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Sierra Leone Protest: Eight officers killed

Eight police officers were killed during violent anti-government protests in Sierra Leone on Wednesday, the country’s youth minister told CNN on Thursday. The officers, six men and two women, were “brutalized” and killed in the area where the protests held on Wednesday, youth minister Mohamed Orman Bangura said. Hundreds of …

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5 Brain Exercises to Improve Memory and Sharpen Your Mind

The brain is essential to everything we do, so training it can enhance memory, focus, or other aspects of daily functioning. This article will discuss easy brain games you may play. Research has revealed that there are numerous approaches to improve mental acuity and support brain health, regardless of age. …

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John Mensah Sarbah’s bust still missing at UG

The bust of John Mensah Sarbah has not been found a week after it was vandalised and stolen during a clash between students affiliated with Commonwealth and Mensah Sarbah halls of the University of Ghana, Legon. The bust was mounted in honour of Mensah Sarbah, a lawyer, for his contribution …

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Violent protests in Sierra Leone over cost of living

Anti-government protesters are clashing with police in Sierra Leone’s opposition areas. It has been reported that a number of officers and protesters have died. Many Sierra Leoneans have been rallying against the high cost of living, corruption and police brutality. Protesters in Freetown are also calling for President Julius Maada …

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Stroke is dangerous, stop eating these 3 foods excessively

Having a stroke is a medical emergency that can happen when your brain doesn’t get enough blood to work. Atherosclerosis is a condition in which the blood vessels called arteries that bring blood to the brain become clogged with fat and other things. This blood has the oxygen and nutrients …

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Chadians who reject marriage proposals to pay fine

People who refuse a marriage proposal in Mangalmé in north-eastern Chad must now pay a fine, known as “amchilini”. The region’s Higher Islamic Council ruled that the figure be between $23 (£18) and $39 for women and $15 for men. The Chadian Women’s Rights League has launched the hashtag #StopAmchilini …

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Egyptian woman delivers a boy on Jeddah to Cairo flight

A Cairo-bound plane witnessed the birth of a baby boy during its flight from Jeddah on Sunday. A pregnant Egyptian young woman gave birth to the baby on board flynas flight No. XY565. The Egyptian family is excited to welcome their new member, who was an additional passenger when the …

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How dangerous are blue balls?

‘Blue balls’ is a colloquial form of epididymal hypertension. When a man is aroused, blood usually flows through his arteries to his genital, this makes him have an erection which ought to lead to ejaculation. A man experiences blue balls as a result of sexual arousal without orgasm. This makes …

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ConCourt dismisses Magashule’s bid to overturn his ANC suspension

The Constitutional Court has dismissed Ace Magashule’s application to appeal his suspension as the ANC’s secretary-general. In a short judgment, the apex court said Magashule had no prospects of successfully appealing his suspension. This is yet another court bid he has lost on the matter. Another blow for Ace Magashule …

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30 Problems That (Garlic) Solve Better Than The Medications

1) INSOMNIA , DIABETES , HYPERTENSION ,MIGRAINE Eating a few garlic cloves every day will keep you safe from all these diseases. The blood is purified and rid of a lot of toxins. Make the experiment and you will not be disappointed because it is the daily health without medication. …

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Try these home remedies to reduce high blood pressure

High blood pressure also known as hypertension is a dangerous condition that can damage your heart. According to research, It affects one in three people in the US and 1 billion people worldwide. High blood pressure is labelled a “silent killer” because it normally doesn’t exhibit symptoms until the heart …

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VIDEO: Man gunned down in a bizarre incident

A man believed to be in his early 40,s has been gunned down while he was pleading for mercy from his killers. In a viral video watched by Filasconews.com, the man seen dropping something on the ground in a bush while he pleads with his killers. Through the pleading, of …

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UDS: SSA, GAUA, TEWU on indefinite strike

The Executive Councils of the Senior Staff Association (SSA)-UoG, Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) and the Teachers Educational and Workers’ Union (TEWU) at the University for Development Studies (UDS) have declared an indefinite industrial strike. The strike, which is against management of the UDS takes effect today, Wednesday, 10 …

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Fuel prices rise in Rwanda despite government subsidy

Rwanda has increased its fuel prices, reflecting the little impact the bi-monthly government subsidy has had. The latest prices, effective Monday, August 8, will see a litre of petrol retail at Rwf1,609 ($ 1.54), up from Rwf1,460 ($1.39) two months ago. A litre of diesel will sell at Rwf1,607 ($1.53), …

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KNUST to suspend final-year student over alleged rape

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has activated processes to suspend a final-year Business Administration student standing trial for allegedly raping a first-year female student of the university. Joel Osei Owusu and his accomplice, L/Cpl Frank Adu Poku are currently standing trial for the alleged rape incident …

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Husband stabbed to death by wife’s jealous lesbian partner

A man has been murdered by a jealous lesbian partner of his wife, who his wife has been dating secretly. Ikechukwu Onuma, also known as Ayaaya Onye-Obodo, was fatally stabbed in Onitsha, Anambra State, allegedly by his wife’s lover. According to reports, the incident took place on Monday evening, August …

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School feeding meals lack nutrients – Nutritionist

A professor of public health nutrition at the University of Health and Allied Sciences, Francis Zotor, has expressed worry over the poor meals given to students under the National School Feeding Programme. According to him, most of the food served to the pupils is nutritionally deficient, a situation he lamented …

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WATCH: Video Of 3 University Students Trending On Social Media

The Video Of The 3 University Students Trending On Social Media(VIDEO) A video of three university students has set internet ablaze and many are talking especially parents. The three students, two male level 300 students and a final year female students filmed themselves in an act in a room. I’m …

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Women urged to adopt regular breast cancer screening

Women have been urged to adopt regular breast cancer screening to avoid late stages of the disease to prevent early deaths. The disease when detected earlier can be treated and cured, according to the President of Breast Care International (BCI), Dr Mrs Beatrice Wiafe Addai. She said this during free …

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Home Remedies For Itchy Skin

1. Moisturizers. Moisturizers, such as creams and lotions, can help hydrate the outermost layer of the skin. They are often essential for managing skin conditions that cause itching and dryness. A good moisturizer will contain humectants and emollients. Humectants draw water into the skin, while emollients form a protective film …

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