Juan Soto he is set to sign what is reportedly the biggest contract in the history of sport after agreeing a $765m (£600m) deal over 15 years with Major League Baseball’s New York Mets. Multiple sources in the United States have disclosed details of the deal, although the Mets have yet to confirm it because the 26-year-old Dominican needs to complete a medical. The MLB website said, external Soto would get a $75m signing bonus, with no deferred money, in a deal that could eventually be worth up to $800m (£627m). The total value of the deal eclipses the $700m (£558m) 10-year…
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The winner of the 2024 series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! has been crowned. McFly singer Danny Jones won the public vote in Sunday’s final episode on ITV, with Coleen Rooney coming second and the Reverend Richard Coles in third place. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I gave my all in there, gave myself, and it’s a lovely feeling to be liked,” Jones told viewers who voted for him. Runner-up Rooney said she “couldn’t have wished for someone better to be in the final with”. Jones received 55.2% of the public vote in…
Moja Expressway has issued a warning to motorists using the Nairobi Expressway, citing a sharp increase in traffic due to construction along Mombasa Road. In a statement, the company attributed the surge to ongoing maintenance work on the busy road, urging drivers to remain vigilant. “Due to ongoing construction on Mombasa Road, there is increased traffic on the Nairobi Expressway. Please drive carefully, especially at the entrances and exits. Note that the designated speed limit is 80kph,” Moja Expressway advised. Motorists were reminded to adhere to the speed limit and exercise caution, particularly when navigating the expressway’s entry and exit…
Renowned Pan-Africanist Prof. PLO Lumumba has written to Chief Justice Martha Koome expressing concerns over allegations of corruption within Kenya’s judiciary. In a letter seen by Kahawa Tungu dated December 5, 2024, Prof. Lumumba highlighted claims of judicial officers receiving bribes to deliver favorable rulings, a situation he described as placing the judiciary at a critical crossroads. Prof. Lumumba referenced remarks made by Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi, who recently alleged on social media that a judge in Mombasa was involved in collecting bribes through an appointed agent to influence court outcomes. In a post on November 30, 2024, Abdullahi wrote,…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) surpassed the Sh1 trillion revenue mark by November 30, 2024. This accomplishment comes earlier than in the previous financial year when the Sh1 trillion target was reached on December 8, 2023. “Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has surpassed the Sh1 Trillion mark, collecting Sh1.005 trillion as of 30th November 2024! This milestone was reached earlier than last financial year when it was achieved on 7th December 2023,” KRA announced, The revenue collected during the first five months of the 2024/25 financial year (July to November) increased by 4.3% to Sh1.005 trillion, up from Sh963.746 billion during…
Superstar Rihanna and her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky, were spotted leaving the celebrity hotspot Carbone in Miami on Saturday after a romantic dinner during the vibrant Art Basel weekend. Rihanna, 36, turned heads in a strapless minidress with bold cutouts, paired with ripped black tights layered over nude pumps, a faux fur coat, and gold jewelry. The Fenty Beauty mogul exuded confidence and style as she held hands with Rocky upon exiting the venue. Rocky, also 36, complemented her look with a retro-inspired all-denim outfit, including a button-up shirt, jeans, and a jacket with a faux fur collar. He accessorized…
The Kennedy Center celebrated the contributions of singer-songwriter Bonnie Raitt, filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, jazz legend Arturo Sandoval, and rock icons the Grateful Dead during its annual Honors on Sunday. The historic Apollo Theater in Harlem also received recognition, marking the first time an institution was awarded the prestigious accolade. President Joe Biden, attending his final Honors ceremony of this term, received a standing ovation from the audience. Earlier, he lauded artists for their ability to challenge authority and inspire change through their craft. Biden has attended every ceremony during his presidency, unlike former President Donald Trump, who skipped the…
Former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Brandi Glanville has revealed ongoing health challenges, sharing that she has been in and out of the hospital over the past year and a half. The 52-year-old sparked concern after posting a photo of her swollen face on social media, leaving fans speculating about her condition. Glanville expressed frustration over the mystery surrounding her symptoms in a post on X (formerly Twitter) Sunday. “I wish I knew [what happened],” she wrote. “I’ve been in & out of the hospital this past year and a half… spent almost every dollar I have trying to…
