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Đorđe Petrović Considering Chelsea Exit, Skips Club World Cup Trip — Report It appears Đorđe Petrović isn’t interested in navigating Chelsea’s crowded goalkeeper situation and is instead prioritizing a move where he can secure a consistent starting role. According to a Telegraph exclusive, the Serbian goalkeeper requested not to be included in Chelsea’s squad for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S. so he could focus on his future — specifically, finding a club where he could be the undisputed first-choice keeper. As a result, his spot on the traveling squad has been filled by young American goalie Gaga Slonina . Despite this development, the relationship between Petrović and Chelsea reportedly remains professional and respectful. Should a permanent transfer not materialize, Petrović is expected to rejoin the team for pre-season training in July, though that could lead to a potential loan move. It's a disappointing turn for fans who were hopeful Petrović would get ano...

 Murkomen, Kanja, and Amin Grilled by Senators Over Ojwang’s Mysterious Death On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, the Senate temporarily halted its official session for two hours to hold an informal meeting with senior security leaders regarding the controversial death of activist and teacher Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) head Mohamed Amin, and a representative from the Independent Policing Oversight Authority were present for questioning. This session marked Murkomen’s first public statement on the matter. Ojwang, known for his social media activism, died on Sunday, June 8, 2025, while held at Central Police Station in Nairobi. His death has sparked national outrage and demands for accountability. Although the session was informal, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi reassured members that the Senate Clerk would document the meeting, enabling ...

The United States on Tuesday said President Donald Trump would like to mediate between India and Pakistan over the decades-old Kashmir dispute, describing such a move as consistent with his desire to resolve “generational” conflicts around the world. The comment follows a ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, announced by the US president on May 10 after a brief but intense military standoff involving fighter jets, missiles, drones and artillery fire. While tensions have eased, longstanding issues remain unresolved. The US informed last month after the ceasefire announcement both India and Pakistan had agreed to meet at a neutral venue to address their differences, though New Delhi has so far publicly ruled out bilateral talks with Islamabad. “I can’t speak to what’s on the mind or the plans of the President,” said State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce in response to a question about the American president’s offer to mediate after the ceasefire. “What I do know...

Mutunga, Karua Sue Tanzania Over Deportation Retired Chief Justice Willy Mutunga and Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party, have taken legal action against the Tanzanian government at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ), claiming they were unlawfully detained and deported during a recent visit. The lawsuit, filed at the EACJ’s Nairobi sub-registry on June 10, alleges that Tanzanian authorities violated regional agreements by detaining and deporting the two, along with six others, who had traveled to Dar es Salaam on May 18 and 19. The group was there to observe the high-profile treason trial of opposition figure Tundu Lissu, a vocal critic of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan. According to the petition, the deportation was not only a breach of individual rights but also a violation of key provisions in the East African Community (EAC) Treaty and the Common Market Protocol. The applicants demand a formal apology, compensation for emotional ...

 Governor Newsom Sounds the Alarm: “Democracy Is on the Line” Posted on June 11, 2025 In a powerful and emotionally charged televised address on Tuesday evening, California Governor Gavin Newsom delivered a stark warning to the American people: democracy is under threat, and the time to act is now. Speaking directly to the nation from a Los Angeles studio, Newsom criticized President Donald Trump’s recent decision to deploy military forces to immigration protests in Los Angeles. According to the governor, this move is more than just an overreach — it’s a sign that the United States may be teetering on the edge of authoritarianism. > “California may be first,” Newsom said, “but it clearly won’t end here. Other states are next. Democracy is next.” His words were a rallying cry to Americans of all political backgrounds to recognize the seriousness of the moment. The governor framed the president's actions as a blatant attempt to silence dissent and intimidate citizens who are exer...

Kenya Meteorological Department Predicts More Rain Across Several Counties This Week Residents in various parts of Kenya should prepare for more rainfall this week, according to the latest weather advisory from the Kenya Meteorological Department. In its update released on Monday, June 9, the department stated that regions including the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley itself, and coastal areas will continue receiving rainfall from Tuesday, June 10, through Saturday, June 14. Counties such as Nairobi, Kiambu, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Murang'a, Laikipia, Meru, Embu, and Tharaka are expected to experience cloudy mornings followed by sunny intervals during the week. Afternoon showers are likely on Tuesday and Saturday, while the rest of the afternoons (Wednesday to Friday) are predicted to be mostly sunny. Nighttime skies will generally remain partly cloudy, with possible showers on Wednesday night. Motorists in Nairobi are alr...

COTU Denies Involvement in Drafting Affordable Housing Regulations as PS Hinga Insists Otherwise href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8x0470_O8IKjP919XIGV6SLDYoEq2gO4MDzSepQT6ha5r_RXvWiUL9hqiqGhZMKixZWNtM5Tc5RbZgsrLA_n8w7y0vrgRRLgC4Sq3Fj2x8R7YUBcOioUNAkE5pg7mKcmbPLCBKOBpzlUNQ1vsa4lQfjYJwcNShPtZXnP3DiUiqVVyR1n2b7mH1m1AQn4/s708/17493088754531703124035762379769.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"> /> Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) secretary general Francis Atwoli/FILE A sharp disagreement has emerged between the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) and the Principal Secretary for Housing and Urban Development, Charles Hinga, over the controversial Affordable Housing Levy. COTU, led by Secretary General Francis Atwoli, has firmly rejected claims made by PS Hinga that the union participated in drafting the Affordable Housing Regulations. According to Atwoli, the union was not ...