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Officials announced a second death and said that more than a dozen people remain unaccounted for after heavy rain.
The police fired at the knife-wielding woman after trying to use less lethal force, officials said.
The country is seeking urgent help from a special U.N. climate fund, but the program lacks money because the United States and others have been reluctant to contribute.
Swansea City complete permanent move for promising midfielder Tom Iorpenda from Huddersfield Town.
Canyons, small streams and dry creek beds in the West can be deceptively dangerous, trapping hikers when rainfall upstream causes rapidly rising water.
Donors, politicians and Jewish leaders questioned the Met’s decision to honor Galliano, a fashion designer who was found guilty of a hate crime for his antisemitic outbursts.
The bodies of at least two people were found and more than a dozen were missing. Further storms could hinder rescue efforts on Monday.
For Tibule, the recognition marks its first appearance at the Gong Gong Awards and a significant milestone for the team behind the work.
The 2026 Kosmos Innovation Centre (KIC) AgriTech Challenge Pro has reached another important milestone, with participating teams taking part in their first pitch, marking a significant step in their journey from innovative ideas to viable agribusinesses.
Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has concluded a meeting with the leadership of the teacher unions to address concerns relating to the placement of teachers on the appropriate salary scales. Following the engagement, the teacher unions have agreed to call off their threatened strike action, following assurances and concrete measures agreed upon to resolve the […]
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has more than tripled its accumulated fund from GH¢110.59 million in 2024 to GH¢375.19 million in 2025
Twenty-five radiographers and sonographers across Ghana have undergone hands-on training to strengthen the diagnosis and management of childhood cancers using Ghana’s first National Paediatric Imaging Protocol.
About 15 people remain missing at the Grand Canyon after a severe flash flood struck the national park, damaging footbridges and forcing the evacuation of dozens of hikers and campers, according to park officials. The National Park Service adjusted its initial working estimate of 20 missing people downward as rescue coordination continued. Officials collaborated with […]
Travis Fuller was from my hometown. I went back and talked with his family about how they made sense of his death, 25 years after Sept. 11.
The GOP-controlled chamber plans to vote on a bill to prevent a shutdown before the election. It may also vote on censuring a Republican and Russia sanctions.
BBC Sport explores the ongoing dispute over scheduling issues and late-night finishes at tennis' Grand Slam events.
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All you need to know about Katie Taylor's farewell fight against Flora Pili at Croke Park in Dublin on Saturday night.
Glenn McGrath-like Ollie Robinson has Australia to thank for bringing back into fashion an age-old tactic which is fuelling his success.
For all the new signings, it is still captain Bruno Fernandes who sets the standard at Manchester United, writes Simon Stone.
Ipswich Town manager Gary O'Neil questions the handball rule after a loophole allowed Harry Maguire's handling offence to stand as a Jacob Greaves own goal.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is "really pleased" with his team as Bruno Fernandes' hat-trick inspires a 5-2 comeback win over Ipswich Town, following last weekend's opening-day defeat.
Substitute Wilson Isidor strikes in the 75th minute to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory for Sunderland over Fulham at the Stadium of Light.
Chelsea's new goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made his debut in a thrilling 4-3 win over Brighton - but is unable to solve his new club's defensive problems on his own.
Pakistan's Saud Shakeel hits a brilliant 97 against England, but falls just short of his century as he's caught by Harry Brook off the bowling of Josh Tongue, as England close in on victory in the second Test at Lord's.
Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the new Premier League season as they held on to defeat Brighton in an entertaining match at Stamford Bridge.
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The Chief of Staff at the Office of the President, Dr Julius Debrah, has called for a strong partnership between the government and the church to address national challenges for the benefit of all Ghanaians. “Our communities definitely continue to face the challenges of poverty, teenage pregnancy, substance abuse, indiscipline, crime and weakening of our revered family values,” he stressed.
Corporate Ghana traded suits, office desks, and boardroom meetings for football boots, running shoes, swimming gear, and sporting rivalry on Saturday, August 29, as the JoySports Invitational Tournament 2026 turned the University of Ghana Sports Stadium into a vibrant hub of competition, fitness, and networking.
British heavyweight Moses Itauma was taught a harsh lesson at world level - what can he learn from defeat and where does the 21-year-old go next?
For two years, Ghanaians watched the cedi bleed so badly, as the then government suffered unending, brutal criticism. Every morning, the forex bureaus posted a new, worse rate, and the blame game was also on. We blamed speculators. We blamed the Bank of Ghana. We blamed the Finance Minister. And we blamed government for “mismanaging” the economy.
Rising rugby star Stella Orrin reflects on her pride at making her senior Wales debut as she targets a first cap in the autumn internationals.
The government is set to open the book-build for a new four-year cedi-denominated Treasury Bond on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, as it seeks to raise funds from investors through the domestic capital market.
Concerned electricity consumers in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region are set to take to the streets on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, to protest what they describe as persistent over-billing, estimated electricity bills and delays in repairing or replacing faulty meters.
Shakur Stevenson and Tony Bellew believe Moses Itauma still has what it takes to become a world champion after losing to Filip Hrgovic for the IBF heavyweight title.
Will Aryna Sabalenka rediscover her mojo? How will Carlos Alcaraz's comeback go? And can Novak Djokovic win? It's time for the 2026 US Open singles.
About 10 cattle have reportedly died at Abrewanko, a farming community under Pai Katanga in the Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region, after they had come into contact with a high-tension electricity cable that had fallen into a stream.
Ibrahim Kailani Kpa, alias “Powder Guy”, a social media influencer, has denied charges of defrauding seven persons of $32,000 under the pretext of securing visas for them.
Ghanaian youth climate advocates are demanding that at least 40% of the country’s annual climate adaptation budget be allocated to the Upper East, Upper West, Northern and Savannah regions.
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has challenged Christian leaders across Africa to guard against materialism, carnality and complacency, warning that such tendencies could undermine the credibility of the Christian faith.
MyPillow founder Mike Lindell has long denied President Donald Trump’s loss in the 2020 presidential election.
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Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has issued a stern warning to newly recruited parliamentary security officers against reporting for duty under the influence of alcohol, cautioning that repeated breaches of the directive could cost them their jobs.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has hit back at Donald Trump by installing a large sign on Canada's shoreline with the message: "Lake Ontario. Now and Always."
More than 50 acres of farmland cultivated with maize, groundnuts, pepper and cassava have reportedly been destroyed by sand-winning activities at Tsumkpo in the Shai Osudoku District of the Greater Accra Region.
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commended the Dagbon Traditional Council for maintaining the Peace Accord following the death of the late Ya-Na Abukari II.
Bundesliga newcomers Elversberg hold on to secure a famous 3-2 win over Bayer Leverkusen at home. Elversverg has a population of just 13,000 people and is the smallest town to host a Bundesliga club.
BBC Sport pundit Ashley Williams analyses Alex Scott's "impressive" display, after the midfielder scored Bournemouth's only goal in their 1-1 draw against Everton in the Premier League.
