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Popular TikTok influencer dies after eating toxic 'devil crab' for content

A Filipino food influencer died two days after consuming a poisonous “devil crab” she had foraged and cooked for social media content, sparking debate over the risks of extreme food challenges.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-02-12 12:11:37
Karauri has sparked backlash after offering Sh10 million to blogger Edgar Obare to produce an alleged unedited sex tape evidence linking him to a scandal, with Kenyans divided over the ultimatum.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-02-12 10:27:28
Digital creator Oga Obinna personally collected the cash from the MP’s office after a deadline set for blogger Edgar Obare expired without any content being posted.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-12 09:52:48
Spears joins an elite group of artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Justin Bieber, and Shakira, who have recently cashed out on their music rights.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-11 11:32:16
Eric, who is undertaking the 486-kilometre journey to raise funds for a new Help and Rescue Centre, covered 68 kilometres on day one, finishing in Machakos.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-02-11 11:02:42
Diamond Platnumz is set to release his Valentine’s single Natulizana, with a Sh60 million luxury watch and his trademark opulent lifestyle once again taking centre stage.
By Manuel Ntoyai 2026-02-11 10:41:35
The celebrated actress is speaking out after an accidental transfer went to a stranger who, instead of returning the funds, pocketed the cash and vanished.
By Manuel Ntoyai 2026-02-11 09:34:20
Central Cee also revealed that one of the stolen pairs carried deep sentimental value, as it was tied to the early days of his music career.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-10 12:57:29
Ruto has fulfilled his Sh4 million pledge for the Mbavu–Majembe boxing clash, a move expected to boost attendance and spotlight Kenya’s growing sports-entertainment scene.
By Tania Omusale 2026-02-10 10:28:43
The veteran rapper suffered a right proximal humerus fracture dislocation and a fracture along the lateral curve of his sixth rib.
By Boniface Mithika 2026-02-10 10:06:24
Rather than rush to create, she chose to pause, listen and write. The songs in her new release, she says, were first written as private revelations long before they became public melodies.
By Boniface Mithika 2026-02-10 09:38:35
A viral video has sparked mixed reactions after a Forward Travellers matatu tout was caught confronting and manhandling a passenger accused of using a forwarded message to avoid paying fare.
By Raymond Muthee 2026-02-10 06:44:39