Mosquitoes Detected in Iceland for the First Time Following Record-Breaking Heatwave
Mosquitoes Discovered in Iceland for the First Time Amid Record-Breaking Spring Heat For the first time on record, mosquitoes have been identified in Iceland following an unusually warm spring that shattered historical temperature records across the country. The discovery was made by insect enthusiast Björn Hjaltason, who encountered the insects while conducting nocturnal moth observations…
Ghana Cedi on Track for First-Ever Annual Gain Against US Dollar Since Redenomination
Ghana Cedi Set for First-Ever Annual Gain Against US Dollar Since 2007 Redenomination Ghana’s local currency, the cedi, is poised to make history by recording its first-ever annual appreciation against the United States dollar since the currency redenomination in 2007. According to data compiled by JoyNews Research, the cedi has appreciated by approximately 36% year-to-date,…
NSMQ 2025: St. Thomas Aquinas Dominates Sacred Hearts, Ngleshie Amanfro Secures Round of 16 SpotThe 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) is gaining momentum, and St. Thomas Aquinas Senior High School delivered an outstanding performance on Day 2 of the competition. The atmosphere at the CNC Auditorium was electric as St. Thomas Aquinas faced off against Sacred Hearts Senior High School and Ngleshie Amanfro Senior High School in a riveting academic contest that captivated the audience until the very end. From the outset, St. Thomas Aquinas demonstrated clear determination. They surged ahead in Round One, accumulating 27 points, while Sacred Hearts and Ngleshie Amanfro lagged with 16 and 11 points, respectively. The team’s confidence, precision, and teamwork reflected their experience on the national stage. Round Two saw St. Thomas Aquinas extend their lead effortlessly, reaching 40 points as the crowd responded with enthusiastic applause. Their opponents struggled to keep pace, with Sacred Hearts at 27 points and Ngleshie Amanfro holding steady at 11. The “Problem of the Day” in Round Three presented a challenge to all teams, with no points awarded. Despite this, the competition remained intense and unpredictable. In Round Four, Sacred Hearts mounted a spirited comeback, narrowing the gap and showing their resilience. However, St. Thomas Aquinas remained composed, asserting their academic strength to close the round with 50 points, followed by Sacred Hearts with 40 and Ngleshie Amanfro with 21. The final Round Five brought a thrilling conclusion. St. Thomas Aquinas delivered a powerful finish, responding with accuracy and confidence that electrified the auditorium. Their impressive total of 62 points secured them a well-earned place in the one-eighth finals of the 2025 NSMQ. This performance showcased not only intellectual brilliance but also teamwork and determination—signaling that St. Thomas Aquinas is back, stronger and more competitive than ever.
The 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) is gaining momentum, and St. Thomas Aquinas Senior High School delivered an outstanding performance on Day 2 of the competition. The atmosphere at the CNC Auditorium was electric as St. Thomas Aquinas faced off against Sacred Hearts Senior High School and Ngleshie Amanfro Senior High School in…
Historic Moment: Japan Elects Its First Woman Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, Amid Fragile Coalition
Lawmakers in Japan elected hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi as prime minister on Tuesday, marking her as the first woman in modern times to lead the key U.S. ally. At 64, Takaichi, the new leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), secured her position with a 237-149 vote in the lower house of parliament, defeating…
Chaos in Khartoum: Drone Strike Hits Before Airport Reopening
Drone Strike Hits Khartoum Ahead of Planned Airport Reopening A drone attack struck an area near the international airport in Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, just one day before domestic flights were scheduled to resume — marking the first such flights since the outbreak of war in 2023. Residents across several districts of Khartoum reported hearing explosions…
Kantamanto in Flames: Fire Guts Shops on Tazani Lane
Fire Destroys Multiple Shops at Kantamanto’s Tazani Lane A major fire outbreak in the early hours of Tuesday, October 21, 2025, has destroyed several commercial shops along Tazani Lane, near Ecobank in Kantamanto, Accra. According to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the blaze was reported at approximately 1:31 a.m., prompting an immediate response. The…
unnatural death of a 20-year-old Senegalese, Cheith Toure in Kumasi: Police Investigate Conflicting Reports”
Police Probe Unnatural Death of Senegalese Footballer in Kumasi The Ashanti Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Kumasi has launched a full-scale investigation into the unnatural death of a 20-year-old Senegalese national, Cheith Touré, whose body was found with multiple abdominal injuries. The incident was confirmed in a press statement issued by the Ashanti Regional…
Senegalese Goalkeeper Cheikh Touré Found Dead In Ghana After Being Kidnapped By Fake Scouts
Tragedy in Senegalese Football: Promising Young Goalkeeper Cheikh Touré Killed in Ghana Scam The Senegalese football community is mourning the tragic loss of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré, who was reportedly killed in Ghana after falling victim to a fraudulent football recruitment scheme. According to a statement from the Senegalese Ministry of African Integration and Foreign…
Government Moves to Establish Special Courts to Tackle Audit Violations
Government to Establish Special Courts for Audit Infractions The Government of Ghana has unveiled plans to set up special courts dedicated to fast-tracking cases arising from audit infractions flagged in the Auditor-General’s Report. This move follows a high-level meeting held on Monday, October 20, 2025, involving President John Dramani Mahama, the Chief Justice, the Attorney-General,…
2 Dead After ACT Airlines Cargo Plane from Dubai Skids Off Hong Kong Runway
Two Dead After Cargo Plane Skids Off Runway into Sea at Hong Kong Airport HONG KONG — October 20, 2025A cargo aircraft operated by ACT Airlines skidded off the runway and partially submerged into the sea during landing at Hong Kong International Airport early Monday morning. The flight, which originated from Dubai, resulted in the…
