Some people have to work hard to set records and be listed in the Guinness books World Records (GWR). But for some, they are born very different. Photo of Sultan Kösen, the tallest man in the world taken on November 19, 2018 in Hollywood, California. Photo: Chelsea Guglielmino/Getty ImagesSource: Getty Images This week we feature…
One of the 100% NETA V electric vehicles showcased by MOJA EV Kenya Limited to convince digital taxi drivers to go green at Sameer Business Park in Nairobi on May 31, 2024. [Robert Tomno,Standard] In a world striving for sustainable solutions, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a promising alternative. Phasing out fossil fuel-powered vehicles…
The diplomatic dispute between Kenya and the Holy See has emerged after the government complained to Pope Francis about the Apostolic Ambassador Archbishop Hubertus van Megen The controversy stemmed from a speech given by Archbishop van Megen, where he criticized the Kenyan government and its handling of protests The Kenyan government was disappointed by the…
Weeks after a severe fall during the Paris Olympics the well-known Australian hurdler is set to undergo critical surgery. Aussie hurdler Michelle Jenneke has returned to Canberra and is scheduled to undergo surgery on Tuesday due to a severe injury sustained during her dramatic fall at the Paris Olympics. The incident occurred on August 7…
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta is set to call a meeting of Azimio affiliates to deal with ongoing disputes within the coalition The conflict between Azimio parties has increased following the appointment of ODM politicians in President William Ruto's Cabinet Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka acknowledged the challenges of the union, and emphasized the need for…
Former Public Service CS Moses Kuria has countered Nandi Governor Stephen Sang’s assertion that his generation will be the last to lead Kenya. During a burial ceremony in Nandi County over the weekend, Governor Sang, who spoke before Kuria, suggested that the younger Generation Z would soon take over the country’s leadership. Kuria, however, firmly…
A freelancer of Standard Media Group stormed the offices of the media house, demanding that the company pay him the money owed to him. He confirmed his determination to do whatever it takes and expressed his willingness to risk everything for the company to pay him The man complained that he repeatedly tried to contact…
One man has died and six other p****e are missing after a sailing yacht sank off the coast of Sicily in the early hours of Monday morning, the Italian fire and rescue service has said. The 56m (183ft) yacht was flying a British flag and Britons are among those missing, Italian media has reported. The…
Bradley Marongo aka Kenya Goliath may soon get his very first pair of shoes This is after Nairobi businessman Jarunda Jaluth Mambobiad offered to give him one big pair of shoes that will suffice him Bradley has never worn shoes because he struggles to find a pair that fits his big feet Jarunda Jaluth Mambobiad,…
Yolande Makolo, the spokesperson for the Rwandan government, has become a powerful advocate for gender equality and women’s empowerment, driven by her two-decade-long career in public service. Intertwined with Rwanda’s progressive policies, her journey reflects a nation committed to creating an environment where women not only participate but thrive in all sectors of society. Rwanda’s…
Kelvin Gitonga drowned near the shore of the National Irrigation Authority dam in Kirinyaga county Residents and rice farmers led by the leader of the Tebere Division Alex Nguo have asked the management of the dam to put up a fence to avoid possible harm in the future Gitonga's friend who placed a bet of…
Ruth K explained that being pregnant made her family stop Mulamah from having a traditional wedding He set the record straight, saying the October 2023 ceremony was not a traditional wedding but an introduction ceremony between his family and Mulamwah's Some netizens encouraged him to continue fighting for his relationship, while others pointed out that…
Real Madrid players incuding Kylian Mbappe (L) and Vinicius Jr react afetr their 1-1 draw on Sunday night.[AFP] Kylian Mbappe was left frustrated on his Real Madrid La Liga debut on Sunday as a resilient Real Mallorca held the Spanish and European champions to a 1-1 draw in their title defence opener. The French superstar…
Uasin Gishu deputy governor John Barorot announced his resignation on Monday, August 19, in a meeting with senior county officials There have been claims between Barorot and Governor Jonathan Bii after the deputy county head boycotted important functions An official in the governor's office dismissed claims of inconsistency, revealing that Barorot resigned after finding a…
The Ivorian sprinter has staged a comeback at the Lausanne Diamond League against top sprinters Neita and Clayton. At long last, a return is in view for Africa’s fastest woman, Marie-Josee Ta Lou-Smith. After a heart-wrenching performance at the Paris Olympics, where she suffered a severe injury, finishing last in the 100m dash with a…