Tuesday witnessed a resurgence of civil unrest with protests erupting across various parts of the country. Police forces have deployed teargas to disperse crowds of demonstrating youths along Waiyaki Way. These young protesters gathered on a flyover near the Kangemi area and responded by hurling stones at the officers and obstructing the road. The conflict has resulted in billowing dark smoke visible along the highway. Similar scenes are unfolding in other regions of Kenya. In Mlolongo, along Mombasa Road, groups of youths have taken to dancing on the highway as a form of protest.

Chaos in Kisii and Nairobi as Teargas Meets Youth Protests

Kenyan MPs may still be reeling after anti-tax protesters overpowered police and invaded parliament on Tuesday - but two legislators are actually thankful to some of the invaders who went to their rescue during the ordeal. "I was very scared and I prayed to God as about 22 young protesters...

Protesters set fire to Kenya's parliament - but also saved two MPs

Kenya's High Court has approved the use of military force to restore order, following days of anti-tax protests that at some point overwhelmed police. More than 20 people have reportedly been killed in the nationwide protests that are largely led by young people opposed to government plans to increase taxes.

Kenyan court allows military deployment to quell protests

The Guardian

A finance bill was the trigger, but the backdrop is government debt and blinkered interventions from western institutions, says Kenyan political analyst Nanjala Nyabola

The world is scrambling to understand Kenya’s historic protests – this is what too many are missing | Nanjala Nyabola

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Sir Keir Starmer has said he would be prepared to use nuclear weapons if needed to defend the UK as he set out Labour's defence plans. The Labour leader said "security will always come first" under his leadership and claimed his party has left behind Jeremy Corbyn's opposition to the Trident nuclear weapons system.

Starmer says he is prepared to use nuclear weapons

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

A record number of millionaires could leave the United Kingdom this year as political turmoil and the potential for higher taxes under a future Labour government reduce the appeal of what was once among the top destinations for the rich.

Millionaires are fleeing Britain in their thousands

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

New Jersey State

NEWARK, N.J. – Naiem Moore, 34, of Newark, admitted to possessing cocaine and heroin for distribution and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Moore entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo in Newark federal court.

Man Admits Drug Trafficking & Illegal Firearm Possession

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced his new government on Sunday with the former opposition parties getting 12 out of 32 portfolios after the ruling ANC lost its outright parliamentary majority. He was re-elected for a second full term last week, to lead what his humbled ANC calls a government of national unity (GNU), having lost its outright majority in the May 29 general election.

Former opposition parties get 12 ministries in S.Africa's new govt

The Tories warn about a "Labour super majority", as Rishi Sunak says he continues to fight for every vote.

Big Labour majority 'better for the country' - Starmer

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

The New Humanitarian

I am writing to you as a brother who believes in our common bonds as Black people across the globe. I think there is a common tapestry of history and culture that transcends the thousands of miles between us and binds us so uniquely as a people. Right from the...

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In a stunning verdict, a federal jury convicted two former executives of Epsilon Data Management LLC for their roles in a decade-long scheme that exploited consumer data to facilitate massive mail fraud targeting millions of Americans. The defendants, Robert Reger and David Lytle faced conspiracy, mail fraud, and wire fraud charges for knowingly selling lists of consumer names and addresses to fraudsters running prize scams and deceptive astrology mailings.

Data Breach Fraud Scheme: Shocking Convictions Targeting Millions

Burlington County, NJ

Pablo Estrada, 27, laundered proceeds from a mail fraud scheme, including lottery scams. Florence, NJ – Pablo Estrada, 27, of Burlington County, was sentenced to 33 months in prison for his role in laundering over $4 million obtained from various scams. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the sentencing today.

Burlington Man's $4M Money Laundering Scheme: 33-Month Sentence

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

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ODM to Recall 6 MPs for Supporting Finance Bill 2024

Kenya has witnessed sustained protests primarily led by the younger generation, despite the withdrawal of a contentious bill. The demonstrations reflect broader dissatisfaction with President William...

ODM to Recall 6 MPs for Supporting Finance Bill 2024

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