KUALA LUMPUR: The candidate representing the unity government in the Sungai Bakap state by-election has been finalised and will be officially announced on Wednesday (June 12) at 9pmUnity government Secretariat head Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki in a statement said the decision was reached at the secretariat meeting involving the top leadership of Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional which took place on Tuesday (June 11) at Seri Perdana, Putrajaya. "For the purpose of coordinating and standardising the work of the by-election machinery, the meeting decided to appoint Rafizi Ramli and Senator Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir as co-chairmen of the Unity Government’s election machinery main committee," said the statement. The statement also said that the Sungai Bakap state by-election joint operation chairmen representing the Penang Unity Government will be led by Datuk Dr Mohamad Abdul Hamid and Datuk Musa Sheikh Fadzir. The Election Commission (EC) set the voting day for the Sungai Bakap state by-election on July 6 with the nomination of candidate and early voting set on June 22 and July 2 respectively. The Sungai Bakap seat fell vacant following the death of its incumbent, Nor Zamri Latiff on May 24 due to a stomach inflammation.

For some of the teens, giving up their smartphone has been really difficult. After just 27 hours, 14-year-old Charlie has dropped out and asked for his device back. Some are getting better sleep, they say, while others feel they have been more productive without their phones. “I feel like I’m learning stuff and engaging more - I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything,” says Grace, 15. Straight after school, on the first day of the experiment, she and her friends went to buy plastic jewels to “gem-up” her brick-phone.

Major Wales Jordan Aidini was set to get married before he died in a plane crash. Source: FacebookWhat happened to vice president of Malawi? Malawi's vice president Saulos Chilima and nine other people died when a military plane they were travelling in crashed in Chikangwa Forest. Malawi president Lazarus Chakwera confirmed the death of Chilima and the other nine occupants of the ill-fated plane. Major Wales Aidini's weddingIt has been reported that Major Wales Aidini was part of 10 Malawians who perished in the crash.

The FBI director Christopher Asher Wray concluded his trip to Kenya Wednesday after a series of meetings with top security officials. Part of the mission of our visit is to say thank you for the cooperation and collaboration,” he said. Security officials termed the visit historic given Wray and his team spent five days in Nairobi holding meetings and visiting various places. This month, Wray said, a team of over a dozen Kenyan investigators will begin undercover training at the FBI Academy in Virginia. He said he came to Kenya to say 'thank you' for the outstanding collaboration and cooperation they have with the FBI.

So far, several employees have taken to social media to share stories about their work lives, including the challenges they face on the job. A Reddit user recently revealed that his employer wants to check his phone, which he believes is ‘Illegal.’In the ‘Anti Work’ sub, a user named @BlueSeaChief claimed that his company required employees to download an app that would monitor their personal phone activity. ‘My employer recently switched to a new time card app that tracks my phone. However, I’m sure if you try to discuss this with senior management, the answer will be ‘If you don’t like it, leave’. If the company doesn’t pay for your phone service, they can’t even legally require you to download an app (like for a watch).

Anticipation levels were revved up on Tuesday evening as The Curzon Mayfair welcomed the gala screening of new film The Bikeriders. Ensuring she claimed the spotlight, Jodie Comer looked stunning in a custom-made Vivienne Westwood gown as she joined co-stars Austin Butler and Tom Hardy on the blue carpet. The Elvis star leads the talented cast of The Bikeriders as main character Benny, while Jodie plays his girlfriend Kathy. Sporting a buzzcut, the Mad Max: Fury Road star added a casual touch with a pair of black hi-top trainers. Upon arrival, Tom enthusiastically greeted Jodie and gave her a warm hug as they caught up on the blue carpet.

She had accompanied the Malawi president Lazarus Chakwera to the Kamuzu International Airport (KIA) to receive her husband's remains. What happened to Malawi vice president Saulos Chilima? Chilima was travelling in a military plane alongside nine others to attend a burial, but they all died in a crash. Netizens comfort Saulos Chilima's widow breaking downHere is what they had to say:Rachel Emily Kampeni:"My heart breaks for you and the children. God comfort her it's not easy losing a spouse and it never gets better my God."

