US President Donald Trump has warned Iran the “clock is ticking” as talks to bring the war to an end have stalled. “They better get moving, FAST, or there won’t be anything left of them,” he wrote on his Truth Social platform. “TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE!” The message came as the president was due to speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. Iranian media reported on Sunday that the US had failed to make any concrete concessions in its response to Tehran’s latest proposals to end the conflict. A lack of compromise from Washington would lead to…
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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen visited gospel artist Rachel Wandeto in hospital after she was attacked and burnt in Mwiki area, Nairobi. The assailants used petrol to douse her before they escaped on Friday night. She said she was attacked and injured for expressing her political opinion. The CS said Wandeto had suffered significant burns and that doctors were giving her the best care possible. He condemned the attack, saying the Constitution allows for free expression of political opinion that cannot be taken away by anybody. “I condemn this barbaric act that has no place in our society. Our investigative…
A section of schools postponed classes for Monday following s planned strike by the transport sector players. This is over rising fuel prices. Transport Alliance umbrella, including matatu operators, digital cab drivers, boda boda operators, and members of the Truckers Association of Kenya, has called for a nationwide transport strike scheduled for Monday, May 18, 2026, in response to recent fuel price increases. Separately, there have been unverified online discussions relating to possible protests. Police indicated that patrols will be enhanced across key areas within the Nairobi CBD and surrounding areas as a precautionary measure. Some schools sent messages to…
A drone strike targeted the United Arab Emirates’ sole nuclear power plant on Sunday, sparking a fire on its perimeter. There were no reports of injuries or radiological release, but it highlighted the risk of renewed war as the Iran ceasefire remains tenuous. No one immediately claimed responsibility, and the UAE did not blame anyone. It has however accused Iran of launching multiple drone and missile attacks in recent days as tensions have risen over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital energy waterway that Iran still has in a chokehold. The United States is blockading Iranian ports and diplomatic efforts…
Three people were killed overnight in a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow region, Russian officials have said. A woman died in a house in Khimki, north of the capital, where a person was trapped under rubble, regional governor Andrei Vorobiev said. A man and a woman were killed in the village of Pogorelki. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said 12 people were injured in strikes on a city oil refinery. Russia’s military said 556 drones were intercepted. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the strikes were an “entirely justified” response to deadly Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities. Earlier this week,…
President William Ruto departed for Baku, Azerbaijan, Saturday night to attend the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum, where Kenya was invited in recognition of its leadership and success in affordable housing and sustainable urban development. Convened by UN-Habitat, WUF13 will bring together governments, investors, cities, civil society, and evelopment partners to address the global housing crisis and advance sustainable urba evelopment. Kenya will showcase the impact of its Affordable Housing Programme in transforming informal settlements, creating jobs, and supporting entrepreneurship. The Forum will also provide an opportunity for Kenya to mobilise partnerships and investments to expand and scale…
aiwan insisted it is a sovereign, independent nation, after US President Donald Trump cautioned it against formally declaring independence from China. Trump’s remarks came after a two-day summit in Beijing, after which he said he had “made no commitment either way” about the self-governing island – which China claims as part of its territory and has not ruled out taking by force. After talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump also said he would soon decide whether to approve an $11bn ($8bn) package of weapons to be sold to Taiwan. The US administration is bound by law to provide Taiwan…
Colorado’s Governor Jared Polis is facing criticism from fellow Democrats after commuting the prison sentence of former county clerk Tina Peters, a 2020 election denier convicted of tampering with election equipment. Polis, who previously described Peters’ nine-year sentence as “harsh”, announced on Friday that she would be released on parole in June. Colorado’s top election official and Secretary of State Jena Griswold called it “an affront to our democracy”, while some others warned it could embolden efforts to undermine confidence in future elections. Moments after the announcement, President Donald Trump, who for months has pushed for her release, wrote on…
Gunmen have kidnapped more than 50 children from three schools in the same town in north-eastern Nigeria, teachers and parents have told the BBC. Most of those missing are aged between two and five years old. Eyewitnesses who saw the attacks on Friday morning in Mussa, Borno state, say the suspects used the children as human shields while fleeing on motorbikes, preventing security forces from opening fire. No group has claimed responsibility for the attacks. Government officials have not responded to the BBC’s requests for comment, but a press statement issued on Saturday by Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South…
Two suspected robbers were shot dead while another escaped with bullet wounds after a police operation targeting a gang linked to a string of robberies and burglaries in Narok County. Police officers launched an undercover operation early Friday morning following intelligence reports about increased robbery incidents within Lolgorian township and neighbouring areas. Police said the suspects had earlier raided Olakira Small Bar and stole assorted alcoholic drinks before officers began trailing them. The three suspects, who were riding a red numberless Boxer motorcycle loaded with the stolen alcohol, were reportedly intercepted at Olkilorit area by another team of officers lying…
Police in Kasarani, Nairobi, are investigating an incident in which a woman sustained severe burn injuries after she was allegedly attacked and set ablaze by unknown assailants in the Mwiki area. The motive of the incident is yet to be known. The woman, Rachel Wandeto, a gospel artist from the Mwiki area in Kasarani, Nairobi (originally from Kirinyaga), went viral earlier in 2026 after tattooing President William Ruto’s face on her chest, along with “TUTAM” (Two Terms) and his name on her head/body. This led to her relatives allegedly evicting her over political differences. She was allegedly attacked by three…
Over the past decade, the financial world has witnessed a remarkable transformation. From the rise of mobile banking to AI-powered financial advice, technology has redefined how individuals manage money and interact with banks. What was once a slow, paper-heavy industry is now fast-paced, data-driven, and increasingly customer-centric. In this article, we explore the key ways digital innovation is changing personal finance and banking services, and why these shifts matter to everyday consumers. Mobile Banking: Convenience in Your Pocket One of the most visible impacts of technology in finance is the growth of mobile banking. Gone are the days when visiting…
Data is a critical asset for every organisation, driving operations, decision-making, and growth. However, with the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, protecting this valuable resource has become a complex challenge. Without strong data protection, businesses leave themselves vulnerable to breaches, legal liabilities, and significant financial losses. Ensuring the security of this data isn’t just about reactive measures after an incident occurs; it requires a proactive approach—one that anticipates risks and addresses them before they become threats. Understanding Data Security At its core, data security involves protecting digital information from unauthorized access, corruption, or theft. The need for strong data protection…
A rescue diver died while searching for the bodies of four Italians who died in a scuba diving accident in the Maldives. Staff Sgt Mohamed Mahdhee was taken to hospital in critical condition and later succumbed to his injuries, a government spokesman told the BBC on Saturday. The five Italians died while attempting to explore caves at a depth of around 50m (164ft). So far, just one of their bodies is thought to have been recovered, in a cave at a depth of around 60m (197ft). The incident is believed to be the worst single diving accident in the tiny…
Somalia’s government said it was in a “transition period” after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s term ended Friday without an agreement with the opposition on holding elections. Mohamud has been attempting to move Somalia towards democratic elections, replacing a system based around clan elders. But with the country deeply divided between rival clans, and much of it under the control of Al-Shabaab, an Islamist insurgent group, there has been little progress on organising elections beyond a few localised pockets. Opposition and regional leaders have strongly opposed Mohamud’s plan, seeing it as an attempt to centralise power. Talks between the opposition and…