David’s Sling: Israel’s capacity to land hammer blow in Middle East multiple wars wanes as missile stockpile thins out
In the following years, according to the Israeli military, the country has faced threats on “seven fronts” – from Palestinian factions in Gaza and the West Bank, armed groups in Lebanon, Syria and Iraq, Houthi forces in Yemen, and its arch foe Iran.
Portraying Iran as a threat is a ‘product of political and economic whims of the powerful’ – Iran president tells Americans
The Iranian people harbour no enmity toward other nations, including the people of America, Europe or neighbouring countries.
US President Trump’s war escalation warning pushes Asian stocks down aand oil prices sharply higher
rump again urged US allies to “build up some delayed courage” and take the lead in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting Washington may end the US-Israeli war with Iran without reopening the crucial global energy waterway, whose prolonged closure has fuelled a global energy shock and sent oil and gas prices sharply higher.
Kenya considers amending its outdated gambling laws as the industry comes scrutiny for flouting regulations
Speaking to the media, Gambling Regulatory Authority Director General Peter Karimi said the consultations, which took place from March 31-April 1, mark a critical constitutional process in developing a robust legal framework to govern the sector, which plays a significant role in Kenya’s economy.
Reduce, reuse and recycle: Treasured mantra that’s sweeping Tanzanian capital city’s streets clean
For Dar es Salaam, where the ocean continues to carry the visible consequences of waste mismanagement, such initiatives offer a glimpse of a different future, one where communities are not just cleaning up their environment, but building livelihoods from it.
UK House of Lords lawmaker pushes for tougher laws to keep AI chatbots from exploiting children
Kidron discussed her proposal to tighten online safety laws around AI chatbots – and to crack down on the people and companies that deploy them irresponsibly – in advance of a parliamentary debate.
Farmers in Homa Bay County diversify into beekeeping as LBDA and Hive Ltd roll out honey project
LBDA Managing Director Wyclife Ochiaga said the authority will spearhead the initiative by coordinating partners, providing infrastructure and ensuring farmers have access to reliable markets.
Dirty 12: NGOs in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda call for strong policies eradicate hazardous pesticides from food systems
At the regional level, member states have been urged to adhere to EAC Guidelines on Data Requirements for the Registration of Conventional Chemical Pesticides Used in Agriculture and Forestry adopted during the 38th Extra-Ordinary Council of Ministers on January 30 2019.
Solid gold-2: How slavery created a system of whips, forced labour, destruction of families, denial of parenthood and love as a secret to hide, code and deny
Samuel continued his work as a blacksmith. He was essential to the plantation now. His skills had expanded beyond horseshoes and hinges. He repaired the cotton gin when it broke down. He built a new irrigation system for the rice fields. He designed tools that made the work more efficient.
Elellanena paid him nothing for this. Of course, slaves could not be paid, but she found ways to improve his conditions: better food, a larger cabin, medical care when he was injured.
