At least 51 people have been killed in a fatal accident in Londiani, Kenya, according to police. Rescue efforts were interrupted by heavy rainfall, and the cause of the accident is still under investigation. Local officials have expressed their condolences and called for an investigation into the cause of the accident and for measures to be taken to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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Kenyan police have discovered thirty-nine bodies in shallow graves on land owned by Pastor Paul Makenzi, who was arrested on April 14th for allegedly telling his followers to fast to death. When police raided Makenzi's property in Malindi, they found fifteen emaciated people, including four in critical condition. Local residents have expressed shock and outrage, and the Kenyan government has yet to comment on the situation. Investigations are ongoing to determine the fate of Makenzi and his followers.
U.S. First Lady Jill Biden gave one of the clearest indications yet that President Joe Biden will run for a second term during an exclusive interview with the Associated Press. Mrs. Biden, who is currently on a five-day trip to Africa, said that President Biden has been vocal about his intentions to seek reelection, and her comments further solidify that he is likely to run. During her trip, Mrs. Biden has been advocating for greater investment in education and gender equality in Africa.