In the midst of its nationwide tour, Smirnoff Uganda is hitting up Servite Hostel at Kyambogo University, on October 31 for a spook-tacular Halloween Fiesta edition.The Smirnoff Halloween Fiesta will transform Servite Hostel into a party arena, fusing music, fun and vibrant flavor with a spooky twist this Saturday.
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Manchester United Give Michael Carrick Time but Are They Postponing the Inevitable?
Michael Carrick has been handed a reprieve by Manchester United ahead of their clash with Chelsea but he appears to have lost the dressing room.
Michael Carrick will remain in the Manchester United dugout for Saturday's critical Premier League trip to Chelsea, earning a temporary lifeline despite mounting pressure on his position.
The 44-year-old manager appeared on the brink of dismissal following Sunday's dismal 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. However, the Old Trafford hierarchy has opted to afford Carrick and his squad an opportunity to halt their alarming slide.
Chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox convened at the club's Carrington training complex on Monday to deliberate Carrick's future. While alternative options—including Newcastle's Eddie Howe and Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann—have been under consideration, Carrick oversaw first-team training on Tuesday and will take charge at Stamford Bridge.
United head to west London enduring a miserable eight-match winless streak in all competitions. The 13-time Premier League champions are languishing in 16th place, sitting just two spots and a solitary point above the relegation zone.
A daunting schedule awaits Carrick should he survive the weekend. United host Roma in the Champions League on Tuesday, November 3, before entertaining Aston Villa in the league on Sunday, November 8.
Michael Carrick is still in charge of Man United. Image: Imago
Despite Sunday's capitulation, the Old Trafford faithful directed their ire towards the squad rather than the head coach, cheering Carrick off the pitch while heavily booing the players.
Carrick faces a significant selection headache regarding Bruno Fernandes. The club captain was relegated to the bench against Bournemouth after openly questioning the coaching staff's tactical setup following a humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat to Italian side Como.
Carrick must now determine whether to recall the Portuguese playmaker against Xabi Alonso's Chelsea, who currently sit fifth despite a recent 2-0 derby loss to Tottenham.
Carrick originally stepped into the role on an interim basis in January 2026 following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim. An impressive run of 12 victories in 17 matches guided United to a third-place finish and Champions League qualification, securing him the permanent position on May 22.
Should the board decide to pull the trigger, it would mark the third mid-season managerial sacking under co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe's sporting leadership, following the departures of Erik ten Hag and Amorim.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick. Image: Imago
Reacting to the news, former United defender Gary Neville admitted he was stunned by the decision to stick with Carrick, despite welcoming the board's patience.
"I am surprised, but I am happy because I was absolutely certain that what I witnessed on Sunday would be the end of Michael," Neville told Sky Sports.
"It looked like he was walking round at the end on his own… almost like a goodbye lap. I hope he can somehow get those players to start playing for him again because they haven't in recent weeks."
However, Sky Sports News reporter Rob Dorsett suggested the reprieve merely postpones an unavoidable outcome.
"We all expected this to be the end for Carrick," Dorsett said. "This isn't a vote of confidence. It feels like an impossible situation, especially trying to coach players like Bruno Fernandes after public criticism. It feels like delaying the inevitable."
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Bety Bayo’s Daughter Fires Warning to Pastor Kanyari Amid Bitter Custody Showdown.
It is reported that the courts granted Kanyari custody of the children over his bitter custody battle with Tash following the demise of Betty Bayo.Mixed reactions.The late gospel star Bety Bayo’s 14 year old daughter Sky has fired a warning to his biological father pastor Victor Kanyari amid a bitter custody showdown involving the latter and her stepfather Tash.
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Victor Wanyama Pays Glowing Tribute to Good Friend Harry Kane After Ballon d’Or Accolade
The former Kenyan skipper has lauded his ex-Tottenham teammate after he beat stiff competition to win the prestigious Ballon d’Or Award.
Former Harambee Stars and Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Victor Wanyama has paid tribute to his ex-teammate Harry Kane after the England captain claimed the prestigious Ballon d’Or award in London.
The 33-year-old Bayern Munich striker edged out Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal and Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé to secure football’s highest individual prize. In doing so, Kane became the first English player to lift the golden trophy since Michael Owen in 2001.
Reacting to the announcement, Wanyama commended his former colleague, stating that the milestone was completely justified given Kane's extraordinary consistency at the top level.
“Congratulations, brother, totally deserved,” Wanyama posted in social media.
The pair shared the pitch in north London between 2016 and 2020 during Mauricio Pochettino’s memorable tenure. That Spurs squad challenged on multiple fronts, finishing as Premier League runners-up in the 2016/17 campaign before falling 2-0 to Liverpool in the 2019 UEFA Champions League final.
