716 For suburban and some city dwellers, your car is almost like an extension of your home, so it’s no surprise that many people use their cars for extra storage. And while it’s smart to stash some things in your car like jumper cables, an extra outfit, and a comfy pair of shoes—it isn’t the […]
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Plot to remove IGP: My accusers on a fishing expedition, acting as octopuses – Dampare
625 Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, expressed his disapproval of certain aspects of the ongoing hearing, which he believes may grant an undue advantage to his accusers. He conveyed his dissatisfaction with the fact that witnesses were not compelled to substantiate their accusations against him with evidence before his testimony was requested. […]
Police launch ‘Snatch them young’ campaign
794 The Police Administration has launched a campaign to inculcate security consciousness in children and for them to also appreciate the work of the police. Dubbed “Snatch them young”, the initiative is also aimed at building the confidence of children in the police who are mandated to prevent and detect crime, apprehend offenders and […]
“The Gifted Boot” the chronicles of a traveler Pt 2
531 I have told you the awry of the journey has humbled me after I was denied by Brazilian Airlines, Latam, but today I am taking you through another episode of The Land of No Return” The Chronicles of a Traveler. Well, now I can be proud of the fact that I met my Christian […]
Official photographer of John Mahama (Francis) marries in ‘plush’ wedding
852 The Official photographer of former President John Mahama, Francis Osei-Owusu, has today tied the knot with the love of his life, Regina, at the Pleasant Place Church, Christ Square, Spintex, Accra. Mr Osei-Owusu, the much-experienced photographer behind John Mahama’s excellent photos and videos, has been receiving congratulatory messages following his marriage. “Francis Osei-Owusu, congratulations […]
Morocco earthquake kills More than 1,000 people
875 A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.8 has struck central Morocco, killing at least 1,000 people and causing severe damage in several areas. Residents rushed into the streets when the quake struck at 23:11 local time (22:11 GMT) on Friday. “Violent” tremors were felt in several areas of the country from Casablanca to Marrakesh, where […]
USAID announces $15m support for Africa’s Agriculture at Africa Food Systems Forum
609 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced $15 million in funding support for food systems in Africa at the just-ended Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Deputy USAID Administrator Isobel Coleman and Assistant to the Administrator for the Bureau for Resilience and Food Security Dina Esposito announced […]
GRIDCo blames ‘gas supply challenge’ for Friday’s power outage
580 The Ghana Grid Company Ltd (GRIDCo) has provided more clarity on last night’s widespread power outage that affected various parts of Accra on Friday, September 8, 2023. This comes after the Electricity Company of Ghana attributed the development to a ‘technical challenge emanating from GRIDCo. GRIDCo explained that the power interruption that occurred was […]
Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark
611 A classical music festival in Copenhagen, Denmark, has opened with some canine additions to the orchestra. Footage of the rehearsal shows three dogs participating in the performance of the Hunting Symphony, a little-known piece by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s father, Leopold. Chief conductor Adam Fischer – who auditioned dozens of dogs for the role – […]
AAMUSTED Student Dies After Catching Fire During Rituals
1,027 A student of the Akenten Appiah-Minkah University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development known as Prosper Owusu has died after catching fire during a ritual. Owusu, who served as Chief Priest for the Opoku Ware Hall in the University, was carrying out a fire ritual during a gathering at the campus when something went […]