‘Come on Tyreek, you got no chance!’ – Why Usain Bolt shut down Tyreek Hill’s sprint challenge

Four years ago, Usain Bolt effortlessly shut down Tyreek Hill’s sprint challenge with a blistering 4.22-second 40-yard dash. Usain Bolt has reminded the world why he remains untouchable as the fastest man in history recalling a playful yet telling exchange with NFL star Tyreek Hill. Despite retiring from professional athletics in 2017, Bolt has not…

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‘I’m knocking on the door of the 200m’- Noah Lyles explains why Usain Bolt’s record still motivates him

Noah Lyles has expressed his determination to break Usain Bolt’s 200m world record while honoring the sprinting legend’s legacy. Olympic champion Noah Lyles has never shied away from discussing his ambitions, and now, he has made his feelings clear about chasing Usain Bolt’s long-standing 200m world record to claim the coveted title of the ‘fastest…

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14 million Kenyans not remitting SHA deductions, PS Kimtai

From left: Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai, SHA acting CEO Robert Ingasira and Digital Health Agency Acting CEO Antony Lenaiyala when they appeared before the National Assembly Health Committee in Nairobi, on February 10, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] The Ministry of Health now says low contributions are to blame for SHA failures. Appearing before the…

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Noah Lyles Fullmetal Alchemist’s Iconic ‘3rd October’ manga series as he remembers his own past struggles

Multople world champion Noah Lyles is among those who have celebrated Fullmetal Alchemist’s Iconic ‘3rd October’ manga series, with the scene reminding him of his past struggles. Noah Lyles is among those celebrating an iconic scene from Hiromu Arakawa’s famed Japanese manga series Fullmetal Alchemist popularly known as ‘3rd October.’ Lyles, who recently compared his…

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‘I don’t know if it was photoshop’

Tyson Gay has aimed a playful jibe at Usain Bolt’s body weight after admitting he also was not in the shape to return to track if given the chance, Retired American sprinting great Tyson Gay has dismissed the idea of a return to competitive athletics, candidly admitting he’s far from race-ready while taking a playful…

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National Assembly Committee on CII engages industry experts to discuss policy gaps in digital economy

Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie led members of the National Assembly Committee on CII in a workshop organised by the Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK). The workshop focused on discussing global policies and identifying gaps in Kenya related to technology infrastructure, data protection, cybersecurity, and AI. The Committee sought to understand global best practices…

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The life and times of Wafula Chebukati at helm of IEBC

EBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati during a press conference, media centre at the National Tallying centre, Bomas of Kenya. Aug 13, 2022. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] News of the death of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati has left the country in shock. Chebukati’s tenure at the IEBC will remain etched in many people’s minds…

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