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Oscar Gakuo Mwangi

Associate Professor, Political Science, National University of Lesotho
Oscar Gakuo Mwangi is Associate Professor of Political Science and Head of the Department of Political and Administrative Studies, National University of Lesotho. His research interests are comparative politics, especially in the areas of democratisation and governance, conflict and security, and environmental politics in eastern and southern Africa.

Violence at the Kenya-Ethiopia border: what’s driving insecurity in the region

Sep 16, 2024 05:50 am UTC| Insights & Views

Communal conflict is endemic in the vast arid region on both sides of the Kenya-Ethiopia border. Fresh alarm has been sparked in both countries following a kidnapping and armed attacks on police and civilians in Kenyas...

Economy

U.S. Factory Output Rises in August as Motor Vehicle Production Rebounds

U.S. factory production rebounded in August, with a 0.9% increase driven by a sharp recovery in motor vehicle output. After a 0.7% decline in July, the Federal Reserves report signals improvements in the manufacturing...

UK CPI

UK Aug CPI came unchanged 2.2% y/y as expected, while core CPI jumped to 3.6% y/y compared to a forecast of 3.5% y/y. The probability of rate pause increased to 63% after solid CPI data. Major resistance-...

Oil Prices Climb Amid U.S. Output Concerns and Anticipated Crude Inventory Drop

On September 17, oil prices continued to rise as the market assessed concerns regarding U.S. output in the wake of Hurricane Francine and anticipated a decrease in U.S. crude stockpiles. Brent Crude Futures Rise to...

Philippine Remittances Hit 2024 High of $3.08 Billion in July, Growth Slows

Remittances from overseas Filipinos reached a 2024 peak of $3.08 billion in July, a 3.1% increase from the previous year. Despite the rise, analysts warn that remittance growth is plateauing, with future gains projected to...

China Develops DUV Lithography Machine, But Trails ASML’s Advanced Semiconductor Technology

China has reportedly developed its deep ultraviolet (DUV) scanner to advance its semiconductor industry amid sanctions restricting ASMLs technology exports. While this development marks progress, Chinas DUV machine remains...

Politics

Donald Trump Buys Burgers with Bitcoin at NYC Bar During Historic Campaign Stop

Donald Trump made headlines by purchasing burgers with Bitcoin at PubKey, a Bitcoin bar in New York City. The transaction marked a historic moment as the former U.S. president embraced cryptocurrency during his 2024...

Kamala Harris Presidency May Drive US Crypto Firms Overseas, Warns Nansen CEO at Token2049

Nansen CEO Alex Svanevik predicts a Kamala Harris presidency would create a challenging landscape for U.S. crypto firms, likely pushing businesses to move abroad, while a Trump victory could boost domestic cryptocurrency...

Is 'Dying' Joe Biden Using a Doppelgänger? The Controversial Rumor Resurfaces Amid Health Speculations

Rumors about President Joe Bidens health have taken a dramatic turn as a conspiracy theory suggesting that the 81-year-old leader is using a doppelgnger has resurfaced. The claim, which gained traction on social media,...

Is Melania Trump An Adult Film Actress? Ex-FLOTUS Defends Nude Modeling Job As 'Celebration of the Human Form'

As former First Lady Melania Trump prepares to release her memoir, she has reignited public discussion about her past nude modeling work. In a rare statement, Trump framed her work as a form of artistic expression and...

Scripted? 'Hollywood Liberal' Billie Eilish Faces Backlash From Donald Trump Supporters After Endorsing Kamala Harris and Tim Walz

Billie Eilish, the 22-year-old Grammy-winning singer, is the latest celebrity to be swept into political controversy after publicly endorsing Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for the upcoming elections. Eilish and her brother...

Science

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Achieves Historic Spacewalk and Advances Commercial Space Exploration

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission accomplished several milestones during its five-day journey, including the most remote spacewalk in history. Crew members conducted 36 groundbreaking experiments, advancing knowledge in space...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Returns After Groundbreaking Mission, Advancing Elon Musk's Mars Ambitions

The Polaris Dawn crew returned safely to Earth after a groundbreaking five-day mission, advancing SpaceXs long-term goal of Mars colonization. Led by billionaire Jared Isaacman, the mission featured the first commercial...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

스페이스X, FAA 지연 속 스타십 시험 비행 11월 목표 발표

스페이스X는 미 연방항공청(FAA)의 승인 절차 지연으로 인해 5번째 스타십 시험 비행 목표를 11월로 재설정했다. 이 항공우주 기업은 환경 평가와 규제 문제를 주요 요인으로 꼽으며, 이번 야심 찬 임무가 지연된 이유를...

