Sky News Australia has announced a rebranding to News24, set to take effect later this year after it loses the rights to the name Sky News. This change follows the expiration of a decade-long agreement with UK Sky News in December. The network also plans to introduce a refreshed on-air look and a new digital presence with the website News24.com.au. Following the error, police have urged the public not to approach him and have initiated a search in hopes of his return to custody. Finally, the Australian Financial Review and The Age will cease print distribution in Tasmania, following a broader trend of digital transition within the media landscape.

February 23, 2026 07:12 UTC

The days when a father's mere presence in the compound induced terrifying silence are rapidly fading, replaced by complex, often exhausting, modern parenting negotiations. However, the pendulum often swings to the other extreme, creating households lacking basic boundaries and leading to the chaotic "good cop, bad cop" scenario. The modern mum often finds herself reluctantly wearing the badge of the "bad cop." Emotional Labor: The psychological burden placed on the "bad cop" parent who must constantly regulate the household's behavior. The concept of good cop, bad cop is fundamentally flawed because it pits parents against each other and allows children to manipulate the dynamic.

February 23, 2026 06:03 UTC

NAIROBI, Kenya, February 22, 2026 – President William Ruto has rewarded Kenyan pro golfer Njoroge Kibugu with Ksh 5 million after a stellar show at the Magical Kenya Open. President Ruto directed Sports Cabinet Salim Mvurya to wire the 22-year-old’s bank account for all the hard work in making the country proud. I direct the Sports Cabinet Secretary here to award the sum of Ksh 5 million so that it can inspire other young sportspersons,” the President said. Kibugu dominated world headlines over the weekend, making history as the only Kenyan to make the cut for the prestigious DP World Tour event. Apart from the Ksh 5 million, Kibugu also received Ksh 2 million from Absa Bank Kenya, who were the presenting partner for the competition.

February 23, 2026 05:06 UTC

A former governor is supposedly struggling to mount a parliamentary campaign ahead of the 2027 general election. Reports indicate he has allegedly run out of funds even before the official campaigns begin, leaving him unable to pay his aides and security detail for three months. Tensions escalated when a group of youths stoned his convoy, allegedly over unpaid handouts. His team’s desertion has left the ex-county boss in a precarious position, raising doubts about his ability to sustain the campaign and whether he will ultimately make it to the ballot.

February 23, 2026 05:02 UTC

Fans have been left stunned after discovering Russell Crowe has his own TikTok account, where the actor shares his avid passion for watches. Taking to the comments and to social media, they praised: 'Russell Crowe going from Gladiator to watch vlogger is the kind of character arc nobody saw coming. 'Love seeing a legend like Russell Crowe just being a genuine watch nerd on YouTube. Just passion'; 'russell crowe just became the most interesting man in watches'. '; 'I’m not even a “watch guy” but watching Russell Crowe be a “watch guy” gives me smiles.'

February 23, 2026 04:08 UTC





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February 23, 2026 01:46 UTC

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February 23, 2026 01:11 UTC

[Courtesy]Former students have been urged to give back to their old schools as institutions across the country struggle to adapt to the competency-based curriculum (CBC) amid financial and structural challenges. Speaking during a visit to the school, Gaitho noted that many institutions are grappling with underfunding, governance challenges, and the high cost of aligning programmes to the new curriculum framework. “With limited resources, many schools will increasingly depend on former students to help meet the costs associated with the new curriculum,” he said. He noted that institutions are redefining alumni engagement through endowments, mentorship programmes, internship placements, curriculum advisory roles and knowledge exchange forums. Daystar University Vice Chancellor Prof. Laban Ayiro urged graduates not to abandon their alma maters despite challenges.

February 22, 2026 22:09 UTC

[File, Standard]A 37-year-old man strangled his girlfriend to death at Kapymit area in Uasin Gishu County before he surrendered to the police, the court heard. He surrendered to Kabujoi police station in Aldai Sub-County when he sensed danger of being attacked by villagers. Kiptoo asked the court to allow him hold the suspect for 21 more days pending completion of investigations into the murder incident. We want to revisit the scene for further information and conduct more interrogation, including the postmortem examination,” the officer stated. However, in his response, the Magistrate stated that the 21 days are relevant due to the nature of the offense.

