The Lower Eastern Times

No Pope Yet as Black Smoke Rises from Vatican

Thick black smoke poured from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney on Thursday, signaling that Catholic cardinals have once again failed to elect a new pope. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Crowds of faithful and tourists gathered in St. Peter’s Square reacted with a mix of applause and disappointment after …

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Sifuna Dismisses Claims of Interest in Cabinet Role

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has firmly stated he has no interest in joining President William Ruto’s Cabinet, distancing himself from any involvement in the current administration. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The ODM senator, known for his candid criticism of Ruto’s “broad-based government” formed after a political truce …

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Govt Plans Cyber Crime Law Reforms to Curb Online Misinformation

The government is considering amending the Cyber Crime Act to address the increasing spread of digital misinformation, according to Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking on the influence of social media on public perception, Mwaura emphasized the need for stronger legal tools to regulate …

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Kitui: Mingwani OCS Shoots Man in Public

A 40-year-old man is undergoing treatment at Mwingi Level Four Hospital after being shot by the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) of Migwani in Kitui County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The shooting happened following the arrest of two women by a mob who accused them of livestock theft. …

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Kenya Met Attributes Nairobi Tremors to Regional Earthquake Near Tanzania

The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has confirmed that tremors felt in various parts of Nairobi on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, were caused by an earthquake in the region. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to Kenya Met, the tremors occurred between 10:30 am and 10:40 am and were …

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Murder Weapon in Kaspul MP Killing Recovered – IG Confirms

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has provided a new update on the investigation into the murder of Kaspul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking to the press on the morning of Thursday, May 5, 2025, the IG confirmed that detectives have recovered the …

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Trump Hints at Imminent Trade Deal with ‘Respected Country’

U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at the announcement of a new “great trade deal,” potentially marking the first such agreement since he introduced tariffs on multiple American trading partners. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking on the Truth platform, Trump said he would hold a press conference …

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Three Africans Named in Papal Election

The conclave, which is voted on by the Cardinals of the Catholic Church to elect a new Pope, began sessions on May 7. The private sessions will be held in the Sistine Chapel and 135 Cardinals are allowed to attend. It is unclear how long it will take to elect …

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KPLC: Areas Set to Experience Power Outages on Thursday

Kenya Power has released a notice outlining planned power outages scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the utility provider stated that parts of 11 counties will be affected by the interruptions, which are expected to occur at varying times between 8:00 am and 5:00 …

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European Firm Cleared to Acquire Pollman’s Tours and Safaris

The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has given the green light for Africa Travel Investments Limited to acquire Pollman’s Tours and Safaris Limited. Under the approved deal, Africa Travel Investments will assume full ownership of Pollman’s by acquiring 100% of its issued shares. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel …

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