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Ngilu ignores Uhuru on MPs, other CSs vanish
Lands Cabinet Secretary Charity Ngilu today ignored a State House order stopping Cabinet Ministers not to honour summons to appear in Parliament to answer MPs’ questions. The National Assembly amended Standing Orders in August to create a General Oversight Committee comprising all members of the House under the Speaker where Cabinet Secretaries are supposed to appear and answers MPs’ questions. But the changes raised constitutional issues since CSs are only required to respond to parliamentary queries through the House Committees whose chairmen should later report to Parliament.
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count us out: Cabinet Secretaries Hassan Wario (Sports), Fred Matiang’i (ICT), Anne Waiguru of Devolution and Felix Koskei of Agriculture during a breakfast meeting with MPs at Parliament Buildings on October 1, 2014. Lands Cabinet Secretary Charity Ngilu defied a State House order and presented herself for questioning by MPs this morning.
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concluded,” Kinyua said in a letter to the Clerk of the National Assembly dated October 10. But Ngilu (inset) presented herself for questioning at the National Assembly. Ngilu appeared before the MPs alongside Cabinet colleagues Joseph Lenku (Interior) and Prof Jacob Kaimenyi (Education). House Majority Leader Aden Duale criticised the Executive for directing ministers to skip the session. “A decision made by this House cannot be rescinded through correspondences,” Duale said. He, however, pleaded with MPs not to rush into threatening impeachments
The Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution (CIC) faulted the move as did civil society groups which termed the move as unconstitutional. On Friday last week, State House Chief of Staff Joseph Kinyua ordered CSs to ignore the summons to appear pending talks on the legality of the Amendment. “Critical consultations are taking place at the highest levels of Government, including with the Honourable Speaker and Honourable Leader of the Majority. I have been directed to inform you that this matter will be held in temporary abeyance until the deliberations are
against ministers who failed to honour the summons. His remarks followed revelations that Lenku and Kaimenyi would not appear before the MPs. The two had arrived in Parliament and were to follow Ngilu’s session with MPs before “vanishing”, according to Muturi. Duale, who congratulated Ngilu for her decision to honour the MPs summons, said an “emergency” had occurred in Government after correspondences on the matter. He pledged to liaise with the Executive and give a brief on the matter in the House later in the afternoon.
Pet dog Bodhi graduates into fashion star A pet dog has risen from social media fame to being a fashion style star after the owner took photos of him and posted them on Facebook. Bodhi, a four-year-old Shiba Inu, has attracted more than 146, 000 followers on Instagram where he was featured wearing suits ties and glasses gaining a second name Menswear Dog. Bodhi’s owners are being paid by companies like ASOS, Coach, and Salvatore Ferragamo to use him as online model for men’s fashions. Dave Fung, 29, and Yena Kim, 27, said they were dressing him as a passtime event, but his photos drew positive feedback from Facebook. “We were bored one Saturday afternoon so we dressed Bodhi up in serious menswear. When we put the clothes on him he just lit up - he started posing for us and everything,” said Yena. She adds: “He looked amazing, like Fantastic Mr Fox, so we posted it on Facebook as a joke.” The Telegraph newspaper says fashion brands are sending Bodhi clothes to model for them. The couple are enjoying the business as they shop around for new outfits for more photographs. Shiba Inu is the smallest dog breed from Japan.
STYLE STAR: Bodhi, a four-year-old Shiba Inu, has more than 146,000 followers on Instagram where he is featured wearing suits ties and glasses.
Catholic clergy want change on homosexuals Senior clerics taking part in a review of Catholic teachings on the family have asked the church to adopt a more positive stance on homosexuality. A preliminary report by bishops during a Vatican Synod said homosexuals had “gifts and qualities to offer”. The report does not challenge the Church’s long-held opposition to same-sex marriages, but gay rights
groups hailed it as a breakthrough. Conservative groups rejected the report, with one labelling it a “betrayal”. More than 200 bishops have been taking part in the Synod since October 5. It was convened by Pope Francis to discuss abortion, contraception, homosexuality and divorce. Monday’s report, issued half-way through the two-week meeting,
said: “Homosexuals have gifts and qualities to offer to the Christian community. “Are we capable of welcoming these people, guaranteeing to them a fraternal space in our communities?” The document adds: “Without denying the moral problems connected to homosexual unions, it has to be noted that there are cases in which mutual aid to the
point of sacrifice constitutes a precious support in the life of the partners.” Human Rights Campaign, a leading US gay rights organisation, said the document set a “dramatic new tone”. The London-based Catholic gay rights groups Quest called parts of it a “breakthrough”. But Voice Of The Family, a conservative Roman Catholic
organisation, rejected the interim report as a “betrayal”. Co-founder John Smeaton called it “one of the worst official documents drafted in Church history”. Last year, a survey launched by Pope Francis suggested that a majority of Catholics rejected the church teachings on sex and contraceptives.
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Tenant who killed landlord arrested
Kenyans to increase spending on luxury items by 56 per cent Kenyans will soon increase their spending on clothes, shoes and accessories by up to 56 per cent, a Wall Street Journal review profiling Africans has revealed. As the number of middle-class Kenyans continues to rise, they will, in the coming years, spend more of their money on fashionable or designer clothes, cars, baby products and mobile devices. What surprised Wall Street Journal researchers is that Kenyans, among their African counterparts, will soon begin to spend less of their money on beer and other alcoholic beverages. Spending on beer alone is expected to fall by 6 per cent among local consumers in the coming
years. “Although the demands vary in these countries, one thing is for sure, Nigerians, Ghanaians and Kenyans go for quality brands,” says the report. “People think if you sell something in Africa it has to be cheap,” explains Alison Graham, a chief investment officer at New York based financial services group, Voltan Capital Management. The research shows that with a little extra spending money, consumers in developing markets will begin to buy international designer brands. But if money becomes tight again or if someone in the family loses a job, they will trade down to a local brand.
