How sycophancy became stock-in-trade in Ugandan politics and nixed on democracy
One common characteristic of flatterers is that they are very good at lying. They position themselves as angels before the eyes of their victims – the flattered. Normally, they have no ideas because they carry thick heads that cannot think or reason critically.
Norwegian-flagged eco-friendly LNG-powered vehicle carrier Höegh Australis docks at Mombasa Port
Globally, LNG-powered vessels are increasingly being adopted in response to tougher International Maritime Organisation environmental regulations. LNG use drastically reduces sulphur oxides and particulate matter, lowers nitrogen oxides and also cuts carbon dioxide emissions compared to heavy fuel oil.
‘Euthanasia on a huge scale’: How end-of-life drugs drove up Covid fatalities among seniors
In terminal care, clinicians often escalate doses of opioids and sedatives to control pain and agitation. When used repeatedly, those drugs depress respiration, Campbell said. During the pandemic, similar drug regimens were administered to Covid-19 patients who were not actually dying.
‘Train Wreck’: Ebb and flow of business and political fortunes of aspiring trillionnaire Elon Musk in 2025
Money isn’t everything, but when it comes to the richest human in the known universe, it’s worth looking at the numbers. Tesla did a bit of flailing this year (more on that in a sec), and historically, much of Musk’s wealth has been derived from the world’s most valuable automaker.
How Akuak clan in South Sudan is fighting to save land from relentless River Nile flooding
The Akuak families support themselves through fishing. They only go to town to sell their fish or in case of medical emergencies. Bor, the state capital, is 25 kilometres (15.5 miles) to the south, a five-hour rowing journey. They have stayed even when many others have moved to cities because of the flooding.
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital approved to train orthopaedic surgeons
Commenting on the milestone Ceaser Bitta, a general surgeon at Maseno University, said the approval reflects JOOTRH’s growing role as a centre of excellence in clinical care, training and research.
Artisans call for policy tweak, modern machinery to boost mining of world’s best soapstone in Kisii County
According to one of the artisans, Moses Nyamosi, modern machinery is safe to use especially during the rainy season and they could help mine enough stock of carving stones for steady supply of the artefacts throughout the year.
Minorities Rights Day: ‘Constitution expressly protects minority rights despite their numbers’
President Ruto said the Constitution obliges the state to go beyond recognition and take deliberate action to protect and empower minority and marginalised communities.
New study findings confirm ultra-processed foods destroy health in ways calories don’t explain
Ultra-processed foods and beverages are typically manufactured in factories, often containing artificial dyes, sweeteners, emulsifiers, preservatives and other additives to enhance flavour, texture, colour and shelf life. Common examples include packaged snacks, candy, fast food, sweetened drinks and ready-to-eat meals
Sucrose-rich Chinese sugarcane variety that matures in seven months on verge of replacing ‘lazy-man’s’ variety in western Kenya
Crevation International Limited Marketing Manager Penina Karimi observed that with proper land preparation, choice of the right varieties, and good market planning, sugarcane cultivation in Kenya can provide steady income and attractive returns.
