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The debate over young people taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol
To enjoy a night out with friends, Matt once had to drink until he felt sick. If he didn't, the 22-y…
As rubble clears, Colombia begins focusing on recovery after the earthquake
Bogota, Colombia – One week after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake rocked western Colombia, rescue efforts…
Could a drug designed for weight loss help athletes perform better?
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can reduce weight and improve health, but could they also boost athletic per…
How to protect your hearing at loud political rallies and concerts
Attending outdoor political rallies and music festivals is a big part of youth culture in Kenya, but…
"Family first": Foreign residents in UAE can now sponsor children until age 25
- The UAE government confirmed that foreign residents can sponsor children for residency permits up …
Why you get irritable towards the end of your shifts and how a quick glass of water helps
By 4:00 p.m on a typical workday, simple tasks start feeling surprisingly heavy. A minor email query…
Does Reform's plan to cut £50bn in welfare spending add up?
- Published Reform UK has set out plans it says will save more than £50bn a year from the welfare b…
Ways to repair dark and rough elbows during the chilly August weather
When chilly August weather settles across Kenya, cold air and low humidity quickly dry out the skin.…
Princess Eugenie announces name of baby daughter
- Published Princess Eugenie has named her baby daughter Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank. Annou…
UAE entry visa: Six requirements every foreign national must meet
- The UAE government has outlined six key requirements for foreign nationals to obtain an entry visa…
KMPDU condemns assault, arrest of Ugandan medical interns
KMPDU condemns assault, arrest of Ugandan medical interns Audio By Vocalize The Kenya Medical Practi…
DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes country’s deadliest
The DRC’s latest Ebola outbreak has killed 2,325 people, making it the country’s deadliest outbreak …
Health insurance must reflect how Kenyan families earn and spend
When illness strikes, Kenyan families often face two crises: how quickly a loved one can receive car…
Lost hope: Kisii man dies in Dubai months after family took loans for relocation
- Stephen Nyang'au Sereti from Kisii County was found dead on a road in Dubai under unclear circumst…
Boat sets sail from Bristol, aiming to break Israel’s siege of Gaza
Bristol, United Kingdom – A boat has set sail from southern England as part of a flotilla’s efforts …
Chaos unfolds: 2 dead, 54 injured during Homa Bay Linda Mwananchi rally
- Homa Bay County Police Commander Lawrence Koilem confirmed a police officer died after being struc…
NTV Kenya: Police officer among two dead in Homa Bay rally chaos
Police officer among two dead in Homa Bay rally chaos HOMA BAY: Police officer among two people who …
2 killed in grisly Westlands crash involving Range Rover and boda boda
2 killed in grisly Westlands crash involving Range Rover and boda boda Two people have died followin…
Two people killed including a police officer in Homa Bay chaos
Audio By Vocalize Two people, including a police officer, were killed while 54 others were seriously…
Government ready to account for health reforms achieved so far
Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Health, Aden Duale, today inspected ongoing preparations at the Kenyatta …