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Across sports, activism, media, culture, and public service, women shattered ceilings, set records, won major awards, and took up space on both national and global stages
Stranger Things star Joe Keery, performing as DJO, topped Spotify’s global chart over the weekend with his 2022 track “End of Beginning,” overtaking Taylor Swift’s long-running No. 1 single.
Craig, one of Kenya’s last super tuskers, has died in Amboseli National Park, leaving behind a legacy of strength, gentle authority, and a lasting impact on conservation and wildlife heritage.
While generations know him for his elastic facial expressions and silent slapstick genius, Atkinson’s real-life story is just as astonishing, sometimes even more dramatic than his on-screen mishaps.
No physical altercation occurred betwen Toxic and Tipsy, but the intensity of the encounter drew thousands of views across social media overnight.
The 30-year-old lost consciousness after enduring 79 hours and 40 minutes hugging a tree in Murang’a town, where the endurance feat began.
Your handbag is more than an accessory; it’s a subtle reflection of your lifestyle, your taste, and the way you navigate the world
Combs’ spokesperson says finances are fully managed and payroll is normal, but sources allege some employees went unpaid and Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group tightly controls spending.
In a viral video, the zebra is seen running along a busy road, seemingly calm yet alert, as it follows a group of donkeys through the neighbourhood.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, died on Wednesday after a brief illness.
Global YouTube star MrBeast has announced plans to return to Kenya, a revelation that has thrilled fans both locally and across the region
The two reportedly met when they were just 14 years old and later married in 2014. Over the years, they welcomed two sons and often highlighted family life as a core part of their online identity
The funds were directed to Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation, an organisation Melinda established in 2022 to focus on advancing women, families and gender equity
Muhoozi Kainerugaba has sparked widespread outrage after posting violent threats against opposition leader Bobi Wine and his supporters following the disputed 2026 election.
Amid deafening noise and immense pressure, Diaz struck his effort, but the Senegalese goalkeeper produced a crucial save that stunned the crowd and shifted the emotional balance of the match.
Sources close to the Senegal camp said Saibari acknowledged that emotions got the better of him and took responsibility for his actions, offering a face-to-face apology to Mendy.
Sinners’ success is particularly striking given the Academy’s historical reluctance to embrace horror films, a genre rarely rewarded in major categories.
The honour comes after a standout period for the 36-year-old global pop superstar, who recently shattered her own sales records with her October album The Life of a Showgirl
The film dominates Oscars with 16 nominations, rewriting horror genre history.
Ronaldo stood next to Mané as the moment unfolded, cutting the cake before serving it to him, in a show of unity.
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