A tenant who killed his landlord over rent dispute in Kawangware has been arrested. Police say they arrested the tenant last night in the area, several hours after he had escaped from the scene of the murder. The suspect was reportedly furious over the landlord’s move to lock his house over unpaid rent, which he had failed to remit for two months. Police say he had used a metal steal to attack the landlord killing him on the spot before he escaped on Sunday night.
Government rubbishes vaccine rumours The Government has dismissed allegations by the Catholic Church that tetanus vaccine could cause sterility in women. Health Cabinet Secretary James Macharia says the Neonatal Tetanus vaccine which is to be administered to approximately 20 million women across the country is safe and only
seeks to prevent deaths associated with the disease. “It is a safe certified vaccine,” he said. Catholic priests have claimed that the drive could be a ploy by the Government to secretly administer family planning measures amongst the womenfolk.
As such, they have asked their followers to boycott the campaign that began on Monday. The church leaders also raised questions on the vaccine’s effects on women’s reproductive health. But Mr Macharia said the vaccine had been scientifically proven to be safe and does not impact the female
reproductive capacity. “The science behind vaccination should be the basis of making decisions, and I believe going with history we shall have big numbers – women and girls – coming forward whether or not they are Catholics. But we would also like to advice our brothers and sisters in the Catholic
faith to please listen to us as we outline the science behind this vaccination, it is very safe,” he said. Tetanus remains a big threat to babies in the country as statistics show that a new-born child dies every day of the infection. Health ministry records say 550 babies died of tetanus last year.
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Developers keep off Sh8b Karen property There was no activity at the controversial 134-acre piece of land in Karen, Nairobi, today as police officers awaited court orders barring work on the disputed plot. The High Court had on Monday directed Lang’ata police boss to ensure there is no activity on the land valued at about Sh8 billion. But developers instead kept away even as police awaited to be served with the orders. “We are yet to be served with the orders,” Lang’ata police chief Elijah Mwangi said earlier today. Tractors and earth movers that were Monday clearing the plot left on Monday evening after word went round that the court had issued the orders. “Parties in this suit are bound by court orders and since they have not been set aside, the OCPD of Lang’ata should ensure invaders are evicted and status quo as at the time the land was not occupied remains,” Justice Nyambura Gacheru ruled on Monday. The land is the subject of a court case filed by
QUIET AS A grAvE: The controversial piece of land in Karen was quiet for the better part of the morning as police said they were ‘awaiting further orders’. (INSET) Former NSSF Managing Trustee Jos Konzolo has been accused of trying to grab the 157-acre piece of land by businessman Dimitri Da gama rose.
businessman Dimitri Da Gama Rose who has accused former NSSF Managing Trustee Jos Konzolo of attempting to grab it through his company Telesource.
Da Gama Rose through lawyer Cecil Miller sought the orders of enforcement following activity on the land over the weekend. “My client is concerned
over the invasion of the land and would like the court to intervene to ensure that orders issued last month are complied with,” he told the court.
Varsities’ regulator to audit courses The Commission for University Education plans to audit all public and private universities to ascertain the validity of the courses on offer. The commission has warned institutions offering bogus degrees that they will soon be closed down. Commission Chief Executive Prof David Some says the exercise will identify and de-register institutions offering cheap courses. “We have not yet identified those to deal with. We urge the public to visit our website, where all accredited institutions have been listed and report the ones not indicated there,” Prof Some said. The commission has said several institutions have been taken to court by citizens as some of the programmes have been cancelled through legal processes. CUE also plans to review the criteria for university admission and has lobbied for more funds from the Government to enhance research, improve learning facilities and facilitate hiring of more lecturers to maintain high quality education.
KU launches leadership Prof Mazrui to be buried in Mombasa on Saturday Renowned scholar Prof Ali that he can be brought back former prime minister Raila Mazrui (pictured) who died as soon as possible,” Mazrui training for fourth years on Sunday night in US will Odinga and Chief Justice said. Kenyatta University has launched a leadership training programme for all fourth year students to prepare them for management roles on graduation. A certificate course called Growing Leaders Programme in leadership development and mentorship will be offered at no extra cost. Speaking Monday during the launch of the programme
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be buried on Saturday at his at the main campus, Vice family’s graveyard in Fort Chancellor Olive Mugenda Jesus, Mombasa. said the programme will lead Family spokesman Hammad to better career graduates Kassim Mazrui said plans are ready to work in diverse under way to have the body sectors with ease. flown from US to Kenya for “At the core of the programme burial in accordance with we offer soft skills in teamwork Islamic rites. and collaboration, adaptability, “Prof Mazrui has said ability to focus on tasks he wants to be buried in and the potential to work Mombasa. Communications independently,” Prof Mugenda are underway to ensure he is said. brought back here in a timely
manner. But as you know, America is far and today is a public holiday there so the arrangements will start on tomorrow (Wednesday) so
He termed the scholar’s death as a blow not only to the family but the entire world. “He was a person who was well read in various fields and this is a big blow not only to us Kenyans but to the world as a whole since he was many times required to give speeches in various forums and this will be missed by everyone,” he said. President Uhuru Kenyatta, his predecessor Mwai Kibaki,
Willy Mutunga were among the many leaders who sent condolences to family members. “He was one of Kenya’s greatest scholars,” President Kenyatta said. “He has undoubtedly set the bar for upcoming academics and political thinkers not only in Kenya but also in Africa and the rest of the world,” retired President Mwai Kibaki said.
Should Cabinet Ministers be forced to answer MPs’ queries in Parliament? Martin Serem, 36
Benjamin Onyango, 36
It is not the best thing in my opinion. I think this is a move meant to intimidate them. They should set up a tribunal where they can make the CSs answerable.
Martin Situma, 34
This is just a show of who has the power. I am sure there are guidelines on how things should be done. This is just power struggle.
Follow the constitution. Not following the constitution is the reason we are constantly in trouble. If the constitution is followed to the letter, things will be smooth.
