How ‘poor senator’ is taking the war to Kenya’s corrupt regime and bourgeoisie ‘eating like gluttons’ and ‘vomiting on the shoes’ of citizens

How ‘poor senator’ is taking the war to Kenya’s corrupt regime and bourgeoisie ‘eating like gluttons’ and ‘vomiting on the shoes’ of citizens

Critics contrast Ruto’s claptrap with Sifuna’s polished and suave delivery in Kiswahili and English: “By the grace of God and with your (Kenyans) support, we must fight corruption because this is an ill that is gnawing at the very heart and soul of the nation; Kenya’s economic and political stability.”

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New British PM Andy Burnham toys with devolution as he promises a break with centralised politics and economic orthodoxy

New British PM Andy Burnham toys with devolution as he promises a break with centralised politics and economic orthodoxy

British scholar Martin Jacques said that Burnham was probably “the best choice available,” citing his record as mayor of Greater Manchester. Jacques said Burnham appeared determined to move away from the economic approach associated with former prime ministers Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair and break with neoliberalism.

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While US and Iran seem not interested in full-scale war it’s beginning to appear diplomacy will coexist with continued strategic competition

While US and Iran seem not interested in full-scale war it’s beginning to appear diplomacy will coexist with continued strategic competition

A US serviceman was killed in action in northern Iraq during a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance from a downed Iranian one-way attack drone on Saturday, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on Sunday.

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How Uganda’s law, media and diplomacy traps its citizens: Revelations of ‘Muhoozi Project’ plan to assassinate army generals opposite to him

How Uganda’s law, media and diplomacy traps its citizens: Revelations of ‘Muhoozi Project’ plan to assassinate army generals opposite to him

Beyond shutdowns, journalists face “intimidation including arrest, harassment, destruction of equipment, and assault, especially for writing that is critical of the president and his inner circle.” A “special security unit, founded in 2017, monitors journalists’ social media activity.”

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How Spain replayed its 2010 World Cup feat that left Argentina’s Lionel Messi&Co furious

How Spain replayed its 2010 World Cup feat that left Argentina’s Lionel Messi&Co furious

Argentina were already second-best in the game when, as proceedings were heading for extra-time, they had Enzo Fernandez sent off for a second yellow card after he sent the young Spain defender Pau Cubarsi catapulting into the sky at MetLife Stadium in New York, New Jersey.

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Why and how France, expected to win the World Cup, lost the semi-final match against itself

Why and how France, expected to win the World Cup, lost the semi-final match against itself

As for Michael Olise, the most creative player in the France team, and a footballer who has been such a joy to watch at this World Cup, he was nullified by Spain to such an extent that he was substituted with 18 minutes remaining.

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Kenya rolls out $3.6 billion National Feed Strategy to cut animal feed cost and increase milk, meat and egg production

Kenya rolls out $3.6 billion National Feed Strategy to cut animal feed cost and increase milk, meat and egg production

To reduce dependence on imports, the strategy promotes increased local production of key feed ingredients through contract farming while encouraging manufacturers to utilise East African Community (EAC) duty remission incentives to lower the cost of imported raw materials.

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‘Hand of God’ Season Two? Explaining rising anticipation for World Cup match between Argentina and England

‘Hand of God’ Season Two? Explaining rising anticipation for World Cup match between Argentina and England

Antonio Rattin refusing to leave the pitch in 1966. Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal in 1986. David Beckham’s red card in 1998. Few World Cup rivalries have produced so many moments that transcend sport, becoming part of the political and cultural history of two nations. As England and Argentina...

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Spain’s unheralded aces end Deschamps’ France romance with World Cup dream of success

Spain’s unheralded aces end Deschamps’ France romance with World Cup dream of success

Spain edged its opponent for completed passes, but had only two shots on target compared to France’s three. Both attempts counted, with Mikel Oyarzabal converting an early penalty after Lamine Yamal was fouled by Lucas Digne, before Porro added a second following a one-two with Dani Olmo.

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Disaster unpreparedness: Coach Deschamps rues France’s too many errors in World Cup semi-final loss to Spain

Disaster unpreparedness: Coach Deschamps rues France’s too many errors in World Cup semi-final loss to Spain

Asked whether France had been given a footballing lesson, Deschamps acknowledged the quality of Luis de la Fuente’s side while lamenting his own team’s technical shortcomings.

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