NBA legend Paul Pierce had to take back his words after appearing to mock South Sudan’s basketball team ahead of their friendly against Team USA which the Americans won by just one point. South Sudan led 58-42 in the second quarter before taking a 14-point lead into the break. A very condescending take here from Paul Pierce on South Sudan 🇸🇸 who face the USA tonight in a friendly game. Meanwhile, the tallest ever player in the NBA - Manute Bol was from South Sudan at 7ft7in! South Sudan and the US will face off again at the Paris Olympics in Group C on July 31.

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has halted the planned dialogue process, demanding a new set of conditions from the government. Raila emphasized that the issues raised by the youth need to be addressed as a priority before any talks can begin. "Justice must come first before any discussions," he stated in a press release on Sunday. Additionally, he demands the release of all those who have been abducted or imprisoned, and the resolution of issues raised by health workers and JSS teachers. The six-day dialogue process was originally scheduled to start the Monday before last.

CYBERJAYA: Various booths and attractions were on display for the crowd at the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2024 launch ceremony held here on Sunday (July 21). One of the crowd favourites was the Selangor Fruit Valley (SFV) booth which sold nangcem, a cross-breed of jackfruit and cempedak. Today, I also picked up the Madani combo sale and discovered the nangcem booth. Another popular booth at the launch ceremony selling tanjak (traditional Malay headgear). Ali, who ventured into selling Malay heritage products, including busana Melayu (traditional Malay costume) in 2014, said he brought 15 types of tanjak to be sold at the carnival.

South Sudan came close to the biggest upset in basketball history against the USA, but LeBron James secured the win. James' layup with eight seconds left on the clock sealed a hard-fought win. South Sudan's Carlik Jones had a triple-double (15 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists) but missed a game-winning jumper with four seconds left, per ESPN. This means South Sudan just sky rocketed the possibility of winning maybe gold in Paris. Even with the stars on team USA, they will have to EARN that gold medal."

Fortune Mwikali and Joel tied the knot in a lavish wedding in Nairobi. Photo: Fortune Mwikali. Mwikali and her husband Joel tied the knot in a flashy white wedding at Safari Park, Nairobi county, on Saturday, July 20. The bridesmaids wore long, stylish white dresses, while the groomsmen looked dapper in stylish emerald green suits. The father of five had planned to walk down the aisle with his wife in a white wedding in December 2023, but they rescheduled it.

KUALA LUMPUR: Foreign diplomats in Malaysia extended their heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim on his official installation as the 17th King of Malaysia. "Our heartiest congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim on the Occasion of His Majesty’s Installation as the 17th King of Malaysia," she said in a post on X. The United States (US) Embassy in Kuala Lumpur also posted on X (@usembassykl), wishing congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim on his installation as Malaysia’s King. "Congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, on his installation as The 17th King of Malaysia. "We would like to express our heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, in conjunction with His installation ceremony today (Saturday, July 20) as the 17th King of Malaysia," read the post.

Then we were all like 'hey, Trump's here - let's walk up to the rally and look at him through the fence'," he told the BBC. Corey Comperatore, 50, a retired volunteer firefighter and avowed Trump supporter, was also there with his wife and one of their two daughters. They scored a prime spot to the right of the stage, and waited for the show to begin. Secret Service agents and state police worked together inside the perimeter, while anti-sniper teams were positioned on roofs of nearby buildings, watching. It was 20 minutes later, at 17:30, that Crooks was noticed looking at a roof by a local SWAT team stationed in buildings outside the security perimeter.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was among the first to convey his best wishes on social media. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also posted his wishes on Facebook. “Congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim in conjunction with his installation as the 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin prayed that the King’s reign would be blessed. Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu pledged undivided loyalty to the monarch as the protector of Islam and the symbol of unity amongst all the races in the country.

With the population increasing and urbanization accelerating, real estate firms are engaged in fierce competition to attract investors and homebuyers. The Kenyan real estate sector has experienced a surge in demand, particularly in urban areas like Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu. The third edition of the awards honored over 60 brands, with Amcco Properties leading the way in real estate innovation and customer satisfaction. Real estate firms are exploring alternative building materials, sustainable practices, and public-private partnerships to overcome these barriers. The competitive nature of Kenya’s real estate market is expected to persist as companies continue to vie for market share.

The Cross-Fire, a radio show founded by the CEO of Radio Africa, Patrick Quarcoo is making a special return this Sunday in a memorable tribute. This show, which aims to reunite all the contributors who made it a beloved program starting in the early 2000s, will be broadcast live from 6 PM across all Radio Africa stations. As the host, Ilado will welcome notable contributors from the show's heyday, including Mukhisa Kituyi, Judy Thongori, Tony Gachoka, and the man of the hour, the outgoing CEO of Radio Africa, Patrick Quarcoo. As the host, Ilado will introduce and moderate the discussion with guests; Mukhisa Kituyi, Judy Thongori, Tony Gachoka, and the key figure, Patrick Quarcoo, as they discuss various topics on Politics, Economics, and more. Don't miss this nostalgic episode of The Cross-Fire Reunion returning with fond memories at 6 PM this Sunday, July 21, on all Radio Africa stations and digital platforms.

Linet Toto gives birth to a baby girl. Source: FacebookHas Linet Toto given birth? On July 20, Kim shared a collage of photos from Toto's flashy baby shower that was attended by several female politicians. I have graduated from Toto to Mama Toto,” read the post. Rine Mibei said:"Congratulations, Mama Toto."

NO ONE could have predicted Maya Jama and Stormzy announcing their split just weeks after their PDA at Glastonbury. A source said: “Maya was an independent woman and that was one of the things he loved about her. "Now his family are worried about money-grabbers who are only after his cash. “They loved Maya and are sad to see her go, but are hopeful that he dates a professional woman with her own cash and not a gold-digger. Brett even declared Suede’s latest album Autofiction was their “best”, which is some feat given their back catalogue.

President William Ruto will on Sunday make a return to Bomet today for a church service. Ruto will be in Sotik for the official opening and dedication of the newly completed Chebango AGC church at Kapletundo ward. Governor Hillary Barchok will play host to Ruto, alongside other prominent leaders from the region. Also in attendance will be the newly nominated Roads Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir who actively supported the construction of the church. It comes just a few days after he named half of his cabinet to help drive his agenda.

Before entering the film industry, he had roots in music – just ask Noori [a Pakistani musical band]. They’ve even started plastering Pakistani artists on billboards in Times Square – a monthly dose of “who dis?” for the bewildered New Yorkers. Okay, okay, I get it, it’s a bop. Her casting was a genuine surprise, and she deserves more opportunities in Pakistani cinema. For Pakistani cinema to thrive, casting needs to be on point.

Fans of The 1% Club are buzzing after bosses spilled the beans on the show's return for another brain-busting series. The hit series, led by Lee Mack, has been smashing it with quiz-hungry audiences since making its debut on in 2021. But don't let the simplicity fool you as snatching that jackpot means cracking a question only 1% of Brits could get right. (Image: (Image: ITV))One viewer complained: "How on earth are we meant to play along at home if we can't read the questions? " A second viewer echoed the frustration, questioning: "Why they can't make the questions bigger so it's easier to read?