‘Bitcoin Jesus’ arrested in Spain on US tax evasion charges

 An early investor in bitcoins dubbed the "Bitcoin Jesus" has been arrested in Spain on U.S. charges that he evaded paying at least $48 million in taxes, the U.S. Department of Justice said on Tuesday. Roger Ver, 45, was charged

Police seize 12 bags of bhang in Utawala

Detectives from the Transnational Organised Crimes and Anti-Narcotics Unit discovered 12 sacks of bhang and six sets of car number plates from the residence of a notorious trafficker. The breakthrough occurred shortly after the agency's officers intercepted another 50 sacks

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US Senate approves potential TikTok ban

The Senate voted Tuesday to pass a bill that will either ban TikTok or force a sale of the short-form video app, giving its China-based parent company ByteDance up to one year to divest its crown jewel before facing deletion from US app stores. The vote was a landslide, with 79 senators voting in favor and 18 against. The bill passed in the House

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Man Utd open to offers for nearly all of squad

Manchester United are willing to listen to offers for virtually all their first-team squad this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks to turn the club back into challengers for major honours. It is understood Marcus Rashford is on the list, although club sources are adamant their preference is to keep the England striker and work with him to restore the form that brought him 30 goals for the first time

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The Life And Times Of General Francis Ogolla

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Ogolla on Thursday died in a helicopter crash at the Sindar area of Elgeyo Marakwet County, barely a year after ascending to the position.

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Stephen Letoo resigns as chairman of Men’s Conference

Celebrated TV journalist Stephen Letoo has resigned as chairman of the Men's Conference, succumbing to mounting pressure from social media

By David Osoro

Defence Council to meet this week to select next CDF following Ogolla’s death

The National Defence Council is set to meet this week in order to select the next Chief of Defence Forces

By sauce news team

Speaker Wetangula approves impeachment motion against Agriculture CS Linturi

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi could become the first close ally of President William Ruto to face expulsion from the

By Collins Otieno

Gov’t to pay hospital bills of Mai Mahiu tragedy victims – Isaac Mwaura

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has announced that the state will cover the hospital bills for victims of the Monday flash

By David Osoro

Friends again? Raila, Junet, Joho reunite for ‘brief mission’ abroad

After several months of avoiding each other and seeming to have fallen out Azimio leader Raila Odinga has reunited with

By PPS

Wa Iria finally charged in Sh140 million corruption case after two week drama

Former Murang’a Governor Mwangi wa Iria has finally been charged for conspiring to defraud the county Sh140 million during his

By Robert Kodingo

Ruto mediates Atwoli, Fazul beef as COTU chief ‘accepts’ to exit union, sources

Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) secretary general Francis Atwoli is expected to announce his retirement after President William Ruto

By sauce news team

Missing Iranian teenager Nika Shakarami was raped and killed by security forces, says leaked document

An Iranian teenager who went missing during anti-government protests was assaulted and killed by three men working for security services,

By Agencies

Mathe wa Ngara’s Ksh.13m to be forfeited to the state

The High Court has made a ruling that over Ksh.13 million seized from businesswoman Nancy Kigunzu, also known as ‘Mathe

By Collins Otieno

Guinness treats Football Fan to an Epic Live Football experience in the UK

One winner of the Guinness Clean Sheet competition is today, on his way to the UK to catch all the

Diamond was my lover, says woman who inspired breakout hit ‘Nenda Kamwambie’

Fifteen years ago, Diamond Platnumz captivated audiences with his breakout hit 'Nenda Kamwambie.' The song served as a heartfelt tribute

By George Arthur

He is a polygamous man and I respect the other wives – Oparanya’s girlfriend speaks 

Former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya’s girlfriend, Mary Biket, has finally spoken out after their romantic photos were leaked online. In

By Collins Otieno

169 killed by floods, 91 missing – Interior Ministry

The total number of Kenyans killed by floods currently stands at 169, the Ministry of Interior has announced. In a

By David Osoro

Six Killed in Mosque Attack in Afghanistan’s Herat Province,

Six people were killed and another was injured in an attack on a mosque in Afghanistan’s Herat province, according to

By Agencies

30 Ukrainian men die while attempting to escape forced listing in the army

Ukraine's border service spokesperson has disclosed that around 30 Ukrainian men have tragically lost their lives while attempting to illegally

By Agencies

‘City pastor’ accused of defrauding people in Ksh.600M job scam denies allegations

James Wanjohi, a businessman and self-identified city pastor, has denied allegations that he obtained Ksh.600 million by defrauding 4,000 Kenyans

