Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public health

US President Donald Trump reversed a key Obama-era scientific ruling that underpins all federal actions on curbing planet-warming gases. The so-called 2009 endangerment finding concluded that a range of greenhouse gases were a threat to public health. Its become the legal bedrock of federal efforts to rein in emissions, especially in vehicles. The White House [...] The post Trump revokes landmark ruling that greenhouse gases endanger public health appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Billionaire Manchester United co-owner sparks outrage by claiming UK 'colonized by immigrants'

Jim Ratcliffe, the billionaire co-owner of Manchester United, has sparked widespread outrage for claiming the United Kingdom has been "colonized by immigrants," with club supporters condemning his language as dangerous and divisive and the prime minister demanding an apology. Ratcliffe, who founded petrochemical company Ineos and is one of Britain's richest men, apologized in a [...] The post Billionaire Manchester United co-owner sparks outrage by claiming UK 'colonized by immigrants' appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Costs from Trump's tariffs paid almost entirely by US consumers, NY Fed says 

As President Donald Trump changed tariff agreements with a number of countries, there was one constant: goods became more expensive for US companies and consumers. In research released Thursday by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a group of analysts and economists found that in 2025, the average tariff rate on imported goods rose [...] The post Costs from Trumps tariffs paid almost entirely by US consumers, NY Fed says  appeared first on Kahawatungu.

DHS shutdown looms as funding bill fails over immigration demands

The US Senate has failed to advance a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) amid dispute over Democratic demands to place new restrictions on immigration agents. A procedural vote on Thursday fell short of the number required, leaving it stalled ahead of a midnight Saturday deadline. Following the killings of two US [...] The post DHS shutdown looms as funding bill fails over immigration demands appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Australia's Liberal Party ousts first woman leader

The first female leader of Australias Liberal Party, Sussan Ley, has been ousted after just nine months in the job, losing a leadership ballot to her former shadow defence minister Angus Taylor. Ley was elevated to the role after the party suffered a resounding defeat in last years election, but since then has been plagued [...] The post Australias Liberal Party ousts first woman leader appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Hasten education reforms

These reforms to improve the education sector are long overdue and should be comprehensively...

Take bold actions to eradicate corruption

There is a need for bold action to slay the dragon of corruption.

Protect junior lawyers from sexual harassment

Legal practitioners have preyed on and thrived from the ignorance of their clients.

What the HSBC SVNS 2 means for local players

Fatigue management relies on systematic data collection and interpretation.

Dangerous silence as women political mobilisers bear the brunt of violence

Since women remain in the shadows, their issues never come to the surface. The media sees them,...

Talks about locking certain regions for some parties balkanising the country

Politicians are talking about locking certain regions for some parties, are balkanising the...

Now is the time to change Kenya

I know Kenyan politicians are a rough bunch, they are not bothered by the niceties of...

France-Africa meet, Kenya's place in a multipolar world

The Nairobi Declaration becomes how rich economies engage Africa.

Radio remains at the heart of communities

Whether commuting to work, tending farms, or preparing meals at home, radio forms part of our...

Ms Bina Maseno, a human rights advocate with Badili Africa, on Fixing the Nation show

Oburu:Azimio is moribund without ODM

He rejected leadership changes orchestrated by ex-President Kenyatta where Kalonzo was made a...

Scarcity and Slaughter: The Bloody Side of Gusii's Land Battles

The rolling green hills of the Gusii region were once celebrated for their agricultural productivity and close-knit communities. Today, they are increasingly becoming scenes of crime — or potential flashpoints — amid a troubling rise in murders and violent conflicts linked to land disputes. Experts, security agencies and residents alike point to diminishing land sizes [...] The post Scarcity and Slaughter: The Bloody Side of Gusii's Land Battles appeared first on Kahawatungu.

IG Kanja orders immediate inquiry into Security breach at Wajir event

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja Thursday ordered an immediate inquiry into a security incident that occurred on Wednesday during the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) event in Wajir County. The event was attended by President William Ruto. During the event, a man breached the security guards' cordon and dashed to the main dais [...] The post IG Kanja orders immediate inquiry into Security breach at Wajir event appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Norway's ex-PM charged with gross corruption over Epstein links

Former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland has been charged with gross corruption over his ties with the US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, police have said. The charge was brought after the Council of Europe lifted Jaglands immunity, which he enjoyed because of his past diplomatic role. He denies criminal liability and is willing to cooperate, [...] The post Norways ex-PM charged with gross corruption over Epstein links appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ruto's hand in ODM woes seen in decisions, financing

President William Rutos hand in the unfolding sequence of explosive events in the ODM party, including the ouster of Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, has been openly evident.