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Human Rights Regressing in Many Balkan Countries – Amnesty Report: As a number of Western Balkan countries join the global trend toward authoritarianism ...
balkaninsight.com/2024/04/24/human-rights-regressing-in-many-balkan-countries-amnesty-report-2/
70 people killed by flooding in Kenya; more rain expected through weekend: Flooding and heavy rains in Kenya have killed at least 70 people since mid-March ...
business-standard.com/world-news/70-people-killed-by-flooding-in-kenya-more-rain-expected-through-weekend-124042601485_1.html
Kenya floods leave 70 dead as truck is swept away in deluge: At least 70 people have died from country-wide flooding in Kenya, a government spokesperson said ...
cnn.com/2024/04/26/africa/kenya-flooding-intl/
Venice: Protests against €5 entrance fee: In Venice, residents protested against the newly introduced €5 entry fee.
de.euronews.com/2024/04/26/venedig-proteste-gegen-5-eintrittsgebuhr
Quick Glance: Venice: Admission Fee and Overcrowding Mitigation
- Venice introduces entry fee: five euros for day visitors.
- Overtourism damages the city and drives residents away.
- Controversy surrounds new regulation, funding infrastructure.
- Likely future price increases and tiered rates for Venice.
Ndaragwa: Nyandarua town whose lunch is eaten by others: Despite its rich history and heritage, the town finds itself at a crossroad.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/nyandarua/ndaragwa-nyandarua-town-whose-lunch-is-eaten-by-others-4602800
Haiti: New interim government sworn in: The desperately poor Caribbean state of Haiti has a new interim government. But when will the international police force ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/haiti-uebergangsregierung-boisvert-1.6636049
Kenyan government recommends regulating, not banning TikTok | Africanews: Kenya's government is cautioning against a blanket ban on TikTok despite growing ...
africanews.com/2024/04/25/kenyan-government-recommends-regulating-not-banning-tiktok/
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Fire us at your own risk, doctors say: The medics have accused the government of resorting to threats and intimidation while side-stepping the ‘real issues’ ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001493893/fire-us-at-your-own-risk-doctors-say
King Mumia II opposes Echesa's appointment: Echesa’s elevation to champion the community’s political and development interests has sparked a heated debate ...
standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001493933/king-mumia-ii-opposes-echesas-appointment
Explainer: How to apply for Youth Enterprise Fund: According to Barayan, the Youth Enterprise Development Fund aims to financially support youths operating ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001493871/explainer-how-to-apply-for-youth-enterprise-fund
Kenyan government recommends regulating, not banning, TikTok: Kenya's government has advised lawmakers against banning TikTok over concerns about content shared ...
reuters.com/world/africa/kenyan-government-recommends-regulating-not-banning-tiktok-2024-04-25/
Coaches, players slam KVF for turning down FIVB support: Volleyball fraternity turns heat on KVF over decision to terminate FIVB partnership.
nation.africa/kenya/sports/coaches-players-slam-kvf-for-turning-down-fivb-support-4603542
Governors reject revenue Bill, demand Sh439.5 billion allocation: CoG said counties will face major challenges in the delivery of the functions assigned to them ...
standardmedia.co.ke/business/business/article/2001493797/governors-reject-revenue-bill-demand-sh4395-billion-allocation
At least 155 killed in Tanzania as heavy rains lash East Africa : At least 155 people have died in Tanzania as torrential rains linked to El Nino triggered ...
wionews.com/world/at-least-155-killed-in-tanzania-as-heavy-rains-lash-east-africa-714943
Quick Glance: Devastating Impact of Heavy Rains in Tanzania
- In Tanzania, the heavy rains that triggered flooding and landslides due to El Nino have resulted in the loss of at least 155 lives.
- The torrential rains, accompanied by strong winds, have caused significant damage, including the destruction of crops, homes, and infrastructure.
- Kenya has recorded about 45 fatalities since the start of the rainy season in March, including 13 from floods in the capital Nairobi.
