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Christine Dawood recounts the devastating aftermath of the Titan implosion, revealing her husband and son’s remains were returned as “slush” months after the Titanic-bound expedition.
Kenya has received critically endangered mountain bongos from the Czech Republic in a conservation move welcomed by Musalia Mudavadi as a key milestone in efforts to restore the species.
Liverpool and Barcelona could meet in a pre-season friendly in Nairobi as part of their preparations for the 2026-27 campaign, according to This is Anfield.
Edward Ndiritu, 53, completed the 26.2-mile London Marathon in a 10kg rhino costume, turning an already tough race into a powerful conservation statement and a remarkable endurance feat.
A rare photo believed to show Mekatilili wa Menza has surfaced, sparking national excitement and renewed interest in the Giriama heroine who led resistance against the British.
South African police recovered human remains from a crocodile in the Komati River during a flood search for a missing businessman, with DNA tests underway to confirm his identity.
A United Airlines jet struck a truck while descending to Newark Liberty International Airport, injuring one driver and triggering a federal investigation into the near-disaster.
From the moment a child arrives, every choice feels weighty, with constant questions such as how much freedom is too much and how much caution is enough
Embarambamba has triggered mixed reactions online after staging a mud-covered stunt to call out politicians for allegedly ignoring his calls, with critics questioning both his methods and message.
Instagram’s so-called “Great Purge of 2026” has seen celebrities lose millions of followers as Meta cracks down on bots, repost accounts and suspected fake profiles using new AI moderation systems.
Miss Universe Kenya 2026 has launched in Nairobi, removing age, weight and relationship barriers as it seeks diverse women to represent Kenya globally, focusing on empowerment and advocacy.
The digital system launches on June 10, 2026, via the eCitizen platform, replacing manual, paper-based registration with automated, real-time processes.
A Texas jury sentenced former FedEx driver Tanner Horner to death for the 2022 kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand, ending a case that shocked the United States.
Orphaned baby hippo “Bumpy” was rescued in Naivasha by KWS and Sheldrick Wildlife Trust after refusing to leave his dead mother. He is now safe, bottle-fed, and settling at a sanctuary in Tsavo.
President William Ruto sparked online reactions after mistakenly referring to Nyahururu residents as “barabara” during a Laikipia visit, where he was inspecting roads and housing projects.
The Pentagon has released hundreds of declassified UFO, now called UAP, files under Donald Trump’s directive, triggering global debate and renewed speculation over unexplained aerial encounters.
Brian Kipkoech, the Kenyan man whose heartbreaking videos showed him homeless and stranded in Dubai, has safely returned home after well-wishers rallied online to rescue and fly him back to Kenya.
KWS has issued a public alert after a hyena was sighted in Syokimau, with surveillance underway as the animal is believed to be moving through bushy land toward Katani.
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at the age of 29 after a suspected drug overdose in Los Angeles, leaving the NBA world in shock and mourning.
Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo, widely known for starring in Yemi Alade’s hit “Johnny” music video, has reportedly died at the age of 40 after a private battle with cancer.
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