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December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Ashanti Region Records First Cholera Cases

The Ashanti Region has reported its first cases of cholera, with five confirmed cases recorded across three districts. Sekyere South District has the highest number of cases, while Kumasi and Bekwai have each recorded one case. The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Australian Youth Pastor Dies in Shark Attack

Luke Walford, a beloved youth pastor from the Cathedral of Praise church in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia, tragically died after a shark attack while spearfishing with his family. Emergency services responded to reports of a critical injury and found Walford suffering from

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Georgia Christian College Wins Access to State Financial Aid

Luther Rice College and Seminary in Georgia has secured access to state-backed financial aid programs after successfully challenging a state rule that previously prohibited religious schools from participating. The college, which had been excluded from programs like the HOPE and Zell

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

Ghana National Awards 2024: Eight Institutions Honoured for Exceptional Contributions

Recognition of Excellence Across Sectors at Accra Ceremony The Ghana National Awards 2024 took place at the Accra International Conference Centre, where eight distinguished institutions were honoured for their outstanding contributions to national development and global partnerships. The awards were presented

December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

2024 WASSCE Results Released; 483 Candidates’ Entire Results Cancelled

WAEC Announces Provisional Results; Decline in Performance Noted The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the provisional results of candidates who sat for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The results, made available on Monday, December

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Deadly Plane Crash in South Korea Kills 179

At least 179 people have lost their lives in a tragic plane crash at Muan International Airport in South Korea. A Jeju Air flight carrying 175 passengers and six crew members from Bangkok, Thailand, skidded off the runway during landing

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Tourist Killed In Shark Attack In Egypt’s Marsa Alam

A tourist was killed and another injured in a shark attack in the Red Sea resort of Marsa Alam, Egypt. The Egyptian Ministry of Environment confirmed the incident, stating that the attack occurred in deep water outside the designated swimming

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Former US President Jimmy Carter Dies at Age 100

Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has passed away at the age of 100, according to a statement from the Carter Center. Carter, who served as president from 1977 to 1981, holds the record as the longest-living president

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Krontihene of Akyem Asuom Prays Ghana Never Endures Another Presidency Like Akufo-Addo’s

Nana Boadi Amponim Abodade III criticizes Akufo-Addo's leadership, expressing hope for a brighter future under President Mahama The Krontihene of Akyem Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Abodade III, has passionately expressed his desire for Ghana to never experience another presidency like that

December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Police Shoot Dead Robbery Suspect in Late-Night Clash on Wenchi-Awisa Road

A police night patrol intercepted a gang of armed robbers on the Wenchi-Awisa road, resulting in a deadly confrontation that left one suspect dead, while others managed to flee the scene. The incident occurred around 3:40 am on Saturday, December 28,