Entertainment
Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen dies aged 67
He is believed to have died of cardiac arrest, according to a representative.
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Autopsy reveals bullet fragments in shot mask hawker brain
The post-mortem also verified the accuracy of a video showing a police officer firing at close range and striking Kariuki in the head.
News
Echoes of defiance: Revisiting Saba Saba as new demos loom
Then, under the firm grip of President Daniel Arap Moi, Kenya was a one-party state where dissent was criminalized and political freedom suppressed.
Sports
Former South African champions Supersport United sold, confirm name change
Supersport finished in position 14 in the 16 team league last season.
Health and Wellness
Pneumonia, cancer and heart disease top causes of death in Kenya – KNBS
In 2020, cardiac arrest, also known as cardiopulmonary arrest,was the top cause of hospital deaths, claiming 9,332 lives, followed by pneumonia with 9,061 and cancer with 6,078 deaths.
Sports
Preview: Athletics stars head to Eugene Oregon for annual Prefontaine Classic
Organizers of the Prefontaine Classic have pulled out all the stops in ensuring that the 50th edition of the Wanda Diamond League meeting will be one of the best ever when the world’s best athletes descend on Eugene on Saturday 5 June 2025
Health and Wellness
Duale: Over 24 million Kenyans now enrolled under SHA
Speaking during a visit to King Fahad Hospital in Lamu County, Duale said 70,000 residents in Lamu had registered with SHA, including 21,000 who signed up on Thursday alone.
Sports
Harambee Stars to feature in CECAFA four nations cup ahead of CHAN
The CECAFA Four Nations Cup in Arusha, Tanzania, from Thursday, 24 to Sunday, 27 July, will offer the Stars the perfect opportunity to pick up some competitive minutes ahead of the upcoming CHAN competition
News
Ruto seals UK health education deals, unveils funding reforms
During his visit to the UK on Wednesday, President Ruto witnessed the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with King’s College London and the University of Nottingham.
Sports
Verstappen shoots down rumours he will join Mercedes
One person who hasn't commented much on the topic is the four-time world champion himself.
Crime
Suspect arrested over Sh999k bank robbery in Parklands
The individual, a civilian, was arrested on Wednesday after being tracked to a hideout in the Rift Valley town.
Sports
Expect changes to playing unit at Gor Mahia, Rachier promises
Rachier is hoping that a season which saw the club finish trophyless and saw continued angst and fighting between players, fans and coaching staff can be closed and buried forever.
News
New bill seeks to ease citizenship path for stateless communities
The amendment proposes that any stateless person who has lived in Kenya continuously for at least seven years be considered lawfully resident and eligible for citizenship through registration.
Sports
Restless Djokovic continues record grand slam bid at Wimbledon
Djokovic goes into his Wimbledon second-round match against Dan Evans on Thursday with an unlikely losing record against the British wildcard, even though they have met only once before
Sports
Boxing: Retired Tyson Fury says he will likely return to fight Alexander Usyk
Fury, 36, retired from boxing in January after losing a title fight rematch with Usyk by unanimous decision the previous month but he is eyeing a return to the ring.
News
Mudavadi defends Kenya–UK strategic alliance amid foreign policy debate
His comments follow increasing public discourse on Kenya’s international alliances, particularly after recent high-profile engagements with the United States and the European Union.
Sports
"It doesn't make sense", Ronaldo mourns former teammate Jota as tributes continue
"To your family, your wife, and your children, I send my condolences and wish them all the strength in the world. I know you will always be with them. Rest in Peace, Diogo and Andre. We will all miss you, Ronaldo said
Technology
Google’s customizable Gemini chatbots are now in Docs, Sheets, and Gmail
Gems are now available directly in the side panel of Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail, allowing users to access custom chatbots they’ve created or a selection of pre-made offerings without switching between apps.
News
Rights groups sound alarm over declining democratic freedoms in Kenya
Eric Mukoya and Innovation Foundation for Democracy director Achille Mbembe raised concern over what they described as a widespread collapse in public faith in democratic governance.
News
Court bars police from arresting blogger Ndiangui Kinyagia
The case will be heard again on July 18.
Business
New Sh2.6 billion Shimoni fishing port set to boost marine sector
The new port includes a 75-metre by 30-metre jetty and a 135-metre causeway capable of docking two vessels at once.
Technology
Cloudflare gives publishers power to block AI bots and demand pay
Cloudflare’s new tool is aimed at what the company calls “uncooperative” AI bots—those that disregard opt-out signals and continue to scrape websites.
News
Senators push for legal changes to grant municipalities financial autonomy
Kericho Governor Eric Mutai, who appeared before the committee, said the Urban Areas and Cities Act must be amended to allow municipalities to keep and use the revenue they collect.
News
Over 1,000 health facilities shut down for SHA fraud, says Ruto
These facilities, located in Kisumu, Bungoma, Busia, Nairobi, Mandera, Wajir, Kajiado, and Kilifi, were found to be engaged in various forms of malpractice.
News
Ex-MCA files petition to remove Sakaja over gross misconduct
In his petition, Ochar argues that the Nairobi County Assembly has the authority to initiate the impeachment process under Standing Order 213, once the matter is subjected to public participation.
Crime
Mental health concerns grow as suicide cases rise
Within just three days, police recorded five deaths in Siaya, Kajiado, Busia, Kisii, and Nyamira counties prompting fresh calls for early intervention and stronger mental health support.
News
Kenyans still buying counterfeit goods despite high awareness, says report
The Authority estimates that one in every five products sold in the Kenyan market is counterfeit, leading to a loss of about Sh800 billion every year.
Sports
Tragedy as Liverpool forward Diogo Jota dies in road crash aged 28
Jota died in car crash near Zamora, in northwestern Spain, Spanish state-owned TV station said on Thursday.
News
Governors face budget blow as Senate caps recurrent spending
The Senate approved a significant reduction of the expenditure limit for county executives from Sh33.75 billion in the previous financial year to Sh23.41 billion.
News
DCI boss Amin expected in court over activist Ndiang'ui's disappearance
High Court Judge Chacha Mwita issued the directive after the DCI failed to comply with earlier orders to produce the activist dead or alive. Amin is expected in court at 11 am.