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Major Power Cut Disrupts Flights at Manchester Airport, Passengers Advised to Stay Away
23Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Major Power Cut Disrupts Flights at Manchester Airport, Passengers Advised to Stay Away

Passengers line up outside Terminal 1 following overnight disruptions and cancellations caused by a power outage at Manchester Airport in Manchester, UK, on June 23, 2024. (Image: Reuters) In Summary: A major power cut early this morning caused widespread flight delays and cancellations at Manchester Airport. Passengers traveling from Terminals 1 and 2 are advised to stay away, while those at Terminal 3 may face delays. Manchester Airport, one of the UK's busiest airports, faced significant disruptions this morning due to a major power cut. The outage, which occurred in the early hours, affected a large number of flights, particularly from Terminals 1 and 2. In a statement, the airport reported that power has since been restored. However, the aftermath of the outage me...
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Trump Rallies Christian Voters, Touches Briefly on Abortion at Key Faith Event
23Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Trump Rallies Christian Voters, Touches Briefly on Abortion at Key Faith Event

FILE PHOTO: Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump addresses supporters at a campaign rally in Racine, Wisconsin, U.S., June 18, 2024. PHOTO:TopNews In Summary: Trump emphasizes the importance of Christian voters participating in the upcoming elections. He briefly touches on abortion, advocating for state-level decision-making, diverging from the conservative Christian stance. Former President Donald Trump urged his religious supporters to get out and vote during a speech to conservative Christian activists on Saturday. Speaking at the Faith & Freedom Coalition event in Washington, he barely touched on the topic of abortion, despite its importance to the group. Trump stuck to his position that abortion restrictions should be left t...
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Kalonzo on Kivuti’s Death: Don’t shoot down our judges and magistrates
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Kalonzo on Kivuti’s Death: Don’t shoot down our judges and magistrates

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti (left), Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka (center), and Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu (right) at the burial ceremony of Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti in Yatta, Machakos County, on June 22, 2024. IMAGE: Courtesy In Summary: Kalonzo Musyoka condemns the shooting of Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti and calls for better protection and funding for the judiciary. Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji emphasizes the need for judicial protection and promises to address the issue in parliament. Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has expressed deep regret over the tragic shooting of Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti at her court premises while she was performing her duties under a tent. Kalonzo highlighted the irony of this incident occurring despite the...
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Gachagua: Political Figures Who Fought Uhuru Are Being Used to Fight Me
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Gachagua: Political Figures Who Fought Uhuru Are Being Used to Fight Me

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua attends funeral service for businessman Gerald Gikonyo in Murang'a County, June 22, 2024. Photo: DP Rigathi Gachagua / X In Summary: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims that individuals previously used to oppose former President Uhuru Kenyatta are now being used to fight him. Gachagua emphasizes the unity of the Mt Kenya region and its continued support for its leaders. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that certain political figures who were once mobilized against former President Uhuru Kenyatta are now being utilized to oppose him. Gachagua made these remarks during the funeral of businessman Gerald Gikonyo in Muranga County. Addressing the gathering, Gachagua firmly stated his resolve not to yield to pressure. ...
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M-Pesa Services to Be Temporarily Unavailable as Safaricom Announces Maintenance
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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M-Pesa Services to Be Temporarily Unavailable as Safaricom Announces Maintenance

Safaricom has announced a scheduled maintenance Mpesa services this weekend. IMAGE FILE In Summary: M-Pesa services will be down for maintenance on Monday from 1 am to 1:30 am. Other Safaricom services like calls, data, and SMS will remain unaffected. Safaricom has announced a scheduled maintenance for the M-Pesa system on Monday, June 24, 2024. The maintenance window is set from 1 am to 1:30 am, during which all M-Pesa services will be temporarily unavailable. "As part of these ongoing enhancements, we will be carrying out planned system maintenance on the evening of Monday, June 24, 2024, from 1 am to 1.30 am," stated Safaricom. Despite the temporary unavailability of M-Pesa services, Safaricom assured customers that all other services, including calls, data, ...
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Why the Government Introduced the Controversial Finance Bill: David Ndii Reveals
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Why the Government Introduced the Controversial Finance Bill: David Ndii Reveals

