Author: Barbara Quarshie

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi died on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in a helicopter crash. The helicopter, carrying Raisi and other officials, crashed in a mountainous and forested area of Iran during poor weather conditions. Raisi, 63, served as Iran’s president for nearly three years and was preparing to run for re-election next year. He was…

Australian boxer Jai Opetaia clinched the vacant IBF cruiserweight title after a grueling 12-round battle against Mairis Briedis. Opetaia regained the title, which was stripped from him the previous year, with a unanimous decision victory, with judges scoring the bout 117-111, 116-112, 116-112 in his favor. The Australian fighter dominated the early rounds of the…

In a stunning upset in Saudi Arabia, super-featherweight Anthony Cacace claimed the IBF world title by defeating Joe Cordina in the eighth round. The Belfast underdog delivered a commanding performance, overpowering the Welshman from the early rounds. Cacace showcased his dominance by dropping Cordina in the third round, setting the tone for the remainder of…

British fighter Lerone Murphy showcased his dominance in the octagon as he secured a significant victory over UFC veteran Edson Barboza at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. Featherweight Murphy, aged 32, maintained his unbeaten record with 14 wins and one draw after defeating Barboza. The judges unanimously scored the fight in favor of Murphy,…

Ghanaian musician Kofi Kinaata has expressed his frustration with what he perceives as a sense of entitlement among some musicians in Takoradi. According to Kinaata, some of his colleagues in Takoradi assume that he owes them support solely because they come from the same hometown and he has found success in the music industry. However,…

Sam Safo, popularly known as ‘Showboy’, has opened up about his involvement in the drug trade during his six-year stint in a US prison. Recalling his time behind bars, Showboy revealed his role as a drug dealer, detailing the significant profits he garnered from selling various illicit substances within the prison confines. He highlighted the…

Joseph Appiah Keys, popularly known as Quick Action, a renowned Ghanaian music producer, has weighed in on the recent challenges faced by esteemed musician Okomfo Kwadee. Quick Action emphasized that Kwadee’s current situation is a private family matter and cautioned against public interference. Recent videos circulating on social media depict Kwadee in a distressing state,…

During his tour of the Northern Region, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), revealed that the Ministry of Finance is in the process of crafting a new bailout package for investors affected by the collapse of the Gold Coast Fund. Dr. Bawumia’s announcement came in response to concerns raised by…

Rapper Medikal has shed light on Fella Makafui’s decision to undergo post-pregnancy cosmetic surgery aimed at achieving a flatter stomach. Medikal clarified that Fella’s toned abdomen, which she often showcases while endorsing slim tea products, is not solely the result of the tea but rather a surgical procedure performed in Nigeria. Initially hesitant about the…

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, Ghana’s Finance Minister, has revealed to the Ghana News Agency that the country is poised to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with its official bilateral creditors next week. Speaking exclusively to the Ghana News Agency, Dr. Adam disclosed that Ghana had fulfilled all prerequisites for the second review to proceed…