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Flowers and a raised fist: Iran's Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei farewell
At the entrance to the vast religious complex where Ayatollah Ali Khameneis body is set to lie in state from Saturday, dozens were hard at work under an intense heatwave to prepare for the slain supreme leaders grand funeral. Security was on high alert ahead of the start of the funerary activities for Irans ruler [...] The post Flowers and a raised fist: Irans Grand Mosalla readies for Khamenei farewell appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Acid attack suspect found dead in Umoja after suspected suicide
A man who was a key suspect in an alleged acid attack on two women has been found dead in his house in Umoja, Nairobi, in what police suspect was suicide. Elivis Opiyo, a father of two, was found lying on the floor of his house at Amani Court Estate in Umoja Two on Tuesday, [...] The post Acid attack suspect found dead in Umoja after suspected suicide appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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DCI arrest three over murder of Mt Elgon businessman Wasama
Police investigating the fatal shooting of 61-year-old businessman Nathan Masai Wasama in Cheptais, Bungoma County, arrested three suspects as the dragnet tightens around those behind the killing. Wasama was shot dead on the night of August 8, 2026, at his shop in Tuikut Trading Centre, Sasur Location, Cheptais Sub-County, after four men arrived at the [...] The post DCI arrest three over murder of Mt Elgon businessman Wasama appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez
Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner model and influencer Georgina Rodríguez in a civil ceremony in Portugal. The Portuguese striker posted an image on his Instagram account showing two hands presumed to be his on top of his wifes both wearing wedding rings. Calling it the wedding of [...] The post Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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UK prosecutors argue Tate brothers a flight risk ahead of bail hearing
British prosecutors are urging a US court to deny a request by influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan that they be released from jail while extradition proceedings play out, ahead of a detention hearing. They have been held in Florida since their arrest last month after the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which prosecutes criminal [...] The post UK prosecutors argue Tate brothers a flight risk ahead of bail hearing appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Trump says he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat
President Donald Trump has confirmed that he secretly swapped planes as he left a Nato summit in Turkey last month due to a possible threat. I go by Secret Service and the military. They wanted me to go in a different flight, different plane, Trump told reporters on Tuesday. I just have to do what [...] The post Trump says he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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US says helicopter fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade
The US military says one of its helicopters has fired missiles to disable the steering gear of a cargo ship attempting to violate the US blockade of Iranian ports. In a statement, US Central Command (Centcom) says its MH-60 aircraft on Tuesday fired two hellfire missiles into the engine room of the Panama-flagged M/V Vela [...] The post US says helicopter fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 8 hours ago
Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health
President Donald Trump said a US Marine held in a Russian prison, whose health was reportedly in extremely poor condition, has been released. After my discussions with President Vladimir Putin, Russia has agreed to release him, very much on a Humanitarian Basis, Trump wrote on Truth Social, adding that no prisoner swap took place. In [...] The post Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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KEBS clears five Kenyan alcohol brands suspended by Rwanda
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) cleared five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands temporarily suspended by the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA), saying fresh laboratory tests have confirmed their compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. The Rwanda FDA announced the temporary suspension of selected alcoholic beverages on August 5, 2026, among them five [...] The post KEBS clears five Kenyan alcohol brands suspended by Rwanda appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 8 hours ago
Ichung'wah accuses Gachagua of trying to extort Sh300 million from Chinese firm
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of attempting to extort Sh300 million from a Chinese construction company during his tenure in government. Ichung'wah alleged that Gachagua sought the money from China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) over alleged transgressions committed during the administration of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. [...] The post Ichung'wah accuses Gachagua of trying to extort Sh300 million from Chinese firm appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Gatundu South MP Kagombe quits UDA over unfulfilled Ruto promises
Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has announced his decision to leave the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing President William Ruto's administration of failing to honour key campaign promises made to residents of the constituency. Kagombe, who was elected on a UDA ticket in the 2022 General Election, said he could no longer continue supporting a [...] The post Gatundu South MP Kagombe quits UDA over unfulfilled Ruto promises appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 8 hours ago
Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president
Hungarys parliament has elected András Baka, 73, a respected judge and former head of the Supreme Court, as head of state. The Hungarian president is a largely figurehead role, but Bakas rule promises to be tempestuous. His task will be to monitor Prime Minister Péter Magyars efforts to dismantle the interlocking economic and political powerhouse [...] The post Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 13 hours ago
Davido Appeals to President Trump Over Osun State Election Violence
On August 11, 2026, Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke (Davido) publicly appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump and the international community to closely monitor the upcoming Osun State governorship election. In an open letter shared on his X (formerly Twitter) account, Davido expressed concerns about growing tensions and the possibility of violence, intimidation, or disruption [...] The post Davido Appeals to President Trump Over Osun State Election Violence appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Australia PM under fire for remarks on Japanese counterpart's melon gifts
Australias Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is under fire for comments he made about two melons gifted to him by his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi, after a former Japanese envoy called it an insult. During an appearance on the Bush Deep podcast, Albanese gestured near his chest while referring to the crown melons, calling them pretty [...] The post Australia PM under fire for remarks on Japanese counterparts melon gifts appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 14 hours ago
Court orders Sh105 million reserved for victims of torture, abductions and enforced disappearances
The High Court ordered the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Demonstrations and Public Protests to set aside Sh105 million for victims of torture, abductions and enforced disappearances. Justice Gregory Mutai issued the order pending the hearing and determination of a petition challenging the government's authentication process for identifying and verifying victims eligible [...] The post Court orders Sh105 million reserved for victims of torture, abductions and enforced disappearances appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Wall Street giants hand Nvidia $500bn to fund boom in AI projects
Nvidia has teamed up with some of Wall Streets largest banks and investors to raise $500bn (£370bn) in capital for artificial intelligence infrastructure. The chipmaker said it had struck deals with Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs and KKR, and that the investors were for the first time treating AI hardware and infrastructure, often referred [...] The post Wall Street giants hand Nvidia $500bn to fund boom in AI projects appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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