The Lower Eastern Times

Man who Received the First pig Kidney Transplant has Died

By: BBC The first man to receive a genetically modified pig kidney transplant has died two months after the operation, the hospital that carried out the procedure has said. Richard “Rick” Slayman, 62, was suffering from end-stage kidney disease before undergoing the operation in March. Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) said …

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Football Transfer News Across Europe Monday 13.05.2024

Liverpool are interested in Newcastle’s 23-year-old winger Anthony Gordon, who started playing football at Everton. (star) Any deal for Gordon could scupper Arsenal’s hopes of signing Newcastle’s 24-year-old Swedish striker Alexander Isak this summer. (Express) Colombian striker Luis Diaz, 27, has dismissed rumors linking him with a move to Paris …

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Kenyan Student Found Dead in Uganda

Authorities in Bushenyi District, western Uganda, have initiated an inquiry into the peculiar demise of a Kenyan student enrolled at Kampala International University (KIU). The individual in question, Isaac Otieno Ochola, 33 years old, was said to be studying at KIU’s western campus located in Bushenyi-Ishaka Municipality. Marcial Tumusiime, spokesperson …

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Flood-Hit Schools Delay Reopening, Less Affected To Reopen Today

Ahead of the scheduled school reopening on Monday, the government has introduced a set of safety measures following a two-week delay caused by flooding in various regions of Kenya. The Interior Ministry announced on Sunday that certain schools severely affected by heavy rains and floods will not resume classes until …

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Internet Outages Hit East Africa Following Submarine Cable Damage

Slow internet speeds plagued East Africa over the weekend due to a significant disruption in the sub-sea fibre network, causing widespread outages in the region. Numerous internet service providers in East Africa and South Africa grappled with connectivity issues following the damage to the underwater cable. Efforts to restore stable …

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Raila Odinga Meets KMPDU Officials Following Doctors’ Strike Resolution

Raila Odinga convened with representatives from the Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) shortly after the doctors terminated their strike. Raila, expressing solidarity with the union, emphasized the importance of the return-to-work agreement for both the government and KMPDU, encouraging a collaborative effort to resolve lingering concerns. ALSO …

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From Dropout to Legislator: Salasya’s Unconventional Journey to Mumia East MP

Salasya recounted his journey to becoming the Mumia East MP, highlighting his challenges and innovative approach to campaigning. Despite lacking campaign funds, he utilized social media extensively, which played a crucial role in his success. ALSO READ: Salasya Seeks Busy and Submissive Wife, Prefers Banker or Teacher Speaking in an interview …

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Salasya Seeks Busy and Submissive Wife, Prefers Banker or Teacher

Marriage has been a recurring theme for Mumias East MP Peter Salasya, who frequently discusses his ideal spouse. During a recent interview with Betty Kyallo on TV 47, Salasya disclosed his preference for a busy wife, highlighting his expectation of her submission, citing biblical and spiritual reasons. ALSO READ: Machakos Family …

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Kylian Mbappe Confirms he Will Leave PSG

By: Reuters French soccer star Kylian Mbappe said in a video on social media platform X on Friday that he would leave Paris Saint Germain and end his ‘adventure’ with the club in a few weeks time. “This is my last year at Paris Saint Germain. I will not stay …

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Omalla shines as Gor Mahia triumph over Shabana in Kisumu

Gor Mahia took a significant step towards clinching the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) title with a narrow 1-0 victory over Shabana FC at Mamboleo Grounds Stadium in Kisumu. Benson Omalla, the striker, scored the solitary goal in the 34th minute of the first half, securing the win for his team. …

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