Former Barcelona and Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta announced his retirement on Tuesday after a trophy-laden career spanning 24 years. “Please allow me to be a little emotional today…” a tearful Iniesta, who most recently played for Emirates Club in the United Arab Emirates, told a press conference. “I never thought this day would come. I…
An 18-year-old girl named Ndanu from Mbiuni, Mwala Subcounty, is recovering at Machakos Level 5 Hospital after a brutal panga attack allegedly carried out by her 22-year-old boyfriend, Brian Waita. Ndanu, who is 23 weeks pregnant, suffered deep cuts to her neck and a broken arm during the assault, which took place after what seemed…
Former Kenya under-20 athletics champion Kipyegon Bett has died aged 26 in Bomet, Kenya, following a short illness. The 800m specialist won his junior world title in 2016 and then took bronze at the senior World Championships in London the following year. However, his career was halted in 2018 when he was handed a four-year…
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Tunisians headed to the polls to cast their ballots in the country’s presidential election, which analysts say President Kais Saied looks set to win. With most of his challengers in prison or barred from running, Saied is accused of suppressing political competition. Only two other candidates were given the go ahead by the electoral commission…
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Nine people injured after a Chania Executive bus plunged into the Indian Ocean at the Likoni Ferry Crossing channel The bus, which was travelling to Nairobi from Ukunda, slipped into the ocean with as it was making its way into the ferry. Kenya Red Cross officer confirmed the incident and said seven of the victims…
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Nottingham Forest had to withstand some late Chelsea pressure to secure a point on their travels and enter the October international break in the top half of the Premier League table. Chris Wood scored another away goal – his 10th in the Premier League on the road since the start of last season – to…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked President William Ruto and members of parliament to forgive him for anything he did that they deem wrong. Speaking at a Church service held at the National Prayer Altar, domiciled at his official Karen residence, on Sunday said his intention has never been to disappoint anyone. The DP also…
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The chief of Uganda’s defense forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has given U.S. Ambassador William Popp until Monday morning to apologize or leave the country. It is not clear why Kainerugaba, who is President Yoweri Museveni’s son, issued the ultimatum to the ambassador, although this week the United States sanctioned four Ugandan police officers for human…
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Arsenal secured another dramatic victory against newly promoted opposition as they beat Southampton 3-1. The game got off to a strong start for the Gunners who subjected Saints to lengthy and relentless pressure. They struggled to turn this into shooting opportunities though, and it was not until first half stoppage time that they managed their…
Liverpool moved four points clear at the top of the Premier League as Diogo Jota’s early strike proved enough for a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace. The Portuguese forward opened the scoring inside nine minutes, poking home Cody Gakpo’s cross, and the scoreboard was not troubled again, with Liverpool extending their advantage over title rivals…
