Yellow Jackets Upset Seminoles with Final-Second Kick in Dublin Classic On August 24, 2024, Georgia Tech secured a dramatic 24-21 victory over Florida State in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic held at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. The game concluded with a thrilling 44-yard field goal by Aidan Birr asContinue Reading
Some states will issue SNAP payments on October 1, 2024, reflecting the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This adjustment aims to keep SNAP benefits aligned with inflation and the rising cost of living. States such as Alaska will offer the highest benefits, with eligible households in rural areas potentially receiving upContinue Reading
President Vladimir Putin is facing an embarrassment that makes his self-proclaimed status as a modern-day Peter the Great look increasingly absurd. On August 12, 2024, Putin held a meeting at his Novo-Ogaryovo residence to address the situation in the Kursk region, which has been dramatically affected by Ukrainian incursions. TheContinue Reading
Kiteezi Garbage Collapse Death Toll Reaches 24 On August 13, 2024, the death toll from the Kiteezi garbage collapse in Kawempe Division, Kampala, has risen to 24. Police confirmed the update late in the day, noting that the retrieval operation has been progressing efficiently. Patrick Onyango, the spokesperson for KampalaContinue Reading
Members of Parliament from the Rwenzori sub-region have urged the government to compensate victims of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) insurgency in their area. The MPs voiced their concerns during a meeting with Minister of State for Luwero-Rwenzori Affairs, Alice Kaboyo, at the Office of the Prime Minister. Bughendera CountyContinue Reading
The Ugandan government, represented by Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, has congratulated National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, for earning his law degree. Kyagulanyi was among the over 650 graduates at Cavendish University’s 13th graduation ceremony held atContinue Reading
Is Investing in Rentals Worth It? Key Insights for Ugandan Investors Investing in rental properties can be a lucrative business if approached correctly. Mark Davies, owner of Horizon Financial Solutions, a microfinance company, believes that rentals are a viable investment but require careful planning and execution. He advocates for gradualContinue Reading
In relationships, some men, while appearing to be happily married, are actually struggling internally. These men, often referred to as “Triple M,” exhibit various signs that reveal their discontent. Here are key indicators that someone might be a Triple M: One clear sign is that Triple M keeps up appearances.Continue Reading
Singer Olivia Mildred Namubiru, known by her stage name Olisha M and famous for songs like “Katambala,” “Super Love,” and “Gwenjagala,” is currently on a luxurious post-wedding vacation with her husband, Mutassim Nzirorera. The honeymoon, which she describes as a dream come true, has cost the couple a staggering sh300Continue Reading
Kampala, Uganda — Senior officials from Uganda’s Executive, Judiciary, and Legislature are facing accusations of illegally detaining and persecuting those who criticize their actions. This situation highlights ongoing concerns about the freedom of expression and the use of legal systems to silence dissent. The Detention of Critics In Uganda, itContinue Reading