Boy, 14, stabbed in shopping centre attack
Greater Manchester Police said the boy was injured on the 9th floor of Manchester's Arndale Centre just after 15:00 BST on Saturday.
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Ebola risk to public remains low despite 7 confirmed cases, ministry says
It maintained that there was no evidence of community transmission, although it cautioned that more infections could emerge among people already under observati
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Kindiki puts contractors on notice over delays, poor work
Kindiki said the government would not tolerate contractors who receive public funds but fail to deliver quality work, warning that such practices waste taxes.
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Ruto commissions new Nandi county Headquarters in Kapsabet
The headquarters is expected to serve as the central administrative hub for the county government, bringing executive offices under one roof
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Probe after man found dead seated on chair outside a house in Meru
The body of the deceased, identified as Lawrence Mwas was discovered by his landlord, who subsequently alerted the authorities through the area administration.
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Babu: I won’t fight Raila’s daughter over Nairobi race
Babu said he will not attack the daughter of his late political mentor Raila Odinga as he pursues the city’s governorship.
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Police officer in hospital after being shot in Nottingham
Nottinghamshire Police said the officer had approached two suspects in Angel Row shortly before the incident at 04:50 BST on Sunday.
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Maraga: Opposition will pick one candidate to face Ruto in 2027
The UGM co-party leader says Kenyans must judge the government on leadership, public services and the use of public resources.
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Ebola: Symptoms to watch for
Officials emphasise that seeking medical attention early is essential, as prompt care can improve chances of survival for infected individuals.
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Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vapes
Vaping nicotine, a highly addictive substance, is less harmful than cigarettes, but the long-term effects are not yet clear, according to the NHS.
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EACC, UNODC seek stronger cooperation in corruption fight
EACC said it remained committed to strategic partnerships aimed at advancing accountability, protecting public resources and upholding the rule of law
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Bitok backs Sh17.3m incentives to boost volleyball competition
Under a new partnership between KVF and betting firm betPawa, players and technical staff will receive Sh4,000 each for a win under the Locker Room Bonus progra
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Ruto appoints Nelson Marwa to chair Nairobi Rivers Commission
Changes were announced through Gazette Notice No. 16248, dated October 16. Marwa will serve as the chairperson for three years
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Natembeya explains why he is at loggerheads with Ruto
Natembeya argued that the dispute raised broader questions about the constitutional boundaries between the two levels of government.
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Ruto dubs Jalang’o ‘Seneta wa Nairobi’ days after Winnie Odinga joined race
The President has once again publicly associated the Lang’ata MP with the Nairobi Senate seat ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Signs and symptoms of breast cancer
Common symptoms include a lump or thickening in the breast, often without pain, and changes in the breast’s size, shape or appearance.
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Probe as man’s body found dumped in Githurai thicket with limbs bound
The body was discovered on October 16, 2026, with the man’s head partially covered by a sack and his hands and legs bound with binding wire.
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Violent clashes, looting and buildings ablaze in France as over 1,000 arrested after protests
Buildings were set alight in the capital and other areas, including in Limoges where a large fire in the town hall caused the roof to partly collapse.
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Watchman, 70, killed in bar break-in attack in Machakos
Police said Bernard King’oo Kioko and a colleague were responding to the reported break-in when they were attacked by suspected assailants.
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Deadly fire breaks out at Canada military base
The Canadian Armed Forces were working with local authorities to manage the fire and were looking into what caused it, David McGuinty said.
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Police probe Kitale incident that left two officers injured
The National Police Service says two government vehicles were damaged as investigations continue into the incident in Trans Nzoia County
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Africa body plays down Kenya second Ebola case
Africa CDC says cases emerging from unknown sources would be more worrying. Experts further explains Ebola begins like flu or malaria
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Wandayi to Ruto: Those who supported Raila are now behind you
Wandayi, who has backed Ruto since joining the broad-based government arrangement, urged the President to continue with his work
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Thousands turn up for Ruto’s rally in Eldoret
The rally brought together leaders from across the political divide as Ruto highlighted his administration’s development agenda.
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