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Joanne Deborah Chesimard was her real name when she was born, but “Assata Olugbala Shakur” became a more well-known moniker. According to reports, Assata, a native New Yorker, is the first terrorist to be listed as The Guardian’s most wanted woman. Between 1971 and 1977, when she initially gained notoriety, …

The Atlas Lions of Morocco have beaten Portugal in the quarter-finals to become the first African country to reach the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The Atlas Lions of Morocco have beaten Portugal in the quarter-finals to become the first African country to reach the semi-finals of the …

The much anticipated FIFA World Cup kickstarts in 23 days as Qatar become the first Arabian national to host the biggest football festival in the world. 32 countries out of the 211 national associations including the Black Stars of Ghana will be competing for the golden trophy worth $42 Million. …

Over the years, Nigerians have experienced series of event in the hands of dangerous criminals in different states across the country. From the 80s, 90s and the 2000s, Nigeria has recorded a number of criminal masterminds over a period of time. These criminals have been known for their vile nature, …

Ghana has, for ages, been noted for its traditional music – from drumming to the fusion of African and Western rhythms, one genre of music that has stood tall over time was highlife. In the 20th century, King Bruce was touted as a composer and arranger of black beats. He …

The founder and President of Worldwide Miracle Outreach, Reverend Lawrence Tetteh, has stated that all-night church services do not have any spiritual connotations. Speaking on Thursday, August 24, 2022, edition of GBC’s Breakfast Show, the renowned preacher revealed that all-night services in Ghana became part of the charismatic movement due …

A group calling itself ‘The Movement for Bawumia 2024’, otherwise known as ‘The Bawus’, has challenged the eligibility of Trade Minister Alan Kyerematen, one of the frontrunners in the governing New Patriotic Party’s flag bearer race ahead of the 2024 general elections. According to the National Chairman of the group, …

Ghana international Kevin-Prince Boateng has become the first player to marry in the metaverse. The metaverse is a virtual reality, where friends and family get to take part in a ceremony in an online form. The 35-year-old married his girlfriend Valentina Fradegrada on Saturday in Siena, Italy at a lovely …

There is a history in all men’s lives; William Shakespeare’s once said, and such history has definitely been created with some events that have happened during the 6-year term of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. From fracas between individuals, to the construction of projects, to controversies by government appointees, President Nana Addo …

A local news station in Texas has hired news anchors who are all Black women. Jasmin Caldwell, Taheshah Moise and meteorologist Ashley Carter have been hosting Texas Today, a weekday morning news show on KCEN since May 2. KCEN, an NBC affiliate, serves Temple, Waco, Killeen, and the surrounding areas. …