A Nakuru Court granted the prosecution five days to hold a soldier alleged to have killed a 74-year-old civilian in a police canteen. A Directorate of Criminal Investigations officer in Bahati, Nakuru county Jackson Okeyo filed an affidavit in court seeking 14 days to hold Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Sergeant John Kimani Muturi to allow for the conclusion of investigations. Muturi is alleged to have attacked Moris Gachanja on December 25 while they were having drinks at the Githioro Police Station canteen pub. Okeyo said a postmortem has not been conducted and that witnesses have yet to record statements. He…
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Debit cards have become a cornerstone of modern financial convenience. Whether buying groceries, paying bills, or shopping online, these small pieces of plastic streamline transactions and offer unmatched ease of use. With the rise of cashless payments, debit cards continue to transform how people handle their finances daily. Let’s explore why debit cards are indispensable for simplifying everyday transactions. Quick and Hassle-Free Payments One of the main reasons debit cards are so popular is their speed. Unlike cash payments, which involve counting bills and coins, debit cards allow for instantaneous transactions. With just a swipe, tap, or insertion into a…
This topic may be a bit sensitive to some business owners (especially those who have just recently entered the business world), however, it’s something that every entrepreneur (regardless of their experience) must go through if they want to ensure that every aspect of their company thrives. There’s no need to remind you how essential your workforce is. They are an integral part of every organization, hence you must never allow yourself to overlook their needs and expectations, which can oftentimes be very challenging. On the other hand, your firm also has certain goals and demands that must be met if…
In the realm of strength training and bodybuilding, the power rack stands out as an indispensable piece of equipment. Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just starting your fitness journey, investing in a high-quality MIKOLO power rack can transform your workout routine. This guide delves into everything you need to know about power racks, with a special focus on the power rack with cable system and the home gym power rack options available today. What is a Power Rack? A power rack, also known as a squat rack or power cage, is a versatile piece of gym equipment designed to…
When it comes to handling data, it’s not just about collecting it – it’s about getting it into the right place, in the right format, and ready to use. That’s where ETL tools come in. These tools help move data from various sources, transform it into something usable, and load it into systems where it can be analyzed. But here’s the catch: not all ETL tools are created equal. Choosing the wrong one can slow things down, cost more than you expected, and even affect the quality of your data. So how do you pick the best one? In this…
The mother of two abducted brothers is pleading with the government to release her sons. The two are missing for close to a week now after their abduction by state agents. Police have however denied the claims. Caroline Mutai, mother of cartoonist Gideon Kibet alias Kibet Bull and Rony Kiplagat says her family has been living in agony since the two were taken just before Christmas. The mother says she is staring at a missed chance for higher education for Kibet, who was set to fly abroad for studies. The cartoonist was set to join a team of about twenty…
South Korean cryptocurrency entrepreneur Do Kwon will be extradited to the United States from Montenegro over the collapse of two digital tokens – TerraUSD and Luna tokens. For months, the US and South Korea have been seeking Kwon’s extradition, alleging that fraud led to the failure of the company behind the tokens, which sunk some $40bn (£31.7bn) from investors and rocked global crypto markets. Montenegro does not have extradition treaties with the US or South Korea, so the matter had to be fought in the courts. The decision marks an end to more than 18 months of rulings and reversals.…
The US has imposed sanctions on Georgia’s former prime minister and billionaire founder of the Georgian Dream party, Bidzina Ivanishvili. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Ivanishvili and his party had “derailed Georgia’s Euro-Atlantic future”, leaving it vulnerable to Russia. Ivanishvilli is not an elected official but he has been described as the “honorary chairman” of Georgian Dream, which has spent 12 years in power. The party claimed victory in recent elections amid allegations of fraud and swiftly announced the suspension of EU accession talks, sparking widespread protests. Opposition MPs have been boycotting the new parliament, alleging fraud. The…
