The first cases of the new Omicron variant of coronavirus have now been detected in the UK. It was highlighted by scientists in South Africa as a potentially worrying new strain. What tests are used to detect Omicron? Swabs from polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests, which are sent to labs …
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The Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR) has announced the detection of 34 cases of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 in the country. In a tweet to announce the new cases, the NMIMR said the imported cases were detected in 120 samples collected between November 21 and 25. “The …
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The Nima Divisional Police Command has arrested Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as “Captain Smart”, the host of Onua TV/FM morning show in Accra. A statement issued by the Police on Thursday said he was arrested following some unsavoury pronouncements that hinge on peace and security. “He has been cautioned …
Read More »Fuel prices on the market will go down marginally before the close of the weekend, the Institute for Energy Security (IES) has stated. This is because the Bulk Oil Distribution Companies are feverishly preparing their profitability statement with the anticipation of a fall in petroleum prices. “Per the 3.60% decrease …
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President Nana Akufo-Addo has commended Prempeh College for winning the 2021 edition of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ). The ‘Amanfuo’ were crowned the champions of the national championship after they emerged victorious over the ‘Ɔdadeɛs’ and the ‘Dzololians’ (Keta SHTS) in the final contest on Friday, November 26, …
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Wife of famous drug lord in history is set to face jail term for following her husband’s footsteps. According to CNN, wife of famous drug dealer, El Chapo will spend the next three years in prison and will have four years of supervised release. In addition, she has to forfeit $1.5 …
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Twitter has said images or video of private individuals shared without their permission are now against its policies and can be removed on request. The new rule is an extension of policies to prohibit “doxxing” – the publishing of private information such as home addresses, without consent. Critics say the …
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Parliament has approved the 2022 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of government presented by Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta on November 17. Today’s sitting was delayed by hours of meetings between the Majority and Minority leadership aimed at exploring how to cure what has been termed by the Majority as …
Read More »However, despite its popularity, the service lacks one key feature – the ability to message a number without adding them as a contact in your phonebook. Every so often you might want to reach out to a business or service contact for a one-time chat but adding the number to …
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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has stated that persons who are unvaccinated against Covid-19 are more susceptible to death if infected by the virus. According to the Director-General of GHS, Dr Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, such individuals are seven times more likely to die if they contract the virus compared to a …
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