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The Orange Democratic Movement kicked off a high-profile caravan from Nairobi on Thursday, winding through several counties to build excitement for Sunday's Kisumu Wabiro mega rally at Kirembe Grounds. Months after Raila Odinga's death in October 2025, acting leaders like Dr. Oburu Oginga and Gladys Wanga aim to reaffirm party unity and the 'Luo Declaration' of solidarity ahead of 2027 elections. While supporters call it a turning point with entertainment and resolutions, online critics question turnout in the party's stronghold and mock the elaborate preparations.

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Vehicles decked in bright orange rolled out from Nairobi, blasting 'Tuko Tayari' as ODM gears up for a massive show of unity in Kisumu.

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The Orange Democratic Movement kicked off a high-profile caravan from Nairobi on Thursday, winding through several counties to build excitement for Sunday's Kisumu Wabiro mega rally at Kirembe Grounds. Months after Raila Odinga's death in October 2025, acting leaders like Dr. Oburu Oginga and Gladys Wanga aim to reaffirm party unity and the 'Luo Declaration' of solidarity ahead of 2027 elections. While supporters call it a turning point with entertainment and resolutions, online critics question turnout in the party's stronghold and mock the elaborate preparations.

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Vehicles decked in bright orange rolled out from Nairobi, blasting 'Tuko Tayari' as ODM gears up for a massive show of unity in Kisumu.

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State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed sarcastically defended President William Ruto's punctuality, visibility, and dedication to work in response to criticisms of autocratic tendencies and excessive personal supervision raised by David Makali. The remarks quoted Makali's post accusing Ruto of micromanagement. The defense sparked polarized debate between supporters praising Ruto's hands-on approach and critics labeling it unproductive.

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The gaffe happened on March 5 amid U.S.-Iran tensions, when Kashyap misinterpreted a White House reference to the 1979 hostage crisis as a fresh event. Panelist Pranay Upadhyay swiftly corrected her, explaining the U.S. embassy closed after revolutionaries held 52 Americans for 444 days. Kashyap apologized on air and dropped the headline, but clips drew widespread ridicule for highlighting lapses in live TV fact-checking.

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In a live broadcast, anchor Anjana Om Kashyap urgently announced Iranian terrorists seizing 66 Americans at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran—with a 'War Breaking' banner flashing behind her.

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The heatwave started earlier this week, first topping the 1976 mark of 35.6°C with 36.1°C in Gosport on Wednesday, then 36.7°C in Somerset on Thursday, and peaking at multiple sites Friday including 36.9°C at Wattisham. A major wildfire on Derbyshire's Tintwistle Moor has burned up to 990 acres, closing the A628 Woodhead Pass and drawing firefighters with helicopter support, while no injuries are reported. Online discussions compare it to the brutal 1976 heatwave, with some noting this week's June highs exceed those records amid tinder-dry conditions and incoming thunderstorms.

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Santon Downham in Suffolk hit 37.3°C on Friday, shattering the UK's June record yet again amid a heatwave that sparked a massive moorland fire.

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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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The 33-year-old Norwegian-Finnish man grew up alone in Mumbai slums after his hippie parents left him behind, surviving as a child guide in places like Dharavi with no schooling. Finnish investigations confirmed he lived destitute into his late teens, aided by the embassy in 2009 to return home. Now in Norway, his YouTube revisits of those streets spark endless X remixes of his gestures and slang, blending his raw resilience with meme humor—though some call out body-shaming while others wish him well.

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Lasse Lund bobs his head and speaks with a thick Mumbai accent in clips that people remix for everyday laughs, like awkward reunions or weight confessions.

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The stylish image, shared by fan accounts, shows Babu with a windswept look fans compare to Mufasa, building excitement for S.S. Rajamouli's Telugu action-adventure blending time travel, Hindu mythology, and IMAX spectacle. Babu plays Rudra, a Shiva devotee battling Prithviraj Sukumaran's evil mastermind across eras, with Priyanka Chopra Jonas co-starring; the film heads to theaters April 7, 2027. Trade gossip claims costs hit ₹1,200-1,400 crore with weak OTT offers, but others dismiss it as baseless, pointing to bidding wars for theatrical rights and shoots resuming soon at Ramoji Film City.

