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The late highlife musician Yaw Sarpong reportedly experienced significant stress from family disputes in his final years, according to his wife, as revealed by entertainment personality J.Y. Adu. During an interview, Yaw Sarpong’s wife explained that disagreements and tensions with members of the ex
Saudi Arabia has disclosed that it holds an estimated $2.5 trillion in mineral resources, a revelation that highlights the kingdom’s growing ambition to expand its mining sector and reduce long-term dependence on oil revenues. Officials say the country’s untapped mineral wealth includes deposits of
The High Court (Commercial Division) in Accra has ordered the enforcement of a US$14.9 million judgment debt against businessman and political figure Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar, in a long-running commercial dispute that has attracted significant public attention. The court’s deci
A female student of Labone Senior High School has narrated before a court how a teacher at the school allegedly forcefully kissed her, an incident that has drawn national attention and renewed conversations around student safety and professional conduct within Ghana’s educational institutions. The s
Senior New Patriotic Party (NPP) figure Sammi Awuku has disclosed that former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is unhappy with certain developments within the political landscape, a revelation that has sparked conversation among party supporters and political observers across the country. Accordi
As the new school year gets underway, parents and educators are looking for meaningful ways to inspire curiosity, learning and a love for nature in children. The Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve offers the perfect educational outing – one that brings textbooks to life and turns learning into
Controversy continues to swirl around Ghanaian rapper Kwesi Arthur as his father has reportedly requested access to his son’s sperm from Mr. Glen Boateng, the artist’s former manager. The unusual request comes amid ongoing tensions over the use of Kwesi Arthur’s image for commercial and public event
Ghanaian musician Kwesi Arthur has sparked widespread discussion in the country’s entertainment industry following his public dispute with former record label Ground Up Chale. The rapper’s allegations, which include claims of harassment and restrictions on his creative work, have elicited varied rea
Ghanaian actor Oboy Siki has publicly apologised to fellow actor Yaw Dabo following a dispute that led to a court case earlier this month. The apology comes after the matter attracted significant attention online and within the local entertainment community, highlighting tensions that sometimes aris
Ghanaian rapper Kwesi Arthur has publicly dismissed claims suggesting he left his former record label, Ground Up Chale, without meeting his contractual obligations. In a statement shared with the media, the award-winning artist insisted that he honoured all terms of his agreement before ending his p
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has officially announced the full list of nominees for the 98th Academy Awards, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated nights in global cinema. The nominations recognise outstanding achievements in filmmaking from the past year, celebrating
Nearly half of all school-age children in Sudan are currently out of school as a result of the country’s ongoing civil war, according to a new report released by an international humanitarian organisation. The findings highlight the devastating impact of prolonged conflict on education and the growi
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a man in the Ablekuma area of the Greater Accra Region for allegedly possessing suspected counterfeit foreign currency and an illegal firearm, as part of ongoing efforts to combat organised crime and financial fraud. According to police sources, the arrest was m
Thirteen women suspected to be engaged in prostitution have been arrested in Tamale following a security operation aimed at addressing public disorder, prostitution, and related activities within the metropolis. The operation, carried out by national security operatives, forms part of broader effort
As the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 unfolded, TECNO , Official Global Partner of the tournament, was actively extending the matchday experience beyond stadiums and screens through a series of Technology Carnival activations and offline watching parties that took place