- The UN humanitarian response agency OCHA reports that in Somalia, the Gu rains have led to severe floods, resulting in at least four deaths and affecting or displacing over 800 people.
Inside the Kenyan cult that starved itself to death: During covid-19 a preacher lured thousands of people into a remote forest. Then he told them to stop eating
economist.com/1843/2024/04/19/inside-the-kenyan-cult-that-starved-itself-to-death
Weak, slow or dead: Why Kenya Kwanza’s free public Wi-Fi promise is a hotspot of frustrations
nation.africa/kenya/news/weak-slow-or-dead-why-kenya-kwanza-s-free-public-wi-fi-promise-is-a-hotspot-of-frustrations-4604722
Lucy Kabuu: Star athlete, broken marriage and fight over matrimonial property: Kabuu’s ex-husband is seeking a court order for 50 per cent share of the ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/lucy-kabuu-star-athlete-broken-marriage-and-fight-over-matrimonial-property-4604634
KMPDU condemns CS Kuria's remarks on CBA, employment reforms: MPDU National Chair Dr. Abidan MwachiMwachi laughed off plans by the Cabinet Secretary to ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001493898/kmpdu-condemns-cs-kurias-remarks-on-cba-employment-reforms
Stay vigilant, heavy rains to continue, weatherman warns: Kenya Meteorological Department issues advisory on heavy rainfall across the country ...
standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001493891/stay-vigilant-heavy-rains-to-continue-weatherman-warns
Kenyans denied rights to life, justice and health: Report: The latest report by Amnesty International has implicated the Kenyan government for either committing ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001493873/kenyans-denied-rights-to-life-justice-and-health-report
Venice begins charging entry fee for day-trippers: Italy’s canal city has begun charging a 5 euro entry fee for people visiting for the day ...
cnn.com/travel/venice-begins-charging-entry-fee/
Why Gen Zs are less interested in clubbing than their Millennial counterparts: Explore how Gen Z's values and experiences differ from those of Millennials
nation.africa/kenya/audio/why-gen-zs-are-less-interested-in-clubbing-than-their-millennial-counterparts-4600610
Sergeant Rose Nyawira laid to rest: She was buried at an emotional ceremony in Kagio, Kirinyaga County.
nation.africa/kenya/videos/sergeant-rose-nyawira-laid-to-rest-4603140
Decline of ten percent: extreme weather causes historically poor wine harvest: Droughts, fires and other climate-related problems are causing a serious slump in ...
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Extremwetter-sorgt-fuer-historisch-schlechte-Weinernte-article24902261.html
Readers recommend: Eight books you must read to understand Italy: After we published our own recommendations of some of the best books to read for those ...
thelocal.it/20240425/eight-books-you-must-read-before-moving-to-italy-as-recommended-by-readers
Kenya: Flooding in Tanzania and Kenya Claims Scores of Lives: After days of torrential rain across East Africa, Tanzania's prime minister says at least 155 ...
allafrica.com/stories/202404260023.html
Flashy pastor James Wanjohi in Sh600m jobs scam on DCI’s no-fly list: Wanjohi failed to turn up for questioning.
nation.africa/kenya/news/flashy-pastor-james-wanjohi-in-sh600m-jobs-scam-on-dci-s-no-fly-list-4603710
Moment villagers boarded ill-fated sand lorry that ended in tragedy
nation.africa/kenya/videos/moment-villagers-boarded-ill-fated-sand-lorry-that-ended-in-tragedy-4604280
Schools to open despite heavy rains, says PS Kipsang: PS Kipsang says preparations were underway for the opening.
