But far from resting on her laurels, she is set to bounce back with a job hosting the MTV Europe Music Awards. “Talks between MTV and Rita’s new management are ongoing and they’re just ironing out the finer details. Rita said last month: “My upcoming album — everything’s a bit awkward, a bit off, a little less perfect. It will also include a track called People Watching, which the singer performed during a handful of live appearances this summer. He is converting a second building into a “private music barn, for listening and playing music with family and friends”.

October 06, 2024 22:27 UTC

ISLAMABAD: A group of Malaysian media personnel found themselves on an unexpected three-hour detour on Saturday (Oct 5) night, navigating the winding roads of villages and small towns as they travelled from their hotel to Islamabad International Airport to catch their flight home. Protests in Pakistan’s capital forced them to take alternative routes to the airport, a journey that usually takes only half an hour. Ahmad Iskandar expressed gratitude on behalf of his fellow Malaysian media personnel for the efforts made by Malaysian embassy officials and drivers to ensure their safe arrival at Islamabad Airport, despite the lengthy and winding alternative route taken at night. In addition to being a former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan is the founder of the Tehreek-e-Insaf party. Supporters of Pakistan’s imprisoned former prime minister are expected to continue their protests today, as security forces maintain a tight grip throughout Islamabad.

October 06, 2024 20:51 UTC

AdvertisementUganda, Kenya, Burundi, Ethiopia and Djibouti have been the mainstay of the AU peacekeeping force in Somalia, joining at different stages of the mission. “We are quite distressed by the disagreement between our two friendly nations of Ethiopia and Somalia,” Dr Sing’oei told The EastAfrican. Addis Ababa thinks replacing their troops with Egypt is a slap in the face for the Ethiopian troops who sacrificed in Somalia. It also warned that tensions could cut intelligence sharing between troop contributors, allowing the extremists to filter through. “I urge Ethiopia and Somalia to engage in good faith in these diplomatic efforts and to avoid actions that could lead to escalation.

October 06, 2024 18:17 UTC

The Harambee Stars captain missed the first two Group J games against Zimbabwe and Namibia but will be available against the Indomitable Lions. Former Kenya international Humphrey Mieno has discussed the importance of Olunga in the two vital encounters. Mieno believes Olunga's return to the team will be valuable against the five-time African champions. Against Zimbabwe, Kenya dominated possession, but starting striker Eric Omondi did not score. Engin Firat's side play Cameroon in back-to-back matches, and positive results in both matches will help them solidify their lead in Group J.Mieno on Kenya vs CameroonTUKO.co.ke earlier reported that former Gor Mahia midfielder Humphrey Mieno backed Harambee Stars to beat Cameroon.

October 06, 2024 17:44 UTC

Mr Moindi also called on the government to urgently investigate the incident and arrest those caught on camera throwing chairs at Mr Morara. Mr Morara, visibly in pain, appeared with his family at the press briefing but did not address journalists. Suddenly, some goons started throwing chairs at Morara who was just sitting waiting for his turn to speak,” Mr Mwongera said. He remained stranded and it is at this point that he sustained even more injuries,” Mr Mwongera said. Mr Mwongera also called on the government to provide Morara with additional security.

October 06, 2024 17:17 UTC





Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's family on Sunday took the unprecedented step to make public details of a Will by his late brother as part of his defence against accusations of amassing ill-gotten wealth. The Will by Nderitu Gachagua, who died in February 2017, names the deputy president among the executors and administrators of the estate and lists some properties that have become the subject of impeachment proceedings. “I’m very pained that my late brother Governor Nderitu Gachagua, a good man, who worked very hard for his family and died eight years ago, his will that he made in privacy is in every newspaper. I wish those who pursue me should allow my late brother to rest in peace,” the DP said during a Sunday service at his Karen residence in Nairobi. These properties belonged to my late brother, Nderitu Gachagua who appointed me as co-executor of his will.

October 06, 2024 16:41 UTC

Rigathi Gachagua's handsome sons Kevin and Keith attended a church service with their parents. Photo: Rigathi Gachagua. Source: FacebookHow many children does Rigathi Gachagua have? Rigathi Gachagua apologises to President RutoAfter the service, Gachagua took to the pulpit to apologise to his boss, President William Ruto. Are Rigathi Gachagua's sons married?