Jay-Z has vehemently denied allegations that he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl alongside Sean “Diddy” Combs in 2000, calling the claims a “blackmail attempt” in a statement released to the media. The lawsuit, filed by attorney Tony Buzbee on behalf of a woman identified as Jane Doe, accuses the two music moguls of assaulting her at a house party following the MTV Video Music Awards. However, the rapper, born Shawn Carter, dismissed the accusations as “heinous” and emphasized his commitment to proving his innocence. “[Buzbee] calculated that the nature of these allegations and public scrutiny would pressure me into settling,”…
Kenya will no longer co-host the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded the hosting rights to Rwanda due to delays in stadium preparations. Initially set to host the tournament alongside Uganda and Tanzania in February 2025, Kenya was dropped after failing to meet a December 31 deadline to complete renovations at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, and Nyayo Stadium. “CAF has decided to pick Rwanda as Kenya’s replacement to co-host CHAN 2025 alongside Uganda and Tanzania, as Kenya cannot meet the required stadium standards within the set timeframe,” a CAF official confirmed. The…
Hussein Mohammed was on Saturday December 7 elected the new Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president, in the second round of voting after round one failed to give an outright winner. The Murang’a SEAL Vice-Chairman bagged 67 votes in the ultimate stage, while competitors Barry Otieno and Doris Petra who had already withdrawn from the race after Hussein claimed a slight advantage in round one but short of the 50+1 votes required, still got a vote apiece in the second phase as some delegates abstained. Hussein’s had been long coming, as opinion from the common man, holding no vote in this…
Rebel forces in southern Syria have reportedly captured most of the Deraa region – the birthplace of the 2011 uprising against President Bashar al-Assad. A UK-based war monitor reports that the “local factions” were able to take control of many military sites there following “violent battles” with government forces. According to Reuters news agency, rebel sources say they had reached a deal for the army to withdraw and for military officials to be given safe passage to the capital, Damascus – roughly 100km (62 miles) away. The BBC has been unable to independently verify these reports, which come as Islamist-led…
The NFL has ended its investigation into the latest sexual assault allegation made against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. The 29-year-old was under investigation after the filing of a civil lawsuit in September from a woman in Texas, seeking $1m (£764,000) in damages for an incident that allegedly occurred while the pair were on a date in October 2020. Watson denied the allegation and the lawsuit was settled confidentially. The NFL subsequently conducted its own investigation but announced on Saturday it would take no formal action against Watson. “There was insufficient evidence to support a finding of a violation of the personal conduct policy,”…
The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool, scheduled to take place at Goodison Park, has been postponed due to safety concerns caused by severe weather from Storm Darragh. The decision was made on Saturday morning following an amber weather warning for strong winds in Merseyside, with disruptive conditions affecting much of the UK. The postponement was announced after a meeting involving both clubs, Merseyside Police, and Liverpool City Council. An Everton statement emphasized the priority of ensuring safety: “Whilst we appreciate this will be deeply disappointing for supporters, the safety of fans, staff, and players is of paramount importance.” Liverpool…
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) was awarded a Certificate of Recognition at the 2024 Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards. The accolade, presented last night in Nairobi, was in the category of Unqualified Report – International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS), highlighting the Authority’s strong commitment to financial management and accountability. Speaking at the event, NACADA CEO Dr. Anthony Omerikwa expressed pride in the achievement, attributing the success to the Authority’s strict adherence to government policies and guidelines on resource management. “This award reflects the robust systems and frameworks we’ve developed to ensure the prudent…