Former NFL quarterback and football icon Craig Morton, best known for his time with the Denver Broncos and Dallas Cowboys, has died at the age of 83. Morton passed away on Saturday, May 9, surrounded by family and loved ones in Mill Valley, California, according to a statement released by the Broncos. No cause of death was immediately disclosed. Born on February 5, 1943, in Flint, Michigan, Morton built a distinguished football career that spanned nearly two decades. He first rose to prominence while playing college football for the California Golden Bears football at the University of California, Berkeley. Morton…
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Actor and comedian Jamie Foxx is reportedly preparing to welcome another addition to his family, with reports indicating that his girlfriend, Alyce Huckstepp, is expecting their first child together. According to multiple reports, the couple — who reportedly rekindled their relationship last year after a brief split in January 2025 — are already several months into the pregnancy. However, details surrounding the baby’s expected arrival date and gender have not yet been made public. Foxx and Huckstepp were first romantically linked in August 2022 when she attended the premiere of the actor’s film, Day Shift. Their relationship later drew more…
Hannah Harper is a rising singer-songwriter, devoted mother of three and the newly crowned winner of Season 24 of American Idol. The Missouri native captured the hearts of millions with her emotional performances, authentic storytelling and deeply personal songs throughout the competition. From moving judges to tears during her audition to taking home the American Idol title, Harper’s journey has inspired viewers across the United States and beyond. So, who Hannah Harper? Here is everything you need to know about the newest American Idol champion. Hannah Harper Won American Idol Season 24 Hannah Harper officially became the winner of American…
The Jubilee Party has named Wilson Kigwa as its candidate for the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Jubilee Party Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta said the party had concluded its internal consultations and nomination process ahead of the mini poll. According to Kenta, the party received applications from several aspirants across the constituency, which he said reflected continued confidence in the party and its political agenda. “The party received applications from several qualified and committed aspirants from across the constituency, demonstrating the continued confidence that the people of Ol…
A new report has revealed significant disparities between senior boys’, girls’ and mixed schools in Kenya, showing that boys’ schools are generally more established and better equipped with learning resources compared to girls’ institutions. According to findings by Usawa Agenda, boys’ schools have benefited from decades of institutional growth and legacy, while girls’ schools continue to catch up. The report indicates that seven in 10 senior boys’ schools have existed for more than 30 years, compared to only three in 10 girls’ schools. Less than two in 10 senior mixed schools have operated for more than three decades. “Boy schools…
A new report has revealed that children living in female-headed households in Kenya are more likely to be out of school, raising concerns over widening education inequalities among vulnerable families. The study by Usawa Agenda found that girls who are out of school remain among the most vulnerable groups, with significantly higher risks of early pregnancy compared to those still in education. “No child is more disadvantaged than a girl out of school — an out-of-school teenage girl is 12 times as likely as her in-school counterpart to suffer early pregnancy,” the report states. According to the findings, children raised…
Amnesty International Kenya has raised concern over what it describes as a growing pattern of journalists being obstructed from carrying out their professional duties while covering political and public events between February and May 2026. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Amnesty International Kenya Executive Director Irungu Houghton said journalists covering political gatherings and public functions have increasingly faced harassment, intimidation and physical attacks. According to the rights lobby, recently documented cases include the violent assault of journalists at a political rally in Trans Nzoia County, where reporters were allegedly beaten, equipment damaged and footage forcibly deleted. The organisation further…
Hannah Harper has been crowned the winner of Season 24 of American Idol following an emotional grand finale on Monday, May 11. The 25-year-old Missouri native secured the title after competing against finalists Jordan McCullough and Keyla Richardson, who finished in second and third place, respectively. Harper closed the night with an emotional performance of Chris Tomlin’s song At The Cross (Love Ran Red), singing through tears as fellow contestants joined her on stage to celebrate the milestone moment. Her victory marked the culmination of a standout season that first captured viewers’ attention during auditions, when Harper moved judge Carrie…
The Water Resources Authority has announced a mass recruitment drive targeting professionals across various technical and administrative fields. In a notice issued on May 12, 2026, the authority invited qualified candidates to apply for multiple vacancies aimed at strengthening water resource management and institutional operations. Among the positions advertised are Senior Water Resources Officer, Water Resources Officer, Water Resources Assistant, Senior Hydrologist, Hydrologist, Hydrological Assistant, Geologist, Chemist, Laboratory Technologist and Pollution Control Officer. The authority is also seeking to recruit Principal Water Resources Officers, Engineers, Assistant Engineering Officers, Community Engagement Officers, Customer Care Assistants, Legal Officers, ICT Officers, Accounts and…
The National Transport and Safety Authority has announced plans to replace the current paper-based motor vehicle Certificate of Registration, commonly known as the logbook, with a digital version beginning June 10, 2026. In a notice issued on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the authority said the transition to the electronic logbook (eLogbook) marks a major milestone in its efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce paperwork and improve citizen-centred service delivery. “The new eLogbook will be fully integrated into all motor vehicle registration processes, including new vehicle registration, transfer of ownership, change of particulars, inspection and other related transactions,” NTSA said in the…
The Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy and the Ministry of Roads and Transport have advertised vacancies for members of their respective Ministerial Audit Committees. In a notice issued on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy invited applications from qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of Member of the Ministerial Audit Committee. The ministry said applicants must possess a degree from a recognised university, have at least five years of work experience, and be members in good standing of a professional body. Candidates are also required to demonstrate knowledge…
The Commission for University Education and several universities have announced job vacancies in a fresh recruitment drive targeting professionals across multiple fields. In a notice issued on May 12, 2026, the Commission for University Education (CUE) advertised more than 40 positions on both contract and permanent and pensionable terms. Among the contract positions advertised are Corporation Secretary and Director of Legal Services, Director of Internal Audit and Risk Assurance, and Deputy Director of Corporate Communication and Public Relations. CUE is also seeking to recruit staff on permanent and pensionable terms for positions including Assistant Commission Secretary – Programme Accreditation, Assistant…
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has revised the schedule for its June examinations, with candidates set to sit for the tests over five days beginning June 8, 2026. In a notice issued on May 12, 2026, the board said it will conduct the Pre-registration Examinations (Stage I and II) as well as Enrolment Examinations (Level I and II) on June 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12, 2026. “The exams will be administered online in the respective examination centres,” the board said in the notice. Candidates seeking to sit the examinations have been advised to submit their applications through the PPB…
The Teachers Service Commission has announced several senior job vacancies and re-advertised key leadership positions as part of its ongoing recruitment process. In a notice issued on Tuesday, May 12, the commission said it is seeking to recruit candidates for the positions of Deputy Director – Risk Management, Assistant Director – Legal Services, and Assistant Director – Risk Management, with one vacancy available for each role. TSC also re-advertised the positions of Deputy Director – Corporate Affairs and Deputy Director – Labour and Industrial Relations, with one position available in each category. The commission invited qualified and interested candidates to…
A parliamentary committee has raised concerns over the persistent low absorption of funds allocated to the State Department for Cabinet Affairs, warning that continued underutilisation could result in further budget cuts and disrupt the department’s operations. The National Assembly Departmental Committee on National Administration and Internal Security questioned officials from the department over what lawmakers described as poor expenditure trends since its establishment in the 2023/2024 financial year. Members of Parliament noted that despite receiving allocations from the Exchequer, the department has consistently struggled to utilise the funds, resulting in a steady decline in annual budget allocations. The department received…