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been freed from terrorism charges after Kahawa West Law Court approved the move by the DPP to withdraw the case. In the case, Sonko had been charged alongside two others, namely Clifford Ochieng Ouko and Benjamin Onyango Odhiambo. The charge sheet indicated that he knowingly recruited unknown persons to commit or participate in the commission of a terrorist act in contravention of the act. The other charge against Sonko stated that he was found in possession of property for the commission of a terrorist act, contrary to Section 6 of the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2012. Sonko was freed on a cash bail of Sh500,000.

Editor's Review The Kahawa West Law Courts has given a ruling in a case where former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko is charged with terrorism. Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko can now breathe a sigh of relief after the Kahawa West Law Courts approved an application by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to drop terror charges against him and two other accused persons. In a ruling on Wednesday, Kahawa Law Courts principal magistrate Daniel Kiage noted that he had considered the application by the DPP as he ordered the withdrawal of the matter. The former county boss had been arraigned in February 2021 alongside Clifford Ochieng Ouko and Benjamin Onyango Odhiambo over the terrorism charges. Sonko's co-accused, Odhiambo, was charged with possessing a military camouflage jacket intended for the commission or facilitation of a terrorist act.

A conversation with David Newnes Co-Founder of National Home Move and Managing Director Matthew McCreath discussing the benefits of being a Your Move Franchise Partner. We are a network of more than 60 Your Move and Reeds Rains Estate Agency franchise branches across England. There's a really good team behind the scenes. There's lots of time that's given to you without being overbearing because it's your business, but when you need support, it's there and so I would recommend. Both David and Matthew have been working as a Your Move Franchise Partner for over five years and are great ambassadors.

According to Development Reimagined, the IMF committed 1529 loans between 1952 and 2023, of which almost 40% (608) went to African nations. However, the countries that have benefited from IMF loans are large economies in the continent, leaving other smaller economies to explore other alternatives. LibyaThe IMF revealed that Libya is another African country that had never taken its loans. Which African countries have the highest IMF debt? Egypt tops the list of African countries with the highest IMF debt, with an outstanding loan of $11,272,939,177 (KSh 1.46 trillion).

It was the Monday meeting, according to State House sources, that paved the way for the phone conversation. President Ruto gave instructions for security organs to quickly address Mr Kenyatta’s security concerns. Mr Koskei has also been instructed to engage the Public Service Commission (PSC) to address Mr Kenyatta’s request for additional staff. Two days later, Mr Metito, through Mr John Makumi, requested Mr Kenyatta’s office to “urgently specify the make and preferred colour of the vehicles” for further action. However, State House later regretted that the cost of the four state-of-the-art vehicles had exceeded the Sh140 million budget.

Emmanuella's transformation has wowed Kenyans. Inside Emmanuella's growthIn the video, Emmanuella is holding her car keys as she explains to the photographer what she is looking for and gives him instructions. "Emmanuella has grown up to be a very fine lady," read the caption on the video. Watch the video below:Netizens reactions to Emmanuella's transformationMost people were amazed by how the content creator evolved from a small baby to a grown young teenage girl. Video of Emmanuella catwalking stuns netizensThe 16-year-old comedienne caused a buzz on social media after a video emerged of her catwalking in high heels.

MINEOLA, N.Y. (AP) — A suburban New York county with one of the largest police forces in the nation is training dozens of armed residents who could be called up during natural disasters and other major emergencies, sparking worry that the new volunteer unit amounts to an unsanctioned local militia. Thousands of armed National Guard members were mobilized across greater New York City during that disaster. So far, nearly all the people who have completed the deputy sheriffs training — which included a background check and random drug testing — are retired police officers, according to a list provided by the county. Action star Steven Seagal had a reality show following his exploits as an armed deputy sheriff in Louisiana and Arizona. In Westchester County, just north of New York City, volunteer deputy sheriffs are issued a firearm and provide crowd control at parades and other events, according to the county website.

Editor's Review President William Ruto chaired a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday, June 11. President William Ruto chaired a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday, June 11, where a raft of approvals were reached. In a despatch, the Cabinet approved the upgrade of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to keep up with global aviation trends. Further, the Cabinet approved the full transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA) beginning July 1, 2024. Additionally, the Cabinet approved the payment of a KSh6.8 billion debt owed by coffee farmers.