Now you can do more than just “like” something on Facebook. The social media giant on Wednesday rolled out its new expanded “reactions” feature which allows its users to express a range of emotions —…
Weedkiller traces found in ‘organic’ panty liners
Some 3,000 boxes of “organic” women’s panty liners have been yanked from the shelves in France and Canada after they were found to contain tiny amounts of pesticide, Italian manufacturer Corman said Wednesday. Corman said…
Internet by light promises to leave Wi-Fi eating dust
Connecting your smartphone to the web with just a lamp — that is the promise of Li-Fi, featuring Internet access 100 times faster than Wi-Fi with revolutionary wireless technology. French start-up Oledcomm demonstrated the technology…
Wambui Mukenyi redefines modesty with new Muslim-wear collection
According to a Thomson Reuters report, researchers predicts that by 2019 Muslims will be spending $484 billion on clothing and footwear. In Kenya, this growing market is no different. Fashion label, Wambui Mukenyi has debuted…
Beyoncé to drop new album in April
Beyoncé is reportedly planning to release her next LP in April. The 34-year-old star – who recently unveiled her new single and video for surprise track ‘Formation’ – is expected to release her next LP…
Egypt teens take to street fashion in search of fame
Egyptian teenager Islam stood shirtless in an upscale Cairo neighborhood wondering what to wear, a turquoise shirt or a black sweater, as he prepared for a photo shoot. “Should I wear a tie as well?”…
Experts say ‘Vaginal seeding’ for C-section babies is ill-advised
The increasingly popular practice of swabbing newborns delivered by caesarean section with fluid from the mother’s vagina may not be safe, doctors and researchers cautioned Wednesday. Known as “vaginal seeding”, the treatment is given to…
#NewVideo: Cece Sagini releases groovy, corporate inspired ‘9 to 5’
The beautiful and sultry Cece Sagini is at it again! The fast-rising Kenyan artist has released a new single titled ‘9 to 5’ inspired by her experience in the corporate world. The single, which has a fun…
Capital Lifestyle Instagrammer of the Week: Gareth Pon
“ I aim to always capture an image that conveys a certain level of emotion, if I don’t feel the shot. I usually don’t publish it.” So says Gareth Pon, one of Africa’s top Instagrammers and…
Mars recalls chocolates in 55 countries
US Confectioner Mars on Tuesday ordered a massive recall of products including Mars and Snickers bars from 55 countries after a piece of plastic found in one bar was traced back to its Dutch factory….