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David Wood claims that Orthodox apologists, including Jay Dyer and the 'Orthobros' movement, are part of a Russian operation to destabilize the American canonical Orthodox Church. He highlights Russia's targeting of Protestant churches in Ukraine and questions ties between Orthodox figures and the Russian government.

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Kenyan protesters face tear gas and fatalities while demonstrating against poor infrastructure, power outages, and governance under President William Ruto, as indicated by the #RutoMustGo hashtag. Discussions also express opposition to Nigerian immigration with calls like #nomorengubus, highlighting local challenges such as Nairobi's traffic, street light failures, and unemployment.

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Harry Kane reached 70 goals in all competitions during the 2025/26 season, overtaking Cristiano Ronaldo's record of 69 goals from 2011/12 and Lionel Messi's second-best of 69 from 2012/13. Only Lionel Messi's 82 goals in 2011/12 stand above Kane's tally in the 21st century. He also recorded 7 assists in 60 games.

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Thousands watched online Friday as Owuor delivered a passionate message on repentance and holiness during Day 2 of the Global Conference on the Glorious Coming of the Messiah in Portimão, Portugal. The former biochemist, who founded his Ministry of Repentance and Holiness in 2004, warned against sin like Lot's wife and stressed preparation for the rapture through glorification. The three-day event, organized by local leaders with free entry and live streams, features a mega healing service Saturday and draws both fervent supporters and critics questioning his miracles and ministry practices.

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In a red pinstripe suit, Prophet David Owuor stood before a packed crowd in Portugal, urging believers to pursue purity as Christ's return nears.

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On June 12, intruders on motorcycles disrupted a forum hosted by human rights groups at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi, robbing participants reviewing the KSh 4.8 trillion 2026/2027 budget proposal. Police fired warning shots to disperse the first wave, but attackers returned on foot, leading to arrests including three more suspects on June 15 and recovery of a motorcycle and phones. One detainee allegedly confessed politicians hired them, though unverified claims swirl about sponsorship and police involvement, drawing outrage from religious leaders like Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit who demand accountability amid fears of eroding civic space before 2027 elections.

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Activists gathered peacefully at All Saints Cathedral to discuss Kenya's new budget when motorbikes roared in, scattering the crowd and snatching phones and valuables.

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The three hubs in Passenga, Mirangine, and Wiyumiririe wards offer rural youth free computers, internet, digital training, and government services, funded by NG-CDF for 2024-2026 and equipped by the ICT Ministry. Kabogo called them centers of learning to support Kenya's goal of 1,450 nationwide hubs, while backing UDA by-election candidate Samuel Muchina ahead of the July 16 vote. Supporters praised the empowerment for job skills via platforms like Ajira Digital, but critics dismissed the basic setups as outdated cyber cafes in a smartphone era, sparking debate on rural digital gaps.

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In rural Nyandarua County, youth gathered as Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo cut ribbons on new computer labs, promising a bridge from local villages to global online jobs.

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Posted in German on June 22 by @RatkoR2, the fabricated message lists eight reasons Russia has no interest in Germany, from €2.8 trillion public debt and €24.8 billion migrant spending to 55% train punctuality and climate rules like biking. It quickly spread with English translations, tapping into real frustrations over infrastructure decay and economic stagnation. While no Kremlin records match it, some call it blunt truth on Western challenges, others dismiss it as propaganda echoing past denials.

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A made-up letter from Putin to Germany mocks the country's debt, trains, and green policies—saying even surrender wouldn't tempt an invasion.

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New manager Xabi Alonso, arriving July 1 after successes at Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid, has Chelsea monitoring FC Porto's 26-year-old captain Diogo Costa. The Portugal international kept 19 clean sheets in 33 league games last season, boasting 117 career shutouts, and could cost €60 million amid interest from PSG. While fans debate the price tag against promoting youngster Mike Penders, Costa offers elite quality as Chelsea aim to rebuild ahead of 2026/27.

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Xabi Alonso steps in to revive a Chelsea side that finished 10th, with the spotlight falling on a shaky goalkeeping department desperate for a reliable star.

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A fire ripped through Gikomba Market's fish section around 2 a.m. Sunday, killing an adult man and woman while injuring 17 others; firefighters fought it for nearly 10 hours, destroying goods worth millions. Hours later, another blaze tore through homes and businesses in Mathare's Mlango Kubwa area, with no casualties reported yet but residents scrambling to safety amid cluttered iron roofs and water drums. These tragedies spotlight fire safety gaps in Nairobi's informal settlements, including illegal electrical connections, narrow roads blocking fire trucks, and calls for better planning and emergency access from figures like Faith Odhiambo.