October 06, 2024 16:22 UTC

The case was ongoing before the Kitui Anti-Corruption Court. All the accused persons have subsequently been discharged in a ruling delivered on October 2, 2024, allowing the DPP to abandon the prosecution. The DPP’s Application to end the case was vehemently opposed by EACC in an affidavit filed in court, terming it a complete disregard of public interest, abuse of the court process and made in bath faith. Chief Magistrate David Mburu in his ruling however agreed with DPP submission saying the reason for the withdrawal of the case is justified. “After due consideration of all the arguments advanced in this matter, the court is satisfied that the DPP has presented proper justification for the decision to withdraw the case.

October 06, 2024 16:01 UTC

Bolo Bespoke and his wife Mueni have been the talk of the town after their flashy traditional wedding. Bolo Bespoke’s wife tells off critics. Source: InstagramWhat did Bolo Bespoke's wife Mueni say about haters? The lovebirds have been a topic of discussion on social media, and they went live on social media to address critics. So the pressure from social media is just a minor issue.

October 06, 2024 15:19 UTC

A 26-year-old man named Josh Williams was reportedly fired from his job for wasting hours searching for stupid things like ‘Turkey teeth’ and ‘Simon Cowell’s botched Botox’ on his work computer. Williams was fired after just three months into his job for googling terms like Turkey teeth and Simon Cowell’s botched Botox. I had blown all my savings on a holiday and getting my teeth done, and now I’d returned to no job,” Williams confessed. Viral Video Shows Thousands Of Indian Students Lining Up For Waiter Jobs In Canada---Advertisement---TikTok BacklashWilliams said he created a TikTok video explaining his termination. After it went viral, Josh was turned down from three potential jobs.

October 06, 2024 15:19 UTC

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October 06, 2024 15:07 UTC

Boxing enthusiasts are questioning Jake Paul's fitness as the 27 year old gears up to fight Mike Tyson. Others defended Paul, arguing that his appearance was not surprising given he has moved up in weight to fight Tyson, reports the Mirror. Speaking to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the 53 year old said: "If Mike really hits Jake, Mike can really hurt Jake, and I know what Mike can do and what Jake can do." I don't think Mike will be going in there to lose to Jake Paul. (Image: FilmMagic)"In the first five or six rounds, and what makes this so fun, is that getting hit by Mike Tyson is dangerous, very dangerous.

October 06, 2024 13:41 UTC

Discover five legendary Kenyan athletes who defy age to dominate the track and marathon scene. Pulse Sports takes a look at five Kenyan athletes who are not ready to exit the track just yet. Kenyan athletes defying age: legends who continue to dominate the track1. Despite his age, Kipchoge remains focused on pushing the limits of human endurance aiming to inspire a new generation of runners. Isaiah Kosgei is one of 5 Kenyan athletes who are not ready to exit the trackHe switched to charity racing using his running to raise funds for underprivileged students in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya.

October 06, 2024 10:24 UTC

UDA had scheduled the polls for August but they were put on hold following political unrest caused by the controversial Finance Bill, 2024. Both UDA and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga plan to hold their grassroots elections in November amid 2027 General Election coalition talks. The ODM Central Management Committee meeting chaired by Odinga last month directed the party’s National Elections Coordinating Committee (NECC) to begin preparations for the polls. UDA National Elections Board chairperson Anthony Mwaura told The Weekly Review that the board will hold a meeting to set the new dates for the polls. In Jubilee, then-President Uhuru Kenyatta declined to call for party elections even as his then-deputy, Dr Ruto, sustained pressure for party members to participate in electing officials.

October 06, 2024 09:01 UTC

Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) are State-owned investment vehicles, primarily funded with revenues from exhaustible natural resources, designed to benefit current and future generations. In this article, we reflect and recommend for Kenya to establish a Strategic Investment Fund. Missed opportunitiesKenya had an opportunity to establish a SWF with the Kenya National Sovereign Wealth Fund (KNSWF) Bill in 2014. Across the continent, several African SWFs are being used to anchor investments from reputable but large private companies via PPP. African SWFs are also being used for innovation and growth through investments in entrepreneurial sectors of their domestic economies.

October 06, 2024 08:38 UTC