Rampaging sharks high on cocaine might be a great pitch for the next summer blockbuster, but the truth of the matter is much scarier. In Antwerp, which comes in first place, researchers found a staggering 1,721mg per 1,000 people in the city's wastewater. By sampling every day for a week-long period, the researchers can even see how each city's drug habits shift from day to day. The levels of cocaine in city wastewater pose a serious problem for wildlife. The researchers discovered that sharks had high levels of the drug in their muscles and livers.

July 23, 2024 20:17 UTC

South Africa, Senegal, Brazil, Mexico, Malaysia and Indonesia were the selected global South countries for the funding. South Africa was included because its industrial policy models provide key lessons that can be adapted for other countries. Only two African countries, South Africa and Senegal, will be getting money from a giant Open Society Foundations (OSF) green energy fund later this year, in part thanks to governments that have shown dedication in dealing with climate change. "There is a level of complexity to choosing priority countries in Africa," Laura Carvalho, director of economic and climate prosperity at the Open Society Foundations, told News24. AFPOSF seeks to invest in the development of green and equitable economic models that can deliver both climate action and economic development.

July 23, 2024 18:57 UTC

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua during an interview on Spice FM on Tuesday. [Standard]Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua has criticised the older generation for taking over the Gen-Z movement, which has been leading recent countrywide protests. The crisis was generated solely by [President William Ruto, who sacked four commissioners because they said no to the tally that made him President. The Azimio la Umoja coalition has been divided on proposed talks with President William Ruto. However, opposition leader Raila Odinga recently stated that justice must come first before any talks and supported some of the demands that Gen Z has been advancing.

July 23, 2024 16:46 UTC

A bizarre beverage combining marshmallow fluff and Coca-Cola is taking TikTok by storm, with sweet-toothed soda lovers championing the drink. Dubbed “fluffy Coke,” the sugary concoction combines the creaminess of marshmallow with the crispiness of an ice-cold fizzy drink. @not.eg/TikTok6 The pair kicked off the “fluffy Coke” trend online earlier this month. “Ok, I can get on board with this trend,” creator Jessica Barstow captioned her clip of trying a fluffy Coke Zero. 6 Fellow TikTokkers were quick to jump aboard the sweet trend, taste testing the DIY beverage for themselves.

July 23, 2024 15:33 UTC

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua now says that it is wrong for leaders from her generation to hijack the Gen Z movement. Speaking on Tuesday, Karua said these leaders can only be spoilers for the young Kenyans who want to have a better country. She noted that the time to let the young generation to lead is now but that shouldn't mean the older generation should not be part of the movement. Karua insisted that her generation has failed Kenyans before and does not qualify to represent in any way. Karua said the only outcome from the talks was the IEBC Bill, which according to her was a crisis created by President William Ruto.

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Coca-Cola raised its annual sales and profit forecasts on Tuesday, as a round of price increases failed to deter consumers mainly in international markets from spending more on the beverage giant's sodas, energy drinks and juices. Shares of Coca-Cola rose nearly 1% in premarket trading as the company also posted a surprise increase in second-quarter revenue. Coca-Cola's average selling price rose 9% in the second quarter, the Sprite maker said, while unit case volumes increased 2%. However, Coca-Cola saw volumes in the North American region fall by 1% as consumers turned cautious about spending and dining out. The company expects annual adjusted profit to increase between 5% and 6%, compared to the prior forecast of a 4% to 5% rise.

July 23, 2024 14:28 UTC

What to know about 'Fluffy Coke'Lori Bergamotto helps break down the latest viral food trend on social media called "Fluffy Coke" and teaches you how to make it.