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There is confusion. Parliament thinks they are right, Executive thinks Parliament is wrong, CIC also holds the same view. If something has an odds of 3-1, that tells you something.
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LET THERE BE LIGHT: Electricians work to fix a damaged street light after it went out at night. The Government has released Sh381.2 million to rehabilitate Nairobi’s street lights.
Govt releases Sh381m to repair City street lights
Nairobi is set to become a 24-hour economy after the government released Sh381.2 million to rehabilitate Nairobi’s street lights. Kenya Power Managing Director Ben Chumo said to achieve a 24-hour economy, there is need to provide adequate public lighting to industrial and residential areas, commercial centers, roads, railway and public transport
facilities. “We are mapping out areas where there are streetlights on Kenya Power infrastructure in conjunction with the county government officials for the initial rehabilitation as work continues to identify other street lighting that requires attention,” said Chumo. He said business transactions and
productive activities are restricted to daytime operations due to perceptions and experiences of insecurity associated with poor night-time visibility. Chumo said the funds are part of Sh953 million allocated by the National Treasury to repair lights on Kenya Power infrastructure. “Only 30 per cent of the city is lit, out of which 40 per cent of
the lights are in operation,” said Chumo. Key areas set to benefit from the upgrade include Baba Dogo, Kariobangi Light Industries, and Industrial Area. SMEs and Jua Kali: Kamukunji; Gikomba. Business Centres: Central Business District, Buru Buru, Westlands, Eastleigh, Kahawa West and Embakasi.
In today’s fast-paced world of digital technology, it has become increasingly inconvenient for investors, individuals and heads of organisations to physically meet. As phone calls, e-mails and video calls become more preferable to meetings, Docusign has developed a way of having contracts signed without requiring paper work. The deals can be signed online. DocuSign is a free-to-try online tool made by a company with the same name. It provides users with electronic signature technology and services for the electronic exchange of contracts and signed paperwork. DocuSign is free-to-use for the first 14 days but will cost between Sh900 and Sh2,700 a month once the trial period expires. The tool comes as Kenya promotes the use of digital signatures to allow for people to access online services. These including those offered by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Last year, Francis Mwaura, a senior assistant director at the Directorate of E-government said those applying for KRA online services will have to apply for digital signatures before they are allowed to transact. The documents include tax returns and PIN certificates. A statement from the US-based firm says Docusgn is “the global standard for electronic signature and the eSignature transaction management leader”
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Sh89m funding up for grabs for Aids study organisations
The Collaborative Initiative for Paediatric HIV Education and Research (Cipher) has invited NGOs, research groups, medical teams and other organisations to apply for $1 million (Sh89 million) funding. Deadline for applications is October 31, 2014. Dubbed the Grant Programme 2015, the initiative is a collaboration with the International Aids Society grant programme. Applications will be accepted in form of letters of intent (LOIs) for research projects that address priority research gaps in paediatric HIV between October 1 - 31, 2014. Researchers from low-and middle-income countries, including Kenya, are encouraged to submit applications, Gamala Luitel, a spokesperson for the group says. Potential applicants should visit the international Aids Society website “iasociety.org” for details. The grant offers early-stage researchers up to $75,000 (Sh6.7 million) each for up to two years of research. Applicants must be partnered with a principal investigator (PI), who is an individual who obtained a final research degree (PhD or MD) and has research training for less than 10 years. The project must demonstrate potential to contribute to the improvement of HIV diagnosis, prevention and treatment. Other areas of interest include care for infants, children and adolescents affected by HIV in resource-limited settings by responding to identified research gaps.
latest entry: Construction is underway for the new Rosslyn Riviera shopping complex. The facility will accommodate a number of retailers, including a supermarket and designer clothing stores.
Upmarket Runda to accommodate new Rosslyn Riviera shopping mall Construction for a new shopping mall in Nairobi’s Runda suburb is underway, Peter Gethi, the businessman behind the project, has said. Dubbed the Rosslyn Riviera mall, the complex will be home to a number of retailers. These include a Chandarana Supermarket outlet and
designer clothing stores. The mall will join a host of other outlets that are coming up in Runda. The projects are scheduled for completion in a few months or coming years. They include a shopping mall to be constructed by investment Group, Centum, and another known as the
Two Rivers project. “Rosslyn Riviera will be a neighbourhood mall set in an environment of peaceful greenery in the up-market suburb of Rosslyn,” a statement by real estate dealer, Knight Frank, reveals. The mall will be spread over 157,380 square feet
of space. It will offer visitors a “selected blend of shopping, dining, health, wellness and entertainment establishments.” Gethis said the mall will tap into the consumer spending which is at an all-time high. The mall is set for completion in early 2016.
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Cooking gas prices on a fast rise TUESday, OCTOber 14, 2014
The price of cooking gas, sometimes known as Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG), has risen by almost Sh500 over the past two years, numbers from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) have shown. As the country’s cost of living continues to rise, Kenyans are
exportopp Export market for beans a welcome relief for farmers
Bio Innovate, an agriculturefocused organisation, recently introduced four bean varieties into the country that have the potential to help local farmers boost their yields while increasing their income by selling the crop to export markets. Common bean varieties feed 200 million families and support he jobs of millions of farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa. Professor Paul Kimani, a plant breeder from the University of Nairobi department of plant science and crop protection, says the new seeds, which are commonly referred to by their ‘KCB’ code names, are already doing well in Ethiopia and could do the same for Kenyan farmers. “80 percent of fresh export vegetables are grown by smallholders , who sell them to exporters through contracts or brokers,” said Lydia Neema Kimenye, a researcher with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Prof Kimani says the beans, which are sold in canned form, are popular in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Brazil. “They have a high yield potential compared to other varieties and most important are drought tolerant and resistant to several diseases,” he adds. Dr Seyoum Leta, BioInnovate’s Programme manager says that the canning industry in Kenya has the capacity to produce over 400 tonnes of canned beans every year but currently only handles 150 She adds that if Kenyan farmers were to produce the industrially preferred beans suitable for canning, they would stand to make a fortune because Sub-Saharan African countries make at least Sh40 billion a year exporting the crop.
currently paying close to 20 per cent more for cooking gas than they did in 2012. Consumers are now expected to pay an average of about Sh3,100 for a 13-kilogramme cylinder of cooking, up from roughly Sh2,600 in 2012. This represents a jump of almost Sh500. The price of the gas jumped by
about Sh67 since July 2014 when it was selling at Sh3,043. Agents from fuel provider, Total told X News that cooking gas is gaining popularity among the country’s middle class as other sources of cooking fuel like charcoal and kerosene are the reserve of lower income groups.
