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Powerful earthquake kills 20 people off Flores Island in East Indonesia; authorities say 6 injured, 2 still buried in debris.
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More than 20 people killed in central Nigeria during violent clashes between Kambari and Fulani communities, lawmaker Jafar Muhammad confirms.
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Atletico Madrid sign Argentina defender Cristian Romero from Tottenham for a reported €40 million fee on a contract until June 2031.
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UPDATE: Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 38 after 18 more people die, disaster mitigation agency confirms.
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UPDATE: Second earthquake hits Indonesia as a 6.9-magnitude tremor strikes Sumatra, hours after a deadly quake off Flores Island.
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Kanzo promises Aisha Jumwa senior post in Wiper as she joins from UDA
Once a Gender CS in Ruto’s government, Jumwa says her time in the cold has ignited her resolve to lead a pushback against his administration.
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Harsh reality of Kenya's healthcare, as patients struggle to access basic services
During the Health Summit next week achievements in the health sector will take centre stage, however, there are concerns about the state of healthcare in the country
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There will be consequences, TSC now seeks to tame teachers' posts on social media
Across TikTok, Facebook and Instagram, teachers are posting videos of themselves dancing, singing, teaching and interacting with learners.
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ACK bishop asks bereaved family to reject Ruto's Sh500,000 donation, terming it evil
The bishop said he had spoken to  God, who had shown him a vision and revelation that the donation was evil and the family should reject and return it.
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Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale’s wife, Gloria Khalwale, dies of a heart attack, family confirms; they were blessed with eight children.
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Opposition wave forces State House back to the drawing board as support falters
The desperation in the president’s camp is glaring as they heighten mobilisation efforts.
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Kenyans tired of show-offs amid poverty
Ruto has been filmed wearing wellingtons, clad in a Jacaru hat from Australia, while inspecting the ploughing of his farm, in readiness for planting season.
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Showdown as Linda Mwananchi visits Homa Bay
Tension has been building ahead of the rally as reports emerged that some youths had been mobilised and paid between Sh1,000 and Sh3,000 to disrupt the rally.
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https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/macharia-munene/article/2001555402/how-rutos-political-troubles-pushed-him-toward-vision-2060
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Ruto's Vision 2060 gamble: How political troubles shaped his grand new dream
Since Ruto repeatedly talks of his brilliance and ignores complaints and grievances because he is president, tensions developed in the country.
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Tension grips Homa Bay as youths block roads leading to the town ahead of Linda Mwananchi rally, despite govt assurance of security.
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Kisumu-based AFP correspondent Fred Ooko attacked by goons in Homa Bay ahead of the Linda Mwananchi rally, robbed off his camera and driving licence.
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Siaya Governor James Orengo’s convoy attacked in Ndhiwa, Homa Bay County, forcing him to turn back; condemns the incident as unacceptable.
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https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555428/live-blog-tension-high-in-homa-bay-ahead-of-linda-mwananchi-rally
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Live Blog: Tension high in Homa Bay ahead of Linda Mwananchi rally
The reported barricading came despite assurances from the government that security would be heightened.
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