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That red dress you have been saving for special occasions soon becomes your secret weapon, reserved for moments when you need to feel unstoppable.
The 30-year-old self-styled prophet gained attention online for predicting a catastrophic flood on December 25, 2025.
The shutdown marks the culmination of a decades-long decline, as streaming platforms such as Spotify, YouTube and TikTok steadily siphoned off viewers and advertising revenue.
Kingi remembered Lumumba’s critical role in ensuring his safety during turbulent political periods, calling him irreplaceable.
A Gitaru family in Kiambu County lost their home to a fire caused by fireworks on New Year’s Day, with no injuries reported but all possessions destroyed.
Fire experts say the foam was probably polyurethane-based, a material known to release toxic gases and accelerate flames in overcrowded, oxygen-rich spaces.
Munyua made headlines as the first Kenyan and the only African to compete at the prestigious tournament, carrying the nation’s hopes onto one of darts’ biggest global stages.
Tommy Lee Jones issued his first public statement following the sudden death of his daughter Victoria Kafka Jones, asking for privacy as authorities continue investigating the circumstances.
Muthoni Marubu was heckled and forced to flee a Murang’a funeral after her “Tutam” remarks sparked outrage among mourners, highlighting growing tensions ahead of the 2027 elections.
Protesters also raised concerns over alleged bribery that allows illegal alcohol outlets to continue operating despite repeated NACADA raids.
The hallmark of tasty chapatis is their feather-light softness and tenderness, achieved by kneading the dough just right and adding the right amount of ingredients to suit individual preferences
Winona Ryder stars as A$AP Rocky’s quirky neighbour in the chaotic, punk-inspired music video for his new single “Punk Rocky,” the first release from his long-awaited fourth album.
Tekashi's violations included drug possession at his Miami home and an assault at a Florida mall, where he allegedly punched someone who taunted him over his cooperation with law enforcement.
Fans of the series, the show’s writers, and observers worldwide have turned to social media to express their astonishment at the similarities.
Dr Janell Green Smith, a renowned Charleston midwife and advocate for Black maternal health, tragically died from childbirth complications shortly after delivering her first child.
This update includes over 500 new words in total, with many terms derived from the Pidgin dialects of Nigeria, Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, and Sierra Leone
In a world where marriage is often seen as the ultimate goal, more women are choosing to prioritise careers, independence and self-fulfilment
Samuel Medas, known for Heart to Heart, No Performance, and Balance, among others, revealed Gramps Morgan approached him to take up the role.
The image, styled like a Wikipedia entry, listed Trump alongside his US presidential titles and featured his official portrait and supposed tenure details.
The 68-year-old actor received a citation on December 10, 2025, at a hotel in Camarillo, Ventura County, during what authorities described as a prostitution operation.
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