Jordan gave the separate shoes to Chicago Bulls communications executive, Tim Hallam, after decisive matches that helped the club win six NBA championships. Michael Jordan gave the separate shoes to Chicago Bulls communications executive Tim Hallam, after decisive games that helped the club win six NBA championships from 1991 to 1993 and 1996 to 1998. The purchase price achieved at auction at Sotheby's in New York is a record for such an unusual offering -- and the second highest ever for Michael Jordan collectibles. That was a record for the shoes, "Bred" ("Black and Red") Air Jordan XIII, which were signed by the player. The six shoes sold on Friday were an Air Jordan VI (1991), VII (1992), VIII (1993), XI (1996), XII (1997) and an Air Jordan XIV (1998).

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said the government will support victims of the Embakasi gas tragedy. Speaking when he visited the scene on Friday, the DP said those culpable in the gas explosion incident will be held accountable. We will support the affected families as they come to terms with the tragedy and rise to rebuild their lives," he said. The DP said the government will put measures to help the families that were displaced with food and shelter. The DP claimed that rogue drivers employed by the government conspire with garage owners to run the illegal businesses.

Locals along Outering Road staged demonstrations on Friday following an accident along the busy highway. "Siren sounds coming from Outering Road. "Too early to be sleeping on Outering Road Bana," read some comments. Outering Road is regarded as one of the deadliest roads in Nairobi, according to data from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). This is after 43 accident cases occurred last year along the road.

Argentine police spray tear gas at protesters outside Congress as lawmakers debate President Javier Milei's reform package. Photo: Luis ROBAYO / AFPSource: AFPArgentine lawmakers took a first step Friday toward approving President Javier Milei's sweeping economic, social and political reform package, which has sparked angry opposition protests. His reform package touches on many areas of public and private life, from privatizations to cultural issues, the penal code, divorce and the status of football clubs. But opposition deputy Leandro Santoro pointed to the economic and social crisis of 2001 as an example of the risks of free-market reforms. It comes just over a week after tens of thousands of Argentines took to the streets in a major challenge to Milei's budget-slashing policies.

A collage of Usher and BeyonceDuring his guest appearance on Shannon Sharpe's Club Shay Shay, Usher took a moment to clear up a swirling rumor about his supposed role as Beyoncé's nanny in their younger years. Usher offered a more accurate description of his involvement, likening it to that of a "chaperone" rather than a caretaker. He shared a story from the past when The Dolls, a group that included a young Beyoncé before her Destiny's Child fame and managed by Daryl Simmons, visited Atlanta. Usher's commentary on Club Shay Shay shed light on his historical connection with Beyoncé, stretching back to their formative years in the music industry. Usher humorously debated the idea of being considered their babysitter but acknowledged a period when he was responsible for overseeing the group.

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The Daily Beast reported on Friday that Nauta — like his boss and many other Trump-world figures — has been accused of sexual harassment by multiple women. These accusations included “multiple overlapping and emotionally abusive romantic relationships” that took place over several years, while Nauta was married and serving as Trump’s Diet Coke valet at the White House. Either way, it seems the circumstances of Nauta’s exit from the White House didn’t bother Trump; he was hired as the former president’s body man in August 2021. Trump has been accused of sexual misconduct by more than two dozen women, and was found liable for sexual abuse and defamation against E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of rape. Trump has also repeatedly defended other men accused of sexual misconduct, from staffers to donors to candidates for political office (as long as they’re not Democrats).

Italy begin their Six Nations campaign in Rome on Saturday, having lost all 30 previous matches against England. “It’s a big challenge for our forward pack but if we can match them physically, our attack will come into play and we can score many tries. Gonazlo has come in and wants us to attack with speed of ball, which is massive for us.”Advertisement. “In 2007 and 2013, Italy had two victories and our goal is to beat that. “You always prepare yourself physically, but I think it’s very important to prepare mentally, especially for the high pressured games coming up.”

