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Global tributes honour Jurassic Park star Sam Neill following his death [Courtesy/AFP] Tributes have poured in from around the world following the death of veteran New Zealand actor Sam Neill, who has passed away in Sydney aged 78. Political leaders and fellow actors led the global mourning for the Jurassic Park star, whose family confirmed he died on Monday surrounded by loved ones.

DP Kithure Kindiki speaks at Kaptagat in Uasin Gishu County [DPPS] A man caused a brief security scare after rushing toward Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme in Uasin Gishu County. In a video seen by TNX Africa, Kindiki was addressing the gathering when the man attempted to approach him. Within seconds, the Deputy President's security team tackled the individual and escorted him away from the podium.

27 killed after fire ripped through popular entertainment joint [Courtesy] At least 27 people were killed and 73 others injured after a devastating fire tore through a crowded entertainment venue in northern Bangkok late on Sunday, July 12. According to local media, the blaze at the Na Ladprao pub is Thailand's deadliest building fire in nearly two decades. Of those injured, at least 25 remain in critical condition in intensive care units across the capital. "Twenty-seven bodies were moved out.

Five X: Campus built the artist I am today, one step at a time We know you from hit songs like Sawa Sawa, Paper and Missed Call. Other than that, who is Five X? Five X is a creative at heart, but not many people know me as Ian, the mind behind Five X. Ian is the foundation, the young kid who grew up exposed to different art forms, from cartoons to music, which shaped who I am today. Five X is my creative outlet, where I bring my ideas to life and express what Ian feels.

VIDEO: Masked gunman raids Ruaka salon, escapes on motorcycle after firing shots A brazen daylight armed robbery at a salon in Ruaka has sparked concern after CCTV footage of the incident surfaced online. The two-minute video, seen by TNX Africa, captures the tense moments when a lone gunman stormed the business on Friday, July 10, terrifying workers and customers before fleeing with a stolen mobile phone. According to the CCTV footage, the incident began at about 2 pm along a busy street.

PHOTOS: Kindiki gifts bishop Toyota Prado, announces millions in pledges Deputy President Kithure Kindiki donated a Toyota Prado to a Methodist Church bishop during a thanksgiving and fundraising service in Meru County on Sunday, July 12. Kindiki presented the vehicle during the Worship and Thanksgiving Service organised by the Methodist Church's Abothuguchi Synod, saying it would help the bishop carry out her ministry and travel more easily while serving congregants across the region.

Actor Sam Neill takes part in the opening ceremony of the 67th San Sebastian Film Festival in the northern Spanish Basque city of San Sebastian on September 20, 2019. [AFP] "Jurassic Park" star Sam Neill has died in Sydney, Australia, at the age of 78, his family confirmed on Monday. "The loss was sudden and unexpected but blessed by the fact that Sam remained cancer-free," a statement posted to the veteran actor's official Instagram account read.

Filmmaker Graysen Nixon expands Actors' Day Out to unite Kenya's creatives Art-making has always been a solitary affair: painters working late into the night, writers retreating into quiet places with notebooks, and filmmakers penning scripts and proposals behind closed doors. Artists come together mostly through exhibitions, auditions, sets, and film premieres. Filmmaker Graysen Kilonzo Nixon is changing that.

Tanzanian singer Zuchu has announced the end of her marriage to Bongo Flava star Diamond Platnumz. The news, posted on her official Instagram page, confirmed that the couple had decided to part ways after six years together. Zuchu, whose real name is Zuhura Othman, told her followers that she and Diamond Platnumz, born Naseeb Abdul, were no longer together. Although she did not reveal the reason for the split, the singer asked fans to respect her privacy as she navigates the difficult period.

PHOTOS: Wicknell Chivayo splashes Sh556 million on Jacob & Co Luxury watch Renowned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has once again grabbed headlines after turning an exclusive factory invitation into a multimillion-shilling luxury shopping spree. After receiving a personal invitation from Jacob & Co. founder Jacob Arabo to tour the prestigious watchmaker's factory, the flamboyant tycoon decided to treat himself instead.