This comes at a time when the Health Ministry has issued a warning concerning the health risks of Kerosene, which is used by millions of people across the country. Earlier this year, Health Cabinet Secretary, James Macharia issued a warning that as many as 1.5 million
Kenyans who use kerosene daily are exposing themselves to lung-related illnesses. The price has been rising since the beginning of the year due to new taxes and the high cost of transporting the fuel, experts from the Petroleum Institute of East Africa say.
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Is there anything ‘shanky’ about this artiste?
Hot gossip Socialite Vanessa Chettle claims she plays for both teams Socialite Vanessa Chettle is bisexual. According to a video in a local gossip online channel, Vanessa admitted to liking both sexes and even revealed that she has been dating her girlfriend for a year. She also lent her voice to the homosexual debate and asked Kenyans to be open minded. Like really?
He was a hit ten years ago with the only song that still tickles’bambika’. He claims he is back and that he will make fans shake again. XAccess finds out where he may be hiding his tricks.
It is celeb baby boom yet again Kiss FMs’s DJ Hypnotic and his girlfriend Renee are expectant. The Kiss TV DJ broke the news on Instagram by posting photos of the baby shower. The baby shower was attended by the who is who in the DJ fraternity together with their close friends and family. Sources say the baby could arrive any day now.
XAccess: Shanky, we remember you for just one hit song, why do you think you will be any different this time? Shanky:It is unfortunate that some songs are bigger than others. Not that I do not appreciate the massive airplay, but I am back now and I intend to drop an even hotter song. XAccess: Ten years later? Shanky:No, it has not been ten years, I have been around doing other songs, working on projects, I even had a peace project with former Premier’s wife. XAccess: Tell us about this new video and song Shanky: The song leo ni leo is a product of Tracklab but the video is produced by Ogopa Deejays. This is part of my 15 track album set to drop next month. I have tried to give my fans what they love, including a collabo with a ragga artiste. XAccess:What is the album called? Shanky: Kenya Gold. I believe in Kenya, its people, and its beauty, its prosperity…I want to share that and show case it in this album. XAccess: Ok, have you gone gospel or just changed genres? Shanky:I have incorporated messages that can bring us together rather than divide us. But I believe fans will dance to the tunes as well as remember the lyrics. My upcoming album will be sick. I am going international this time!
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Shaffie struggling to wake up Yes we all know him for his famous ‘raverends’ but how exactly is Shaffie Weru coping with waking up at 4 am daily? The radio host was heard complaining to his friends about the weird waking up hours ‘especially Mondays’. He was later spotted at Kasuku Centre Kileleshwa Monday afternoon, balancing groceries on one hand and his new baby, clad in cute pink on the other.
Move over Heidi Klum, Marllen has insured her legs! X has exclusively learnt that a Mozambique artist Marllen had her legs insured in 2009. The songstress known for her song Ximate told X Access: ‘’I am a performer and I can have an accident on stage. I did it because people always talk about how beautiful my legs are.’’Marllen wa part of the artistes who had graced the Coke Studio season 2 shoots, currently airing on a local station.
East Africa up for eviction
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Five of the eight housemates tossed on Big Brother Hotshots chopping block are from East Africa. After clinching the head of house medallion, Samantha had the power to swap one of the nominated housemates with another person but she instead added Ellah to the group. Kenya’s Sabina, Rwanda’s Frankie, Uganda’s Esther and Ellah, Tanzania’s Laveda, Nigeria’s Tayo, Lilian
and Zimbabwe’s JJ fate now lies in the hands of Africa. Tayo however is not shaken at all after receiving the best news that he is a proud daddy to a baby boy. Not even nomination news could dampen the new father’s elated spirits. Meanwhile the groups are practicing for their Friday task with dance moves and shakes taking centre stage? Who will leave BBA Hotshots on Sunday?
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The white ancestral stone of Kathiga Gaceru Mbeere people believe Kathiga, a big white rock, is a special stone for their ancestors’ spirits who reside at Kathigagaceru forest! Sammy Kaunga, a cultural researcher, says the stone was and still is highly revered. Mbeere warriors could rest by it to catch a breath and a sip of water before returning to the battle field. The stone has remained white with pearly sparkles to date. The community believes the ancestral spirits have kept the stone spotless. It is believed that the wrath of ancestor could befall anyone who tampers with the stone. And it came to pass. Indeed, after the region embraced Christianity; tragedy struck. It is believed the ancestors were unhappy with the interruption of the ecosystem after a church and a school were built beside Kathiga! Strong winds blew away the roof top of a school constructed near the ‘holy’ stone-- twice. Classes were repaired, but stronger wind struck again, ripping off not only the roof but demolishing the walls too. Although classes resumed and stronger prayers emphasized, people still talk in whispers near Kathiga…and yes, the white stone is still there.
artshock Paul Smith was born with acute cerebral palsy. He could not dress, feed or bathe himself let alone hold a pen or a brush. But Paul became known world over for his amazing typewriter art. By hitting 10 symbol keys on his typewriter he was able to create awe inspiring art. He developed a keen interest in typewriter art when he was 11 years
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TEDDY EXPLAINS: All that is required is to open or close a lid which is situated on the body of the animal and voila you have an open top grill.