Get the biggest stories and wackiest takes from the Daily Star, including our special WTF Wednesday emailNever miss any of the fun stuff. Kevin Lane was locked up for 18 years after being convicted of a murder he insists he didn’t commit. He’s now “ashamed” of the savage assault, which left his victim severely injured, and with lasting post-traumatic stress. "I kidnapped him and took him away and took him into some woodland and laid him down the front of the car," Kevin explained. “I got the wrong feller but I had the right feller as far as I was concerned,” he explained.

Nigerian actress Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin commonly known as Simi Gold was sentenced to six months imprisonment for tampering with the Nigerian currency. The Incident happened at a time when there was a severe scarcity of Naira notes following the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s withdrawal of old 200, 500 and 1000 Naira notes from circulation and replacement of the affected currency notes with newly designed versions which were hard to come by at the time. According to the country's anti-fraud agency “Economic and Financial Crimes Commission” (EFCC), The Nollywood star was filmed with 100,000-naira ($83; £66) worth of notes . She had pleaded “not guilty” and was subsequently granted bail on 15th/February /2023. Through her lawyer, the actress pleaded for leniency, saying she was a first-time offender and a mother of one.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has ordered investigative agencies to enforce regular inspections in Nairobi garages following the Embakasi explosion that claimed three lives and injured over 280 others. Speaking at the scene of the Friday incident, Gachagua argued that garages were being bused for illegal gas and fuel businesses. Aftermath of the Embakasi explosion incident which occurred on January 2, 2024. Sparks produced during the incident caused the explosion given that residents had earlier detected gas leakages. On the other hand, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) revealed that the gas company in question was operating without a licence.

Six suspects in two separate armed robbery cases were arrested this week in the Northern Cape. Late evening of Wednesday, 31 January, three men were arrested in Springbok after an armed robbery took place earlier the day, approximately 20 km outside Springbok on the N7-route. The suspects’ vehicle was stopped in Voortrekker Street in Springbok at 23:30, and the three male occupants were arrested. The three suspects will soon appear in the Springbok Magistrates’ Court on charges of armed robbery and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition. While conducting patrol duties on the N9, the members spotted the silver VW Polo fitting the description of the suspects’ vehicle.

Last week, county enforcement officers raided Nakuru War Memorial Hospital and forcefully took over the premises despite a court order barring the same. Nairobi County askaris arresting boda boda operators along Ronald Ngala Street in Nairobi on December 31, 2019. According to Magolo, she was arrested by county askaris as she moved along Angawa Street in the March 2021 incident. Governor Anyang Nyong’o suspended 12 county enforcement officers who were captured on camera in the act. The Kilifi county inspectorate team was also recently revamped to help in the county’s revenue collection

Kenya Kwanza government has failed to deliver its campaign pledges making Kenyans feel abandoned by the regime, Thirdway Alliance communications director Alex Manyore has said. “The country is in total despair as most Kenyans say that the government has abandoned its campaign pledges. On September 12, 2023, the survey report conducted by the Star noted that 53 per cent of Kenyans think the country is headed in the wrong direction. The survey which was conducted among 4,000 Kenyans aged 18 years and above from all the 47 counties shows that only 30 per cent of Kenyans think the country is headed in the right direction. The poll also shows that 13 per cent of Kenyans think the country is neither headed in the right nor wrong direction.

Triple African race walk champion Samuel Gathimba reckons nothing can stop him from storming a historic title at the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics later in the year. “I’m working concertedly with my coach and I can confidently state that things are looking up for me,” Gathimba remarked. Gathimba said he feels exhilarated after punching a ticket to the Paris 2024, noting that he is in the best shape ever to run away with the title. “I plan to participate in a host of events before the games to aid in preparations, including the All Africa Games in Accra, Ghana.”In Accra, Gathimba will strive to replicate his past master-class acts, where he stormed the 2019 All Africa Games title in Rabat, Morocco. “I will automatically be eyeing the top most honors in Accra,” Gathimba said.