that fight disease. President Donald Trump has worked since…
Canadian member of parliament Paul Chiang has quit as a Liberal Party candidate over comments he made suggesting a political rival should be turned over to the Chinese consulate in return for a bounty. Tay, who is running for the Conservatives in the 28 April federal election, is one of a number of overseas activists who have been targeted by Hong Kong police for allegedly breaking the city’s national security law. Chiang said he is withdrawing from the race to avoid “distractions in this critical moment”. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who had previously defended Chiang, said on Tuesday he…
Trevor Lock, the policeman who was taken hostage in a siege on the Iranian embassy in 1980, has died aged 85, his daughter has confirmed. PC Lock was freed along with 24 other hostages after a six-day stand-off between members of a dissident Iranian group and the SAS. It later emerged he had tackled the leader of the gunmen and saved the life of an SAS soldier. He was awarded the George Medal, which recognises outstanding bravery, for his actions. On 30 April 1980, six gunmen took over the Iranian embassy in Kensington, holding 26 people hostage. The gunmen belonged…
Two Kenyan police officers in Haiti have been seriously injured in clashes with gangs over the past week, three officers told Reuters, adding to the mission’s growing list of casualties as it comes under increasingly frequent attack. Kenya first deployed officers last June to the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission, which currently has around 1,000 security personnel, about three-quarters of them from Kenya. The mission, aimed at restoring enough security for Haiti to hold elections by February 2026, has faced morale issues almost from the start and uncertainty about its possible expansion amid escalating gang violence. It suffered its first…
A middle-aged man was charged Tuesday before the Nakuru Magistrate’s Court for dealing in and possessing a specified endangered wildlife trophy without a permit. The accused was allegedly found at Septet Sub-location, Tegat Location, Elburgon Ward, Nakuru County, on March 29 2025, at approximately 1720 hours, dealing in an elephant tusk weighing 47.3 kilograms, with an estimated street value of Sh4.7 million, without a valid permit or lawful exemption. It is alleged that the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) received intelligence about an individual suspected of possessing an endangered wildlife trophy and actively seeking a buyer. Acting on this information, an…
US prosecutors will seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting dead UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December. Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement on Tuesday that she had directed federal prosecutors to seek the penalty for the “premeditated, cold-blooded assassination”. Mr Thompson was shot dead outside a hotel in New York on 4 December. Police arrested Mr Mangione, 26, days later in Pennsylvania after a nationwide manhunt. He has pleaded not guilty to state charges, and has yet to enter a plea for separate federal charges. He is currently awaiting trial in a…
Golf has always been a sport that combines skill, precision, and the right equipment. With the world of technology constantly evolving, we find ourselves asking how it can improve our game. Modern tools are now available to make our golfing experience more enjoyable and competitive. As weekend golfers, we can now access high-tech tools once reserved for the pros. These innovations make learning and playing not only easier but also fun. It’s amazing to think about how far we’ve come in using technology to assist us on the course. Whether it’s analyzing our swings or finding the best clubs, these…