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US to Introduce Stricter Green Card Assessments From September 2026
The United States will introduce stricter checks for green card applicants from 18 September 2026 under a new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that gives immigration officers wider authority to refuse perman…
Kenyan DJ Poizon Ivy Breaks Barriers as an NBA Game-Day Performer
DJ Poizon Ivy, a Kenyan-born DJ based in the United States, has established herself as one of the few African women performing in the National Basketball Association (NBA), where she provides music during games for au…
Gachagua Says Ol Kalou Win Will Shape DCP's 2027 Campaign
The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) says it will use its victory in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election to shape its campaign strategy for the 2027 General Election, with former Deputy President Rigathi Gach…
Trump Administration Faces Diplomatic Tensions Amid US-Italy Dispute
The diplomatic relationship between the United States and Italy has come under strain as President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni engage in a public spat. Meanwhile, Tilman J. Fertitta, the U.S…
How Much Spain Earned for Winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Spain secured a record prize of $51 million after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, claiming their second world title.The victory brought Spain football's bigge…
Sheila Chebii Case Raised in Australian Parliament as Family Seeks Answers
Liverpool MP Charishma Kaliyanda has raised the death of Kenyan national Sheila Chebii in the Australian Parliament, calling for recognition of her family's concerns and the unanswered questions surrounding the case.C…
Mystery Surrounds Death of 21-Year-Old Woman After 22nd-Floor Fall
A 21-year-old woman died after falling from the 22nd floor of Altura Apartments in Nairobi's Upper Hill on Saturday night. Detectives have launched an investigation as her family disputes suggestions that she died by…
Construction of Raila Odinga Mausoleum Begins as KDF Takes Charge of Project
Construction of the Raila Odinga Mausoleum has officially begun at Kang'o Ka Jaramogi in Bondo, with the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) leading the project.Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya said the mausoleum is expec…
Australian Police Launch Search for Kenyan Man Wanted on Sydney Arrest Warrants
Australian police have issued a public appeal to help locate 25-year-old Kenyan national Able Kimutai, who is wanted on outstanding arrest warrants in Sydney.New South Wales Police said Kimutai is the subject of activ…
Strait of Hormuz Coalition Proposal Sparks Debate Among Gulf States
A recent proposal from a London-based research group has sparked a debate among Gulf States regarding shared control of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The suggestion, which draws inspiration from the now-de…
Artificial Ice Structures in Himalayas: A Novel Solution for Water Scarcity
In the arid regions of the Himalayas, a unique innovation is taking shape to combat water scarcity and climate change impacts. Artificial ice pyramids, also known as ice stupas, are being constructed to serve as reser…
Iran's Oil Exports Surge Amid Cease-fire with United States
In a surprising turn of events, Iran significantly increased its oil shipments during a temporary cease-fire agreement with the United States, according to recent data. Between March and June 2026, Iran exported over…
Tragedy at Sea: Hundreds of Rohingya Feared Dead as Boats Sink Amid Pursuit of Safety
In a devastating turn of events, more than 500 Rohingya refugees are feared dead after boats carrying the oppressed minority group capsized in the Andaman Sea, according to human rights organizations and local authori…
Kindiki Urges Mt Kenya to Stay United as Infotrak Warns Over Fake Poll
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for unity in the Mt Kenya region, saying efforts to divide its political support will not succeed. Speaking in Embu, he also urged residents not to read too much into the ou…
Kenya Replaces Passport Referee Requirement with Biometric Verification
The Department of Immigration Services has made the recommending officer section of Kenya's passport application form optional, removing a requirement that had long delayed applications and increased costs for many ap…
Escalating Tensions in Middle East: U.S.-Iran Conflict Intensifies in Jordan
The Middle East is once again at the forefront of global attention as tensions between the United States and Iran intensify in Jordan. Recent hostilities have resulted in four Iranian attacks targeting U.S. troops wit…
Kenyan Embassy in Saudi Arabia Seeks Diaspora Views on Live Online Forums
The Kenyan Embassy in Riyadh has invited Kenyans living and working in Saudi Arabia to give their views on a proposal to hold regular online forums between embassy officials and the diaspora.The public consultation se…
Good News for Kenyans in Ohio as Embassy Announces Four-Day Consular Outreach
The Kenyan Embassy in Washington, D.C., will hold a mobile consular outreach in Columbus, Ohio, from 13 to 16 August 2026, giving Kenyans in the region access to key consular services without travelling to the capital…
Vihiga Man Who Died in UK Ignored Persistent Back Pain, Relied on Panadol to Keep Working
Roy Mugera, a 32-year-old barman from Dagenham, has died after living with synovial sarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. His funeral will take place on Tuesday, 21 July, in Vihiga County, Kenya, after a memorial ser…
Argentina's Soccer Fandom Finds Unlikely Enthusiasts in Bangladesh
In a remarkable display of sports globalization, Bangladesh has emerged as a fervent supporter of Argentina's national soccer team, capturing international attention. Although Bangladesh has never qualified for the FI…