Members of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Cabinet have issued a firm warning to foreign nationals planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States: do not overstay your visas. The warning comes as the U.S. gears up to co-host the global football tournament alongside Mexico and Canada, an event expected to attract millions of fans from around the world. While extending a warm welcome to visitors, U.S. officials have reiterated that strict immigration enforcement will remain a top priority throughout the tournament period. They stressed that all attendees must adhere to the terms of their visas and…
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Ghana’s emerging rap talent, Sahene, is quietly stirring up a storm with his single “Gears,” a track that’s fast becoming a fan favorite among Hip-Hop enthusiasts, despite flying under the mainstream radar. Four months after its release, “Gears” continues to make waves across the internet and airwaves, positioning Sahene as one of the most promising voices in the country’s music landscape. The buzz around Gears reached new heights when digital content creator and music critic Kwadwo Sheldon gave the track a glowing endorsement on The Breakdown with KSS. “Yo, this is hard! This is like an anthem for the boys…
Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to urgently outline a clear roadmap for completing the long-delayed collation of parliamentary election results in the Ablekuma North Constituency. The IGP warned that further delays in resolving the impasse could have far-reaching implications for Ghana’s democratic credibility. Ablekuma North remains the only constituency without a Member of Parliament, months after the 2024 general elections, due to unresolved disputes surrounding the outcome of the parliamentary vote. Ahead of a scheduled meeting with the Electoral Commission, Dr. Yohuno emphasized the need for swift action to…
The Minority in Parliament has launched a fierce critique of President John Dramani Mahama’s 120-day performance report, accusing him of abandoning the bold reformist agenda he championed during the campaign and instead presiding over what they described as a “recycled failure.” Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, May 8, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin dismissed the President’s recent national address as a hollow display of self-congratulation that fails to reflect the lived realities of Ghanaians. He argued that the President’s much-touted social contract remains largely unfulfilled. “This is not just a speech; it is a call to remembrance and resistance,”…
Former US First Lady Michelle Obama is embracing therapy as a key part of her personal growth journey. In a heartfelt conversation on On Purpose with Jay Shetty, joined by her brother Craig Robinson and their co-hosts from the IMO podcast, Obama shared that she’s currently in therapy as she navigates a major life transition. “At this phase of my life, I’m in therapy right now because I’m transitioning,” she said. Obama reflected on the emotional toll of maintaining a stable family life under intense public scrutiny. Having spent nearly 20 years with her family in the spotlight — from…
Inter Milan substitute Davide Frattesi struck an extra-time winner to send his side into the Champions League final following a barnstorming 4-3 victory over Barcelona after Francesco Acerbi had rescued them from the brink of elimination with a stunning equaliser deep in added time. Frattesi’s goal and a string of stunning saves by goalkeeper Yann Sommer secured Inter a rip-roaring and record-equalling 7-6 aggregate victory in a semifinal for the ages, which finished with the Italian side reaching the Munich final. They will later this month face either Paris St Germain or Arsenal, who meet on Wednesday. It was a…
On the evening of Wednesday, May 7, 2025, under the domed ceiling of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, 133 cardinals will vote to elect the Catholic Church’s 267th pope. The day will begin at 10:00 (09:00 BST) with a mass in St Peter’s Basilica. The service, which will be televised, will be presided over by Giovanni Battista Re, the 91-year-old Cardinal Dean who was also the celebrant of Pope Francis’ funeral. In the early afternoon, mobile signal within the territory of the Vatican will be deactivated to prevent anyone taking part in the conclave from contacting the outside world. Around 16:15 (15:15…
The rate of inflation declined to 21.2% in April, 2025 – its lowest level in eight months as a stronger cedi has helped curb import-related price pressures. The latest figure marks a slight improvement from the 22.4% recorded in March and reflects the fifth consecutive month of disinflation in 2025. This means consumer prices fell by 0.8% month-on-month during the period under review Both food and non-food inflation moderated during the period, contributing to the downward trend. Food inflation slowed to 25.0% in April from 26.5% in March, while non-food inflation decelerated to 17.9% from 18.7%.
Four individuals standing trial over the recent cocaine bust at the Swissport terminal of the Kotoka International Airport have each been granted bail to the tune of GHC13 million with four sureties. As part of their bail conditions, the accused persons have been directed to report to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) twice every week. Additionally, they have been placed on a no-fly list, and their biodata has been submitted to the Passport Office to prevent them from acquiring new travel documents. The suspects, Gariba Soli, an artefact dealer at the Arts Centre, and three freight forwarders: Josiah Baidoo, Emmanuel…
In an unprecedented move within the Fourth Republic, President John Dramani Mahama has nominated as many as 17 individuals of northern extraction for Municipal and District Chief Executive (MDCE) positions in the Ashanti Region. The development has sparked outrage in some circles, with many questioning the President’s decision to appoint such a large number of northerners over qualified Asantes within the NDC. Comments One person commented on Facebook: “The funny thing is that when you raise issue about this, their usual response will be that you are being tribalistic. Meanwhile, you dare not nominate an Akan person in Volta region…