Author: Barbara Quarshie

In a recent development, the Islamic police in Nigeria’s Kano state apprehended 11 individuals who were seen consuming food during the fasting hours of Ramadan on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Kano, known for its predominantly Muslim population, operates under an Islamic legal system known as Sharia, which coexists with secular law. The Islamic police, commonly…

Rohan Dennis, the spouse of former Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins, appeared in court for the first time on charges related to her tragic death, standing accused of allegedly striking her with his car and causing the fatal incident. The former world champion cyclist, Dennis, was arrested in January 2024 and charged with causing death by…

Canadian curler Briane Harris, a four-time women’s curling champion, is facing a potentially devastating setback after receiving a four-year suspension for testing positive for the banned substance Ligandrol. However, Harris, hailing from Winnipeg, has vowed to appeal the ban, asserting that she was unknowingly exposed to the substance through bodily contact. The World Curling Federation,…

In a candid conversation on the “Radio Times” podcast, Lily Allen, the renowned British pop star, shared how becoming a mother changed the trajectory of her music career. During the episode aired on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, Allen didn’t mince words as she humorously remarked, “I never really have a strategy when it comes to…

The Coalition of La Associations (COLA) has taken a firm stance against the Ghana Armed Forces regarding land issues in the Kpeletso/East Airport area of La in Accra. Expressing dissatisfaction with the military’s response on September 26, 2023, COLA described it as regrettable. The disagreement stems from media reports following customary rites conducted on a…

In a heartfelt moment at the South by Southwest (SXSW) film festival, actor Dev Patel found himself moved to tears as his directorial debut, “Monkey Man,” garnered a standing ovation. The highly anticipated film, set in India and written by the acclaimed “Slumdog Millionaire” and “Lion” star, made its world premiere at the prestigious festival…

New York Rangers’ rookie forward, Matt Rempe, faces a four-game suspension from the NHL Department of Player Safety following a controversial incident during Monday, March 11 night’s game against the New Jersey Devils. The suspension comes after Rempe delivered an elbow to the head of Devils defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler. Rempe, in his first NHL season,…

The Calgary Flames made a decisive move on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 announcing the termination of their rights to draft pick Topi Ronni. This action came following the 19-year-old’s sentencing in Finland for a rape case dating back to when he was a minor. Ronni received a one-year suspended prison sentence from the District Court…

After an illustrious 11-season career in the NBA, Otto Porter Jr. has announced his retirement from professional basketball. The former No. 3 pick in the 2013 Draft and a key member of Golden State’s championship team in 2021-22, Porter leaves behind a legacy that spans across multiple teams and cities. Throughout his career, Porter showcased…

Accra, the vibrant capital city of Ghana, has found itself in a distressing position as the 10th most polluted city in Africa, according to the latest 2023 World Air Quality Report released by IQAir. The report paints a concerning picture of Ghana’s air quality, indicating a significant decline from previous years. In 2022, Ghana ranked…