31 h. ago US judge blocks Trump religious exemption to birth control coverage

A U.S. judge on Wednesday struck down rules adopted during President Donald Trump's first term that exempted employers with religious or moral objections from having to provide workers with insurance coverage for birth control.

Politics

35 h. ago Justice Oppong recalled to the bench as Prof Atuguba takes over Ghana School of Law

A Justice of the Court of Appeal, who also served as Director of the Ghana School of Law, Justice Nana Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, has been recalled to the judiciary to perform his duties as a judge fully. Justice Oppong has therefore been directed by the Acting Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, to hand over […]

Politics

43 h. ago Koforidua Catholic Bishop warns clergy against unfounded prophecies after helicopter crash

The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Koforidua, Most Rev. Joseph Afrifah-Agyekum, has urged religious leaders to exercise restraint and sensitivity when speaking publicly about the August 6 helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Dr Edward Omane Boamah and seven others. Speaking at a vigil organised by the Eastern Region branch of the National […]

Events

43 h. ago Putin Hails Trump’s Ukraine Efforts, Eyes Nuclear Deal at Alaska Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/putin-hails-trumps-ukraine-efforts-eyes-nuclear-deal-at-alaska-summit/Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Donald Trump’s “energetic and sincere” push to end the Ukraine war while suggesting a potential breakthrough on nuclear arms control ahead of their high-stakes Alaska summit. The remarks signal a diplomatic thaw even as both nations maneuver cautiously around deep-seated tensions. “The current American administration is making quite energetic efforts […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/putin-hails-trumps-ukraine-efforts-eyes-nuclear-deal-at-alaska-summit/

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44 h. ago How Brisk Walking can help control Blood Sugar and Lower Blood Pressure

Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension are on the rise in Ghana. This week, I share highlights of some local research that looked at the impact of brisk walking on blood sugar levels and blood pressure of adults living with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.

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46 h. ago Ghana’s Iron Ore Dream Takes Root with Historic Exploration Milestone

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-iron-ore-dream-takes-root-with-historic-exploration-milestone/Ghana has crossed a significant threshold in its mining evolution. The nation’s pioneering iron ore exploration project has successfully concluded its drilling phase at the Gyamurume block in Asato, Oti Region. This landmark effort, spearheaded by Africa Exploration and Minerals Group Ltd (AEMG) and fully funded by Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC, aims to unlock a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-iron-ore-dream-takes-root-with-historic-exploration-milestone/

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55 h. ago Melania Trump threatens to sue Hunter Biden for $1bn over Epstein claim

First Lady Melania Trump has threatened to sue Hunter Biden for more than $1bn after he claimed she was introduced to her husband by sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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60 h. ago Fire officers contain inferno at Nogora commercial enclave at Ho Technical University

Fire officers moved in swiftly to contain a ravaging fire at a commercial enclave, known as Nogora Junction at Ho Technical University in the Volta Region. The officers numbering about 20, under the lead of the Ho Municipal Fire Officer, Divisional Officer II Seth Tey brought the fire under control to prevent further damage. The […]

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61 h. ago European leaders tentatively hopeful after call with Trump ahead of Putin summit

European leaders appeared cautiously optimistic after holding a virtual meeting with Donald Trump on Wednesday, two days before he meets his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

Politics

67 h. ago Time to harness the religious tourism potential of our country

Last Tuesday, I was at the Kotoka International Airport preparing to travel to Kenya on a national assignment. While going through departure formalities, my attention was drawn to the fact that there were so many hundreds of people who had also lined up to go through the process. My observation led to the realisation that […]

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67 h. ago Six convicted as NACOC destroys seized drugs in Savannah Region

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has destroyed quantities of illicit drugs and other illegal substances in the Savannah Region, following joint operations with the Ghana Police Service. The substances were seized from individuals during targeted enforcement actions aimed at tackling the growing menace of drug abuse and trafficking. As a result of the operations, the […]

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2 d. ago Google Lets Users Prioritize Favorite News Outlets in Search Results

