RISE TODAY - ART & CULTURE MONDAY

17 May 2024 - Children up to the age of 18 at schools in England will not be taught gender identity under government proposals published Thursday, amid growing concern in the UK and elsewhere about transgender issues.

17 May 2024 - The Palestinian government has not received the financial support it had expected from international and regional partners, President Mahmoud Abbas said at an Arab League summit on Thursday.

17 May 2024 - Families huddled near the line of small coffins in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, all mourning the children and others killed in a rocket attack, many shouting out accusations against the rebels they said launched the assault.

17 May 2024 - Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has disclosed that the oncoming Limuru III conference slated for tomorrow has shadow sponsors who may be willing to splash money on the attendants.

17 May 2024 - During an interview with Citizen TV on Thursday evening, Kimani emphasized the importance of adequately funding the constitutional office of the Deputy President so that it can carry out its mandate.

17 May 2024 - The Beyond Zero Initiative once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to humanitarian aid by donating essential items to victims of the recent heavy rains and floods in Mathare, Nairobi County.

17 May 2024 - A budget estimate presented by the Controller of State House Katoo Ole Metito shows extravagance in government spending at a time when Kenyans are furious with the continued tax burden contained in the Finance Bill 2024.

17 May 2024 - Tax experts have expressed outrage over what they termed as retrogressive tax proposals contained in the Finance Bill 2024.

17 May 2024 - Kenya, Uganda to extend oil pipeline from Eldoret to Kampala

17 May 2024 - ANC officials downplay talk of dissolution amid significant state appointments