The renowned artist shared that due to her circumstances, she couldn’t pursue further education after SHS. Yet, after finding stability through her music career, she pursued a medical course (Physician Assistant) at the tertiary level. Remarkably, she graduated with first-class honors despite being over 40 years old. “I lost my parents during my primary school years, and my mother passed away when I entered SHS. Although I excelled academically, it was a challenging period for me. Besides my passion for music, I harbored a strong desire to pursue a career in medicine,” she recounted i ..read more

The controversies emerged after recommendations by the presidential emolument committee for the spouses of the President and Vice President to be paid wages and emoluments. Mr. Dafeamekpor’s suit challenged the authority of the emoluments committee to make such recommendations, while Mr. Abronye sought to declare parliament’s approval of the salaries as inconsistent with Article 71 of the 1992 constitution. In unanimous decisions, the apex court upheld reliefs that sought to declare the approvals and subsequent payment of salaries and emoluments to the First and Second Ladies as unconstit ..read more

The springboard for careers in Science and Technology serves as another method for encouraging learners to take STEM subjects and pursue careers in the STEM field. However, for now, young learners are acquiring skills in problem-solving, creativity, and computer literacy. Robotics These young learners are in the Province of Easter Cape, South Africa. Facilitator on Coding and Robotics, Nelson Mandela University- NMU, Louise Fouche says “We start with the early introduction to coding. So, it’s a very broad-based way of coding we teach them. It’s like building a puzzle. It’s like piece by piec ..read more

Believe it or not, some paintings have sold for hundreds of millions of dollars! These artworks are considered masterpieces, meaning they’re incredibly skilled and valuable creations, making them more valuable than a house, a car, or even a private island! Let’s discuss the top 5 most expensive paintings ever sold. 1. ‘Salvator Mundi’ by Leonardo da Vinci (Estimated Price: $450.3 million) This captivating portrait of Jesus Christ, holding a crystal orb in one hand and raising the other in blessing, is shrouded in mystery. Many believe it was painted by the legendary Leonardo da Vinci him ..read more

Panic attacks can be incredibly frightening and leave you feeling helpless. But, they’re treatable, and there are ways to manage them effectively. About panic attacks Panic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear that cause a variety of physical and emotional symptoms. These attacks can peak within minutes and usually subside within 30 minutes. While the exact cause is unknown, panic attacks are often triggered by stress, anxiety, or certain phobias. Physical symptoms: Rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, chest tightness, sweating, dizziness, nausea, trembling, or chills. Emotion ..read more

Dumas argued that this mentality contributes to why many single mothers remain single, as they encounter biases due to their having a child. “We have our kids as single mothers but we still want to be happy. We still want to date other people. “Let me tell you why we don’t go out and marry. I spoke to a friend of mine here, Anthony. He said, ‘Me, I will never be with a born one’. “His reason was, ‘Why would I come and raise somebody else’s child? That’s not my bloodline. He doesn’t have any trace of my DNA in him. Why am I going to now help someone’s bloodline grow? What about mine ..read more

Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman, running mate to John Dramani Mahama has warned of consequences against current government appointees should the National Democratic Congress (NDC) win the 2024 general elections. She said the NDC government would hold accountable any official involved in the misappropriation of state resources during Akufo-Addo’s administration. She made these commitments during her official presentation by the party on Wednesday, April 24, at the Kofi Ohene Konadu Auditorium at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA). Prof. Opoku-Agyemang acknowledged the concerns ra ..read more

What does integration and automation entail? Simply put, it is a way of connecting different apps and services within your organization, as well as with third parties. It also encompasses how effectively you can connect your apps and services to suppliers, customers, and partners. Let’s dive into the several reasons why organizations should seriously consider building and implementing an integration and automation strategy for their business. The first of these is to optimize operational efficiency. While it may not be apparent when starting in business as to why one needs an integration str ..read more

Deputy Defence Minister, Timur Ivanov was detained on Tuesday at work by the Federal Security Service (FSB), the main successor to the Soviet-era KGB, for accepting large bribes. Moscow’s Basmanny District Court ordered Ivanov to be kept in custody until June 23. Ivanov, 48, was shown in uniform standing in a glass cage in court, frowning slightly, footage released by the court service showed. “The investigation believes that Ivanov entered into a criminal conspiracy with third parties, teamed up with them in advance to commit an organised crime by an organised group,” the court servi ..read more

Here are eight foods that are commonly associated with causing an increase in flatulence: Beans: Often called “the musical fruit,” beans contain raffinose and fiber, which the human body cannot fully digest. Bacteria in the intestine break these down, producing gas as a byproduct. Cruciferous vegetables: Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage are rich in raffinose and fiber, much like beans, which can lead to gas production during digestion. Dairy products: For people who are lactose intolerant, dairy products like milk, cheese, and ice cream can cause excessive gas. This ..read more