Technology

Cybertruck Lead Tesla Engineer Issues Warning: Supercharger Extension Cords Pose Major Safety Risks

Teslas Cybertruck lead engineer, Wes Morrill, has cautioned against using Supercharger extension cords, citing risks like overheating and equipment damage. His warning highlights Teslas strict safety...

Nintendo Switch 2 Photos Leak Online: Bigger Screen, Magnetic Controllers, and Enhanced Specs Revealed

Fresh leaks featuring photos and specifications of the Nintendo Switch 2 have emerged, showcasing a larger console design with a bigger screen, magnetic side rails for Joy-Con controllers, and significant upgrades like...

Shiba Inu Community on High Alert: Dangerous Clipper Malware Targets Crypto Wallets

A serious warning has been issued to the Shiba Inu and Bitcoin communities as clipper malware, known for altering crypto wallet addresses, has resurfaced. This dangerous software threatens to redirect funds to attackers...

Bitcoin Poised for Breakout Near $61K as Fed Rate Cuts Loom, October Surge Expected

Bitcoins price hovers near $61,900 as investors anticipate a potential breakout. Historical trends suggest BTC may rally in October, especially with a Federal Reserve rate cut looming. Experts debate whether this will...

Shiba Inu Sees 129% Transaction Surge as Whales Eye Shibarium’s Liquid Staking Debut

Shiba Inu (SHIB) experienced a 129% surge in large transactions, with $33 million in SHIB moved by whale holders. This comes amid growing anticipation for Shibariums upcoming liquid staking platform, which is expected to...

Digital Currency

Kadena Surges 30% on Binance’s Launch of New Perpetual Contract, Market Confidence Rises

FxWirePro- BTCUSD Daily Outlook

FxWirePro- SUIUSD (Chart of the day)

Law

Elon Musk Confirms SpaceX Will Sue FAA Over Regulatory Overreach and Launch Violations

UAW Files Unfair Labor Charges Against Stellantis Over Alleged Contract Violations

영국, 암호화폐 법적 명확성 제공... 새 법안에서 디지털 자산을 개인 재산으로 정의

Life

Exciting Travis Scott Jordan and Nike Releases Expected in Late 2024 and Early 2025

Intel's Amazon Partnership Fails to Impress Wall Street, Analysts Remain Cautious on Foundry Spinoff

Discover How Dunkin’s Dunkalatte Stands Out from Traditional Lattes This Fall

Nature

India’s new mega-dam will roil lives downstream with wild swings in water flow every day

The Earth’s inner core is a total mystery – here’s how we’re starting to solve it

Healthy soils are good for your gut, brain and wellbeing – here’s why

Sports

Shaquille O'Neal's Custom Tesla Cybertruck Impresses Elon Musk: LeBron James Played a Key Role

How AI can dramatically reduce the time it takes to make VAR offside calls in Premier League football matches

Paris Games herald a new anti-corruption era, but carrying the torch may pose an Olympic challenge for the US

Technical Analysis

FxWirePro:EUR/NZD drifts lower , could be on verge of a bigger drop

FxWirePro:EUR/AUD downside pressure builds, key support level in focus

FxWirePro: USD/CAD capped by the 38.2% fibonacci, good to sell on rally

Market Data

Exciting Travis Scott Jordan and Nike Releases Expected in Late 2024 and Early 2025

BlackRock and Microsoft Launch $30B AI Fund with Nvidia's Expertise

Score Big with Popeyes’ $5 Signature Chicken Deal Just in Time for Fall

Discover How Dunkin’s Dunkalatte Stands Out from Traditional Lattes This Fall

Discover Starbucks’ Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam and the Drinks That Feature It This Fall

Solana Is No Terra Luna: Justin Bons Slams Comparisons, Praises SOL’s Resilience

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Still Together? Speculation Mounts Over Couple's Relationship Status Amid 2024 Election Preparations

Are Donald Trump and Melania Trump Still Sleeping Together Amid Divorce Rumors?

Can Donald Trump Win in the 2024 Presidential Election? Experts Weigh In

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