Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner reunited for a heartwarming Thanksgiving celebration with their children, even as Affleck navigates his ongoing divorce from Jennifer Lopez. The former couple, who were married from 2005 to 2018, spent the holiday giving back to the community at a charity event organized by the Midnight Mission in Los Angeles. Alongside their three children — Violet (18), Seraphina (15), and Samuel (12) — the family helped serve meals to over 2,000 homeless individuals. The group donned matching aprons that read, “I love the Midnight Mission,” as they worked together with other volunteers. Photos from the event…
Author: David Wafula
The Principal Secretary for Higher Education and Research, Beatrice Muganda Inyangala, has expressed confidence that Moi University is regaining its footing after years of financial difficulties. After meeting with officials from the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) and the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) at Jogoo House, the PS described the university’s progress as a significant milestone. “My alma mater, the great Moi University, is on the path to roaring back stronger! Responsive and committed,” she posted on X after the meeting. Since Moi University reopened, we’ve engaged UASU & KUSU officials at Chapter & National levels. Today’s meeting at…
A Senate watchdog committee has flagged Sh390 million in questionable spending by the Samburu County Government and directed state agencies to launch thorough investigations into the irregularities. The County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) criticized Governor Lati Lelelit’s administration for allegedly recruiting casual health workers and creating public service offices without adhering to legal requirements. In a meeting to review the Auditor General’s 2022/2023 financial year report, the committee raised concerns over Sh36 million spent on casual workers and Sh350 million on staff compensation. The report noted that there was no evidence that the funds were prudently used. Documents presented to…
President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to 34 government agencies for failing to comply with his directive to digitise their operations through the e-Citizen platform. Speaking at the first anniversary of the e-Citizen Directorate at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, the President gave the agencies a one-week ultimatum to align with the directive or face severe consequences, including possible dismissal of their Chief Executive Officers (CEOs). The President accused the listed agencies of undermining transparency by soliciting funds through questionable means, bypassing the centralised e-Citizen system. He reiterated that all services and revenue payments must…
Counties have developed laws to prevent violent extremism and radicalization within their departments and protect vulnerable people from radicalization and recruitment. The laws, based on the unique security challenges, will establish county institutions to provide linkages between national law enforcement agencies and community structures in the prevention of violent extremism in the respective counties. The Internal Security Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo has said the Prevention of Violent Extremism (PVE) Model Bill is a framework that provides counties with the tools to effectively integrate prevention strategies into their governance structures. “It also mainstreams funding for these initiatives, foster collaboration between…
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum appeared to contradict President-elect Donald Trump’s claim that the two have struck a deal to stop migration to the US border. After a phone call on Wednesday, Trump posted online: “She has agreed to stop Migration through Mexico, and into the United States, effectively closing our Southern Border.” Sheinbaum responded quickly that she had reiterated Mexico’s position was not to close borders, but to address migration while respecting human rights. On Monday, Trump alarmed US trading partners as he vowed upon taking office in January to slap an across-the-board tariff of 25% on Mexico and Canada,…
The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has confirmed that smallholder tea farmers under its network will receive their fertilizer suspense refunds in January 2025. In a statement issued on Thursday, November 28, the KTDA noted that the refunds would be disbursed alongside the Green Leaf (GL) payments scheduled for early January. The agency further clarified on its X account that the payments would be made by January 5, 2025. The refund process will involve reconciling records to determine the amount payable to each farmer. This reconciliation will account for factors such as the type and quantity of fertilizers ordered. This…
Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour, which spans nearly two years and covers her 11-album career, has captivated fans worldwide. As the tour approaches its final stop in Vancouver on December 8, one question lingers: how does Swift, 34, perform for over three hours in high heels, rain or shine? The answer lies in her footwear. Legendary designer Christian Louboutin, known for his iconic red-soled shoes, crafted custom heels for Swift to meet the physical demands of her performances. How Christian Louboutin Made Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Shoes In an interview with InStyle, Louboutin explained that he modified his signature red…
Actress Jennifer Garner is mourning the death of her cherished golden retriever, Birdie, who passed away at the age of nine. Garner shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, posting a touching tribute to her loyal companion on Wednesday. “Birdie let us know on Thursday that she wasn’t feeling herself,” Garner wrote, adding that the dog, known for her love of food, had suddenly fallen ill. The actress revealed that Birdie’s illness marked the end of her life, with the family coming together to say goodbye. “The vet told us that dogs often hang on until their person comes home from…
Beyoncé has denied reports that she is planning a tour next year following her much-anticipated Christmas Day halftime performance. “Untrue. Nothing to report here. Whenever there is any news, you will hear it directly from the source first,” the singer’s longtime publicist, Yvette Noel-Schure, wrote on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday. The clarification came after Hits Daily Double, a respected music industry publication, claimed that Beyoncé was preparing for an upcoming tour. Additional reports suggested the singer was planning a series of UK stadium shows for the summer of 2024, including multiple dates at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Beyoncé,…
Leonardo DiCaprio is not engaged to his model girlfriend, Vittoria Ceretti, despite recent online speculation. Rumors of the “Titanic” star proposing began circulating after an anonymous tip was shared on the celebrity gossip platform Deux Moi. However, a source close to the actor dismissed the claims, telling Page Six: “This is nothing more than an Internet rumor.” The insider added that engagement rumors about DiCaprio, who turned 50 on November 11, are a recurring topic. The speculation gained traction earlier this year when Ceretti, 26, was seen wearing a ring on her left hand during an outing with DiCaprio at…
A legal battle involving Kellie Pickler and her late husband’s estate, Kyle Jacobs, has taken a new turn as Reed and Sharon Jacobs, believed to be connected to the case, defend their actions. The pair admitted to entering Pickler’s residence but claimed their visit was conducted “at the express invitation of [Kellie] and her counsel.” They allege that the visit was to discuss the transfer of items belonging to Kyle Jacobs’ estate. Reed and Sharon further stated that the items in question were provided to them directly by Pickler during the visit, arguing that they are under no obligation to…
Kim Kardashian has refuted claims that she was paid for her futuristic photo shoot featuring Tesla’s $30,000 Optimus Robot. According to her representative, the reality star and entrepreneur did not receive compensation from Tesla or its CEO, Elon Musk, for sharing images of the robot with her 359 million Instagram followers. Kardashian, 44, who has been seen at social events alongside Musk, 53, has previously shown admiration for his technological innovations. In addition to her recent post with the robot, she has shared photos of her Tesla Cybertruck on social media. Earlier this month, Kardashian introduced her followers to the…
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has announced the temporary closure of 17 roads and seven streets in Nairobi on Sunday, December 1, 2024, to accommodate a half marathon event marking World AIDS Day. The closure will take place from 6:00 am to 10:00 am, affecting key routes within the Central Business District (CBD). Motorists using these roads during the morning hours are advised to plan accordingly and use alternative routes. KURA Director-General Silas Kinoti explained that the marathon is aimed at promoting the health and well-being of men and boys, in line with the day’s theme. The race will…
Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, Tanzania’s newly elected regional director for the World Health Organization (WHO) in Africa, has died at the age of 55. Dr. Ndugulile passed away on Wednesday morning in India, where he was undergoing treatment. Tanzania’s Speaker of Parliament confirmed the news, though the exact nature of his illness has not been disclosed. Dr. Ndugulile, a trained medical doctor and lawmaker, was set to assume his role as WHO’s Africa Regional Director in February 2024. He was elected to the position in August, succeeding Botswana’s Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, who served two five-year terms. Dr. Ndugulile was widely recognized…