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July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Hawa Koomson Denies Malice at Ablekuma North Rerun: Says Pepper Spray Was for Self-Defence

Former Awutu-Senya East MP and ex-Fisheries Minister, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has refuted claims that she had any ill intent during her visit to the polling station in the recent Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun. Madam Koomson explained that she carried pepper spray

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Yemen Delays Execution of Indian Nurse on Death Row

Yemeni authorities have postponed the execution of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who was scheduled to be executed on Tuesday, July 16, after being convicted of murder. The temporary delay comes amid ongoing diplomatic and humanitarian efforts to secure a pardon through

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

President Mahama Unveils Plan to Build Six Modern Sports Stadia in New Regions

President John Dramani Mahama has announced an ambitious plan to construct six state-of-the-art sports stadia in Ghana’s newly created regions, as part of efforts to promote equitable access to sports infrastructure and talent development. Speaking during a stop on his “Thank

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

“God Wants Holiness, Not Just Charity” – Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim Teaches on The Ability to See

On The Ability to See series, Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim delivered a powerful message on what truly pleases God, urging listeners to pursue holiness over superficial religious acts. Speaking on AP Radio 105.7, Dr. Ephraim warned against the growing misconception that

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Mahama Declares Illegal Mining a National Emergency, Orders Swift Crackdown

President John Dramani Mahama has officially declared the illegal mining crisis, known locally as galamsey, a national emergency, citing its alarming impact on Ghana’s environment, particularly in forest reserves and water bodies. Speaking at a durbar in the Western North Region

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Four Arrested Over Murder of 70-Year-Old Woman Accused of Witchcraft

Police in the Bunkpurugu Yonyoo District of the North East Region have arrested four people suspected of being involved in the murder of a 70-year-old woman who was accused of witchcraft. According to a police statement released on Tuesday, July 15, the suspects fled Sangbana village following the incident but

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Cable Theft Spree Lands Two Men in Prison for Two Decades

The Assin Nsuaem Kyekyewere Circuit Court has sentenced two men to a combined 20 years in prison for stealing electrical cables from construction sites in Assin Edubiase, located in Ghana’s Central Region. The convicted individuals, 26-year-old labourer Stephen Adu-Gyamfi, also known

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Historic Gandhi Oil Painting Surpasses $200,000 at London Auction

A rare oil painting of Mahatma Gandhi, created by British artist Clare Leighton in 1931, has been sold at auction in London for £152,800 (approximately $204,648). The final price significantly exceeded Bonhams’ pre-sale estimate of £50,000 to £70,000. The portrait was

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

Thai Woman Arrested for Extorting Monks Using Explicit Footage

Thai police have arrested a woman accused of blackmailing Buddhist monks using explicit photos and videos taken during alleged sexual encounters. Authorities say the woman, known publicly as "Ms Golf," extorted nearly 385 million baht (approximately $11.9 million) over the past

July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

British Tennis Star Tara Moore Banned for Four Years Following CAS Ruling

British tennis player Tara Moore has received a four-year ban from the sport following a successful appeal by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA)—despite being previously cleared by an independent tribunal. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) overturned the tribunal’s