July 23, 2024 14:23 UTC

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July 23, 2024 14:17 UTC

FKF CEO Barry Otieno has asked football stakeholders to be patient, as they strike a deal with the Ministry of Education that will see Emerging Starlets sit their KCSE exams and play in the upcoming 2024 FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. The tournament set for the Dominican Republic on, 16th October 2024 - 3rd November 2024 will coincide with the Kenya Secondary Schools Education (KCSE), which starts on 23 October 2024 and concludes on 24th Nov 2024. Speaking to the Star newspaper exclusively, Otieno confirmed talks are ongoing positively to ensure the grey area is ironed out. “We are engaging Senior Ministry of Education officials and Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) on the same. We are eyeing remedial classes, and the possibility of sitting special exams after the World Cup.” Said Barry.

July 23, 2024 13:25 UTC

In a rare change of heart, President William Ruto has nominated Ms Soipan Tuya as the Cabinet Secretary for Defence in place of Mr Aden Duale who will now be vetted for the Environment, Climate Change and Forestry docket. Last week, while naming his half Cabinet, President Ruto named Mr Duale as Defence CS while Ms Tuya was the nominee for the Environment, Climate Change and Forestry docket. I am Grateful to President @WilliamsRuto for reassigning me from the Defence Ministry to the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry. I look forward to serving in my new portfolio and ensuring focus is on sustainable environmental management, combating climate… — Hon. Aden Duale, EGH (@HonAdenDuale) July 23, 2024The nomination swap surprised lawmakers who shouted urging the speaker to report.

July 23, 2024 13:23 UTC

By REUTERS More by this AuthorUgandan security forces detained a number of young people on Tuesday in downtown Kampala who were taking part in a banned rally against what the protesters say are rampant corruption and human rights abuses by the country's rulers. Update: Security officials detain protesters on Nasser Road in Kampala during the ongoing anti-graft march to Parliament on July 23, 2024. #NTVNews📹 @BSamiluNTV WhatsApp Channel: https://t.co/aIkdepOSgP pic.twitter.com/V6ccqSk17V — NTV UGANDA (@ntvuganda) July 23, 2024The protesters were holding placards and shouting slogans denouncing corruption. #NTVNews📹@DanielKibet_NTV WhatsApp Channel https://t.co/aIkdepOSgP pic.twitter.com/Zsp1ZFJ57l — NTV UGANDA (@ntvuganda) July 23, 2024Ugandans with businesses near parliament were experiencing difficulty getting to their premises. On Monday police sealed off the offices of Uganda's biggest opposition party, accusing it of mobilising for the protests, and detained some party officials, including its lawmakers.

July 23, 2024 13:07 UTC

Revenue rose 3% to 12.4 billion dollars for the April-June period. Coke, which hiked prices by 13% in the first quarter, raised them by 9% in the April-June period. Coke said growing sales of juice, dairy and plant-based drinks were offset by falling demand for water, sports drinks, sparkling sodas and trademark Coca-Cola. In the Asia Pacific region, where Coke lowered prices by 3%, unit case volume sales were up 3%. Coke’s results were a contrast with rival PepsiCo, which tightened its full-year organic revenue guidance earlier this month after posting weaker-than-expected revenue in the second quarter.

July 23, 2024 12:51 UTC

With Kenya Police in Haiti now actively fighting gangs in Port-au-Prince, the United States on Monday promised to upgrade the fleet of military vehicles. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield told the Kenya Police deployed in Haiti that they would be receiving mine-resistant military trucks. Already, Kenya Police in Haiti use weapons and warfare infrastructure salvaged from the Pentagon stockpile including eight armoured military trucks. Police mechanics repair an armoured vehicle that was carrying Kenyan police officers in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Wednesday, July 17, 2024. While appreciating the 400 Kenyan police officers in Haiti, Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield was optimistic they would get the work done.

July 23, 2024 12:33 UTC

So, who is Jessica Tarlov's husband? Here is everything you should know about Jessica Tarlov's love life. He captioned the picture,Congratulations to my friend and colleague on getting marriedWhat does Jessica Tarlov's husband do for a living? Jessica Tarlov and McKenna are parents to two daughters, Cleo Markie McKenna and Teddy Tarlov. Jessica Tarlov's husband is Brian McKenna, a hedge fund executive.

July 23, 2024 12:19 UTC

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