By George Ambuvi

Youth leadership key in the advancement of Africa, says Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said youth leadership is key in the advancement of Africa adding that young people are

By Ruth Mongina

New details emerge on cause of deadly Mai Mahiu landslide

New details have emerged regarding the cause of the deadly flooding in Mai Mahiu that occurred on Monday morning. Officials

By Jessica Musika

AUC appoints Uhuru Kenyatta to lead election observation mission in South Africa

The African Union Commission (AUC) has appointed retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to lead a team of observers for the upcoming

By Collins Otieno

Ex-governor Wa Iria presents himself at EACC police station

Former Murang'a Governor Mwangi Wa Iria has presented himself at the EACC police station for statement recording and fingerprinting in

By David Osoro

Blue Ivy Carter joins the cast of Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King”

Disney has unveiled the first trailer for “Mufasa: The Lion King,” a prequel to the 2019 photorealistic remake of “The

By David Osoro

Kemsa relocates headquarters from Industrial Area

The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (Kemsa) has announced the relocation of its headquarters from the Industrial Area to a new

By David Osoro

Withdrawal limits introduced as Zimbabwe releases new currency

Zimbabweans will start using new banknotes and coins on Tuesday after all banks collected the local currency from the central

By BBC

KDF, Kenya Police resolve Likoni scuffle differences

Officers from the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) and the National Police Services have resolved their differences following a scuffle that

By Obadiah Oliech

KeNHA closes Mai Mahiu-Narok highway after floods kill 48

Motorists traveling along the Mai Mahiu-Suswa/Narok highway have been advised to consider alternative routes due to the aftermath of heavy

By Collins Otieno

King Charles III Resumes Public Duties As He Fights Cancer

King Charles III on Tuesday makes his first official public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer, after doctors said they

By Agencies

French Actor Depardieu Held For Questioning Over Alleged Sexual Assault

French police on Monday detained screen legend Gerard Depardieu for questioning after two women accused him of sexual assault, a

By Agencies

Three in court for tricking men into ‘sexual’ extortion syndicate

Three suspects were arraigned at the Embu Law Court on Monday for running a sexual extortion syndicate targeting men. Under

By David Osoro

Man Utd open to offers for nearly all of squad

Manchester United are willing to listen to offers for virtually all their first-team squad this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe

By BBC

Kenya cabinet meets as flood death toll crosses 120

Kenya's President William Ruto has called for a special cabinet meeting to discuss the ongoing flooding crisis in the country.

By BBC

Kenya Airways stops flights to DR Congo capital

Kenya Airways (KQ) say they have suspended flights to DR Congo's capital Kinshasa because of the "unlawful" detention of two

By BBC

Kenya floods: Current deluge reveals vulnerabilities as Kenya loses over 120 people

Everything feels sodden in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, and beyond. It seems as if the rain has been falling without respite

By BBC

DR Congo presses Apple over minerals supply chain

Democratic Republic of Congo is pushing Apple Inc for more information about its supply chain over concerns it may be

By Agencies

Oparanya speaks on viral pictures with ‘a loved one’

Former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya has responded to viral photos of him with a lady that circulated online a few

By Collins Otieno

Terror suspect behind brutal killings in 2019 arrested

A wanted terror suspect, who was involved in the brutal murder of a police officer and two chiefs in Lamu

By David Osoro

Bomas of Kenya CEO pleads not guilty, released on Ksh.1 million bail

Peter Gitaa, the embattled CEO of Bomas of Kenya, has entered a plea of not guilty to eight charges of

By Joseph Muriungi

Nine African Presidents in Nairobi for IDA21 State Summit

Nine Heads of State and a Prime Minister have arrived in Kenya to attend the International Development Association (IDA21) for

By David Osoro

African leaders gather in Nairobi for Word Bank summit

Several African leaders are gathering in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, for the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA21) summit. The two-day

By BBC

Nairobians living in Kanjo Estates to get affordable houses for free – Sakaja

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has announced that his administration will prioritize residents of Nairobi City Council (Kanjo) estates when the

By Collins Otieno

20 people feared dead after floods sweep homes in Mai Mahiu

A devastating flash flood in Kamuchiri Village, Mai Mahiu, Nakuru County, has claimed the lives of twenty people as heavy

By Collins Otieno

23 people missing after boat capsizes in Tana River

A tragic boat incident occurred at the Kona Punda area within Madogo, Tana River County on Sunday 28th April 2024.

By Obadiah Oliech