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/google-lets-users-prioritize-favorite-news-outlets-in-search-results/Google is expanding its “Preferred Sources” feature to all users in the U.S. and India, enabling personalized control over the Top Stories section in search results. English-language searchers can now tap a star icon next to headlines to prioritize content from specific publishers like The New York Times or The Times of India. Once selected, a dedicated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/google-lets-users-prioritize-favorite-news-outlets-in-search-results/

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2 d. ago Ghana Banks Trade Safety Buffers for Growth as Liquidity Dips

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-banks-trade-safety-buffers-for-growth-as-liquidity-dips/Ghana’s banking sector is actively shifting cash reserves into loans and investments, driving economic growth but shrinking critical liquidity buffers. New data reveals core liquid assets plunged from 38.9% of total assets in October 2024 to 28.9% by June 2025 a 22.7% drop. Similarly, coverage of short-term liabilities fell from 47% to 35.3%, signaling tighter […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-banks-trade-safety-buffers-for-growth-as-liquidity-dips/

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2 d. ago Republic Bank celebrated as sole financier of a historic breakthrough in Ghana’s mining sector

In a landmark achievement for Ghana’s natural resource development, Africa Exploration and Minerals Group Ltd (AEMG), a solely owned Ghanaian exploration company has successfully concluded the drilling phase of the country’s first-ever Mineral Resource Estimation (MRE) for iron ore, conducted at the Gyamurume Iron Ore Block in the Oti Region. This pioneering initiative, fully financed […]

Events

3 d. ago US deficit grows to $291bn in July despite tariff revenue surge

 The U.S. government's budget deficit grew nearly 20% in July to $291 billion despite a nearly $21 billion jump in customs duty collections from President Donald Trump's tariffs, with outlays growing faster than receipts, the Treasury Department said on Tuesday.

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3 d. ago Judge orders Trump administration to restore part of UCLA’s suspended funding

A U.S. judge on Tuesday ordered President Donald Trump's administration to restore a part of the federal grant funding that it recently suspended for the University of California, Los Angeles.

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3 d. ago Ghana Narcotics Agency Nabs Key Suspect in Major Airport Drug Bust

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-narcotics-agency-nabs-key-suspect-in-major-airport-drug-bust/Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has apprehended Lincoln Nii Okaija, the prime suspect behind a foiled attempt to smuggle 738 parcels of suspected cannabis through Kotoka International Airport. Okaija was arrested at the Aflao border while fleeing to Togo en route to France, ending a days-long manhunt. Authorities confirmed Okaija played a central role in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-narcotics-agency-nabs-key-suspect-in-major-airport-drug-bust/

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3 d. ago Ghana’s RTI Commission Pushes Transparency in Upper East Training

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-rti-commission-pushes-transparency-in-upper-east-training/The Right to Information Commission (RTIC) is ramping up enforcement of Ghana’s transparency law, training Information Services Department (ISD) staff across the Upper East Region to demystify public access protocols. At a Bolgatanga workshop, RTIC officials drilled 15 municipal and district PROs on handling information requests, annual reporting duties, and navigating exemptions under the 2019 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-rti-commission-pushes-transparency-in-upper-east-training/

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3 d. ago Nigeria’s Lassa Fever Deaths Climb to 155 Amid Wider Outbreak

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerias-lassa-fever-deaths-climb-to-155-amid-wider-outbreak/Nigeria’s public health authorities confirm the Lassa fever death toll has reached 155, with at least three fatalities recorded this month alone. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported 825 confirmed cases nationwide since January, alongside more than 6,520 suspected infections. A slight decline in the death rate among confirmed patients brings […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerias-lassa-fever-deaths-climb-to-155-amid-wider-outbreak/

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3 d. ago Ghana Grapples with GH₵5 Billion Tax Exemption Cost Amid Jobs Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-grapples-with-gh%e2%82%b55-billion-tax-exemption-cost-amid-jobs-crisis/Ghana is sacrificing nearly GH₵5 billion in potential tax revenue annually through exemptions, even as the nation struggles with high unemployment and urgent fiscal pressures. The government forfeited roughly GH₵4.6 billion in 2023 under the Ghana Exemptions Act, 2022 a slight dip from GH₵4.8 billion in 2022 but still equivalent to about 3.9% of GDP, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-grapples-with-gh%e2%82%b55-billion-tax-exemption-cost-amid-jobs-crisis/

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