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Draper Battles Way Through Melbourne Opener

Draper Battles Way Through Melbourne Opener

British number one Jack Draper was far below his best but managed to avoid a shock first-round defeat at the Australian Open. Draper, seeded 15th, twice trailed before fighting back to beat Argentine clay specialist Mariano Navone 4-6 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-2 in a mammoth four hours and one minute. The 23-year-old left-hander was playing his first match since October, having had his build-up disrupted by a hip problem. Draper insisted beforehand he was “ready to go” against 46th-ranked Navone. But the US Open semi-finalist’s usually reliable serve was broken five times and he committed a whopping 88 unforced errors.…
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GFA Announces Frimpong Manso As New Black Starlets Head Coach

GFA Announces Frimpong Manso As New Black Starlets Head Coach

The Ghana Football Association has announced the restructuring of the technical team for the National Male Under-17 team, the Black Starlets. As previously announced, experienced CAF License A Coach Stephen Frimpong Manso is the new Head Coach of the team, with Nana Kweku Agyemang and Jacob Nettey being retained as Assistant Coaches. Kennedy Ofori Ansah has been named the Goalkeepers’ Trainer, with Derrick Laryea as the team’s Video Analyst. The team’s Equipment Officer is Charles Okofo Asenso. Team Doctor Dr. Kofi Ablorh leads the medical team, with Eric Totimeh as Physiotherapist and Jeremiah Boye as Masseur. The team’s welfare issues…
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Turkish Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 Flight TK630 Returns To Accra Hours After Takeoff

Turkish Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 Flight TK630 Returns To Accra Hours After Takeoff

A Turkish Airlines flight, TK 630, operated by a Boeing 737 MAX 8, scheduled for Istanbul from Accra on Saturday, January 11, was forced to return to Kotoka International Airport approximately two and a half hours after takeoff. Scheduled for a six-hour flight, the aircraft was forced to turn back due to an emergency, although the exact cause remains unknown. The aircraft was observed circling Ghanaian airspace to perform a fuel jettison, a procedure used in aviation to dump fuel and reduce the aircraft’s weight to a safe landing limit. This maneuver ensures the aircraft can land without risking structural…
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You’re Elected To Work, Not To Lament – Afenyo-Markin Tells Gov’t

You’re Elected To Work, Not To Lament – Afenyo-Markin Tells Gov’t

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused the Akufo-Addo administration of attempting to shift blame for a looming power crisis onto the previous government under President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking at the start of the vetting of ministerial nominees in Parliament, Afenyo-Markin urged the administration to focus on solutions rather than revisiting past failures. “It is deeply concerning to hear the new administration attempting to shift blame,” Afenyo-Markin said. “The outgoing Akufo-Addo government, despite challenges, maintained a stable and reliable power supply. This contrasts sharply with the Mahama administration’s infamous ‘Dumsor’ era, which caused immense hardship to businesses and households.”…
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Parliament Not Aware Of Appointment Of President’s Secretary – Afenyo-Markin

Parliament Not Aware Of Appointment Of President’s Secretary – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has raised concerns about the appointment of Dr. Callistus Mahama as the Executive Secretary to the President. Dr. Mahama was appointed by President John Dramani Mahama on January 6, 2025, with his appointment officially taking effect on January 7, 2025. However, the Effutu Member of Parliament (MP) has said the House is not aware of the appointment, as there was no official communication. Mr. Afenyo-Markin expressed these concerns as part of his introductory comments during the vetting of Finance Minister-designate, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, on Monday, January 13, 2025. He added that it was a mistake…
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Thomas Partey Booed During Arsenal’s FA Cup Defeat To Manchester United

Thomas Partey Booed During Arsenal’s FA Cup Defeat To Manchester United

Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey was the subject of boos and jeers during Arsenal’s FA Cup match against Manchester United on Sunday, January 12, 2024. Partey replaced Dutch defender Jurrien Timber in extra time of the FA Cup third-round tie and was met with jeers from Manchester United fans. Every touch of the 31-year-old was met with noises of disapproval from the Manchester United fans who occupied the away end of the Emirates Stadium. Partey braved through the boos to score his penalty for Arsenal during the penalty shootout. Bruno Fernandes gave Manchester United the lead with an excellent finish after Garnacho took…
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Sulley Muntari And Menaye’s Marriage Is Not Real – Charlie Dior Claims

Sulley Muntari And Menaye’s Marriage Is Not Real – Charlie Dior Claims

Popular Ghanaian fashion stylist, Charlie Dior, has expressed his opinion that the marriage of former Black Stars midfielder, Sulley Ali Muntari, and model Menaye Donkor does not appear to be a genuine union. Dior based his assertion on the couple's decision to keep their marriage out of the spotlight, refusing to share any insights with the public. The fashion influencer mentioned that this lack of transparency makes Sulley and Menaye's union seem perfect, which he believes is not the case. "We hear street talk about them. The fact that they don't talk about it or put it out there, for…
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1,400 Euros Monthly, Sleeping On The Phone All The Time – Sexy Vida And Gomez Discuss Relationship Dynamics

1,400 Euros Monthly, Sleeping On The Phone All The Time – Sexy Vida And Gomez Discuss Relationship Dynamics

Controversial social media couple Sexy Vida and Gomez have described their relationship as everlasting, claiming that nothing can separate their love. According to the couple, despite occasionally living in different countries, they always find ways to stay connected to maintain their bond and avoid infidelity. Appearing on The Delay Show on January 12, 2025, Gomez revealed that they often engage in intimate phone conversations to the point of falling asleep on the phone every night when his wife travels outside the country. Sexy Vida, on her part, expressed her happiness with their relationship. She also disclosed that she sends her…
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MzGee Announces Arrival Of First Child

MzGee Announces Arrival Of First Child

Ghanaian media personality MzGee has excitedly announced the arrival of her new baby. The announcement was made on Monday, January 13, 2025, when MzGee shared several heartwarming pictures of her baby bump on Instagram. She was clad in a baseball jacket and a pair of trousers, with the caption, "To God be the glory!!!" The gender of the baby is, however, yet to be revealed. This announcement comes after a period of speculation on social media, as MzGee had been off-air for some time. Her return to social media with the news has been met with an outpouring of congratulations…
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US Returns $53 Million In Alleged Stolen Funds To Nigeria

US Returns $53 Million In Alleged Stolen Funds To Nigeria

Close to $53m (£43m) in alleged illicit funds recovered from Nigeria's former oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke among others will be used to fund public services, the country's justice ministry says. The money is being sent back to Nigeria from the US, whose authorities allege that Alison-Madueke enriched herself, and others, while leading Nigeria's state oil firm by awarding contracts in exchange for bribes. The US alleged that the money was then used to buy a 65-metre superyacht called the Galactica Star plus multiple luxury properties in California and New York. Alison-Madueke, 64, has always denied all allegations of wrongdoing. Her…
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