- The US Senate approved early Thursday a package of spending cuts proposed by President Donald Trump that would cancel more than $9 billion in funding for foreign aid programs and public broadcasting.
- Blue Lounge Restaurant, a popular dining spot in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, has announced its closure, marking the end of its operations in the bustling city.
- Butter prices have soared in dairy export giant New Zealand, latest figures showed Thursday, with local supplies cut short as the industry chases fatter profits overseas. But while New Zealand consumers were feeling the price pinch, the overall economy was benefiting as exporters creamed off larger…
- Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho is facing punishment for driving an untaxed car. The winger is set to leave the club, but no offers have emerged so far.
- Lydia Wanjiru opened up about her lover’s near-fatal fall, urgent surgery, and unexpected health setback, sparking an emotional wave of support and concern.
- Taiwanese chipmaking giant TSMC reported Thursday a forecast-beating 60 percent rise in net profit for the second quarter on sustained demand for artificial intelligence technology. Second quarter revenue was up 39 percent on-year, also beating forecasts.
- Mary Biketi has sent a message to William Ruto to stop turning a blind eye on issues affecting the youth in Kenya including ending abductions and killings.
- A woman in Isiolo was killed by angry residents of the Bulapesa area within Isiolo township after she allegedly killed her children bu setting them on fire.
- The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has raised oil marketers' margins to KSh 17 per litre and withdrawn fuel subsidy, impacting petrol and diesel prices.
- Chinese officials are seeking to tame the country's swelling electric vehicle industry with policies to prevent "irrational competition", state media said, as a brutal price war ensnares top automakers.
- Aldrine Kibet sealed a move to La Liga side Celta Vigo, making him the latest Kenyan star to join a club that features in one of Europe's top five leagues.
- The Kakamega County Public Service Board invited applications from qualified and interested candidates to fill vacant positions in various departments.
- Bahati wore Diana’s revealing gym outfit in a viral video that stirred reactions online and sparked debate over his role as a family man an aspiring politician.
- Adisa Flex, the Nairobi TikToker who recently reunited with her brother after 12 years, has shared the next chapter in her journey of helping him rebuild his life.
- A granny narrated about her decision to return to go to school at 50. Assa Mativu said she had never been to class since she was born, a take she wanted to change.
- Barber Kitiki Sam, battling cancer, opened up about his symptoms and ongoing treatment costs. He appealed for support, and revealed daily and chemotherapy costs.
- The day before Bad Bunny kicked off his blockbuster residency that's expected to bring hundreds of millions of dollars to Puerto Rico while showcasing its rich culture, he posted a simple message: Shop Local.
- Elvis Mases has called on Kenyans of goodwill and wel-wishers to support him financially as he fights bone cancer. The Form Three student was diagnosed in 2023.
- The big-screen success of 1990s video game speedster "Sonic the Hedgehog" has brought new fans to Japan's Sega, which says it is poised for a comeback after two tough decades. It followed the first live-action "Sonic" movie in 2020, as Sega cashes in on a video-game movie craze that saw "The Super…
- Asian markets fluctuated Thursday after a rollercoaster day on Wall Street punctuated by fears Donald Trump was considering sacking the head of the US Federal Reserve. Asian markets struggled to build on Wall Street's lead.
- Africa has seen major healthcare gains, yet many of its presidents continued to seek medical care abroad despite once promoting local health reforms.
- Beverage giant Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar in its US production, President Donald Trump announced Wednesday on social media. "I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL Cane Sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so," Trump wrote on his Truth Social…
- United Airlines reported a drop in second-quarter profits Wednesday on higher costs and predicted a rise in travel as geopolitical worries ease. United had higher salary costs compared with the year-ago period.
- Reckless remarks about rigging elections are shaking trust in Kenya’s democracy. Here's why such talk is dangerous, and what must change before 2027.
- Former senator Gloria Orwoba was fined KSh 10.5m for defaming Senate clerk Nyegenye, sparking a bitter online exchange with his lawyer after the verdict.
- Renovations at Nyayo Stadium have been completed in preparation for the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN). A video showcasing the stadium’s new look has emerged.
- ICT Cabinet secretary William Kabogo has issued a stern warning to parents who allow their children to watch adult content through their mobile phones.
- The Ministry of Roads and Transport clarified that the securitisation of the Road Maintenance Levy (RML) is not the cause of increased pump prices in Kenya.
- Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria told landlords and agents in Pipeline Estate to engage the services of licensed waste management companies.
- Jeridah Andayi had to be silent for a moment as her teen daughter Norah Zawadi ranted. The teenager lectured her mother for not picking up her calls.
- Montenegrin club FK Arsenal Tivat have been handed a 10-year ban from UEFA club competitions over match-fixing during its Conference League qualifying tie in 2023.
- Montenegrin club FK Arsenal Tivat have been handed a 10-year ban from UEFA club competitions over match-fixing during its Conference League qualifying tie in 2023.
- Goldman Sachs reported a jump in second-quarter profits Wednesday behind significant increases in financial advisory revenues that chief executive David Solomon said could presage an uptick in dealmaking. Goldman said increases in advisory fees reflected strength in the Americas, Europe, the Middle…
- Akorino Bishop Johana Gacheni’s death moved many, with Karangu Muraya’s tribute and a viral gospel hit sparking waves of emotion and remembrance online.
- Co-operative Bank Group CEO Dr. Gideon Muriuki said Co-operative Bank of Kenya represents the purest expression of cooperative principles in modern banking.
- Several bar owners in Othaya, Nyeri county are tired of a man who likes to eat and drink from their establishments for free. He came up with a way to avoid bills.
- A tragic accident at Ruthimitu Girls Stage killed a primary school pupil and injured two others. Witnesses report a speeding vehicle lost control before the crash.
- The Muslim Brotherhood's decades-long hold on power is responsible for Sudan's descent into war and collapse. Can justice and reform reclaim the nation?
- MC Jimmie Kajim launched a new podcast, "1-on-1 with Kajim," focusing on entrepreneurs, couples, and inspiring human stories. New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
- Nigeria's 15th president, Mohamadu Buhari, was laid to rest in his native home in Daura, northern Nigeria. He was laid to rest in a simple grave without a coffin.
- US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he was not currently planning to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, but added that he did not rule it out. "I don't rule out anything, but I think it's highly unlikely," he added.
- Bishop Samwuel Ngacha has expressed his disappointment with Kenyans complaining about President William Ruto's move to construct a church at State House.
- Elizabeth could not hold back her tears as she cried out for her child, Richard who was missing. the Grade 4 boy went missing from home on Monday, July 14.
- Several teachers at Magegele Primary School are accused of stealing and selling food supplies meant for pupils, sparking outrage in Makambako Town, Tanzania.
- Taylor Swift's dad, Scott Swift, is recovering after undergoing quintuple bypass surgery. His family, including Taylor, has supported him through his recovery.
