[AFP]Twin airstrikes by Somalia's military using Turkish drones killed 23 civilians, including 14 children, in March, rights watchdog Amnesty International said Tuesday, calling for an investigation into possible "war crimes". Residents told Amnesty "the drone strikes followed heavy ground fighting" between Al-Shabaab jihadists and Somali security forces, the watchdog said. "The Somali and Turkish governments must investigate these deadly strikes as a war crime, and put an end to reckless attacks on civilians." It said 24 jihadists "were killed in the operation in the Baldooska area while 15 others had been killed in an airstrike on Bagdad." Amnesty said it had requested further details from the Somali and Turkish governments but had not received any response.

May 08, 2024 00:27 UTC

Kerry Katona has revealed she is getting a rib removed to make her new nose as she prepares to once again go under the knife. column: 'I'm waiting for a date from Pall Mall for the reconstructive surgery I need for my nose, due to past cocaine abuse in her 20s. Earlier in the day, the star also took to Instagram telling fans she was going to undergo the nose job procedure in the afternoon. The TV star explained they were 'taking a piece of bone from her rib' which would then be used to replace her nose cartilage 'to make it look a bit smaller'. The TV personality has previously admitted that cocaine used to be her 'only friend' as she spoke about her past drug abuse.

May 08, 2024 00:09 UTC

Miguna Miguna describes Governor Sakaja's regime as the worst compared to his predecessors. Photo: Johnson Sakaja/Miguna MigunaSource: FacebookKenyan lawyer Miguna Miguna joined the ranks of leaders questioning Sakaja's governance of the city. Speaking with Oga Obinna during an interview on Monday, May 6, Miguna called out Sakaja, terming his leadership as the worst." Sakaja is orchestrating the worst governance disaster in the republic of Kenya. Atwoli defends Sakaja from criticsCentral Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli opened up about his relationship with Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.

May 07, 2024 23:43 UTC

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has ordered the immediate vacation of over 200 families that live downstream Kijabe railway, in Ruiru village. He said water has started building up around the railway, and could cause a bigger tragedy compared to Mai Mahiu. “Those who fail to move out will be evacuated mandatorily for public safety,” Kindiki said on Tuesday. On Thursday last week, Kindiki ordered voluntary vacation or mandatory evacuation of all persons living in the neighbourhood of the 178 dams and water reservoirs. The Interior CS also ordered the removal of buildings erected illegally within the 30-metre radius of Nairobi Rivers (Mathare, Ngong and Nairobi Rivers).

May 07, 2024 23:33 UTC

Bilal Mohamed after winning in Nigeria. [Esports Kenya]Kenyan esports prodigy Bilal Mohamed secured his place in history by winning the gamrX African Championship held in Lagos, Nigeria. This victory marks the first international esports trophy win for a Kenyan, heralding a new era for the nation's burgeoning esports scene. Reflecting on his win, Mohamed shared, “It feels great to win this championship being my first time traveling for an international esports tournament. Bilal Mohamed's victory not only places Kenya on the international esports map but also inspires many young gamers in the country to pursue their passion in the gaming world.

May 07, 2024 22:44 UTC

By XINHUA More by this AuthorKenya and Somalia on Monday signed an agreement on collaboration in the areas of political consultations, education and defense. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi who is also the cabinet secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, said that the three bilateral instruments aim to further solidify bilateral cooperation for the mutual benefit of the people of the two countries. "The agreement was possible because of the dedication by our technical officials to address issues amicably," Mudavadi said during the third session of the Kenya-Somalia joint commission for cooperation (JCC). Read: Kenya, Ethiopia agree to enhance bilateral tiesMudavadi added that Kenya has a very special relationship with Somalia, not only because they share a common border but also because of their strong and enduring partnership. AdvertisementHe noted that the bilateral relations are driven by goodwill and the determination between the two governments and peoples to work together toward enhancing and expanding the scope and breadth of the relations.