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Mahesh Babu stands on a nighttime pier, arms outstretched, long hair whipping in the wind—a black-and-white shot that's got fans dreaming of his mythic role in Varanasi.

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On June 26, Boston hosted a ceremony marking the 1960 independence of British Somaliland and its brief union with Italian Somaliland to form the Somali Republic. The event, now in its third year under Mayor Wu, celebrates the city's 8,000 Somali Americans for their roles in business, healthcare, and civic life, while acknowledging Somaliland's separate commemoration of the date as its national day. Though Somaliland seeks recognition for its stability and elections, Somalia views it as a path to unity, highlighting ongoing tensions reflected in the flag raising.

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Mayor Michelle Wu stood with Boston's Somali community as Somalia's flag rose over City Hall, evoking a shared past with deep divisions.

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Serbian pop icon Jelena Karleuša shared a dramatic behind-the-scenes photo from her music video shoot, building excitement for her 13th studio album *Enigma*, due in 2026. Posted first by her manager Zoran Birtasević with 'ENIGMA is coming. Pt 1/3,' the image shows her in platinum blonde hair, heavy black eyeliner, and an edgy look that fits her turbo-folk style. Fans celebrated the reveal, with one saying one picture from her creates more hype than someone's entire album, as the project promises 13 tracks including 'Cartier' and new collaborators.

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Crouched in a spiked black latex outfit against a blood-red 'MONSTER MODE' backdrop, Jelena Karleuša delivers the first fierce glimpse of her upcoming album.

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula barred ODM lawmaker Anthony Kibagendi from parliamentary activities after his Citizen TV interview accusing Parliament of being auctioned to the executive and criticizing protest handling. Wetang'ula expressed shock during a heated session, ruling Kibagendi out until he submits a proper apology. Opposition figures like Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino condemned the move as shrinking democratic space, while supporters argued it protected the institution's dignity amid rising political tensions.

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Anthony Kibagendi called Parliament an 'appendage of State House' on live TV. Moments later, Speaker Wetang'ula suspended him indefinitely from the House.

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Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino, who joined from Real Sociedad in 2024, played a key role in the Gunners' first Premier League title in 22 years during the 2025/26 season. The 6'2" Spaniard made 22 starts, scoring four goals and adding three assists, with standout moments like headers at Liverpool and Newcastle, plus a winner at Chelsea. The club shared a trophy photo wishing him happy birthday, asked fans for favorite goals, and supporters flooded in with clips, art, and praise for his versatility and clutch play. Fans joked about players' birthdays piling up post-title, while Merino credited Arteta's staff for elevating his game.

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Mikel Merino grinned wide, hoisting the Premier League trophy high during Arsenal's parade—now marking his 30th birthday with club tributes and fan cheers.

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Wanga, also ODM's national chairperson, warned UDA supporters against chanting slogans or running candidates in the region, citing a recent funeral disruption where UDA chants rang out during Oburu Odinga's presence. Her remarks highlight tensions in the fragile ODM-UDA cooperation, as ODM pushes for 'zoning' pacts to respect each party's strongholds ahead of 2027 elections, while UDA insists on open contests everywhere. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua seized on the standoff, taunting ODM leaders and predicting their decline, amid growing calls from some ODM grassroots to ditch the alliance.

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At a rally on April 13, Governor Gladys Wanga stood firm, declaring Nyanza an unbreakable ODM zone and promising to protect it with their lives against UDA challengers.

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Serbian pop icon Jelena Karleuša shared a dramatic behind-the-scenes photo from her music video shoot, building excitement for her 13th studio album *Enigma*, due in 2026. Posted first by her manager Zoran Birtasević with 'ENIGMA is coming. Pt 1/3,' the image shows her in platinum blonde hair, heavy black eyeliner, and an edgy look that fits her turbo-folk style. Fans celebrated the reveal, with one saying one picture from her creates more hype than someone's entire album, as the project promises 13 tracks including 'Cartier' and new collaborators.

