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…
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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…
There is a renewed sense of hope in Bawku, as the area has remained quiet and peaceful since Otumfuo Osei Tutu II resumed his mediation efforts in the Kusasi-Mamprusi conflict. According to Henry Mbila Adusa, a youth leader in Bawku, not a single gunshot has been fired since last week’s mediation meetings held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. “Otumfuo’s mediation is working,” he stated during an interview with Metro TV on Tuesday. However, he appealed to the Asantehene to expedite the mediation process so that the long-awaited lasting peace can be achieved. Postponement The Bawku peace mediation at the…
Nana Konadu Yiadom III, the Asantehemaa, conveyed a special message to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to commemorate his 75th birthday on Tuesday. The message was personally delivered during their meeting at the King’s residence in Manhyia Palace. Accompanied by an entourage of traditional authorities, royals, and courtiers, the Asantehemaa extended her best wishes to Otumfuo. It was a heartwarming occasion as both the King and the Asantehemaa, dressed in white, sat together and enjoyed each other’s company. They exchanged pleasantries and engaged in light-hearted conversations. Traditional authorities, royals, and other attendees had the opportunity to pay homage to…
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday, May 5, dismissed Sudan’s case accusing the United Arab Emirates of fueling genocide in Darfur by supplying weapons to paramilitary forces, saying it lacked jurisdiction. Sudan had argued before the U.N.’s top court last month that the UAE was violating the Genocide Convention by supporting paramilitary forces in Darfur, but the UAE said the case should be thrown out. On Monday, May 5, the court agreed with the UAE’s arguments, rejected Sudan’s request for emergency measures, and ordered the case to be removed from its docket. Due to the lack of jurisdiction…
AngloGold Ashanti PLC and Gold Fields have agreed to pause discussions about a proposed joint venture to combine their Iduapriem and Tarkwa gold mines, two years after talks commenced. The companies proposed the combination of the neighbouring mines in March 2023 and spent much of the intervening time in a constructive dialogue with the government to obtain the necessary approvals. Over that time however, AngloGold Ashanti says it has identified changes in its standalone mine plan for Iduapriem which have the potential to unlock significant additional value. “The companies have decided to pause discussions around the joint venture to allow…