nation.africa/kenya/news/education/schools-to-open-despite-heavy-rains-says-ps-kipsang-4603878
Utamaduni Day now Mazingira Day as October 10 holiday renamed again: Utamaduni Day, marked every Oct. 10, renamed Mazingira Day, President Ruto says after ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001493862/utamaduni-day-now-mazingira-day-as-october-10-holiday-renamed-again
Why Lamu's 200-year-old Witu town remains underdeveloped: Witu is one of the oldest Swahili settlements in Lamu, dating back over 200 years.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/lamu/why-lamu-s-200-year-old-witu-town-remains-underdeveloped--4602960
Huge turnout at ‘Mashemeji’ derby exciting: Whatever the reason, the organisers must keep the strategy book for future reference.
nation.africa/kenya/sports/talkup/huge-turnout-at-mashemeji-derby-exciting-4603526
Tension in Kakuma as refugees protest reduced food ration: Tension remained high in the Kakuma refugee camp in the Turkana West sub-county following protests ...
standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001493847/tension-in-kakuma-as-refugees-protest-reduced-food-ration
Bomas of Kenya CEO Peter Gitaa Koria to be charged over Sh8.5m tender fraud: He since been suspended.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/bomas-of-kenya-ceo-peter-gitaa-koria-to-be-charged-over-sh8-5m-tender-fraud-4604338
John Kaguchia, the MP with a curious take on health, environment: Mukurweini Member of Parliament John Kaguchia
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001493878/john-kaguchia-the-mp-with-a-curious-take-on-health-environment
KTB seeks to increase tourist numbers to 3 million: The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is pursuing initiatives to increase the number of international tourist ...
standardmedia.co.ke/business/business/article/2001493848/ktb-seeks-to-increase-tourist-numbers-to-3-million
Errand runners: The new hustle in town : Meet young Kenyans who make money from being sent to deliver or shop for items.
nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/mynetwork/errand-runners-the-new-hustle-in-town--4602000
No pay for striking medics, Health CS Susan Nakhumicha now says: Nakhumicha says striking health workers will not be paid for failing to show up at their work ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/no-pay-for-striking-medics-health-cs-susan-nakhumicha-now-says-4603672
Raila's ODM postpones grassroots elections due to heavy rains: The first phase of the polls was to start Saturday.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/raila-s-odm-postpones-grassroots-elections-due-to-heavy-rains-4603942
Former CS Ukur Yatani's home raided in multi-billion graft probe: Detectives from EACC have this morning raided the homes of former Treasury CS Ukur Yatani ...
standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001493857/former-cs-ukur-yatanis-home-raided-in-multi-billion-graft-probe
Lenders raise interest on loans despite CBK holding key rate: A steep rise in interest rates could see the cost of borrowing cross levels above 30 per cent ...
standardmedia.co.ke/business/business/article/2001493813/lenders-raise-interest-on-loans-despite-cbk-holding-key-rate
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‘Confined to this little island’: Britons criticise rejection of EU youth mobility deal
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/25/britons-hit-out-rejection-eu-youth-mobility-offer
How Ruto scuttled Sh200m deal in procurement of UDA election tablets: President Ruto ordered cancellation of the deal and instructed officials to find another ...
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/how-ruto-scuttled-sh200m-deal-in-procurement-of-uda-election-tablets-4603254
Knec to pilot first Grade 9 assessment before October: The assessment will replace the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education examinations.
nation.africa/kenya/news/education/knec-to-pilot-first-grade-9-assessment-before-october-4602582
The tiny republic of San Marino is alarmingly friendly to Russia: Intelligence sources are concerned about the country, which is surrounded by Italy
economist.com/europe/2024/04/24/the-tiny-republic-of-san-marino-is-alarmingly-friendly-to-russia
Ruto to attend Tanzania’s holiday fete despite Suluhu snub: Kenya
nairobinews.nation.africa/ruto-to-attend-tanzanias-holiday-fete-despite-suluhu-snub/
Costly locally assembled phones dim digital access goals: Locally assembled smartphones are retailing at highs of up to Sh10,559 and could rise further to Sh11 ...