Animal shaped jikos If you are a true Nairobian, chances are that goat-eating, popularly known as Nyama choma, is your perfect weekend getaway plan. There is something mystical that attracts Nairobians in their numbers to various meat joints to experience that lingering taste of a hot juicy goat rib and cold drink on any given weekend. It is this Nyama choma craze, coupled with love for the environment, that led Teddy Kinyanjui, Sustainability Director at Cookswell Jikos, to start making animal shaped barbeque ovens early this year. Kinyanjui observed that local meat roasting joints lose about 50 per cent of their energy hence sought a way of reducing this loss while at the same time
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old using a typewriter his neighbour did not need anymore. His art became an outlet for expressing himself seeing as he could not talk. Depending on the picture, it would take Paul two weeks or three months to complete. Paul passed away in 2007 at the age of 86 but his art still lives on in the hallways of Rose Haven nursing home in Oregon US.
engaging his inner creativity. “I saw a fun way to expand on the Kenya national pastime of nyama choma and also help people cut down on energy costs,” said Kinyanjui. The grills are not only energy efficient but can also be transformed into statement décor pieces when not in use. All that is required is to open or close a lid on the body of the animal and voila, you have your barbeque ovens or house decoration. Another cool feature about the jikos is their portable nature, which makes them ideal for camping trips. Although the barbeque grills are made of high grade steel they will blend in with nature enhancing the ambience and give you a memorable roasting experience in the
woods. “I personally pack my jiko when I am travelling for long distances, throw in a leg of lamb and by the time I reach my destination, I have ready food,” said Kinyanjui. For as little as Sh6,000 you can get yourself a hot (pun intended) animal barbeque grill. “Pricing is based on size and the complexity of the design. A chicken shaped jiko would go for Sh 6,000 while an elephant would cost Sh160,000,” he said. If you want to be the envy of your friends this Christmas while saving some extra shillings and at the same time helping conserve the environment, the animal shaped jikos will surely be your ticket to stardom.
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Leave the past alone if you want to be happy Some people do not know how to react to an account of a “colourful” past
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Cliché as it sounds, ‘what you do not know does not hurt’ is somehow helpful when it comes to a partner’s past. The past cannot be altered so there is no point in probing the issue when your partner is reluctant to share. We are not talking about a sexual past, that you have a right to, but only for health reasons. But you really do not want every elaborate details about the fifteen girls he has been with now, do you? Giving details about your past to your partner is an act of trust. Especially if it is a non-ceremonial past. But before spilling it out, be certain your partner can handle
the history package. Assess the level of your relationship and see if it can stand your revelation. Some people lie about their past because they are not really convinced about the stability of their relationship. There are people who do not know how to react to an account of a “colourful” past. They will be enraged, feel jealous, disgusted or entirely change the perception they hold of you. ‘Men are hypocrites with double standards because they sleep around with women but expect their current partners to be holy virgins,” say Sheila Orito. Her ex-boyfriend
ditched her because he could not stand the fact that she had been with more than five guys before him. Everyone has a flawed part of their life. Giving prominence to someone’s past and using it to judge their current life is unwarranted. When you truly love a person, their past does not matter as long as they have changed. Whatever mess they were entangled with in the past should not count. If it is hard to stand your partner because of their past, then walk away peacefully and find someone who matches your perfect expectations. You will be lucky to get one!
The C word is all the craze but be careful the e pill is not your friend Dear Dr. X , My friends and I were wondering how many times one can use emergency contraceptive pills in a year. We are in high school and have no clear understanding of how the pills work. Do they have any side effects? If so, what should one do to ensure they do not need them at any time? Sincerely, Nancy. Dear Nancy, I want to believe that you are not having
unprotected sex.But since you have not indicated how old you are I will assume that you are of age. Emergency contraceptive pills also called ‘morning after pills’ are not meant to replace regular contraceptives. As the name suggests, they should only be ingested during emergencies when the normal form of contraception has failed. For example a broken condom or forgetting to take your regular pill.You should never over rely on the e pill as a way to protect against pregnancy. Further, taking the e
must visit a credible doctor for another pill does not protect you from STD and HIV. dosage. Long-term use of emergency In short, it is taken immediately after contraception distorts your normal having unprotected sex. This treatment menstrual cycle should be administered within the first 72 However, the safest method for you all is total abstinence. You are still too young or 120 hours after sex depending on the pill. E-pills do not promise total efficacy to start engaging in sexual activities. It is for everyone. good that you are interested in knowing how contraceptives work. After taking the pill(s), you might experience dizzy spells, headaches, However, if you are already sexually abdominal pains, breast tenderness, active, get advice from your doctor on the best regular contraceptive methods. headaches or vomiting. If you vomit soon after taking the drug then you Send your agonising querries to news@x-news.co.ke
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When Afro meets chic, magic happens Lulu house models showcasing their Afro-chic urban designs by Hanelle Karari. The designs channel the casual side of the ever growing trend that is Afro-chic. The combination of the fabrics used especially the lesso and chiffon, makes the end result classy and ageless. Try these out when you want to hum to the African heritage anthem while still remain boholicious. Anananki designs have perfected the rather boring art of black and white, but wait, they have made it elegant. The crop tops and the fitting suit takes the crown.
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Gone Girl
Rating: R Genre: Mystery & Suspense, Drama Time: 2 hr. 25 min. Cast: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike, Neil Patrick Harris You will not know what hit you. The movie is packed with suspense, drama and
tension that you will not forget in a hurry. With its twists and turns, this is definitely worth a watch. A man’s wife disappears on the morning of their fifth anniversary and he becomes the focus of attention when people suspect he might have killed her.
The Equalizer Rating: R Genre: Mystery & Suspense Time: 2 hr. 11 min. Cast: Denzel Washington, Chloe Grace Moretz, Bill Pullman Denzel Washington never disappoints. He knows how to serve the revenge perfectly chilled. A former special operative believes he has a shot at a new life when he fakes his own death and moves states. But when he meets a young girl who is mixed up with a violent Russian mafia he makes it his life mission to rescue her.
