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Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

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Technology

Reuters Taps Coactive AI to Revolutionize Visual Content Discovery for Journalists Globally

Global news agency Reuters is partnering with Coactive AI to enhance its visual content discovery process, allowing its journalists to more effectively search its extensive image and video database. This initiative, highlighted on June 9, 2025, aims to improve storytelling.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 9, 2025

Technology

Microsoft Enters Portable Gaming Arena with Official Reveal of Xbox Handheld Console

After years of speculation, Microsoft officially unveiled its long-anticipated Xbox handheld console on June 9, 2025. The new device is set to bring the Xbox Game Pass ecosystem to a portable form factor, directly competing with the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 9, 2025

Technology

TechCrunch Restructures, Shuts Down European News Operations and Lays Off Staff

Influential technology publication TechCrunch is ceasing its European news coverage and has laid off staff, including veteran editor-at-large Mike Butcher. The restructuring, reported on June 9, 2025, follows the outlet's acquisition by private equity firm Regent LP.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 9, 2025

Politics

Kenyan Blogger Dies in Police Custody After Arrest for Online Post, IPOA Launches Investigation

Kenya's police oversight body has initiated an investigation into the death of blogger Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody in Nairobi after being arrested in Homa Bay for an alleged "false publication" online. Rights groups have called the circumstances of his death "very suspicious."

SOStreamline Official

Jun 9, 2025

Politics

CS Wandayi Urges Calm Following Death of Influencer Albert Ojwang in Police Custody; Officers Suspended

Following the controversial death of social media influencer Albert Ojwang in police custody on June 7, 2025, Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi has called for calm from the public. Several police officers have been suspended as the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) investigates the incident.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 9, 2025

Technology

The New Look of Luxury: LVMH Partners with Google Cloud to Weave AI into Every Facet of Its Global Operations

Luxury giant LVMH is deploying a wide array of AI tools in partnership with Google Cloud to boost operational efficiency and customer retention across its brands. This strategic initiative aims to leverage AI for personalized experiences and optimized business processes amidst a challenging market.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 9, 2025

Politics

British Soldier Arrested in Kenya Over Rape Allegations in Nanyuki, UK Defence Ministry Confirms

A British soldier stationed in Kenya has been arrested in connection with rape allegations, the UK’s Defence Ministry has confirmed, with the alleged incident taking place in Nanyuki, a town near a major British army base.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 9, 2025

Technology

Kenya to Showcase Public Sector Innovation at Africa Public Service Day 2025 Summit in Nairobi

Kenya is set to host the 2025 Africa Public Service Day from 10–12 June in Nairobi, focusing on innovation and resilient governance to address service delivery gaps.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 8, 2025

Technology

China's EV and Autonomous Driving Prowess Mounts Serious Challenge to Tesla's Global Dominance

Chinese automakers, particularly BYD, are rapidly advancing their autonomous driving technology, directly challenging Tesla's market leadership with sophisticated and often more affordable driver-assistance systems. This competition is intensifying the global EV and self-driving race.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 7, 2025

Technology

Elon Musk and Donald Trump Feud Escalates, Creating Uncertainty for X, Tesla, and xAI

The public feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump reportedly intensified around June 7, 2025, creating potential ramifications for Musk's companies, including X and Tesla, and casting uncertainty over a major financing deal for his AI venture, xAI.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 7, 2025

Sports

Heartbreak and Triumph in Rome: Kenya's Beatrice Chebet Clocks Second-Fastest 5000m Ever, Comes Agonizingly Close to World Record

Kenyan distance runner Beatrice Chebet delivered a stunning performance at the Rome Diamond League, clocking 14:03.69 in the women's 5000 metres—the second-fastest time in history and just 2.5 seconds shy of the world record.

SOStreamline Official

Jun 7, 2025

Technology

OpenAI to Appeal NYT Copyright Ruling, Citing User Privacy and Igniting "AI Privilege" Debate

OpenAI has announced its intention to appeal a court ruling in its copyright dispute with The New York Times, arguing that the court's data preservation demands compromise user privacy. CEO Sam Altman also raised the concept of an "AI privilege," likening AI interactions.

SDShiftpulse Digital

Jun 6, 2025