Nothing says “I love you” quite like a meaningful and lasting gift. The rose bear brings a unique twist to gifting, blending the beauty of roses with a charming design that lasts far beyond a traditional bouquet. Carefully crafted from soft, vibrant roses, this adorable gift captures a moment of love and appreciation that won’t fade. Picture the joy in your loved one’s eyes as they receive this memorable, timeless gift—perfect for any occasion, from Valentine’s Day to birthdays and beyond. The Everlasting Gift That Holds Meaning and Beauty A Real Roses Bear is more than just a gift—a personal…
Police are investigating three separate murder incidents in Bahati and Gilgil sub-counties on Christmas Day. In Bahati, a woman was killed, her eyes gouged out and her body stashed in a sack. Homicide detectives spent the better part of the day at the homestead in Ngomongo, Bahati, hours after the body of an unidentified woman stashed in a sack was discovered in the servant quarters. Detectives are in pursuit of the suspect who fled the crime scene after the murder. The motive is yet to be known, police said. Nakuru North sub county commander Lilies Wachira said they are pursuing…
Angolan President Joao Lourenco pardoned some 50 prisoners, including the son of his predecessor Jose Eduardo dos Santos who was serving a five-year jail term for embezzlement. A presidential decree posted on Facebook on Wednesday cited “good behaviour” and the “absence of social danger” in granting freedom to the convicts. Jose Eduardo dos Santos, who died in 2022, ruled energy-rich Angola for 38 years until 2017. His son Jose Filomeno dos Santos, 46, had been convicted for crimes including embezzlement and influence trafficking. He was jailed for fraud in 2020 after $500 million was transferred from the national bank of…
Substitute Rodrigo Muniz scored the winner late into six minutes of stoppage time as Fulham staged a magnificent late comeback to stun Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea looked to be maintaining the pressure on Premier League pace-setters Liverpool as they defended a lead given to them by Cole Palmer’s smooth 16th-minute strike. Fulham, however, never took a backward step and were rewarded in the most dramatic fashion with two late goals as Chelsea’s title aspirations suffered a serious setback. Marco Silva’s Fulham substitutions worked to perfection, first when Harry Wilson headed the equaliser after 82 minutes before Muniz steered a…
South Korea’s opposition lawmakers have filed a motion to impeach the country’s prime minister and acting leader Han Duck-soo, less than two weeks after parliament voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol. This comes after Han refused to appoint constitutional court judges nominated by the main opposition Democratic Party (DP). “Han has revealed himself to be an acting insurrectionist, not an acting president”, DP’s floor leader Park Chan-dae said on Thursday. The opposition has also accused Han of aiding Yoon’s martial law attempt on December 3 Han earlier apologised for failing to block it. Han also vetoed several opposition-led bills,…
Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh has died at the age of 92. Singh was one of India’s longest-serving prime ministers and he was considered the architect of key liberalising economic reforms, as premier from 2004-2014 and before that as finance minister. He had been admitted to a hospital in the capital Delhi after his health condition deteriorated, reports say. Among those who paid tribute to Singh on Thursday were Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who wrote on social media that “India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders”. Modi said that Singh’s “wisdom and humility were always…
In most cases, datacenter proxies are easily detected because web resources and online services deploy all kinds of tools to find suspicious activity. In this article we will tell you what are datacenter proxies, why websites attempt to find them, what factors influence detection, and what other solutions. This article will be useful not only for network technologists but anyone using proxies for their personal or commercial purposes. What are Datacenter Proxies? The IP addresses of the datacenter proxies are obtained from hosting providers or data centers. They seem like an easy and cheap way to conceal your real IP…
With data being the new oil and businesses getting swamped by big volumes of unstructured data-from invoices to contracts to emails to PDFs-they simply cannot act without turning unstructured data into actionable insights. At this juncture, one of the major game changers that will really stand a business in good stead while dealing with the fundamentals like ETL vs ELT and other two main foundational approaches to data integration comes through, which is IDP-Intelligent Document Processing. Understanding ETL and ELT: The Backbone of Data Integration In order to appreciate the impact of Intelligent Document Processing on data transformation, it would…