Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta has married PBS NewsHour White House correspondent Liz Landers in a ceremony held in Arlington, Virginia. According to reports, Acosta, 55, and Landers, 35, exchanged vows on Saturday, June 6, at the Army Navy Country Club, surrounded by family, friends, and colleagues from the media industry. The couple reportedly met while working at CNN and became engaged six months ago during a trip to Hawaii. Speaking ahead of the wedding, Landers said the venue held special significance for her family, noting that her grandfather, a retired Army general, spent much of his later years at…
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Police have recovered a consignment of cannabis sativa following a road accident along the Chemelil–Miwani–Kisumu Road in Kisumu County. In a statement, police said officers from Miwani Police Station responded to the accident at Ombeyi Junction on June 7, 2026. Preliminary investigations established that a white Mazda vehicle lost control, veered off the road and rolled into a ditch. Members of the public rescued the occupants before alerting the police. However, by the time officers arrived at the scene, the occupants had fled. A search of the vehicle and the accident scene led to the recovery of cannabis sativa that…
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has condemned the detention of former Chief Justice David Maraga and several environmental activists during a protest against a proposed government plan to excise part of Nairobi National Park for the expansion of Bomas of Kenya. In a statement, LSK President Charles Kanjama termed the incident an attack on constitutional rights, saying the peaceful demonstrators were exercising freedoms protected under the Constitution. “Bundling a retired head of our Judiciary into a police vehicle for peacefully opposing a Sh42 billion project, reportedly pushed through without public participation, is a direct assault on the civic space…
At least 32 people have died after a magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao island in the southern Philippines, officials say. The quake hit at 07:37 local time on Monday (Sunday 23:37 GMT), triggering tsunami alerts in the Philippines, Indonesia, Japan and Australia. Some of those were cancelled hours later. Videos and images showed buildings collapsing, including a clip of a Jollibee fast food restaurant reduced to rubble, and landslides have been recorded in some areas. More than 100 people have been injured across several provinces, almost two dozen are missing, and 10,000 residents have been pre-emptively evacuated, authorities…
Bea Arthur was an American actress, comedian, and singer who had an estimated net worth of $25 million at the time of her death in 2009. Over the course of a decades-long career on stage, film, and television, Arthur became one of the most respected performers in entertainment history, best known for her unforgettable role on the classic sitcom The Golden Girls. Arthur starred in 177 episodes of The Golden Girls, which aired from 1985 to 1992. She played Dorothy Zbornak, a sharp, intelligent, and often sarcastic former teacher who shared a Miami home with three other women. Starring alongside…
Betty White was an American actress, comedian, television host, producer, author, and animal welfare advocate who had an estimated net worth of $75 million at the time of her death in December 2021. Over a career that spanned more than seven decades, White became one of the most beloved and recognizable figures in entertainment, earning wealth through television, film, producing, publishing, endorsements, and real estate investments. Best remembered for her unforgettable roles as Rose Nylund in the hit sitcom The Golden Girls and Sue Ann Nivens in The Mary Tyler Moore Show, White remained a cultural icon well into her…
American actress, producer, author, and former fashion model Candice Bergen has an estimated net worth of $70 million. The Emmy-winning star amassed her wealth through a celebrated acting career spanning more than five decades, bestselling books, television success, and strategic real estate holdings. Bergen is best known for her iconic role as television journalist Murphy Brown, a character that earned her multiple Emmy Awards and cemented her place among television’s most respected performers. Beyond her own earnings, her wealth was also enhanced through her marriage to billionaire real estate developer Marshall Rose, whom she married in 2000. Rose passed away…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has reminded taxpayers to file their 2025 Income Tax Returns by June 30, 2026, warning that those who fail to comply risk facing default tax assessments under the law. In a public notice issued on Monday, KRA said the filing process for the 2025 Year of Income is ongoing and urged individuals and businesses to submit their returns before the deadline. “The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) reminds all taxpayers that filing of Income Tax Returns for the Year of Income 2025 is ongoing and must be completed by 30th June, 2026,” the tax authority said.…
Police in Migori County have arrested two suspects after a man was found in possession of a firearm during a football match at Sony Green Stadium in Awendo. In a statement, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the incident occurred during a match between Migori Youth FC and Equity Bank FC when a man identified as Godfrey Otieno, alias “Daddy,” allegedly attempted to access the VIP section of the stadium. Security officers on duty intercepted him and attempted to restrain him. During the confrontation, Otieno allegedly produced a firearm, prompting officers to act swiftly and disarm him before the…
Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) detectives have dismantled a suspected drug trafficking network in Mombasa, arresting three suspects and seizing cannabis valued at approximately Sh6 million. In a statement, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the operation was conducted in the Mtopanga area of Mombasa County following a tip-off from members of the public. Detectives raided a two-bedroom house suspected to be a drug distribution centre and recovered three sacks containing cannabis sativa weighing about 200 kilograms. Officers also seized a Honda motorcycle, registration number KMGA 080F, which is believed to have been used in the transportation and distribution of the…
Kevin Kline is an American actor, comedian, and voice artist with an estimated net worth of $35 million. Over a career spanning more than five decades, Kline has established himself as one of the most respected performers in both film and theatre, earning major awards across stage, screen, and voice acting. Kline’s career highlights include an Academy Award, three Tony Awards, multiple Emmy, BAFTA, and Golden Globe nominations, and induction into the American Theatre Hall of Fame. From Broadway to Hollywood, he has built a reputation for versatility, depth, and comedic brilliance. Kevin Kline Net Worth $35 Million Date of…
Mary Steenburgen is an American actress, singer, and songwriter who has a net worth of $80 million. Her fortune is a combined net worth with her husband of several decades, fellow actor Ted Danson. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Steenburgen has become one of Hollywood’s most respected and versatile performers, earning an Academy Award and starring in a wide range of acclaimed films and television series. Steenburgen first rose to prominence after winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her third film, Melvin and Howard (1980). She went on to build an impressive filmography that…
Lawrence Kasdan is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and director with an estimated net worth of $40 million. Widely regarded as one of Hollywood’s most influential storytellers, Kasdan built his fortune through a career spanning more than four decades, writing and directing some of the most successful films in cinema history. Best known for his work on the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises, Kasdan helped shape modern blockbuster filmmaking while also earning critical acclaim for character-driven dramas such as The Big Chill, The Accidental Tourist, and Grand Canyon. His combination of commercial success and artistic recognition has made him…
David Benioff is an American screenwriter, novelist, producer, and television creator with an estimated net worth of $100 million. Best known as the co-creator and showrunner of the global television phenomenon Game of Thrones, Benioff built his fortune through bestselling novels, blockbuster film screenplays, lucrative television deals, and major streaming contracts. Over the course of his career, Benioff has become one of Hollywood’s most successful writer-producers. While he first gained attention as a novelist and screenwriter, his financial success reached new heights through HBO’s Game of Thrones, which became one of the most watched and profitable television series in history.…
Marc Benioff is an American billionaire entrepreneur, philanthropist, and business executive with an estimated net worth of $6.7 billion. He is best known as the founder, chairman, and CEO of Salesforce, the cloud-computing giant that revolutionized how businesses use software. Through Salesforce’s remarkable growth, Benioff has become one of the most influential figures in the technology industry and a leading advocate for corporate philanthropy. Beyond his success in technology, Benioff is also known for his ownership of Time magazine, his extensive charitable giving, and his efforts to promote social responsibility in business. Marc Benioff Net Worth $6.7 Billion Date of…