Day: September 23, 2025

Milan: Several rivers in northern Italy overflowed their banks on Monday following heavy rainfall, resulting in widespread flooding and disruptions. In various municipalities, such as Cabiate, located between Milan and Lake Como, water reached knee-high levels, inundating streets and causing landslides in the region. According to Ghana News Agency, the severe weather conditions have led to interruptions on several railway lines, including the Como-Chiasso line. Meteorologists are forecasting more rain in the coming days, prompting concerns of further flooding and damage. Rescue services have been actively deploying helicopters to assist individuals trapped in their homes by the rising waters. More

Berlin: Disruption at airports in Berlin and other European cities persisted on Monday, with 70% of departures from the German capital facing delays, as authorities confirmed the outage was due to a ‘ransomware attack.’ According to Ghana News Agency, Eurocontrol, Europe’s air traffic management body, reported that only 30% of flights left Berlin-Brandenburg Airport (BER) on Monday morning with less than 15 minutes’ delay. The situation was more severe at Brussels Airport, which first reported significant impacts from the cyberattack on Friday, with only 15% of flights operating without disruptions. In response, the airport requested airlines to cancel half of

Jedburgh: A self-styled ‘African tribe’ camping in the woodlands of the Scottish Borders remains steadfast in their decision to stay, despite an eviction notice from the local council. According to Ghana News Agency, the so-called Kingdom of Kubala was ordered to vacate the land on the outskirts of Jedburgh by midday on Monday, following legal action initiated by Scottish Borders Council to evict them. Previously, the group had been staying on private land just a few meters away but relocated to council property when sheriff officers arrived. The group, which maintains a notable presence on social media, consists of leader

Accra: Jibran Qureishi, Head of Africa Research at Standard Bank, has described the Bank of Ghana’s policy of redirecting foreign exchange inflows from the mining sector back to commercial banks as a bold but pragmatic policy shift. The move, which took effect on September 1, 2025, reverses a 2022 decision that routed mining receipts directly to the central bank. According to Ghana News Agency, under the new framework, mining companies must channel their U.S. dollar earnings through one designated commercial bank, instead of spreading transactions across multiple banks. Policymakers say the change is designed to deepen market participation, improve FX

Keta: Illicit drug abuse has emerged as a pervasive global issue, particularly among the youth, with devastating consequences for individuals, families, and society at large. The ease of access to harmful substances, coupled with the pressures of modern life, has fueled a troubling rise in drug use among young people. According to Ghana News Agency, among the most frequently abused drugs by youth today are marijuana, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and prescription opioids. These substances, when used outside the supervision of certified medical practitioners, can lead to physical dependence, addiction, and a host of health complications. Drug abuse among young people

Accra: Professor Nana Ama Browne Klutse, Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), has urged African nations to close ranks and strengthen solidarity in global climate negotiations, stressing that a united front is essential to securing climate justice for the continent. She emphasized Africa’s vulnerability to climate change impacts despite its minimal contribution to the issue. According to Ghana News Agency, Prof. Klutse highlighted the visible effects of climate change in Ghana, such as unpredictable rainfall affecting farming cycles, coastal erosion threatening communities like Keta and Ada, and biodiversity loss weakening ecosystems. Her remarks were made during the

Hohoe: Among the many natural resources that sustain human life, palm oil stands out as one of the most essential providers of nutrients. Revered for its versatility and nutritional value, it plays a vital role in the survival and well-being of communities across Ghana and beyond. Known as ‘dzomi’, ‘zomi’, or ‘amidze’ among the Ewe people of Ghana-depending on dialect-palm oil is a staple found in nearly every household. Other ethnic groups, including the Ashantis, also have local names for it and use it in a variety of dishes, underscoring its central role in Ghanaian nutrition. According to Ghana News