World
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Donal Trump suspends new student visa appointments, Ghanaian applicants affected
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has directed American embassies around the world to halt new appointments for student visa interviews, as part of efforts to increase social media ba…
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Ghanaian and Nigerian nationals face trial in India over $94,000 fraud scheme
At least seven nationals from Ghana and Nigeria are set to face trial in India after allegedly defrauding over 350 victims of more than $94,000, according to the Punjab State Police. The suspects, al…
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Japanese minister, Taku Etō resigns after saying he doesn’t buy rice
Japan’s agriculture minister has resigned after saying he never buys rice because he gets it free, a remark that drew public fury in a country facing soaring food prices. Taku Etō’s resignation has a…
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Prof. Aning says Burkina Faso’s ties with Russia not a problem
Prof. Kwesi Aning, Head of the Office for International Cooperation at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC), says Burkina Faso’s deepening relationship with Russia shoul…
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Ex US President Joe Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer
Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, a statement from his office said on Sunday. Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after he saw a docto…
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Mali millitary gov’t dissolves all political parties after opposition figures ‘arrested’
Mali’s military government has dissolved all political parties after accusations from rights groups that opposition figures have been arrested. Assimi Goita, who seized power in two army coups in 202…
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Interpol discovers 150 stolen cars from Canada in Ghana, Nigeria and other countries
A major international police operation has uncovered a widespread vehicle trafficking network in West Africa, leading to the detection of around 150 stolen vehicles and the seizure of more than 75 in…
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Happy May Day; Celebrating the unyielding spirit of workers
May 1st, or May Day, is a day to commemorate the tireless efforts and sacrifices of workers around the world. It’s a day to recognize the backbone of our societies, the ones who toil day and night to…
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Newly elected PM Mark Carney says Canada will ‘never’ yield to Trump’s threats
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his country would “never” yield to the United States as he declared victory in federal elections early Tuesday, April 30, 2025, following a campaign overshado…
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Conclave set for May 7 to choose new Pope
The College of Cardinals has officially announced that the conclave to elect the 267th pope will commence on May 7, following the death and burial of Pope Francis. The announcement was made on Monday…