A 7.8-magnitude earthquake left more than 500 people dead and many trapped as it toppled buildings in southern Turkey and northern Syria on Monday. More casualties were feared in the aftermath of the early morning temblor. At a news conference, Turkish Vice President Fuat Oktay confirmed at least 284 had been killed in the country. The …

The 19-year-old orphan science student who obtained 7As and B3 in West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) but ended up selling tomatoes and onions on the streets of Koforidua due to financial challenges has gained admission on sponsorship to pursue Doctor of Pharmacy program at Kwame Nkrumah University of …

  Pope Francis waves to the crowds from his popemobile at the John Garang mausoleum in Juba before delivering an open-air mass. By Simon MAINA (AFP) Pope Francis flew home Sunday with the leaders of the Anglican and Scottish churches after a joint trip to violence-plagued South Sudan, where he …

Armed military personnel on Thursday intervened in a standoff between staff of Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and some management of the University for Development Studies City Campus in Tamale. This occurred when personnel from the Northern Electricity Distribution Company disconnected the University over failure to settle years of debt, …

He was Ghana’s Prime Minister from 1969 to 1972 and is credited with his efforts to restore civilian government to Ghana following military rule. Dr. Kofi Abrefa Busia achieved many strides in education which appeared to have been his first love before his full conversion into politics. In this piece, we explore …

Are you aware that there are certain reasons why a man may feel sharp pain in his testicles? The balls are extremely significant organs in a man’s body since they promote or generate testosterone and also aid in the development and storage of sperm cells, therefore any changes in the …

Sugar consumption has a significant impact on vaginal health. Here are some of the ways sugar affects the female genitalia: Yeast Infections: According to Healthline, consuming large amounts of sugar can increase the growth of Candida albicans, a type of yeast that can cause vaginal yeast infections. Yeast thrives on sugar, and when …

Accrding to Healthline, If you’re having pain during penetration, a “tight” vagina could be an indicator of a more serious problem. When you’re aroused, your vaginal muscles loosen up on their own. Your vagina won’t loosen, lubricate itself, or stretch if you aren’t in the mood for or physically able to …

Bishop Xavier Novell of Spain has reportedly left the Catholic Church after falling in love with an author of demonic erotic novels. The 52-year-old priest, who became Spain’s youngest bishop in 2010, submitted his resignation at the end of last month, citing “personal reasons”. According to the Catholic website Religión …

Urine has a natural odor that is unique to everyone. From time to time, you may observe that your urine smells stronger than it usually does. You may not need to be anxious about this. But in some cases, having strong or usual urine odor could be a result of …

The Upper East Regional Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Kasimu Abudulai, has bemoaned increasing reports of clients being asked to pay illegal charges when they visit healthcare facilities in the region. He said some members of the public in the region, who are beneficiaries of the National …

The nerves of the penis play a crucial role in $exual function and sensation. Damage to these nerves can lead to a variety of conditions that can greatly impact a man’s quality of life. Some of the most common conditions that can damage the nerves of the penis include diabetes, …

CANCER! As scary as the word sounds, means a lot of different things. However, the most common among all these is the disease. This is caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body. There are many types of cancers that attack the human body …

  Naa Korkoi Essah   The term Public Relations (PR) has gained notoriety over the years, but it isn’t everyone that understands its true meaning. An organization remains alive due to its relationship with the public. Strengthening public relations means strengthening institution’s visibility and reputation and this is what Naa …

Some concerned students of the University of Ghana (UG), have held a protest dubbed ‘Ya br3 Mo’ to register their displeasure with the recent increment in Academic Facility User Fees (AFUF). The protest, which took place today, Friday, 3 February 2023, saw the students converge at the Obra Spot in …

Human immune virus (HIV) refers to an infection that can be spread from person to person through intercourse, or the use of sharp objects with an infected person. It can lead to the weakening of your immune system thereby exposing you to diseases. According to Mayo Clinic, what people can do …

  If you have O positive or O negative blood, there are certain foods that you should avoid in order to maintain optimal health. These foods can have negative effects on your body, and can even increase your risk of certain health conditions. One of the main foods that you …

The Korle Bu Doctors Association (KODA) is threatening to withdraw its services to the Out-Patient Department and elective surgeries over unpaid arrears. The strike is expected to commence from February 6 to 10, should Management fail to come up with clear timelines for payment of 13th-month salary areas. “If nothing …

Salt, also known as sodium chloride, is a widely used ingredient in cooking. While it can enhance the flavor of food, it is important to be aware of the potential negative effects of consuming too much salt on one’s health. According to WebMD, various studies have linked excessive salt intake to …

It took years for Marie Louise Wambale to re-establish her life after fighting between M23 rebels and the army of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the country’s eastern region forced her to flee with almost nothing about a decade ago. Like most Catholics in the eastern DRC, …

The UK economy will shrink and perform worse than other advanced economies as the cost of living continues to hit households, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said. The IMF said the economy will contract by 0.6% in 2023, rather than grow slightly as previously predicted. However, the IMF also …

The 37 Military Hospital has been sued together with a doctor, the Chief of Defence Staff and government by a family of a 48-year-old man who died at the facility. The plaintiff is also demanding GH¢2 million damages for medical negligence leading to the deceased’s death. The family contends that …

Dr. Paul Adu said in a recent tweet that men who eat gobe (also called gari and beans) are more likely to get women pregnant faster than men who don’t. Many people may be surprised by this statement, but there is scientific evidence to back it up. Gobe is a …

There are many strange cultures in the world that are hard to understand but still interesting enough to get people talking about them. In South America, the Yanomami people are also called Yanam or Senema. They live in Venezuela and parts of Brazil. This tribe is not interested in modernization …

Ghana recorded four deaths and 116 confirmed cases of the Monkeypox disease in 2022, in 14 out of the 16 regions. Two deaths were recorded in Upper East and one each in the Greater Accra and Central regions. The Savannah and Ahafo regions did not record any cases, Dr Farida …

Pupils of Wiaga Kpandema Primary School in the Builsa North municipality of the Upper East Region are forced to sit or lie on the bare floor for studies due to the lack of adequate furniture in the school. The pupils from KG one to primary six sit on the bare …

  African American man holding his chest. A heart attack is a medical emergency. A heart attack usually occurs when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the heart. If you were to suffer a heart attack while in the company of people, calling out for help is probably the …

  Facebook-parent company, Meta has said that it will restore former President Donald Trump’s accounts on Facebook and Instagram in the coming weeks, just over two years after suspending him in the wake of the January 6 Capitol attack.   Meta made the landmark decision to bar Trump from posting …

The West Africa Examinations Council (WAEC) has cancelled the subject results of 416 School candidates who took part in the 2022 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). This follows the completion of WAEC’s investigations carried out into some cases of examination malpractice detected during the conduct of the examinations. The results …

    An award-winning Ghanaian musician, Bashir Annan, popularly known in showbiz as Gambo, is billed to embark on his tour of the United States of America (USA).   The ‘Drip’ Rapper will commence his major tour of 2023 in Washington DC in February.     His tour will see …