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Japan fight back in 2-2 Dutch thriller at World Cup

By AFP   2026-06-15 01:33:39

Japan scored an 88th-minute equaliser as they twice fought back to rescue a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in front of 69,285 in Texas on Sunday to open their World Cup campaigns.

Murkomen: Suspects in All Saints Cathedral attack arrested

By Mike Kihaki   2026-06-14 20:00:19

Several arrested over attack at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi, Interior CS Murkomen says suspects identified through CCTV will be arraigned in court.

Tiny Curacao tackle Germany at World Cup as Iran arrive in US

By AFP   2026-06-14 16:56:18

The smallest nation by population in the tournament comes face-to-face with the four-time winners on Sunday when tiny Curacao play Germany in a true World Cup fairytale.

Indonesian economy comes up for air but struggles to win back investors

By AFP   2026-06-14 10:33:37

Indonesia's economy faces a perfect storm wrought by high energy prices, and while the currency has rebounded slightly, critics warn government policies are unnerving investors at a critical moment.

Tragedy of schoolboy without fare exposes cracks in Kenya's social safety net

By Jayne Rose Gacheri   2026-06-14 04:15:03

Experts say the reported death of a student who allegedly lacked bus fare highlights a growing erosion of collective responsibility, calling for greater protection and support for children.

Sixteen empty beds should bring Kenya back to position

By Isaac Kalua Green   2026-06-13 21:30:05

A reflection on the Utumishi Girls tragedy urges parents, schools and government to rethink discipline, safety and responsibility in raising and protecting children.