May 07, 2024 22:40 UTC

The Tom Brady roast on Sunday night featured some of the biggest celebrities from all walks of entertainment, but one didn't look too hot, according to sports personality Katie Nolan. Ben Affleck was one of the special guests at the roast, representing the New Englander and die-hard Patriots and Tom Brady fan. Anytime he does anything in sports TV, we get 'is he on drugs' Affleck," Nolan said on "The Dan LeBetard Show." It was suggested to Nolan that maybe Affleck didn't want to be at the event. You’re at the Tom Brady roast.

May 07, 2024 22:01 UTC

Part of the City of Tshwane's plans to add 1 000MW of independent power by 2026 involves recommissioning two mothballed coal power stations, which would add 480MW to the metro's power supply. The city has also not ruled out small modular nuclear reactors, if these are viable, according to an official. This comes as Tshwane battles its ongoing heavy debt burden with state-owned power utility Eskom.

May 07, 2024 20:30 UTC

Whoopi Goldberg showed off her trim frame as she stepped out in NYC on Tuesday - after revealing she took weight loss drug Mounjaro. Whoopi Goldberg showed off her trim frame as she stepped out in NYC on Tuesday - after revealing she took weight loss drug Mounjaro'Lines of cocaine were laid across tables and bathroom counters for the taking.' The actor explained her circle of friends had a relaxed attitude towards drugs and she didn't see cocaine as 'dangerous'. Goldberg revealed she ended up sitting in the closet in her room sorting the drug, but she was disturbed by a maid. 'I'd have been so embarrassed if my mother knew the extent the coke had me in its clutches,' The View star said.

May 07, 2024 20:09 UTC

Gauteng police are on the hunt for any leads that may result in the arrest of gunmen involved in the shooting of a scrapyard owner last week. "The police from De Deur received a complaint of a shooting incident at the R 82 and R 557 Walkerville," police spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Mavela Masondo said in a statement. He said that, when police arrived on the scene, the victim had already been hospitalised. "Preliminary investigation revealed the victim was driving a white Toyota Land Cruiser when he was shot at by suspects who were driving in a silver grey Mercedes Benz," Masondo said. When News24 reached the victim's place of work for comment, they said the "current circumstances are too sensitive to comment".

May 07, 2024 19:56 UTC

In a busy day for corporate news, Amazon landed in SA, Cosatu warned about BHP's Anglo bid, and both Attacq and Prosus announced an acquisition. Kore Potash is joining the JSE, while Gold Fields has seen a slip in production. In international news, global oil majors are battling with some profit pressure.

May 07, 2024 18:51 UTC

Eliud Kipchoge crying during an interview with BBC which was aired on May 7, 2024. "I was shocked that people on social media platforms are saying 'Eliud is involved in the death of this boy’. Friends Flee: In the interview, Kipchoge reveals that he lost 90 per cent of his friends including some of his training mates. He was gearing up for another marathon he believed would make him the first human to run a sub-2-hour official marathon. Bouncing Back: A week ago, Athletics Kenya named Kipchoge among a star-studded team participating in the upcoming Paris 2024 marathon.

May 07, 2024 17:45 UTC

Also obvious is that the Mombasa county government wishes to change this, and bring vibrancy and an 18-hour economy, with Dubai being a benchmark. In Mombasa, however, with average daytime temperature at 26⁰C, which is within human comfort, open street shopping is possible. Physical safety and security, ever present in Dubai, is not assured in Mombasa due to unchecked criminal elements. Just these two developments alone would go a long way towards encouraging the evolution of the Mombasa CBD into an 18-hour economy. The total area this facility occupies is equivalent to two per cent of Mombasa county's total area.

May 07, 2024 17:13 UTC

Whoopi Goldberg is recalling her cocaine addiction in the 1980s. “Cocaine started to kick my ass. I didn’t hear the housekeeper knock or let herself in the room to clean it up.”“She opened the closet door,” Goldberg continues. I looked at myself in the mirror near the door and saw cocaine all over my face.”Whoopi Goldberg. “I’d have been so embarrassed if my mother knew the extent the coke had me in its clutches,” she writes.

May 07, 2024 16:31 UTC

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