Man United Held to Goalless Draw by Leeds in Pre-Season Friendly
Manchester United and Leeds United played out a 0-0 draw in a pre-season clash held in Oslo, marking a quiet start to both teams’ preparations for the new season. The match featured the debut of Matheus Cunha under new head coach Ruben Amorim, who recently took charge at Manchester United. Despite the introduction of several…
Matiang’i Cancels Mt. Kenya Visit Over Security Concerns
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has cancelled his planned tour of the Mt. Kenya region, citing credible threats to public safety. He revealed that intelligence reports indicated organized groups had been mobilized to disrupt his meetings, prompting him to call off the visit to avoid potential violence. Drawing on his background in national…
Kenya Lifts Visa Requirement for African and Most Caribbean Nationals
Kenya has officially removed visa requirements for citizens of all African countries—excluding Somalia and Libya—and most Caribbean nations, in a landmark move aimed at enhancing regional integration, tourism, and trade. The policy change allows travelers from these countries to enter Kenya without applying for a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Visitors from non-East African…
Cierra Ortega Removed from Love Island USA Over Racist Posts
Cierra Ortega, a contestant on Season 7 of Love Island USA, has been removed from the show after past social media posts containing racial slurs resurfaced, sparking backlash from viewers. Ortega, a 25-year-old content creator from Phoenix, joined the villa as a bombshell and was coupled with Nic Vansteenberghe. Her sudden exit aired on July…
Cal Raleigh Wins 2025 Home Run Derby, Becomes First Catcher to Claim the Title
ATLANTA — July 15, 2025Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh delivered a historic performance Monday night at Truist Park, winning the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby and solidifying his place among baseball’s elite power hitters. Raleigh became the first catcher — and the first switch-hitter — to win the prestigious event, capping a breakout first half…
Full List of 2025 Emmy Nominees Revealed: ‘Severance’ and ‘The Bear’ Lead the Pack
The Television Academy has officially announced the nominees for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, scheduled to be held on September 14, 2025. Comedian Nate Bargatze will host the ceremony, which promises to showcase a vibrant mix of returning favorites and breakout newcomers across all major categories. Apple TV+ continues its strong presence in the awards…
Cameroon’s 92-Year‑Old President Biya to Seek Eighth Term, Vows to Prioritize Youth and Women
Cameroon’s long-serving leader, President Paul Biya, has announced his candidacy for an unprecedented eighth term in the country’s upcoming presidential election scheduled for October 12, 2025. At 92, Biya is currently the world’s oldest sitting head of state and Africa’s second-longest-serving leader, having held office since 1982. In his announcement, he reaffirmed his commitment to…
Comedian KK Mwenyewe, Known for Gachagua Impersonations, Dies at 22
Kiambu, Kenya — Kenyan comedian Zakaria Kariuki, popularly known by his stage name KK Mwenyewe, has passed away at the age of 22 following a short illness. The rising star died on the evening of Monday, July 14, while receiving treatment at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital, according to close friends and fellow comedians. His death…
Fuel Prices Rise Again as EPRA Announces Latest Review
Nairobi, Kenya — The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a fresh increase in fuel prices, marking a significant rise across all petroleum products for the pricing cycle covering July 15 to August 14, 2025. In its latest monthly review, EPRA attributed the hike to a sharp increase in the global landing costs…
Equity Bank Sh1.5 Billion Heist: Ex-Realtors, Rogue Staff, and a Web of Cover-Ups Unmasked
Nairobi, Kenya — A major financial scandal involving Equity Bank has come to light, revealing a complex web of fraud that saw more than Sh1.5 billion siphoned through a series of coordinated transactions allegedly facilitated by rogue employees, former real estate dealers, and a cover-up that has shaken the banking sector. Investigations by the Banking…