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A warm and loving communication could come to you today from someone close. This could be an email, call, or even a gift of some kind. This could make your day, Capricorn, and you will probably pass whatever good feelings you draw from it to other friends and family members.
aquarius Jan 20 - Feb
cancer Jun 22 - Jul 22
A book or movie about a foreign country could capture your imagination and make that country seem especially appealing, Cancer. You might toy with the idea of taking a trip there soon. If you’re serious, it might be a good idea to start making your plans.
leo Jul 23 - Aug 22
A very welcome sum of extra money could come your way today, Aquarius, possibly out of the blue. You might want to put this money to work for you in some way, perhaps investing it or purchasing supplies or materials for personal projects.
This might be a surprise, but you will be glad to get it. You may want to blow some of it by taking a friend out to lunch or buying someone a gift. Some beautiful dreams could haunt your sleep tonight, perhaps to the point where you feel frustrated when you wake up. Write them down.
pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20
virgo Aug 23 -Sep 22
Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19
libra Sep 23 - Oct 22
Today you may feel especially warm and loving toward just about everybody in your circle, Pisces, even those you usually find irritating. You could also be looking especially attractive and feeling more confident than usual. You might even feel like shopping for new clothes.
Someone you care about but haven’t seen for a long time could suddenly contact you. You’d usually love this, Aries, but today you could be too caught up in projects of your own to want to put them aside. But you will have a lot of fun with this person, and you might even interest him or her in your project.
taurus Apr 20 - May 20
A goal that you’ve been working on could finally be reached, Taurus. A group of friends you might not have seen for a long time could schedule a get-together that you will be all too glad to attend. Expect to have a lot of fun exchanging news and ideas with these people. You will probably feel particularly happy to see them.
gemini May 21 - Jun 21
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Today you could meet some interesting new people, Gemini. Among them is at least one person who shares a lot of your interests and could become a close friend. The joy you receive from meeting these people is likely to spill over into the rest of your day.
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Today you should feel especially warm and loving toward everyone close to you, Virgo, particularly a love partner. You may want to spend some time with friends or family or schedule a romantic evening with your significant other - or both. If you have paperwork to take care of, this is the day to do it.
You should be looking especially attractive today and glowing with robust health, Libra. You’re apt to feel warm and loving, particularly toward small animals. If you’ve considered adopting a pet, this is a good day to do it. Business, work, and money matters continue to go well.
scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21
Today you should be feeling especially warm and loving toward close friends and children, Scorpio. You could also especially appreciate the arts. You might attend a play or concert or decide to try your hand at one of the fine arts yourself. In the evening, go out and enjoy your friends’ company.
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Today you might decide to buy a plant for every room in your house or plant a garden, Sagittarius. If the weather is good, you might visit a nursery or botanical garden. You may not normally be attracted to plants and gardens, but today both beauty and nature seem especially appealing.
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Detective Michael Bennett and family can finally come home to New York City after the coldhearted crime lord who wanted the detective’s head is put behind bars. The gangster had threatened the welfare of his family, forcing them to move out to a different location. On return, Bennett takes over the running of an Outreach Squad in Harlem. One day he receives a mysterious call from a man claims to have seen well-dressed men holding a strange party at an uninhabitable building. Bennett dismisses the call. However, when the burnt up remains of a person are found in the same building he was tipped of, he takes the caller seriously.
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Rogue police officers must be charged Charging rogue police officers is an indirect way of implementing police reforms (Police officers charged with teen girl’s murder, October 13, 2014). Many extrajudicial killings and other inhumane acts go
unnoticed when the media or human rights activists fail to highlight them. Culpable officers are therefore allowed to get away with it. Police commanders are aware of the crimes but do not
investigate or prosecute the culprits. The war on crime and terror can only be won if citizens trust security agents. Police should not be seen as perpetrators of the crimes.
The public must see the officers as friends, not foes. Divulging information will be easy because one will not fear incrimination or repercussions. I commend the Director of Public Prosecutions for taking up the
matter of Kwekwe Mwandaza. Punishing incompetent officers will deter security agents from applying too much force on citizens when it is not justified as was the case with the innocent girl.
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Essien not infected with Ebola virus, says AC Milan AC Milan have “denied” that Ghanaian midfielder Michael Essien has contracted Ebola while on national team duty. Reports in Ghana over the weekend claimed Essien was being treated for the deadly virus. But the player’s Serie A club released a statement which said: “AC Milan categorically denies the alleged reports from abroad about its players. “Such reports are totally without foundation and what is more were never confirmed by any employee of the club.” The Daily Times Nigeria and Newswire NGR cited an AC Milan official in the report which claimed Essien had contracted Ebola. While the club claimed no employee spoke to either news outlet, the player was quick to allay fears with a statement on Twitter. The statement
was accompanied by a photo on Instagram showing him in a ‘thumbs-up’ pose. “I’m fit and very healthy… no truth in the internet rumours that I have contracted Ebola. I’m well and will be training as usual tomorrow,” said Essien. “The Ebola virus is a very serious issue and people shouldn’t joke about it. Whoever wrote this article is very unprofessional and insensitive...!!!” While Essien’s followers encouraged him to launch a legal process against the news outlets, the player posted another message on Monday morning. “The true victims of Ebola deserve better and our thoughts and prayers are with them and their families.”
healthy as ever? AC Milan have dismissed newspaper claims that their Ghanaian midfielder Michael Essien contracted Ebola while on national team duty for Ghana Black Stars.
I’m going nowhere, Kiplagat tells rivals Infighting in Athletics Kenya (AK) has intensified as embattled president Isaiah Kiplagat called on rivals to try a different approach to topple him. The remarks follow Saturday’s meeting by AK delegates who asked him to convene a Special General Meeting by October 31.The affiliates, who
met under the chairmanship of Southern Branch Paul Mutwii, accused Kiplagat of high handedness in the management of AK funds. They claimed the official has been appointing 2017 IAAF Youth Championships bid committee members without involving AK executive committee.
