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Political opposition to data centers mounts in US and abroad
While roughly 300-plus state and local moratoriums are threatening the US buildout, governments’ ambitions to harness the AI boom elsewhere are also facing hurdles.
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Democrats eye post-election powers
US lawmakers, commentators, and the White House are mapping out what a Democratic takeover of Congress — and a post-Trump era — could look like after Tuesday’s midterms.
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King Charles distances himself from calls for an apology for slavery
The King’s role as head of the Commonwealth is about “inspiring and convening, rather than policy-making”, says Buckingham
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Trump cuts South Africa, Rwanda from AGOA trade program
The president formally notified Congress and both governments of his decision on Monday.
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Trump touts DC renovations ahead of tough midterms
Speaking in front of the Reflecting Pool, the president went into the renovations in depth before turning to the campaign.
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Etale recalls how he was fired from TV job and how Raila came through for him
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Director of Communications Philip Etale has recalled how the late former Prime Minister Raila
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Winnie Odinga starts online poll on her next move, lists ODM and Linda Mwananchi among options
Winnie Odinga has asked Kenyans to weigh in on her political direction ahead of the 2027 Nairobi Senate
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Devilled eggs, Kenyan style: kachumbari, pilipili and a smokie twist
November 2 is Devilled Egg Day. It offers a great excuse to mix a classic party snack with
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Did Raila die with ODM? Mosiria questions party’s direction after Sakaja’s entry
Geoffrey Mosiria has questioned the direction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) following Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja’s decision
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‘You won’t drink hospitals’ – Ademba weighs in on Kang’ata’s hospital and Wanga’s water kiosk
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata officially opened a new complex at the Murang’a Level 5 Hospital on October 31,
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OpenAI's Sam Altman does deals in Abu Dhabi amid fundraising
The CEO signed contracts to deploy AI products across government, the oil sector, and sovereign wealth management.
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Gulf states united in call for diplomacy to end war
Officials and diplomats at the Manama Dialogue supported Qatar-led mediation efforts between the US and Iran as the threat of escalation looms.
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Venezuela's oil buildout faces worker shortage
Decades of mismanagement and corruption have hollowed out the sector, while a government crackdown and an economic crisis led to a mass exodus.
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Oil prices down on hopes of Gulf talks progress
US President Donald Trump has reportedly pushed for more negotiations with Iran.
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Elections pose next test for Venezuela
Interim Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez held a rare address last week in which she vowed to hold elections.
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Election ‘war rooms’ enter the AI age
Both OpenAI and Anthropic will have “war rooms” dedicated to ensuring their platforms provide accurate information about the midterm elections.
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Journalists Trained on Responsible Election Reporting Ahead of Kenya’s 2027 Polls
NAKURU, Kenya, Nov 2 — Journalists, bloggers and digital content creators have been urged to uphold professionalism, accuracy and impartiality in their coverage of the 2027 General Election…
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Malala Explains Absence From DCP Rallies Amid Claims of Rift With Gachagua
Malala has been missing DCP rallies while Gachagua was away in the U.S., raising concerns over his relationship with the party. When Gachagua came back, he referred to Malala as a mini Ruto.
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Tanzanian woman devastated after late husband's friend claims custody of her teen daughter
Salome Bahati seeks government help in Tanzania to regain access to her 15-year-old daughter, whose custody case remains disputed after her father's death.
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‘You chased me from govt, don’t chase me from church,’ Gachagua tells Ruto
Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of using Kimani Ichung’wah to intimidate church leaders and block him from attending PCEA services, declaring that his removal from government…
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Reactions as Mombasa matatu operator rebrands vehicle with Edwin Sifuna's portrait: "Rais wa wananchi"
Mombasa matatu operator branded a PSV with Senator Edwin Sifuna's portrait, sparking mixed reactions and predictions of a presidential win in the 2027 elections.
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PS Korir: Kenya needs Ksh1.6T to finance water harvesting infrastructure
Government is turning to Public-Private Partnerships to bridge a Ksh1.3 trillion funding gap.
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Gachagua: Chinese Refused to Fund Railway Over Sh50bn Kickback Demand
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims Chinese financiers declined to fund the proposed Narok–Kisumu–Malaba railway after President William Ruto’s team allegedly demanded a Sh50…
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Rigathi Gachagua reacts to reports Ruto allies wooing Kalonzo Musyoka ahead of 2027 poll
Rigathi Gachagua has rebuffed Kenya Kwanza efforts to recruit Kalonzo Musyoka, calling him trustworthy and vowing to block a government deal ahead of 2027.
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Kalonzo rules out joining Ruto government, brands it ‘government of predators’
Musyoka has rejected speculation that he could join President William Ruto’s government, branding it a “government of predators” and insisting that the two should face each other at the…
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Gachagua: There is no rift between me and Uhuru
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims of a fallout with retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, praising his predecessor for leaving a stable country while accusing…
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Kalonzo Musyoka responds to William Ruto's allies wooing him to join the govt: "Haiwezekani
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka rejected calls to join President William Ruto's government amid intensifying calls from both ODM and UDA leaders ahead of 2027.
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Francis Atwoli says he would rather die than see Sifuna be president: "Hajui kuoga"
Atwoli dismisses Sifuna’s 2027 presidential bid, alleging a plot to split Western Kenya’s vote and jeopardise the region’s chance of fielding a 2032 candidate.
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Gachagua Reveals Alleged Plan to Halt Ksh200 Billion Rironi-Mau Road
President Ruto has promised Kenyans they would use the expanded highway this December for travel to parts of Western and Nyanza.
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Gachagua dismisses Uhuru reconciliation calls, says 'we are one team'
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed calls for mediation between him and former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
