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USCIS to Toughen Citizenship Test & Overhaul H-1B Visa System The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is preparing major changes that will impact both aspiring American citizens and skilled foreign workers. The agency plans to toughen the naturalization test and revamp the H-1B visa process, signaling a shift in how the U.S. manages legal…
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The Many Wives of Muhammad Ali: Love, Faith & Complex Legacy Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr, was not only one of the most iconic boxers in history but also a man whose personal life was deeply intertwined with his public persona. Charismatic, controversial, and deeply spiritual, Ali’s romantic relationships often reflected the complexities…
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Biometrics to Replace Passport Stamps at EU Borders in October Starting in October 2025, travelers entering and exiting the European Union will no longer receive traditional passport stamps. Instead, a new digital border system will record biometric data as part of the EU’s long-anticipated Entry/Exit System (EES) rollout. The EES is designed to modernize border…
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The Passing Away of Evanson Muriithi Mukira in LA, California It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Evanson Muriithi Mukira, formerly of Baltimore, Maryland, and more recently residing in Los Angeles, California. Muriithi suffered a massive brainstem stroke and, after a few days in the hospital, sadly passed away on…
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Elon Musk’s Resilience Amidst Lawsuits and Family Balancing Act Elon Musk is no stranger to controversy, pressure, or public scrutiny. As the CEO of multiple high-impact companies—including Tesla, SpaceX, Neuralink, and xAI—his daily schedule is a complex web of responsibilities, risks, and relentless ambition. But what truly defines Musk’s daily life is not just his…
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Gachagua Appeals to Donald Trump Over Next US Ambassador Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a direct appeal to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, urging him to consider Kenya’s current political realities when appointing the next United States ambassador to Nairobi. In an interview on Wednesday, August 6, Gachagua called for a strong, principled…
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Feisal Salum Abdallah (Tanzania) was voted Man of the Match in then CHAN 2024 opening fixture. PHOTO/https://www.cafonline.com/caf-african-nations-championship/news/totalenergies-chan-2024-every-man-of-the-match/ The 2024 edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN), co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, has commenced with high energy, devoted fans, and standout performances that signal an exciting tournament ahead. In each fixture, the Confederation of African…
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Kisumu Governor Prof Anyang’ Nyong’o, county First Lady Mama Dorothy flanked by other leaders during the memorial ceremony for fallen former Karachuonyo MP and gender champion Phoebe Asiyo, in Kisumu, on August 5, 2025. PHOTO/Noven Owiti Kisumu County First Lady Mama Dorothy Nyong’o has renewed calls for the creation of a ‘Wall of Fame’ to…
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An image of Philip Kisia. PHOTO// @Kisia_Westlands/X Former Nairobi Town Clerk Philip Kisia has dismissed the recently proposed 10-member committee by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), which is expected to fast-track the implementation of the party’s 10-point agenda as outlined in the ODM Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that led to the formation of a broad-based…
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Tax documents on a table. Image used for representation only. PHOTO/Pexels Kenya’s fiscal policy in 2025 is being reshaped by the winds of global tax reforms – likely to influence the country’s economic strategies. The last week of 2024 saw Kenya adopt two significant tax policies that transformed the country’s international tax landscape at the…