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Thick black smoke rose over tightly packed shanties as families fled narrow alleys, just hours after a deadly market blaze claimed two lives.

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The Gen Z pout features a subtle forward top lip, smaller bottom lip, and hooded eyes, drawing from earlier poses but with a fresh, low-key vibe. Idols from groups like ENHYPEN, TXT, and even BTS members Taehyung and Jungkook have shared selfies, inspiring fans worldwide to join in with their own takes. Beauty experts note it shifts from exaggerated duck lips to a natural, dissociated look that highlights bone structure and lets idols show a raw side. Fans rave with captions like 'baby' or 'the most beautiful man alive,' turning timelines into a sea of pouty admiration.

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K-pop stars like RIIZE's Wonbin and Stray Kids' I.N are striking sulky, pursed-lip poses that blend brooding charm with effortless appeal.

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Japan topped Pool 3 with sweeps over Ukraine and wins against Poland, China, and Slovenia, earning 11 points and the early men's standings lead ahead of USA and Brazil. Ishikawa became the VNL's all-time leading scorer at 1,073 points during the China match, while Yuji Nishida hit 1,000 VNL points and 100 aces against Slovenia. Ran Takahashi fired 21 points versus China, and the team's depth—with strong blocks and digs—powered their unbeaten run, building big momentum for Week 2.

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Captain Yuki Ishikawa bounced back from a quiet game to drop 23 points, including three aces, as Japan grinded out a 3-1 victory in front of roaring fans in Linyi.

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Torrential downpours hit Nairobi's Central Business District, flooding key roads like Tom Mboya and halting traffic as warned by the Kenya Meteorological Department's advisory from March 18. Similar flooding struck Kisumu, with residents shocked by the intensity around roundabouts and buildings. Criticism mounted over clogged drains, poor planning, and projects by the Kenya National Highways Authority, amid March 2026 floods that have killed at least 71 people nationwide, including 36 in Nairobi. Governor Johnson Sakaja announced dredging and cleanups, while forecasters urge avoiding floodwaters through Sunday.

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Knee-deep water turned Nairobi's bustling streets into rivers Friday evening, leaving motorists splashing through murky floods and pedestrians wading cautiously under streetlights.

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During Monday's *The People's Breakfast* on Radio Generation, Nassir highlighted Mombasa's own-source revenue rising from Sh4.5 billion in 2024 to Sh4.8 billion last year, with a Sh5.1 billion target this year in a Sh14.6 billion budget—no rate hikes needed. He detailed education shifts to school feeding for over 10,000 learners and teacher support, plus blue economy boosts like investor summits, fisher training, and tourism pushes post-Our Ocean Conference. Candidly addressing challenges, he blamed greedy landlords for drainage floods, noted muguka as the top drug issue, and announced a 'Skills Mtaani' program for unemployed youth amid 2027 political talks.

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Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir joined a lively morning radio show to share wins in county revenue and coastal opportunities, while tackling tough issues like flooding and youth joblessness head-on.

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Siaya Governor James Orengo, a Kenyan opposition figure, participated in the Maandamano ya Leo protest by riding a bicycle. This method echoes his past tactics used to evade police during opposition events.

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Michael Carrick, Manchester United's manager, excluded Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko from the squad for the match against Sunderland. He opted to play Mason Mount and Bruno Fernandes in deeper roles instead.

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Linus Tats of the acclaimed tattoo studio hosted the second edition of his tattoo party at Millennium Park in Lugogo, drawing crowds for live tattoos, piercings, henna, and performances by Joshua Baraka, Etania, Tojo, Viana Indi, and Hype Cartel. Sponsored by MTN Pulse and Captain Morgan, the event featured DJ sets from Carlos Lopez and LOTP, free WiFi, games, and cocktails, with attendees in stylish outfits posing under glowing signs. What began with a venue switch to handle the hype became 'pure madness,' as one guest described, celebrating Uganda's youth culture of self-expression and creativity.

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Kampala's Millennium Park turned into a neon-lit playground Friday night, where hundreds danced under flashing lights and got fresh ink amid thumping Amapiano beats.

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During a Nairobi press conference, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi expressed shock that Ayomo, killed in chaos at a Kitengela 'Linda Mwananchi' rally on February 15, was Luo, then urged the community to stop protesting since 'there is no cause' anymore. Relatives clarified Ayomo was heading to fetch spare parts when police gunfire struck him below the left eye; his wife identified his body at the morgue, and his brother demanded justice from those meant to protect them. Critics accused Mbadi of tribalism and hypocrisy, while the Independent Policing Oversight Authority probes the incident amid calls for police accountability and party unity.