“We have given him two weeks to which dire consequences will follow, delegates elected him and they have the mandate to send him packing,” said Mutwii. But Kiplagat claimed the calls are signs of the last kicks of a dying donkey as members who want to oust him have no place in athletics.
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Courtois defends Chelsea medics
I WAS TREATED WELL: Chelsea Thibaut Courtois (in yellow kit) says he is okay with how the club handled the head injury he suffered against Arsenal.
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois insists he has no complaints about the club’s handling of the head injury he suffered against Arsenal. Courtois was left dizzy and bleeding from one ear after sustaining the blow in a collision with Arsenal winger Alexis Sanchez during Chelsea’s 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge last weekend. The Belgium international was initially cleared to continue by Chelsea doctor Eva Carneiro, but was eventually replaced by Petr Cech more than 13 minutes later after his symptoms worsened. Headway, a prominent charity that supports those suffering from brain injuries, questioned Chelsea’s handling of the situation and whether the Premier League’s new regulations, which dictate players must be substituted if a concussion is suspected, were
adhered to. But the 22-year-old, who played 90 minutes for Belgium in their 6-0 European qualifier win over Andorra on Friday, praised the work of his club’s medical staff. “The doctor of Chelsea did well, I think,” Courtois on Sunday told Sky Sports. “She asked me the questions she needed to ask and I could repeat immediately so I was feeling well and didn’t have to come off,” “I didn’t feel I was knocked out but I was hit. I didn’t have a headache or anything, but after a few minutes I felt worse and worse,” “Then I started to feel a little dizzy and I couldn’t see the ball anymore and there was a little blood coming from my ear. Because I saw trouble, I went off,” “I know you have to be careful, but I was not really knocked out,” he added.
We will not play Sony this season, AFC declare AFC Leopards’ National Executive Committee (NEC) has described the decision by the Independent Disciplinary and Appeals Committee (IDAC) ordering them to play Sony Sugar FC at Awendo on Thursday as stupid. They also confirmed that they will not honour the match. Led by club chairman Allan Kasavuli, SecretaryGeneral George Aladwa and Organizing Secretary Timothy Lilumbi, the leaders said the club must be respected and treated as part of the core that makes the league and not outsiders who are seeking sympathy. “It is very disheartening that our appeal was thrown out, yet we had only followed orders from the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) to
play the game in Nakuru. We will not play another match with Sony this season,” said Kasavuli. “Why give us the three points then turn round and order a replay? We are ready to forfeit the three points because we see no justice in the ruling,” he added. Leopards’ match against Sony had earlier been scheduled for August 6 in Awendo, but KPL moved the match to Afraha Stadium in Nakuru due to security concerns. Hosts Sony, however, declined to travel to Nakuru, and Leopards were consequently awarded three points and two goals for the botched match. Sony then appealed to the KPL Independent Disciplinary and Complaints
Committee (IDCC), who nullified the three points and ordered the match to be played. Lilumbi said he has been noticing sinister moves by KPL and IDCC by extension which he says will be challenged by all cost. “As a club we have tried to seek justice by all the right channels, if that fails we will seek it at night,” he said without mincing words. Aladwa lamented that the KPL has been treating the club badly yet made decisions that favoured ‘other teams.’ “My understanding is some people don’t want us to play in the top flight league. AFC has been to relegation and back what else do they want from us?” Aladwa asked.
NOT ON MY WATCH Sony Sugar’s Charles Odete goes for the ball under pressure from AFC’s Mike Khamati. AFC’s bosses say being forced to play at Awendo is stupid and that they willll not honour the fixture.
Race far from over Hamilton Lewis Hamilton says he does not feel in control of the World Championship fight despite moving into his biggest lead so far this season. Hamilton moved 17 points clear of Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg with his ninth win of the season on Sunday. “It is very positive to have the points and be finishing ahead of Nico but history’s shown this year that the gap can never be enough,” Hamilton said.
“The most important thing is what the gap is at the end of the year,” he added. Hamilton’s caution is rooted in his experiences so far this season, in which he has three times had to make up a deficit of points as a result of reliability problems. Hamilton’s nine wins this season compares to Rosberg’s four, but the Englishman remains less than a win’s worth of points (25) ahead.
There are a maximum of 100 points available in the remaining three races in the USA, Brazil and Abu Dhabi because double points will be awarded at the final event of the season. Following Sunday’s Russian Grand Prix, Hamilton, 29, said: “Nothing changes. I have to keep fighting and pushing as hard as I have been until now. If I can bring any more, then I will.”
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Miami clash livens up LeBron James TUESday, october 14, 2014
IN RIVAL CAMP: LeBron James’ Cleveland Cavaliers edged his former Miami Heat team in an NBA pre-season showdown on Saturday.
LeBron James says it was great coming face to face with his former side Miami Heat a pre-season game in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday. The player who moved to Cleveland Cavaliers helped his side emerge 122-119 winners on the night James scored seven points and picking up eight assists in 20 minutes at the HSBC Arena. It was the first time James played against the Heat since returning to Ohio after leading his former teammates to two NBA titles in four years. “For me it was a special moment to be back there competing against my old teammates,” James said. “I didn’t get that awkward feeling, but a lot of memories came back about the things that we accomplished.”
James barely talked to his teammates before and during the game, though, doing his usual game routine. Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was glad the first meeting was finally out of the way. “If you have to do something like this, I think it really benefits both teams to get the awkwardness out of the way in the preseason,’ Spoelstra said. “There was certainly a level of strangeness to it.” He said he didn’t think it really affected the way the teams approached their preparations, though. “I think both teams also used this week just to concentrate on themselves,” Spoelstra said. “We have quite a bit of work to do to get our defense and our continuity offensively together. This was just another step, so in terms of game plan I don’t think either team spent a lot of time on that.”