February 22, 2026 22:09 UTC

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February 22, 2026 22:02 UTC

Warning: Report contains spoilersDonegal presenter Eric Roberts put on the ‘greatest show’ yet to secure another week on RTE’s Dancing with the Stars. The Downings man’s poise and posture were spot on for a ferocious Paso Doble to “The Greatest Show” by Panic! Eric admitted he has received mixed feedback throughout the competition and said he had been striving for a unanimous “great job, Eric” moment. Fair City star Stephanie Kelly became the sixth celebrity to be eliminated from Dancing with the Stars this evening. Eric delivers his greatest show yet on Dancing with the Stars was last modified: byTags:

February 22, 2026 21:21 UTC

The Kitui senator urged Matiang’i to leave the opposition if dissatisfied with the ongoing consultations among the principals over the opposition candidate. On the other hand, Matiang’i is convinced that opinion polls place him as the favourite candidate, and thus the best suited to fly the flag of the opposition candidate. His camp insists that the selection process must be transparent and inclusive, warning that any boardroom decision would undermine their unity and risk fracturing the alliance. The Kalonzo-Gachagua partnership has been gaining visibility in recent months, signalling their commitment to building a broad opposition coalition. His Embakasi North counterpart James Gakuya has also termed Uhuru’s attempt to revamp Azimio as an attempt to bring confusion to the United Opposition.

February 22, 2026 21:01 UTC

Ex-England star Ruben Loftus-Cheek rushed to hospital after sickening head injuryA former England star was stretchered off and taken to hospital after sustaining a head injury in a collision with the opposition goalkeeper, with blood visible on his faceView 2 Images Ruben Loftus-Cheek suffered a horror injury on SundayAC Milan's Ruben Loftus-Cheek was stretchered off with a severe head injury, which left him in a brace, after a collision with Parma goalkeeper Edoardo Corvi. The ex-Chelsea star had only been on the pitch for a few minutes before the incident occurred, with both players converging on a cross. The Englishman was transported to a local hospital for examinations, but remained conscious despite the distressing images that surfaced. Loftus-Cheek has been playing his football in Italy since 2023, having previously turned out for several London clubs, including Fulham and Crystal Palace. View 2 Images Ruben Loftus-Cheek was rushed to a local hospitalJOIN US ON FB!

February 22, 2026 20:25 UTC

Political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election are gathering pace, with Rigathi Gachagua making fresh inroads into the once-dominant Jubilee Party. The latest to join Gachagua’s camp from from Jubilee Party is former Ruiru MP Esther Gathogo. Kamanda’s successor Amos Mwago, who was also elected on Jubilee Party, has aligned with Gachagua. Gachagua has repeatedly said DCP will be the party for Mt Kenya, and he has recently expanded to Nairobi and the Maa region. “He has publicly admitted making mistakes in 2022, despite the likes of Moses Kuria and William Kabogo proposing a Mt Kenya party.

February 22, 2026 19:50 UTC

Audio By VocalizeEdwin Sifuna and other political leaders address a mammoth crowd during the ODM 'Linda Mwananchi' rally at Amalemba grounds in Kakamega town on February 21, 2026. According to Sifuna, the Authority failed to block a crowd allegedly opposed to their plans from accessing the Kisumu International Airport, where they were reportedly scheduled to land before proceeding to Kakamega. “We need to hear from KAA whether Kisumu is still an International Airport and whether they can still guarantee the safety of all passengers transiting through there. How they allowed goons to barricade the airport needs to be explained,” Sifuna wrote on X. Despite the controversy, Sifuna reported that his allies were safely back in Nairobi after their rally, which was dotted with violent incidents that left one dead.

February 22, 2026 19:39 UTC