Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese looks set to secure a second term in office, media networks project, with voters choosing stability over change against a backdrop of global turmoil inflicted by a returning US President Donald Trump. Albanese’s Labor Party needs at least 76 of 150 lower-house seats to win a majority, and while votes were still being counted, early swings towards Labor suggested the party would retain government, according to projections from national broadcaster the ABC. Albanese won re-election but it is unclear yet if he has a majority, local networks say based on early vote counts. Early results…
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Five people were rescued after spending 36 hours atop a plane in an alligator-infested swamp in the Amazon after it was forced to make an emergency landing, local authorities said. The small plane was found by local fishermen in Bolivia’s Amazonas region on Friday having been missing for 48 hours. The survivors – three women, a child and the 29-year-old pilot – were rescued in “excellent condition”, Wilson Avila, director of the Beni Department’s emergency operations centre, said. A search and rescue mission was launched on Thursday after the plane disappeared from the radar of the Beni Department in central…
Chief Justice Martha Koome has re-appointed Bett Jackson Kiprotich as the Chairperson and Katina Robert Mnangat as the Vice Chairperson of the Micro and Small Enterprises Tribunal. The appointments were announced through a gazette notice and both will serve for a term of five years. In the same notice, CJ Koome appointed Linda Riziki Emukule and Raphael Wambua Kigamwa to the Council of the National Council for Law Reporting. Their term will run for three years. The Chief Justice also made changes to the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) Committees. She named Emily Mubichi and Julliet Owala…
Police released four film makers who had been arrested over claims of false publication without any charges. Nicholas Wambugu, Brian Adagala, Mark Karubiu and Christopher Wamae were released on free bond but without their devices, lawyers said. This means police are still investigating their work. They had been arrested from their studio in Karen over alleged role in the production of BBC documentary Blood Parliament that captured events of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests. A group of lawyers and activists flocked Pangani and Muthaiga police stations demanding their release. They said the police move was out to intimidate…
The government has explained that the delay in disbursing a $350 million (Sh45 billion) grant from the World Bank, meant to support urban development in 79 municipalities, is due to the pending approval of a key piece of legislation. This was revealed during a meeting between the Senate Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing and senior officials from the Ministry of Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development. The Committee, chaired by Migori Senator Eddy Okech, met with the Ministry to discuss progress, challenges, and future plans in the housing and urban development sector. Principal Secretary for Housing Charles Hinga…
A Senate committee is pushing for major changes to the Technopolis Bill, 2024, to give county governments a stronger role in the development and management of Kenya’s planned technology cities. The Senate Committee on Information, Communication and Technology, chaired by Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang, met in Kiambu County and said it plans to introduce amendments to the controversial Bill, which was introduced in the National Assembly earlier this year as Bill No. 6 of 2024. The proposed law aims to create technopolises—high-tech innovation hubs designed to attract investment, research, and skilled talent. However, senators say the current draft does…
Legendary jockey Pat Day has built a lasting legacy in American horse racing and holds an impressive net worth of $8 million. Known for his precision, consistency, and sportsmanship, Day’s remarkable career spans decades and includes victories at some of the most prestigious events in the sport. Pat Day Net Worth $8 Million Date of Birth Oct 13, 1953 Place of Birth Brush Nationality American Early Life Pat Day was born in October 1953 in Brush, Colorado, and quickly rose to prominence in the racing world. His dominance in the saddle earned him the Eclipse Award for Outstanding Jockey a…
Larry Fink, the powerful figure at the helm of BlackRock Inc., boasts a staggering net worth of $1 billion. As the chairman and CEO of the world’s largest asset management firm—with more than $10 trillion in assets under management—Fink has cemented his legacy as one of the most influential financial executives in modern history. Larry Fink Net Worth $1 Billion Date of Birth November 2, 1952 Place of Birth Van Nuys, California Nationality American Rise to Billionaire Status Fink officially joined the billionaire ranks in April 2018, primarily due to his significant equity holdings in BlackRock. At that point, his…
Johnny Galecki, best known for his role as Leonard Hofstadter in the hit TV series The Big Bang Theory, has amassed an impressive net worth of $100 million. The Belgian-born American actor rose to prominence thanks to a long and successful career that spans television, film, and theater — but it was The Big Bang Theory that catapulted him into the ranks of the world’s highest-paid TV stars. Johnny Galecki Net Worth $100 Million Date of Birth April 30, 1975 Place of Birth Bree, Belgium Nationality American Profession Actor Early Life Born on April 30, 1975, in Bree, Belgium, Johnny…
Demi Moore, the American actress, producer, and philanthropist, has amassed an impressive net worth of $200 million, making her one of Hollywood’s most successful women both on-screen and off. Best known for her roles in blockbusters like Ghost, A Few Good Men, and Indecent Proposal, Moore rose to prominence in the early 1990s and quickly became one of the highest-paid actresses of her generation. Her wealth stems from a mix of high-paying film roles, lucrative real estate deals, film production, and a headline-making divorce settlement. Here’s a closer look at how Demi Moore built her multimillion-dollar empire. Demi Moore Net…
David Goggins, the former Navy SEAL turned ultra-endurance athlete, motivational speaker, and bestselling author, has an estimated net worth of $5 million. His journey from a tumultuous childhood to becoming one of the most mentally and physically resilient men in America has not only inspired millions but also cemented his place as a self-made success. David Goggins Net Worth $5 Million Date of Birth February 17, 1975 Place of Birth Buffalo, New York Nationality American Profession Athlete, Motivational Speaker, Author Early Life Born on February 17, 1975, in Buffalo, New York, Goggins faced a traumatic upbringing marked by abuse from…
The Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations has announced plans to amend the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act to set clear rules for how county governments open, manage, and close their bank accounts. This move is aimed at enforcing compliance with existing regulations that require all county government accounts to be opened at the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), except for petty cash accounts. The committee said the changes will help improve accountability, transparency, and efficiency across all 47 devolved units. Currently, Regulation 82 (1)(b) of the PFM (County Governments) Regulations, 2015, stipulates that county accounts must be…
The government plans to introduce a new national disability registration tool, expected to cost Sh800 million, in a move to improve how it counts and supports persons with disabilities in Kenya. Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua made the announcement on Friday, May 2, 2025, during a meeting with the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare, chaired by West Pokot Senator Julius Murgor. The meeting was convened to respond to a statement by committee vice-chairperson Senator Crystal Asige, who had strongly criticized the government for failing to accurately include persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the 2019…
A new study by the Ministry of Health has revealed that most women who undergo abortions in Kenya are married or living with a partner. The report, released in April 2025, dubbed “Incidence of Induced Abortions and the Severity of Abortion-related Complications in Kenya”, found that an estimated 792,694 induced abortions occurred in the country in 2023. This translates to 57.3 abortions for every 1,000 women of reproductive age (15–49 years), and 48.1 abortions for every 100 live births. The study shows that abortion rates vary widely across different regions in Kenya. Areas with the highest rates of unintended pregnancies…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and National Police Service joined media professionals, civil society organizations, and other key stakeholders in commemorating World Press Freedom Day. The theme for the year is “Reporting in the Brave New World. The impact of Artificial Intelligence on press freedom and the media, at the Concord Hotel in Nairobi”. The Acting Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, Hassan Abdi, emphasized that the event was more than a symbolic celebration. He described it as a moment to reaffirm commitment to the principles that support an informed and just society, where the truth can…