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Fitness addicts: Why working out is not optional
For Caleb Mogoa, going to the gym is not optional. Even when he is unwell, the software developer sa…
Kitchen hack: How a splash of vinegar ‘firms up’ egg whites for perfect poached eggs
Poaching an egg at home often turns into a messy kitchen headache. The moment a fresh egg hits
Why your first pancake always sticks to the pan and how to fix it
Weekend breakfast in many homes comes with an annoying ritual. You mix a smooth batter, oil the pan,
How a PVC pipe can keep water tanks clean during rains
When rains start across Nairobi, Kiambu, and other parts of Kenya, households rush to store every dr…
Why dating is getting more expensive for young Kenyans
For many young Kenyans, the cost of dating is no longer just about paying for food. There is
Hand-painted hair – Tips for ladies ahead of National Balayage Week
National Balayage Week kicks off on August 16, 2026, and many women heading to salons across Nairobi…
Sunday foods that make the weekend feel complete
Sunday has its own smell in Kenya. It is the aroma of onions frying, spices warming in oil
Things you should clean every Sunday before a busy work week
Sunday is the perfect time to deal with the everyday items that often escape the weekly cleaning rou…
Have difficult conversations with your children
You’re living now in a world that’s very different from when you were a child, so you’ll have to go …
Common foods you may be storing the wrong way
How you store food can affect how long it stays fresh, its texture and even its taste. Many
Right way to clean matumbo before cooking, and why most people skip the step
Tripe, which is commonly known as Matumbo, has remained a favourite in many Kenyan homes for generat…
Why monthly subscriptions may be costing you more than you realise
Monthly subscriptions have quietly become part of everyday life. From streaming services and cloud s…
Rejected swimming trip visa letter request sparks Sh5.9m workplace award
A rejected visa support letter request for a child’s trip for a swimming competition in South Africa…
Gloria Khalwale’s death: Luhya culture, rites, and expectations when man loses wife
Gloria Khalwale’s death: Luhya culture, rites, and expectations when man loses wife The death of Glo…
How a dirty air filter steals your petrol and how to fix it in 5 minutes
Every day, cars driving on Kenyan roads pull in dust, grit, and road dirt straight into their engine
How to turn basic potatoes into crispy French Lyonnaise fries at home
In almost every home, weekend meals feel incomplete without a plate of hot potato fries. The usual r…
International Homeless Animals Day: How spaying and neutering combats strays
Every year on August 15, 2026, animal lovers across the world mark International Homeless Animals Da…
Israeli Forces Storm West Bank Wedding Hall, Allegedly Assaulting Palestinian Attendees
Israeli forces reportedly stormed a wedding hall in al-Eizariya town in the occupied West Bank on Au…
EPRA review: What is kerosene used for and why is it the cheapest fuel in Kenya?
Kerosene remains the cheapest of Kenya’s three main regulated petroleum products following the lates…
How to book a Huduma Centre appointment online and skip the long queues
Getting services at Huduma Centres across Kenya does not have to mean spending hours in long queues.…