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Aubrey Graham known as Drake is a Toronto Artist is trending after he posted on his Instagram him using ChatGPT to stake his bets. With even the AI advising him to relax on the bets he is making-for him to take some time before making another bet. Drake’s bet slips were so huge that it shocked everyone with people commenting that he was betting their life savings or he was losing their annual salaries like it was nothing, some were also saying his addiction has gotten so bad he is asking chat Gpt for advice. Drake had lost $300,000 but…
After years of economic turbulence, Ghana’s financial narrative is taking a decisive turn for the better. In a bold vote of confidence, international credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings has upgraded Ghana’s credit status from “Restricted Default” to “B-” with a stable outlook a move that signals cautious optimism about the country’s path to recovery. This long-awaited upgrade is more than just a technical adjustment. It marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s quest to rebuild its economic credibility following a historic debt crisis that rocked investor confidence and strained public finances. Fitch’s decision to restore Ghana’s credit standing follows months of…
In a move that has added new energy to the political landscape, Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe and former Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has officially announced his intention to run for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidacy ahead of the 2028 general elections. Dr. Adutwum, an educationist-turned-politician renowned for his transformative work in Ghana’s education sector, is positioning himself as the leader who can bridge the gap between visionary policy and practical development. His announcement comes at a time when the NPP is beginning to look toward a post-2024 future one that may demand both continuity…
In a significant boost to Ghana’s healthcare delivery efforts, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has handed over 104 motorbikes to the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG). This initiative aims to bridge the healthcare access gap for remote and underserved communities across the country. The donation, which forms part of USAID’s broader health systems strengthening agenda in Ghana, is expected to improve the mobility of frontline health workers, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. These motorbikes will enable health professionals to deliver timely and essential health services such as maternal care, immunizations, disease…
As tensions flare between Israel and Iran, the world watches anxiously, not in hope of victory, but in fear of devastation. With each new airstrike, proxy attack, or diplomatic standoff, the question arises: who would actually win a war between these two regional powers? The sobering answer may be no one. Israel boasts one of the most technologically advanced militaries in the world. Its aerial and missile defense systems, especially the Iron Dome and David’s Sling, are widely regarded as cutting edge. Israel’s cyber warfare capabilities and an alleged nuclear arsenal though never officially acknowledged add a layer of strategic…
In a dramatic turn of events that underscores the growing global crackdown on cybercrime, three Ghanaian nationals have been arrested and are now facing extradition to the United States for their alleged roles in a sprawling internet fraud scheme estimated to have defrauded victims of over $100 million. The suspects —Isaac Kofi Oduro Boateng, widely known in cybercriminal circles as Kofi Boat, a second individual known only by the alias Agony, and an unnamed third accomplice were captured in a joint operation between Interpol Ghana and the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Friday, June 13. According to preliminary…
The volatile standoff between Iran and Israel escalated dramatically today, with both nations engaging in a new wave of military strikes as the risk of a broader regional war intensifies. In a defiant address, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a stern warning to the United States, declaring that the Islamic Republic will not tolerate what he described as either “imposed war” or “imposed peace.” He warned that any American strike on Iranian soil would trigger “serious and irreparable consequences,” underscoring Tehran’s hardline stance amid growing international concern. Khamenei’s comments come just hours after Israel launched a sweeping assault,…
Rapper Pusha T has reignited tensions in the hip-hop world, this time taking direct aim at fellow artist Travis Scott, calling him a “wh***” in a fiery new interview and backing it up with a blistering verse on a freshly released track. The controversial comments surfaced just hours after Pusha T, whose real name is Terrence LeVarr Thornton, dropped a new song titled “So Be It” alongside his brother No Malice. The track marks the latest release from their revived rap duo Clipse, which rose to prominence in the early 2000s with hits like Grindin’. In “So Be It,” Pusha…
British YouTube star and rapper Yung Filly, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, is now facing additional legal trouble in Australia. The 29-year-old content creator has been hit with two more charges of sexual penetration without consent, bringing the total number of charges against him to ten. The new developments come as part of an ongoing case involving an alleged assault that took place during his music tour in Perth, Western Australia, in September 2024. According to court records, the incident occurred in his hotel room, and the alleged victim later came forward with claims of assault. He…
One of Hollywood’s most influential figures, Tyler Perry, is now at the center of serious allegations that have sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. Actor Derek Dixon, a former cast member on Perry’s popular BET shows The Oval and Ruthless, has filed a $260 million lawsuit claiming he was subjected to repeated sexual harassment, assault, and professional retaliation by the media mogul. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, paints a troubling picture of an alleged abuse of power raising uncomfortable questions about influence, silence, and accountability in a space where Perry has long been seen as a champion…