Manchester United and Tottenham cruise into UEFA Europa League final after dominant wins
Manchester United produced a commanding second-half performance to overturn a first-leg deficit and comfortably see off Athletic Club in the semi-finals of the League. After going behind 1-0, United responded in emphatic fashion with four goals to secure a 7-1 aggregate victory. Mason Mount was the standout performer, coming off the bench to net twice and shift the momentum firmly in...
Trump Congratulates Pope Leo XIV, Hails ‘Great Honor’ for the United States
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has extended his congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost following his election as the first American pope, calling it “a Great Honor for our Country.” In a statement shared on Thursday, Trump praised the historic elevation of Cardinal Prevost—now Pope Leo XIV—highlighting the pride it brings to the United States. “Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost,...
Black Satellites edge Central African Republic to top Group C at U-20 AFCON
Ghana’s U-20 national team, the Black Satellites, concluded their group stage campaign at the ongoing U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with a dramatic late victory over the Central African Republic (CAR), courtesy of a match-winning goal from substitute Joseph Opoku. The Belgium-based forward came off the bench to net the decisive goal in the 84th minute, securing a 1-0...
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost: A Profile of the First American Pope
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, O.S.A., has been elected as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. Born on September 14, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, he becomes the first American to ascend to the papacy. His election marks a significant moment in the Church's history, reflecting a blend of American heritage and global ecclesiastical...
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Elected as First American Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, marking a historic moment as the first American to ascend to the papacy. He has chosen the papal name Pope Leo XIV. The election concluded on the fourth ballot of the conclave, held on Thursday afternoon, following an initial round of voting on Wednesday. White...
Black Sherif earns nomination in 2025 BET Awards
Ghanaian artiste Black Sherif has earned a spot in the 2025 edition of the Black Entertainment Television Awards. The 'Kwaku the Traveller' hit maker has been nominated in the Best International Act category. He is contesting artistes such as Tyla (South Africa), Rema (Nigeria), Any Gabrielly (Brazil), Ayra Starr (Nigeria), Basky (UK), Uncle Waffles (Swaziland), Ezra Collective (UK), Joé Dwèt Filé...
Habemus Papam: Conclave elects new Pope as white smoke sighted
White smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel this evening, signaling that the College of Cardinals has elected a new pope to lead the Roman Catholic Church. The election followed two days of deliberations among the 133 cardinal electors, who had been sequestered within the Vatican since Wednesday afternoon. The bells of St. Peter’s Basilica rang out shortly...
No Pope elected yet as ‘second’ black smoke sighted
The Papal conclave entered its second day on Thursday with no resolution, as black smoke poured from the Sistine Chapel's chimney, indicating that the 133 cardinals have yet to elect a successor to the late Pope Francis. The conclave, which began on Wednesday, is convened to select a new pope following the death of Pope Francis on April 21. Cardinals are...
World Press Freedom Day : Experts discuss AI’s impact on journalism
The Australian High Commissioner to Ghana, Her Excellency Berenice Owen-Jones, addressed a gathering of media professionals, academics, and industry stakeholders in Accra to commemorate World Press Freedom Day. The event, themed “The Future of Free Expression in an Era of Artificial Intelligence,” brought together experts to discuss the opportunities and challenges presented by AI in journalism. AI’s Impact on Journalism: Opportunities...
AFRIMASS Launches AI-Focused Journalism Mentorship Programme to Train Next Generation of Journalist
AFRIMASS Network has announced the launch of a groundbreaking mentorship programme aimed at equipping young journalists with the skills, ethics, and tools required to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital media landscape shaped by artificial intelligence (AI). Unveiled during the Newsroom Business Initiative’s (NBI) "Sustainable Newsroom" event at BlueCrest University College in Accra as part of this year’s World Press...