David Ndii, Chairperson of the Presidential Council of Economic Advisors. IMAGE File: David Ndii In Summary: David Ndii claims past government corruption led to the controversial Finance Bill 2024. Despite protests, the bill passed to the next legislative stage with significant support. On Saturday, June 22, David Ndii, Chairperson of the Presidential Council of Economic Advisors, addressed the controversy surrounding this year's Finance Bill. In a statement on his X account, Ndii accused previous governments of accumulating substantial debts through corruption, necessitating the creation of the Finance Bill 2024 to address the nation’s financial crisis. Ndii highlighted the irony of the situation, pointing out that many protesters against the bill were the offspring o...
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Kenya and Haiti Formalize Police Deployment Agreement
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Kenya and Haiti Formalize Police Deployment Agreement

Merged image of President William Ruto (left) and Haiti Prime Minister Garry Conille (right). IMAGE: Courtesy In Summary: Kenya has signed a legal agreement with Haiti to deploy police officers to the Caribbean nation. The agreement outlines the conduct and operations of the troops but does not specify the deployment date. The governments of Kenya and Haiti have finalized a legal agreement for the deployment of Kenyan police officers to Haiti. Representatives from both nations signed the agreement on Friday, June 21, 2024. Present at the signing were Gandy Thomas, Haiti's acting representative to the United States, and Lazarus Amayo, the Kenyan ambassador to the US. Cristobal Dupouy, the special representative of the Secretary General of the Organization of American States...
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CS Kuria Launches Scathing Attack on Gachagua
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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CS Kuria Launches Scathing Attack on Gachagua

Collage of photos featuring CS Moses Kuria (left) and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (right). PHOTO: Moses Kuria | Rigathi Gachagua In Summary: Kuria criticized Gachagua's competence and track record Gachagua accused his critics of intimidation and vowed to pursue his agenda. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has intensified his feud with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, openly criticizing him and questioning his competence. Kuria, a staunch supporter of President William Ruto, has publicly clashed with Gachagua, accusing him of promoting tribal politics through his advocacy for Mt Kenya unity and the one-man, one-vote, one-shilling policy. In a recent post on the X platform, Kuria cast doubt on Gachagua's qualifications for his current role. Despit...
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The Ultimate Guide to Google Ads Quality Score
22Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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The Ultimate Guide to Google Ads Quality Score

In Summary: Quality Score is influenced by multiple factors beyond just keyword performance. Understanding and optimizing different levels of Quality Score can significantly improve your Google Ads campaigns. Google Ads Quality Score is a crucial metric that impacts the effectiveness of your campaigns. While most advertisers are familiar with the visible Quality Score at the keyword level, there are additional layers of Quality Score that play a significant role in your ad performance. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of Quality Score, why they matter, and practical steps to enhance your Quality Score. Types of Quality Score Account-Level Quality Score:This score reflects the historical performance of all keywords and ads in your acco...
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Russia to US: Let’s Talk, but Ukraine Must Top Agenda
21Jun By Published by topnewsNo Comments
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Russia to US: Let’s Talk, but Ukraine Must Top Agenda

In this photo released by the Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on Friday, June 21, 2024, Russian soldiers fire an anti-aircraft gun at an undisclosed location in Ukraine. PHOTO: RDMPS In Summary: Russia calls for extensive security discussions with the United States, emphasizing the need to include Ukraine. The U.S. maintains that negotiations over the war in Ukraine are solely a matter for Ukraine. On Friday, June 21 ,2024, Russia underscored the critical need for 'comprehensive' security discussions with the United States, emphasizing the inclusion of Ukraine in these talks. When asked about Russia's readiness to discuss nuclear risks with America, Dmitry Peskov, speaking on behalf of the Russian government, stated, 'It is impossible to rip out any individual seg...
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