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The New York Times

The New York Times — news organization cited in Kenyan coverage for reporting on US administration policies and events.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    But as president he dramatically turned against the press and what he called "fake news." He has sued several newspapers including the Wall Street Journal and The New York Times, and ordered federal funding slashed for public media.

    Trump calls for 'punishment' of NBC reporter
  3. Citizen Digital

    On February 1, 2026, The New York Times published an investigation titled “The Secret Egyptian Air Base Behind Sudan’s Drone War,” prepared by journalists Declan Walsh, Malachy Browne, Eric Schmitt and Nick Cumming-Bruce.

    Sudanese army violations deprive Darfur’s civilians of the 'blessings of stability'
  4. July 2026
  5. The Standard

    Plans to escalate the US campaign have been shelved in part because of shrinking munitions supplies, The New York Times reported, citing two people briefed on the matter.

    Iran halts strikes as Trump gives space to talks
  6. The Standard

    Maduro was expected to seek immunity in the civil proceedings as a head of state, The New York Times reported.

    US trial of Venezuela's Maduro set for June 2027
  7. The Standard

    The New York Times called it a "tetchy, petulant and distasteful performance." Former Germany player Thomas Hitzlsperger wrote on X that the team were "disgusting sportsmen" and British television personality Piers Morgan said "they basically just went around whacking as many Spa

    Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapples with World Cup villain label
  8. The Standard

    ed States, he told supporters that there are "a whole range of tools" to help people "understand what freedoms are and take to the streets for that reason." In April, Otero Alcantara dictated a guest essay by telephone from jail to a friend, who delivered it to The New York Times

    Cuban dissident artist Otero Alcantara lands in US exile
  9. Citizen Digital

    "I believe that Prime Minister Netanyahu belongs in The Hague," Mamdani told The New York Times.

    New York mayor Mamdani says still mulling Netanyahu arrest during UN meet
  10. June 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

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    Will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed in New York? Clues abound
  12. Citizen Digital

    The plan to deport Iranians was reported earlier on Thursday by The New York Times.

    US plans to deport Iranians to Central African Republic, sources say
  13. The Standard

    The New York Times and Axios reported on Saturday that Trump had sent back a "tougher" new framework to be considered by Iran, though details remain unclear.

    US, Iran exchange fire as negotiations stall

Monday 31 August

  1. Trump threatens FCC action against NBC journalist

    President Donald Trump threatened on Sunday to report NBC journalist Kristen Welker to the Federal Communications Commission for what he called "purposeful inaccuracy" in her coverage of his midterm election endorsements, disputing her claim that his endorsements had "mixed results."

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Sudanese army violations worsen humanitarian crisis in Darfur

    Displaced civilians in Darfur face severe water shortages and contamination amid ongoing conflict in Sudan. The International Organization for Migration reported that more than 5,000 people were displaced from 10 villages in West Darfur in recent days due to escalating security tensions and clashes.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 July

  1. Iran halts retaliatory strikes as Trump opens space for talks

    Iran and the United States have halted missile strikes after fighting over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump's UN envoy said the president is giving negotiations "a little bit of room" while forces remain ready, and Iran's army spokesman confirmed Tehran has halted retaliatory operations.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Venezuela's Maduro set for US trial in June 2027

    Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, captured by US military in January, face trial in the United States in June 2027 on federal drug trafficking and firearms charges. The couple have been held in a Brooklyn jail for more than seven months after pleading not guilty.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Argentina defends conduct after Spain World Cup loss

    Critics condemned Argentina for dirty tactics and poor sportsmanship in their 1-0 loss to Spain, calling it "tetchy, petulant and distasteful," but Argentines argue they are passionate rather than arrogant and accuse detractors of misunderstanding their pride.