Carrick nears return from ligament injury Manchester United will look to arrange a behind-closeddoors friendly for Michael Carrick this week as he steps up recovery from injury. The 33-year-old has been out since July with damaged ankle ligaments. Carrick has been working with United’s physios in the hope of making the squad to face West Bromwich Albion on Monday. His rehabilitation group also includes centre back Phil Jones,
and has occasionally joined the first team for weights and exercise training. Carrick is seen as a key figure by Louis van Gaal and was under serious consideration to become captain prior to the injury. The 6ft 2in midfielder signed a one-year contract last season with the option of another and is keen to end his career at Old Trafford. Van Gaal believes his style of
Balotelli is rotten, says Milan owner Mario Balotelli (pictured) isn’t missed by AC Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi. The controversial striker departed the San Siro for Liverpool this summer in a Sh2.34billion deal and has so far failed to find his shooting boots at Anfield. And Rossoneri head honcho Berlusconi believes his side are better off without the new Kop star - who he brands a ‘rotten apple’. Milan are sitting in fifth place in Serie A after a dreadful campaign last season which saw the former giants languishing in eighth.
However, Berlusconi believes his side can get back to the winning ways that saw them as one of the continent’s premier clubs targeting a home Champions League final in 2016. “Our goal is to return to Europe. We want to build a winning side,” said Berlusconi. “I think there are cycles in football, with years of success, then breaks, then back to winning. But the fans should rest assured - the team is already competitive and we’ll soon be leaders in Europe again. “The 2016 Champions League final is in Milan. Why shouldn’t we dream of being there?”
play means he can operate as the holding midfielder or centre half where his passing ability will help United build from the back. Jones will also step up his recovery from a hamstring injury this week. The 22-yearold defender, who picked up a knock playing for England in Switzerland, hopes to be fit to face Albion. Chris Smalling and Jonny Evans are still considered a few weeks away from fitness.
power girl: Even after she was sidelined with a knee injury, Serena Williams is still 2,000 points clear of nearest rival in latest WTA tour rankings.
Serena still top of WTA tour rankings
Serena Williams continues to dominate WTA rankings even after she was side-lined with a knee injury. The 33-year-old American was forced to abandon her defence of the China Open earlier this month by injury. Although second-ranking Maria Sharapova went on to win the tournament, Serena is nearly 2,000 points clear of the Russian in rankings. Injury has also blighted Canada’s Eugenie Bourchard as she was forced to pull out of a second round tie in Linz last week. That meant she dropped down one spot in the rankings from sixth to seventh with Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland moving ahead of her. Venus, with speculation that one of the greatest talents of the past
20 years might be nearing the end of her career, is ranked 20th from 26th in previous rankings. The elder Williams says illness worries are behind her, her world ranking is at a respectable level and she still loves playing tennis. WTA world rankings:
1. Serena Williams (USA) 8,645 2. Maria Sharapova (RUS) 6,680 3. Simona Halep (ROM) 6,246 4. Petra Kvitova (CZE) 6,126 5. Li Na (CHN) 5,020 6. Agnieszka Radwanska (POL) 4,650 (+1) 7. Eugénie Bouchard (CAN) 4,523 (-1) 8. Ana Ivanovic (SRB) 4,435 9. Caroline Wozniacki (DEN) 4,215
10. Angelique Kerber (GER) 3,745
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Harambee Stars trashed Netherlands beaten again
Netherlands suffered their second defeat in three Euro 2016 qualifiers, going down 2-0 to Iceland on Monday night. Two goals from Swansea midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson kept Iceland top of Group A, six points above the Dutch, who came third at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. In Wales’ Group B, BosniaHercegovina and Belgium drew 1-1, while Omer Damari scored a hat-trick as Israel beat Andorra 4-1. Southampton’s Graziano Pelle scored the only goal as Italy defeated Malta 1-0. Elsewhere, the most emphatic win was Croatia’s 6-0 demolition of Azerbaijan in Group H, with Ivan Perisic netting twice and exTottenham midfielder Luka Modric also on the scoresheet. In the same group, Norway beat Bulgaria 2-1, with Martin Odegaard making his competitive international debut to become the youngest player to appear in a European Championship qualifier match, at 15 years and 300 days. Meanwhile in Group A, Czech Republic beat Kazakhstan 4-2 while Latvia and Turkey played to a 1-all draw.
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HUMBLED: Harambee Stars players during a recent training session. The Kenyan national team suffered a humiliating 3-0 beating at the hands of Morocco on Monday evening.
13 minutes of madness saw Kenya concede three goals against hosts Morocco in an international friendly match played on Monday night. El Mehdi Karnass, Mbark Boussoufa and Mouhcine Iajour were the scorers for the hosts who will be staging the 2015 Africa Cup of nations early next year. Harambee stars, typically synonymous with them, switched off with just quarter an hour to the final whistle and allowed their opposition to score three times in a match they could have easily held up for a draw. Williamson who suffered a second successive defeat since taking over the hot seat of Coaching Kenya from Adel Amrouche, who was shown the door said it was sad witnessing
the Stars failing to hold on having done so well early on in the match. “It’s not normal that we can contain our opponents up to the last quarter then let in three lazy goals,” lamented Williamson, “I thought we relaxed before the end of the game and in football you can’t do that,” “We need to sort out these things early enough, a match lasts 90 minutes, until then you got to give your all,” he added. The soft penalty conceded and another goal from a counter attack were the big let-down as coach said such shouldn’t be allowed to happen at the national team level. “I couldn’t say there weren’t positives from the match, but I believe such mistakes will make us better opponent,” said the Scot.
Walcott back to full training
Arsenal winger Theo Walcott returned to full training on Monday after 10 months on the sidelines with a serious knee injury, the Premier League club announced. The 25-year-old England international has not played since rupturing the anterior
cruciate ligament in his left knee during Arsenal’s 2-0 FA Cup victory at home to Tottenham Hotspur in January. “Good to have you back, @theowalcott!” Arsenal tweeted, alongside a picture of Walcott training with the
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rest of the squad ahead of Saturday’s Premier League game at home to Hull City. German forward Serge Gnabry also returned to training on Monday, having been out of action since March due to a knee problem.