businessdailyafrica.com/bd/markets/market-news/costly-locally-assembled-phones-dim-digital-access-goals--4602418
'You're fired!': Counties issue dismissal letters to striking doctors
nation.africa/kenya/health/-you-re-fired-counties-issue-dismissal-letters-to-striking-doctors--4602516
Amnesty International: Hard stance in doctor’s strike not helping: The nationwide disruption of health services in public hospitals is now in its sixth week.
nation.africa/kenya/news/amnesty-international-hard-stance-in-doctor-s-strike-not-helping-4603936
Death and destruction as floods ravage the country: More than 10 people feared dead in Nairobi as President Ruto directs the formation of response team.
nation.africa/kenya/news/death-and-destruction-as-floods-ravage-the-country-4602660
Competition watchdog orders Glovo and Uber Eats to open Kenya offices: CAK says a survey revealed delayed resolution of client issues against the mostly ...
nation.africa/kenya/business/competition-watchdog-orders-glovo-and-uber-eats-to-open-kenya-offices-4603404
Senators push for review of laws on governor removal: The lawmakers said the consequences of governor impeachments are dire.
nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/senators-push-for-review-of-laws-on-governor-removal-4603680
Swarup Mishra’s woes deepen with planned auction of prime Mediheal properties: The properties have been put up for sale due to multi-million loan arrears.
nation.africa/kenya/news/swarup-mishra-s-woes-deepen-with-planned-auction-of-prime-mediheal-properties-4603726
Blast from the past: Proteas hammered by Australia in 2007 World Cup semi: Today in SA sport history: April 25
timeslive.co.za/sunday-times-daily/sport/2024-04-24-blast-from-the-past-proteas-hammered-by-australia-in-2007-world-cup-semi/
Prisons’ bronze shows Kenyan clubs can conquer Africa, but let’s fix our league first
nation.africa/kenya/sports/talkup/prisons-bronze-shows-kenyan-clubs-can-conquer-africa-but-let-s-fix-our-league-first-4602446
NCPB sets in motion plans to compensate farmers for fake fertiliser: NCPB has embarked on the process of compensating farmers who procured substandard fertiliser ...
standardmedia.co.ke/business/business/article/2001493864/ncpb-sets-in-motion-plans-to-compensate-farmers-for-fake-fertiliser
Scientists Make Breakthrough in Chronic Pain Treatment: The new technology may also help restore movement in paralyzed limbs.
newsweek.com/scientists-breakthrough-chronic-pain-treatment-1894614
Robert Alai moves to court to overturn decision to remove him from two committees
nation.africa/kenya/counties/nairobi/robert-alai-moves-to-court-to-overturn-decision-to-remove-him-from-two-committees-4602688
How this film festival is supporting the ‘#NoToJeepneyPhaseout’ campaign: Organized by young filmmakers and enthusiasts, Sinepasada merges community labor ...
rappler.com/entertainment/movies/sinepasada-film-festival-supporting-no-jeepney-phaseout-campaign/
‘Circles of Freedom’ tells a tight-paced story of Asaf Ali and friends during the national movement
scroll.in/article/1067068/circles-of-freedom-tells-a-tight-paced-story-of-asaf-ali-and-friends-during-the-national-movement
Neuroscientists investigate how the target of an arm movement is spatially encoded in the primate brain
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-neuroscientists-arm-movement-spatially-encoded.html
The Italian bear on trial for murder: Last year a jogger was mauled to death in the Dolomites. Did the EU’s rewilding project go dangerously wrong?
economist.com/1843/2024/04/26/the-italian-bear-on-trial-for-murder
Ram Madhav writes: India should steer the global conservative movement: Liberal backlash is intensifying. But a strong Indian leadership can stabilise its ...
indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/ram-madhav-writes-india-should-steer-the-global-conservative-movement-9292796/
Cheap imports stifling growth of local manufacturing industry in construction sector
nation.africa/kenya/business/cheap-imports-stifling-growth-of-local-manufacturing-industry-in-construction-sector-4602246
Joe Biden’s aides try to block him from cameras amid gaffe fears: Staff now accompany the president on his walks from the White House to Marine One ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/joe-bidens-aides-try-to-block-him-from-cameras-in-fear-of-viral-gaffe-sp2qf0ccm
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Germany’s AfD has become its own worst enemy: The EU election campaign launch marks the end of a torrid fortnight that is threatening to jeopardise the AfD’s ...
spectator.co.uk/article/germanys-afd-has-become-its-own-worst-enemy/
These 15 One-of-a-Kind Watches Won’t Appear at the OnlyWatch Auction. We Asked the Brands Why.
robbreport.com/style/watch-collector/lists/15-watches-withdrawn-from-onlywatch-auction-1235595062/
Man City set to face hearing for 115 charges, says Premier League CEO: Richard Masters says Man City will face a hearing for their 115 alleged breaches of ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/26/man-city-set-face-hearing-115-charges-says-premier-league-ceo-20725368/
Celeste’s slick movement meets Zelda’s hookshot in Oyster Wars, “intense” platformer by an actual oyster farmer about revenge against Big Oyster
rockpapershotgun.com/celestes-slick-movement-meets-zeldas-hookshot-in-oyster-wars-intense-platformer-by-an-actual-oyster-farmer-about-revenge-against-big-oyster
The six-year wait for State compensation that ended tragically: Sombwana Mohamed Omar dies as he awaits pay from the government.
nation.africa/kenya/counties/lamu/the-six-year-wait-for-state-compensation-that-ended-tragically-4601596
A Weird Week Indeed: Milan's Pizza Ban, Dove In EU Parliament, Cicada Salad: While busy delivering the best international journalism, the Worldcrunch team ...
worldcrunch.com/culture-society/pizza-ban-milan
I left the UK for France and never regret it. Young Britons deserve that chance: It felt right when the EU proposed post-Brexit freedom of movement for 18- to ...
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/travel/left-uk-france-never-regret-young-britons-deserve-chance-3025555
Here’s How to Stop Swaying in Your Backswing: Too much lateral lower body movement will stop you making good contact with your shots. Megan Johnston has a quick ...
womensgolf.com/stop-swaying-in-your-backswing
From Marilynne Robinson to Ross King: new books reviewed in short: Reading Genesis by Marilynne Robinson Marilynne Robinson’s book is exegesis ...
newstatesman.com/culture/books/2024/04/from-marilynne-robinson-to-ross-king-new-books-reviewed-in-short
Russia seeking to ban 'anti-Russian separatist movement': The organization is loosely described, but characterized as having the goal of trying to ...
kyivindependent.com/russia-trying-to-ban-anti-separatist-movement/
Justice for French Touch: The Gallic movement's essential tracks: For the release of French electro duo Justice's first album in over seven years ...
euronews.com/culture/2024/04/26/justice-for-french-touch-the-gallic-movements-essential-tracks
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Friday: A suspended army general to run in June's EU election, Venice's mayor praises the new entry fee ...
thelocal.it/20240426/today-in-italy-a-roundup-of-the-latest-news-on-friday-16
Boebert, Trump Jr. appear together at Loveland campaign event: Lauren Boebert, a devotee of the Make America Great Again movement and a strong supporter of ...
reporterherald.com/2024/04/25/boebert-trump-jr-appear-together-at-loveland-campaign-event/
Bureaucracy madness? Eggstätt has to pay a fine of 23,000 euros for rain: Eggstätt has to pay a fine of 23,000 euros because the rain over the municipal area ...
ovb-online.de/rosenheim/chiemgau/ro-ch-gem/buerokratie-wahnsinn-eggstaett-muss-23-000-euro-bussgeld-fuer-regen-bezahlen-93031618.html
Tripling renewables: European G7 leaders need to turn words into action: Italy, with backing from European leaders, needs to secure a robust commitment from the ...
euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/opinion/tripling-renewables-european-g7-leaders-need-to-turn-words-into-action/
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