Wanyama has frequently highlighted the England international's elite standards, once noting: "Harry’s finishing is second to none. He showed that every day in training—incredibly clinical and unlike any striker I have ever seen. Beyond that, he is the ultimate professional who makes the right decisions, with an elite understanding of the game and exceptional movement off the ball."
Kane parted ways with Tottenham in 2023 as their record all-time goalscorer, having cemented his status as one of English football’s most lethal forwards despite never lifting team silverware with the club.
His switch to the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich revitalised his pursuit of major honours. A staggering return of 73 goals in 65 appearances across all competitions for club and country over the past season provided an undeniable foundation for his Ballon d’Or crowning, capping a journey from heartbreak in cup finals to the pinnacle of world football.
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Shock of the Century? Arsenal Left Without Answers as They are Embarrassed by English Minnows
The Gunners were stunned by the fourth tier club who secured a place in the next round of the Carabao Cup.
Every now and then, football produces an evening so extraordinary that it becomes etched into folklore, recounted by supporters across generations. For Fleetwood Town, that timeless chapter was written on an unforgettable cup night.
The League Two underdogs orchestrated one of the greatest upsets in recent League Cup history, eliminating Premier League heavyweights Arsenal. Far from relying on a stroke of blind luck, the fourth-tier side withstood an onslaught of pressure across regular time before displaying nerves of steel in a nerve-shredding penalty shootout.
Playing at their own Highbury Stadium—an ironic twist of fate given Arsenal's historic former ground—in front of just over 5,000 spectators, Fleetwood embraced what was already their maiden appearance in the fourth round. Facing Mikel Arteta’s star-studded squad was supposed to be a celebratory occasion; instead, it turned into an immortal triumph.
The home crowd erupted midway through the first half when Aaron Loupalo-Bi struck in the 21st minute to hand the hosts an improbable lead. The Gunners eventually restored parity shortly after the interval, with Viktor Gyokeres scrambling in an equalizer in the 50th minute.
Arsenal turned up the heat following the equalizer, dominating proceedings with 78 percent possession and registering 26 attempts on goal compared to Fleetwood’s three. Yet, despite introducing senior personnel and relentlessly probing the host's stubborn backline, the visitors could not find a breakthrough.
Arsenal’s task grew even steeper with five minutes remaining in regulation when Max Dowman received a red card, all but forcing the contest into spot-kicks.
Fleetwood proved flawless from twelve yards, converting all five of their penalties. When Bruno Guimaraes failed to convert for Arsenal, the League Two outfit sealed a sensational 5-3 shootout victory. The final whistle sparked an immediate pitch invasion as fans and players' families joined the squad on the turf in scenes of unbridled joy.
The giant-killing served as a quintessential reminder of the magic of domestic cup football, where division gaps vanish and underdogs write the grandest headlines.
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KPSEA 2026 Knec Assessment Papers Complete with Marking Scheme (Free Download)
Kindly note that these papers are meant for revision purpose only and will be provided in this platform after the final paper is done by candidates in various assessment centres countrywide.KPSEA stands for Kenya Primary School Education Assessment.KPSEA is a final assessment in Primary Schools for Grade 6 learners before transitioning to Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) at Grade 7.
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Edwin Sifuna US Tour 2026: Cities, Dates and Meetings
Edwin Sifuna Announces US Tour: Town Hall Meetings With Kenyans in DiasporaBy Chris Wamalwa | Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaNairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is preparing for a major United States tour that will see him engage Kenyans living in America through a series of town hall meetings organized by the Linda Mwananchi Movement.
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Sad News: Sudden Death of Emmanuel K. Ngetich in Denmark
Sudden Death of Emmanuel K. Ngetich in Denmark: Family Appeals for Help to Repatriate His Body to KenyaThe Kenyan diaspora community in Denmark is mourning the sudden death of Emmanuel K. Ngetich, a promising Kenyan PhD scholar who passed away on October 20, 2026, while pursuing his doctoral studies abroad.
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Kenya Becomes First African Nation to Join Global Dengue Alliance as Cases Surge
Nairobi- Kenya has become the first African country to join the Dengue Alliance, a global partnership working to develop treatments for dengue, with the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) formally admitted at the Alliance’s meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 27 October.
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Committed but Overstretched: Why Kenya’s Refugee Teachers Need More Than Motivation
Nairobi-A APHRC report reveals a gap between teachers’ high motivation and low well-being, as educators in refugee and host communities struggle with overcrowded classrooms, inadequate pay, insecurity, and limited employment benefits.A classroom with 200 learners and one teacher leaves little time to give each child individual attention.