Erling Haaland Commits Future to Manchester City with Landmark Nine-Year Deal

Manchester City’s star striker Erling Haaland has signed an extraordinary nine-year contract extension that will keep him at the Premier League champions until 2034. The deal cements his place at the heart of City’s plans for the future and marks one of the most significant long-term commitments in football history. Should he remain at the […]

Massive Fire Erupts at World’s Largest Battery Storage Facility in Northern California

A massive fire broke out on Thursday afternoon at the Moss Landing Power Plant in Northern California, the world’s largest battery storage facility. The blaze forced emergency evacuations, disrupted traffic along Highway 1, and raised fresh concerns about the challenges of managing lithium battery fires. The incident occurred at the facility, which houses thousands of […]

Gambela Residents Approve Site for Dispensary Construction

Today, a delegation from the Department of Health, led by County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Services Lucy Kaburu, Chief Officer for Public Health Bisharo Hassan, and Zeinab Adan, a surveyor from the Department of Lands, held a significant meeting with Gambela residents and local institutions, including Gambela Primary School. The objective of the […]

Celebrations Erupt in Gaza Following Ceasefire and Hostage Release Agreement Between Israel and Hamas

Thousands of Palestinians in Gaza took to the streets in celebration as news broke of a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas, signaling a potential end to over 15 months of intense conflict in the region. The announcement, reported by AFP, sparked spontaneous gatherings across the Palestinian territory, filling the air with […]

US Announces Israel-Hamas Ceasefire and Hostage Deal in Landmark Agreement

In a significant development, President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that a ceasefire and hostage agreement have been reached between Israel and Hamas, signaling an end to 15 months of conflict and hardship in Gaza. The deal was brokered through intensive diplomatic efforts and comes with the promise of increased humanitarian aid to the region. […]

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol Arrested Amid Accusations of Insurrection

In a historic and unprecedented move, South Korean authorities have detained the nation’s impeached president, Yoon Suk-yeol, on charges of insurrection. The allegations stem from Yoon’s controversial decision to briefly impose martial law, a measure that was swiftly overturned by the National Assembly. The Joint Investigation Headquarters confirmed the arrest in a formal statement, saying, […]

Marburg Virus: Suspected Outbreak Claims Eight Lives in Tanzania

A suspected outbreak of the deadly Marburg virus in northwest Tanzania has resulted in the deaths of eight people and infected nine, according to a statement from the World Health Organization (WHO). This development comes just weeks after an outbreak in neighboring Rwanda was declared over. Details of the Suspected Outbreak The outbreak has been […]

Burkina Faso President Bans Colonial-Era Judicial Wigs to Promote National Identity

In a decisive step toward decolonizing Burkina Faso’s judiciary and reclaiming cultural sovereignty, President Captain Ibrahim Traoré has announced a ban on the wearing of British and French colonial-style wigs by judges. The move underscores the country’s commitment to shedding remnants of foreign influence and fostering a stronger sense of national identity. Judges in Burkina […]

Top KCSE Performers Target Engineering and Nursing Courses

Top-scoring students from Nyaikuro Secondary School in Nyamira County are now setting their sights on prestigious careers in engineering and health sciences after achieving impressive results in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams. Among them, Clifford Ogato and Mary Onkundi, who both earned exemplary A (minus) grades, have already identified their preferred […]