News - Page 28 of 302

December 26, 2024December 26, 2024

Pope Calls for Negotiations to End Ukraine-Russia War

Pope Francis has urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in negotiations to end the ongoing conflict sparked by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. In his traditional Christmas Day address, the Pope emphasized the need for "boldness" to open the door

December 26, 2024December 26, 2024

Bagbin Calls for Humble Acceptance of 2024 Election Results to Foster Unity and Development

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has urged political leaders and Ghanaians to humbly accept the results of the 2024 general elections, stressing the importance of unity and national development in the wake of the electoral outcome. Bagbin's call follows a

December 26, 2024December 26, 2024

Court Sentences Miner to Two Years for Arson

A 24-year-old small-scale miner, Richard Arthur, also known as Afianga, has been sentenced to two years in prison for setting fire to his stepfather’s mud house. The house, valued at GH¢20,000, along with belongings worth an additional GH¢50,000, was destroyed in

December 26, 2024December 26, 2024

Cholera Outbreak: 4,155 Cases Reported, 35 Fatalities

Ghana has recorded 4,155 suspected cholera cases since October 2024, with 35 deaths confirmed as of December 23. Dr. Patrick Kuma Aboagye, Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), revealed the figures in a statement on Tuesday, December 24. The Western

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024

Valencia Appoint West Brom’s Corberan as New Manager

La Liga strugglers Valencia have appointed West Bromwich Albion manager Carlos Corberan as their new head coach. The Spanish club paid a release clause in Corberan's contract to secure his services. The 41-year-old has signed a deal until the end of

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024

Mahama Shares Heartfelt Christmas Message, Vows To Serve All Ghanaians

President-elect John Mahama has shared a heartfelt Christmas message, expressing gratitude for the trust placed in him and reaffirming his commitment to lead a united and prosperous Ghana. In his address, Mahama emphasized his vision for an inclusive nation founded on

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024

President Akufo-Addo Extends Best Wishes to Ghana’s Incoming Leadership

In his final Christmas message to the nation, President Akufo-Addo has congratulated President-elect John Mahama and Members of Parliament-elect following the successful completion of Ghana's 2024 general elections. Akufo-Addo commended the peaceful, free, and fair election process, describing it as a

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024

Gunmen Attack Haiti Hospital, Killing Three Including Journalists

At least three people, including two journalists and a police officer, were killed in a shooting at the General Hospital in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The attack occurred during a briefing to announce the reopening of the country's largest public hospital, which had

December 25, 2024December 25, 2024

Three Robbers Sentenced To 125 Years In Prison For Volta Region Heist

Three men have been sentenced to a total of 125 years in prison with hard labor by the Ho Circuit Court for their involvement in a robbery that occurred in the Volta Region in May 2021. Nzete Chukunhru Best, Mark Billy

December 24, 2024December 24, 2024

Nkunku Offered To Barcelona, Rashford Future Uncertain

Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku has been offered to Barcelona by his agent, according to reports. Meanwhile, Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim faces no pressure to play Marcus Rashford, despite the England international's potential value in a potential January transfer. Other transfer