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Crouched in a spiked black latex outfit against a blood-red 'MONSTER MODE' backdrop, Jelena Karleuša delivers the first fierce glimpse of her upcoming album.

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Ivory Coast beat Curaçao 2-0 in Philadelphia thanks to a brace by Nicolas Pépé, securing second place in Group E and advancing to the Round of 32 for the first time in their history. The victory eliminates Curaçao from the tournament after they finished last in the group. Ivory Coast will face the Group I runner-up in Dallas.

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Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino, who joined from Real Sociedad in 2024, played a key role in the Gunners' first Premier League title in 22 years during the 2025/26 season. The 6'2" Spaniard made 22 starts, scoring four goals and adding three assists, with standout moments like headers at Liverpool and Newcastle, plus a winner at Chelsea. The club shared a trophy photo wishing him happy birthday, asked fans for favorite goals, and supporters flooded in with clips, art, and praise for his versatility and clutch play. Fans joked about players' birthdays piling up post-title, while Merino credited Arteta's staff for elevating his game.

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Mikel Merino grinned wide, hoisting the Premier League trophy high during Arsenal's parade—now marking his 30th birthday with club tributes and fan cheers.

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Patrick Wangamati, revered as chairman of the Luhya Council of Elders and a nominated MP for Ford Kenya from 2008 to 2013, died early Monday at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Bungoma after a period of illness. His son, former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wafula Wangamati, announced the death at 4 a.m. Known for promoting unity, peace, and Luhya culture, Mzee Wangamati had also served as Webuye town mayor and endured exile under the Moi regime before returning with help from Mwai Kibaki. Leaders like National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula and others paid tribute to his wisdom and public service legacy.

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Wycliffe Wafula Wangamati shared the heartbreaking news of his father’s passing on social media, asking for prayers as the family grieves.

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Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi movement on Citizen TV's JKLive on June 17, praising its focus on accountability, manufacturing, education, and healthcare. He warned Sifuna cannot succeed in 2027 without partnering with regional leaders like former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, whom he called the voice of Mt. Kenya. The move highlights opposition fractures and Ruto's efforts to hold onto the pivotal 7 million Mt. Kenya voters ahead of next year's elections.

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On live TV, Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata publicly endorsed his old university classmate, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, while stressing the need for Mt. Kenya alliances.

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The 23-year-old Manchester United winger entered in the 56th minute against Ecuador at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field, topping all players with six successful dribbles from seven attempts, two shots on target, and 86% pass accuracy. His cool 90th-minute finish from Wilfried Singo's cutback sealed a 1-0 victory—Côte d'Ivoire's first World Cup win in 12 years—breaking Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten run and marking Diallo as their youngest-ever tournament scorer. Fans raved about his instant impact, with Manchester United supporters eager to see this flair at Old Trafford after his injury-hit spells.

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In just 34 minutes off the bench, Amad Diallo turned Ecuador's defense inside out, completing six dribbles and scoring the winner for Côte d'Ivoire.

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The Football Kenya Federation confirmed two matches against Lesotho on June 4 and 7 at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, after logistical issues and epidemiological concerns scrapped games against Kyrgyzstan and Palestine in Bishkek. McCarthy reportedly pushed for the change to better prepare for 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in Group D with South Africa, Guinea, and Eritrea. Fans are divided, with some praising the continental focus and others questioning the switch to a lower-ranked opponent twice, while the 24-man squad gears up for depth-testing action.

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Kenya's Harambee Stars swapped a distant Asia trip for home-soil friendlies against Lesotho, giving coach Benni McCarthy the African tests he wanted.

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Al-Ahli remains unbeaten in the AFC Champions League Elite league stage after defeating Al-Wahda. Ruben Neves, wearing the captain's armband, scores a header in the victory.

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