Nearly 3 million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles
The recall, which includes 2.98 million Chinese-made Teslas, follows safety concerns that the hidden door handles are difficult to locate and open in emergency situations.
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Stakeholders call for better eye care for people with diabetes
A 2020 study on the cost of diabetes care in public health facilities in Kenya found that the proportion of patients facing catastrophic healthcare spending rose from 63.1 per cent to 75.4 per cent when transport costs were included.
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World Bank sanctions eCitizen founder due to fraud
The case involved two World Bank-funded projects in Somalia — the Somali Core Economic Institutions and Opportunities Project and the Somalia Capacity Advancement, Livelihoods and Entrepreneurship through Digital Uplift Project.
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Three Suspects Arrested Over Mtito Andei Highway Robbery
The suspects are believed to have been part of a gang that staged a fake roadside emergency near Mutomo on May 6, before allegedly attempting to hijack a transit driver’s car at gunpoint.
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Kenya’s CBC Revolution: What’s New as the First Grade 10 Cohort Enters Senior School
Kenya’s education system is undergoing a major phase of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) transition as the first cohort moves from Junior School to Grade 10 under the new Senior School system. The learners, who began Grade 7 in 2023,…
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Self-restraint in alcohol advertising matters more than the law
Let’s be honest. We’ve all seen them: the billboards that seem to follow you home, the social media posts that make a Friday night cocktail look like the only route to happiness, and the influencer reels where a “refreshing” drink is…
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Ruto says not scared, trusts the judgement of Kenyans
President William Ruto says he is confident Kenyan voters will distinguish between political rhetoric and credible plans ahead of the upcoming general elections. He also dismissed his political rivals. Ruto said in an interview he was “not…
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80 Rolls of Suspected Cannabis Recovered in Naivasha
The National Police Service has thanked members of the public for providing information and encouraged communities to continue reporting suspected drug-related activities.
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Guinea rubbish landfill collapse kills 30
At least 30 people have been killed after a mound of rubbish at a major waste site collapsed on to nearby homes in Guinea’s capital Conakry, the government has said. Another 22 people were injured, including six seriously, in the city’s…
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New Tata boss to face formidable challenges
The shock resignation of Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran earlier this month has left corporate India’s top job vacant. But finding his successor will be no easy task for the country’s most revered conglomerate, whose sprawling $300bn…
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Burnham to visit Kyiv on first foreign trip and reaffirm UK support for Ukraine
Andy Burnham will mark his first foreign visit as prime minister with a trip to Kyiv on Monday to reiterate the UK’s support for Ukraine and honour the country’s independence day. The prime minister will chair his first meeting of the…
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Oparanya Says Western Kenya Development Under Ruto Is Visible
The Cabinet Secretary further called for the consolidation of ODM’s grassroots support while urging residents to back the broad-based government and Ruto’s bid for a second term.
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How a jilted lover’s fury sparked Maasai-Kisii youth clash in South Mugirango
What began as a private quarrel between two young men over a woman has spiralled into a deadly confrontation in Mesocho, South Mugirango, raising fears that a personal dispute could trigger wider tensions between Maasai and Gusii youths…
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Poor, jiggered and hopeless: The rise of a vegetable vendor to Kisii Governor
From jigger-infested feet and childhood hardship to the governor’s office, Simba Arati’s unlikely journey is a story of grit, survival, resilience and ambition. Before the suits, political rallies and official vehicles, young Paul Simba…
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Murkomen slams Gachagua over personal attacks, urges media objectivity
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over what he termed personal attacks targeting the families of political leaders. Murkomen accused Gachagua…
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Woman wears fancy dress every day for a year
A woman who has worn a different fancy dress outfit every day for 200 days is aiming to complete a full year in costume. For most people fancy dress is reserved for Halloween or parties, but for Lisa Hughes, 52, from Farnworth, in Bolton,…
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Trump says Canada wants ‘benefits’ of being US state after trade talks collapse
US President Donald Trump has said Canada wants “the benefits of being a State, without being one” after trade talks between the two countries collapsed late on Friday. In his first comments since negotiations broke down, triggering new…
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Dozens of co-ordinated arson attacks hit southern Thailand
More than 50 co-ordinated arson and incendiary attacks “aimed at creating unrest” have been carried out across Thailand’s insurgency-hit south, the Thai military has said. At least two people were injured, with a local government office…
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DR Congo and M23 rebels agree roadmap for peace talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo government and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have agreed a roadmap for peace talks. In a joint statement after five days of talks in Switzerland, they said they had pledged to “pursue negotiations…
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FKF react after violence, vandalism mars FKF Super Cup tie between Tusker, Gor Mahia
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 23, 2026 – The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has condemned acts of violence and vandalism witnessed during and after the Super Cup match between Tusker and Gor…
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Five-peat, no defeat: Muthaiga Golf Club cruise to Patron’s Cup title on home soil
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 23, 2026 – Muthaiga Golf Club held their nerve to claim a fifth straight Patron’s Cup crown on the final day of competition on home soil on…
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Szoboslai rescues point for Liverpool with last-gasp penalty at Newcastle
NEWCASTLE, England, August 23, 2026 – Dominik Szoboszlai scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty as Liverpool denied Newcastle an opening game victory at St James’ Park. Goals from Anthony Elanga and…
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Kimutai, Chepng’eno win Belgut half marathon as millions raised to support needy students
Kiprono Kimutai and Jackline Chepngeno won the 3rd edition of Nelson Koech’s Belgut Half Marathon held on Sunday in Kericho County. Kimutai cut the tape in 1 hour and 46 seconds to bag the men’s title ahead of Wisley Kipmoi and Alex…
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Life after Pep: Gvardiol strikes late as City recover to beat Bournemouth
MANCHESTER, England, August 23, 2026 – Manchester City scored two late goals to earn Enzo Maresca a win in his first Premier League game in charge – and deny Marco…
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