A group called People's Union USA plans to boycott McDonald's from June 24 through June 30. The organization accuses the fast food chain of raising prices unfairly and avoiding taxes. Group founder John Schwarz also claims McDonald's hurts worker rights and makes empty promises about diversity programs. He posted on social media that people should stop giving money to the company.
McDonald's denied these claims in a statement. The company said it pays billions in taxes each year at federal, state and local levels. McDonald's officials expressed disappointment about what they called misleading accusations that misrepresent their values and actions.
People's Union USA has organized several boycotts against major companies during 2024...
Kirsty Coventry will become president of the International Olympic Committee on Monday. The 41-year-old swimmer from Zimbabwe makes history as the first woman and first African to lead the organization. She takes over from Thomas Bach and becomes the most powerful person in global sports. Coventry won two Olympic gold medals during her swimming career. She helped Zimbabwe earn seven of its eight total Olympic medals.
The new president faces immediate challenges with Donald Trump and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Coventry says she has handled difficult men in leadership positions since age 20. She believes communication will solve most problems between leaders. The former swimmer thinks people should embrace failure as a learning tool...
Kenya's education testing agency changed how students will answer exam questions. The Kenya National Examinations Council told schools that children must shade circles instead of drawing lines on answer sheets. This new method affects both primary and junior school tests across the country. Officials shared sample test papers with schools back in January. Teachers can help students practice the different answer formats before test day.
Schools can download practice materials from the government testing website. The online portal contains sample questions and answer sheets for both grade levels. Teachers need their special login information to access these materials. Each school received unique passwords to protect student information...
Kenya's unity watchdog agency looks into 26 cases that may break national peace laws. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission sent two cases to prosecutors for court action. Dr. Samuel Kobia leads the commission and spoke about keeping the country together. He asked citizens to stay peaceful during the protest anniversary. The cases involve people who may have broken rules about ethnic discrimination.
The commission wants Kenyans to remember their shared duties for peace. June 25 marks one year since young people protested across the nation. Kobia said economic problems affect many countries around the world. Open talks and peaceful actions help solve problems better than violence. Respect between different groups keeps the...
Kenya's government approved a new plan to fight drug and alcohol problems across the country. President William Ruto led the Cabinet meeting at State House where officials made this decision. The policy creates stronger rules for how companies can advertise and sell alcoholic drinks. Officials want to protect young people under 21 and adults who choose not to drink or use drugs. The plan builds on existing programs that already work to prevent substance abuse.
Government data shows serious problems among Kenya's youth population. More than half of all drug users fall between ages 10 and 19 according to official records. Students most often use nicotine products, alcoholic beverages and cannabis during their school years. University...
A Kenyan lawmaker rejected foreign criticism about domestic protest policies. Nelson Koech chairs the National Assembly defense committee and spoke against diplomatic interference. Twelve countries had issued warnings about upcoming demonstrations marking protest anniversaries. The foreign envoys supported peaceful assembly rights and demanded government accountability.
Ambassadors from Germany, Netherlands, Denmark, Ireland, Australia, Switzerland, Norway, Canada, Britain, America, Sweden and Finland signed the statement. These diplomats expressed worry about plainclothes police officers using unmarked vehicles during protests. Court rulings had already declared such tactics illegal and harmful to public trust. The envoys also...
Kenya's Media Council asked reporters to cover protest anniversary events with care and responsibility. The organization released guidance on June 24 for journalists planning to report on the June 25 demonstrations. David Omwoyo Omwoyo signed the statement as the council's top official and secretary. Media workers must follow professional standards during their coverage of the Gen Z protest memorial. The council wants news organizations to stick to their established conduct rules.
Reporters should avoid causing harm when they cover these sensitive events. The guidance tells journalists to treat people with respect and protect vulnerable groups from damage. News workers cannot write stories that make violence look good or upset the...
Kenyan police officials issued warnings about Wednesday demonstrations and restricted areas. Inspector General Douglas Kanja told citizens they can protest only in public spaces. Officers will stop any groups that break the peace during the planned events. The Protected Areas Act bans unauthorized people from entering certain locations. Police asked demonstrators not to provoke officers during their work.
The Constitution allows peaceful assembly and petition rights for all citizens. Article 37 guarantees people can demonstrate without weapons or violence. Protesters must work with police to avoid unlawful gatherings. Kanja said officers risk their lives defending the nation daily. The police chief praised his force as dedicated...
A Kenyan lawmaker sparked controversy during Monday's parliament session after making bold claims about his peaceful nature. William Kamket from Tiaty tried to call himself the Prince of Peace before Speaker Moses Wetang'ula stopped him. The Speaker forced Kamket to change his words to peace-loving Kenyan instead. Kamket used his speaking time to attack people organizing upcoming youth protests. He warned that anyone destroying property would face legal consequences.
The MP called last year's June 25 protests an attempted civilian coup led by a former government official. Kamket claimed this year's planned demonstrations aim to overthrow the elected government. He promised that peace-loving citizens would not allow such activities. The...
