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Armed ‘Suicidal’ Man Shot Near White House, Suspect Hospitalized US Secret Service agents shot an armed man near the White House late last night, according to an official statement released early Sunday. The incident occurred while President Donald Trump was spending the weekend at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Local police had warned that a “suicidal” man traveling from Indiana …

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has reopened its online portal to accept applications for Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) placements. This initiative aims to fill remaining vacancies in 21 KMTC courses for the upcoming March 2025 intake. The application window is open until March 4, 2025. This reopening follows an earlier application phase that commenced on …

  The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Act, 2013, as amended in 2021, introduced a new contribution structure that significantly affects both employers and employees. These amendments aim to enhance retirement benefits for Kenyan workers, align contributions with economic conditions, and ensure the fund’s sustainability. This article delves into the key changes, their impact on employers and employees, and the …

  The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced that most of its employees will be either fired or placed on administrative leave by midnight on Sunday, marking a significant step in the Trump administration’s efforts to reduce government spending.   According to a statement on USAID’s website, approximately 1,600 employees based in the U.S. will be laid off …

  The family of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Wafula Chebukati has disclosed that he succumbed to a cardiac arrest after battling a recurrent cancerous brain tumor.   Speaking to the press on Monday, the family revealed that Chebukati had initially been diagnosed with the tumor and underwent surgery in Germany. However, the tumor recurred in April …

      Google has announced plans to eliminate SMS-based authentication for Gmail, replacing it with QR codes and passkeys as part of a broader shift toward more secure login methods. The transition aligns with the tech industry’s ongoing efforts to move away from passwords and adopt biometric-based security measures.   Why Is Google Ditching SMS Authentication?   Gmail spokesperson …

  Turkana County – Principal Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Raymond Omollo, has called on Kenyans to remain calm following reports of an attack on Kenyan fishermen by suspected Ethiopian militia at the Kenya-Ethiopia border.   Speaking after a church service, Omollo reassured the public that security forces have been deployed to stabilize the region. He also cautioned against …

  Manchester, UK – Liverpool secured a crucial 2-0 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table to 11 points. The win dealt a significant blow to City’s title defense, leaving them 20 points behind in fourth place.   Salah Shines as Liverpool Dominate   Liverpool took control of …

  The Vatican proceeded with its Holy Year celebrations on Saturday, despite Pope Francis remaining hospitalized due to a severe respiratory infection and pneumonia. Doctors warn that his condition is still critical, with the primary concern being the risk of sepsis—a serious blood infection that could be life-threatening.   According to Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni, the 88-year-old pope slept well …

Kenya’s healthcare financing has undergone changes with the transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) under the Social Health Authority (SHA). Here’s how they differ:   1. National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) – Old System NHIF was Kenya’s national health insurer before the transition.   It offered medical insurance for employed and …