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On Tuesday night, July 16, 2024, parts of Nairobi experienced a 4.7 magnitude earthquake. The tremor, detected at a depth of just 10 km, caused concern among residents but resulted in minimal damage. Social media reactions varied from humor to anxiety, as discussions on seismic preparedness in Nairobi increased.

Social critic VDM skipped a court hearing in the defamation suit brought by gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, prompting a bench warrant for his arrest. Chinwo accuses VDM of false claims about her finances and alleged manipulation of her former manager’s detention, which her legal team says is baseless. VDM, meanwhile, claims the judiciary cannot silence him.

State corporations and agencies in Kenya have seen a threefold increase in unremitted deductions to the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) and National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), now totaling Sh716 million. The rise in defaults highlights the financial struggles of these entities amid economic hardships, operational cost increases, and reduced revenue.

In a thrilling British MotoGP sprint at Silverstone, Ducati's Enea Bastianini claimed victory while championship leader Francesco Bagnaia crashed out on the fifth lap. The race saw Jorge Martin finishing second and Aleix Espargaro taking third. The outcome sets an intense stage for Sunday's main race with Bagnaia, Espargaro, and Bastianini leading the front row.

The Champions League final on June 1, 2024, at Wembley Stadium will see Real Madrid face Borussia Dortmund. With recent triumphs for underdogs in other European finals, Dortmund fans are hopeful. TNT Sports pundits predict the match outcome, and Rio Ferdinand shares his top players of the tournament. Jude Bellingham's plea to Toni Kroos to delay retirement adds to the buildup.