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President Donald Trump has said he will “immediately” ask the US Supreme Court to rehear a case challenging birthright citizenship in the US. It comes a week after the high court ruled that those born in the US have a constitutional right…
The US launched a new round of strikes on Iran after President Donald Trump signalled he would “hit them hard again tonight” following an exchange of attacks on Tuesday. The US has launched a new round of strikes on Iran after President…
Ichiro Suzuki is one of the greatest baseball players of all time, and his remarkable career translated into extraordinary financial success. As of 2025, Ichiro Suzuki net worth is estimated at $180 million, earned through Major League…
Justin Bieber has joined the star-studded list of half-time performers who will close out the 2026 World Cup in New York. The Canadian pop star will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira and K-pop ensemble BTS during the tournament’s…
The Ministry of Labour has justified the recent minimum wage increase, saying the decision was aimed at improving workers’ welfare. Speaking to the media on July 8, Principal Secretary for Labour and Skills Development Shadrack Mwadime…
Democrat Graham Platner has suspended his campaign for US Senate in Maine, following a series of scandals that included a woman accusing him of sexual assault. In the days since the accusation was made, Democrats have called on him to drop…
Ty Cobb net worth remains one of the most fascinating stories in sports history. While he became one of baseball’s greatest players, much of his wealth came from smart investments rather than his salary on the field. At the time of his…
Justin Bieber has joined the star-studded list of half-time performers who will close out the 2026 World Cup in New York. The Canadian pop star will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira and K-pop ensemble BTS during the tournament’s…
Tech giant Meta announced Wednesday it will construct a massive data center in central Alberta. This data center, known as the Sturgeon Data Centre, will be the company’s first in Canada, as it rapidly builds out computing capacity to…
Police in Teso South Sub-County, Busia County launched investigations into a suspected murder after the body of an unidentified man was discovered dumped along the Amerikwai–Malaba Road. The incident was reported at about 11:00 a.m. on…
Nyota ndogo has revealed that her timeless hit song “Nibebe,” released in 2004, holds a special place in her heart. The song, which became popular soon after its release, helped cement her as one of the stars to watch at the Coast. In an…
Lucille Ball was an American actress, comedian, producer, model, and businesswoman who had a net worth of $60 million at the time of her death in 1989. Adjusted for inflation, that fortune would be worth approximately $125 million today.…
The Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has appointed six members to the National Infrastructure Fund Board for a three-year term. In a gazette notice dated July 8, Mbadi appointed James Mworia Mwirigi, Fahima Ali Ahmed Zein,…
President William Ruto has appointed Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to chair a high-level government committee that will oversee the implementation of the planned Sh2.2 trillion East African oil refinery in Lamu, as the government moves…
DeForest Kelley was an American actor, singer, screenwriter, and poet who had an inflation-adjusted net worth of approximately $5 million at the time of his death in 1999. He became a television icon through his portrayal of Dr. Leonard…
Taylor Swift fans have paid $25 (Ksh. 3232.50) for pieces of trash, including cigarette butts and an ovulation test kit, collected near Swift’s wedding to NFL star Travis Kelce. A New York artist picked up the garbage last Friday from city…
Gene Roddenberry was an American television writer, producer, and futurist who had an inflation-adjusted net worth of approximately $500 million at the time of his death. The estimate includes the long-term value of the Star Trek…
High Court Advocate Ndegwa Njiru has been released after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) declined to approve an obstruction charge against him on July 9. Ndegwa Njiru’s defense team, led by his younger brother,…
Desi Arnaz was a Cuban-American actor, musician, television producer, and businessman who had an estimated net worth of $20 million at the time of his death in 1986. Best known for playing Ricky Ricardo on the groundbreaking sitcom I Love…
Linda Purl is an American actress, singer, and stage performer with an estimated net worth of $5 million. She has built her wealth through a television and film career spanning more than five decades, alongside successful work as a jazz…
President William Ruto praised National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and Members of Parliament for what he described as strong leadership and bipartisan cooperation as the government advances its fiscal agenda. Speaking at State…
President William Ruto has signed the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, 2026, into law, creating a framework that will set aside 30% of revenue from Kenya’s petroleum and mineral resources for future generations. Speaking during the assenting…
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has rolled out biometric fingerprint identification for all registered child dependents, introducing a new verification layer for minors seeking treatment under the national health insurance scheme. In a…
The government has proposed new rules seeking the suspension of betting accounts belonging to punters battling gambling addiction. The proposed Gambling Control (Conduct of Gambling Operations) Regulations, 2026 – drafted under the…