    21 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 19 July

  1. Cuban dissident artist Otero Alcantara arrives in Miami exile

    Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara, a Cuban dissident artist designated a prisoner of conscience by Amnesty International, flew to the United States on Saturday after completing a five-year prison sentence for insulting national symbols, contempt and disturbing public order. He arrived in Miami as Washington pressed Havana to release more than 700 political prisoners.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. NYC mayor mulls Netanyahu arrest during UN summit

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he is considering whether to attempt to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an upcoming UN summit, calling Netanyahu a "war criminal" who belongs at The Hague. Mamdani acknowledged uncertainty over his legal authority to order such detention but said he is consulting with the city's legal team.

    19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 26 June

  1. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding planned in New York

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are reportedly planning a wedding at Madison Square Garden in New York, according to reports citing entertainment industry sources. The New York Times reported that Swift has booked the arena for an intimate gathering of around 100 people on July 2 and a larger event with around 1,000 guests the following day.

    26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 12 June

  1. US plans deportations of Iranians to Central African Republic

    The Trump administration plans to deport a number of Iranians and other migrants to Central African Republic under a recent deal with that country. Two of the Iranian deportees—a Christian convert and a pro-democracy activist—face potential torture and persecution if returned to Iran, according to their lawyer.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 1 June

  1. US, Iran trade strikes as ceasefire talks stall

    The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes on Monday as negotiations to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz remained deadlocked over disagreements on Iranian nuclear efforts and fighting in Lebanon. The US military carried out "self-defense strikes" on Iranian radar and drone control sites in response to a downed US drone, and Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted a US military air base in retaliation.

    1 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 31 May

  1. Iran negotiator: no deal unless Iranian rights secured

    Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Tehran will not approve any agreement with the United States unless the rights of the Iranian people are upheld. Iran views sanction relief and the release of frozen assets as key rights to be ensured under any deal.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Trump claims Iran agreed to no nuclear weapons

    US President Donald Trump said he has secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, as reports emerged he sent a tougher peace proposal back to Tehran to formally end the Middle East war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Trump claims Iran agrees not to develop nuclear weapons

    US President Trump said he secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, as reports emerged he had sent a revised peace proposal with "tougher" terms to Tehran. His priorities include stopping Iranian nuclear development and reopening the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Trump administration reverses Green Card policy shift

    The Trump administration walked back its announcement that non-citizens seeking permanent US residency would need to return to their home country to apply, with the Department of Homeland Security telling The New York Times that the policy would be implemented on a case-by-case basis rather than as a blanket requirement.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Trump seeks tougher terms in Iran war ceasefire proposal

    President Donald Trump has requested changes to a proposed deal to end the Middle East war, toughening several terms and sending a new framework back to Iran for consideration. The adjustments, which reportedly include Trump's concerns about Iran's nuclear material, could extend negotiations by days before a final decision.

    31 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  6. Trump claims Iran has agreed to halt nuclear weapons development

    US President Donald Trump said he secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, while reports indicate he has sent a revised, tougher peace proposal to Tehran. Iran has previously cast doubt on Trump's assertions, and the parties appear far apart on key priorities including Iran's demand for $12 billion in frozen assets before substantive talks on its nuclear program.

    31 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 28 May

  1. KMPDU demands government disclose US-Kenya Ebola facility talks

    The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has given the government 48 hours to make public ongoing negotiations with the United States over a proposed Ebola quarantine and treatment facility at Laikipia Air Base, warning of nationwide industrial action if the deal proceeds without public disclosure and healthcare reforms.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. LSK President opposes US Ebola treatment centre proposal in Kenya

    LSK President Charles Kanjama has urged the government to reject a US proposal to establish an Ebola Treatment Centre in Kenya for patients flown in from other countries, arguing instead that such facilities should be set up near the epicentre of any outbreak for public health reasons.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 5 May

  1. White House considers AI model vetting before public release

    President Trump's administration is considering requiring US government oversight of artificial intelligence models before public release, according to The New York Times. The White House is discussing an executive order to establish a working group of tech executives and government officials to examine review procedures for new AI models.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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