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Vincent Ayomo, a 28-year-old mechanic and father, was shot while crossing the road for work parts—not even at the rally. His family's plea for justice hangs heavy amid the backlash.

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His website, peoplesiebc.org, lets volunteer agents snap photos of Form 34A tally sheets from Kenya's 55,000 polling stations, with AI processing them into a public dashboard that mirrors the official IEBC portal. A key feature, 'results kwa Kabambe,' allows texting tallies via basic phones and WhatsApp during blackouts, addressing fears from the disputed 2022 election. Amid Gen Z pushes like #TukoKadi driving youth registrations, Miringa urges everyone to register, sparking cheers for transparency and worries over scalability as August 2027 approaches.

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Daniel Miringa, a young AI whiz, built a tool so Kenyans can upload polling station tallies and track votes live—even if the internet cuts out.

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The Ol Kalou parliamentary seat in Nyandarua County opened up after three-term Jubilee MP David Njuguna Kiaraho passed away on March 29, 2026, at Nairobi Hospital. Sources say Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party plans to skip the by-election on Uhuru's instruction, aiming to keep the traditional Jubilee stronghold from falling to President Ruto's UDA. While Jubilee's Jeremiah Kioni urges opposition unity and zoning, neither side has confirmed, making this a key test of alliances ahead of 2027 in Mount Kenya.

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After a heartfelt reconciliation at a Kirinyaga burial, Rigathi Gachagua called Uhuru Kenyatta his 'elder brother'—and now reports suggest he's ready to yield a key seat to Jubilee.

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On Thursday morning, witnesses say the conductor of a Nicco Movers matatu ejected Mutuku from the moving vehicle over a small KSh20-50 fare shortfall, then ran him over near Kahawa Sukari. A good Samaritan rushed him to hospitals, but he succumbed to severe injuries at Kenyatta National Hospital the next day. Kasarani police have impounded the bus and are pursuing the driver and conductor, while public outrage grows over bystander silence and calls mount to boycott the Sacco. Mutuku's brother remembered him as full of hope and dreams, highlighting the dangers in Kenya's public transport.

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Eugene Mutuku, a 19-year-old final-year medical student, was heading to his hospital placement when a fare dispute turned deadly on a busy Nairobi road.

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In a Nation Africa column, Mutua, a senior advisor to President Ruto, called McOure the standout from the 2024 and 2025 youth protests against taxes and spending, urging elders to mentor him like a young Mboya, the labor leader assassinated in 1969. McOure, a musician and educator who sought guidance from Raila Odinga and joined ODM, faced backlash from critics who saw the comparison as an insult, mocking him as co-opted by the government. Mutua noted the strong reactions as proof of McOure's growing influence, highlighting Kenya's generational tensions ahead of 2027 elections.

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Prof Makau Mutua praised 28-year-old Kasmuel McOure as Kenya's rising star, evoking memories of independence hero Tom Mboya with his eloquence and charisma during the Gen Z protests.

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The hashtag #UhuruLeaveUsAlone climbed to the top of trends as users expressed irritation over Kenyatta's ongoing political role, linking it to economic woes like debt and market dips from his 2018-2022 tenure. This follows President William Ruto's UDA party's sweep of four by-elections on February 26, 2024, and sharp criticism from UDA's Hassan Omar urging restraint. Kenyatta, now aligned with opposition Azimio la Umoja, has responded by emphasizing his AU peace envoy duties, while his camp denies interference claims amid 2027 election tensions.

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After Uhuru Kenyatta's former ally won key by-elections, frustration boiled over with calls for the ex-president to let the new government focus on recovery.

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In the April 26 Serie B match between Vila Nova FC and Ceará SC at Arena Castelão, Fortaleza, the game ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw amid VAR drama. Players mobbed the referee, but he used vanishing spray—normally for free-kick walls—to mark a barrier on the pitch, instantly clearing space. Fans worldwide praised the clever move, with many calling for refs everywhere to adopt it, especially in heated moments.

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Surrounded by arguing players during a VAR check, the referee grabbed his vanishing spray and drew a line around himself. With a bold challenge, he dared anyone to cross it—no one did.

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In the April 26 Serie B match between Vila Nova FC and Ceará SC at Arena Castelão, Fortaleza, the game ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw amid VAR drama. Players mobbed the referee, but he used vanishing spray—normally for free-kick walls—to mark a barrier on the pitch, instantly clearing space. Fans worldwide praised the clever move, with many calling for refs everywhere to adopt it, especially in heated moments.

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Surrounded by arguing players during a VAR check, the referee grabbed his vanishing spray and drew a line around himself. With a bold challenge, he dared anyone to cross it—no one did.

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