Hate speech online is no longer just a matter of offensive words; it is a data-driven crisis that fuels division, incites violence, and erodes democratic debate. The rise of viral social media posts has made toxic content more dangerous than ever. To solve this, societies must treat hate speech not only as a legal and ethical problem but also as a data problem that can be mapped, tracked, and contained. How Hate Speech Goes Viral Researchers and digital rights advocates have identified clear patterns in how hateful posts spread online. Algorithmic Amplification – Platforms reward engagement, and outrage often triggers…
Author: Ohene Anochie
Ohene Anochie
Senior Reporter at AMN News Agency, known for his insightful journalism and in-depth coverage of current events.
A growing body of research and advocacy highlights how Western Europeans and later European Americans deliberately erased the presence of Indigenous Africans from American history. This erasure was not accidental but carried out through a combination of colonial violence, legal manipulation, racial reclassification, and historical suppression, with lasting consequences for how African and Afro-Indigenous identities are perceived today. Beyond Slavery: The African Presence in the Americas Contrary to the dominant narrative, Africans in the Americas were not solely enslaved laborers. Some arrived as explorers, sailors, or Muslims traveling with early European fleets. Others came freely and intermarried with Native tribes,…
In a significant development, Hamas announced Wednesday that it is prepared to reach a “comprehensive deal” to end the nearly two-year-long war with Israel and release all hostages still held in Gaza. The official statement from the militant group comes amid growing international pressure for a resolution to the conflict, which has claimed tens of thousands of lives and left Gaza in ruins. Background to the War The conflict erupted on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a large-scale surprise attack on southern Israel. Militants infiltrated border communities, killing around 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and taking more than 250 hostages…
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday carried out precision strikes in southern Lebanon, killing two senior militants linked to Hezbollah and its allied factions. According to military sources, the IAF targeted and eliminated Al-Munim Musa Sweidan, a key Hezbollah operative in the Yater region. Sweidan, who served as the group’s local representative, was responsible for maintaining Hezbollah’s ties with village residents, handling financial and military affairs, and securing private assets for militant purposes. Investigations revealed that he had overseen the use of civilian homes for storing weapons and conducting surveillance operations. In a separate strike, Israeli forces eliminated a…
A wave of targeted assassinations attributed to Israel’s Mossad has unsettled Hamas leadership abroad, as bodyguards protecting key figures in Qatar and Turkey are reportedly being systematically eliminated. According to regional intelligence sources, the operations mark a sharp escalation in Israel’s covert campaign against Hamas outside the Gaza Strip. Several senior Hamas officials, long considered untouchable in Doha and Istanbul, have seen their close protection units reduced through precise, low-profile killings in recent weeks. Analysts say the move signals an effort by Israel to weaken the external security shield around Hamas leaders, leaving them more exposed to potential future strikes.…
Across the rural fields of Malawi, a quiet transformation is taking place as amateur drone farming gains momentum, offering fresh perspectives on how technology can reshape Africa’s agricultural future. What started as experimental efforts by young innovators and small-scale farmers has grown into a vibrant movement positioning Malawi as a case study in African innovation. Amateur drone farming involves the use of low-cost, often self-assembled drones to monitor crops, spray fertilizers, and gather critical data on soil health and water usage. Unlike high-end drone systems used in industrial farming elsewhere, Malawi’s model thrives on improvisation and affordability. Local innovators repurpose…
Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad, has reportedly carried out a covert cyber-intelligence operation targeting Iran, resulting in the elimination of 45 Iranian cyber officers. According to Israeli media reports, the officers allegedly part of Tehran’s intelligence cyber units were neutralized in an unusual strike that took place while they were off-guard. Mossad has not released official details of the operation, but sources suggest it forms part of Israel’s broader strategy to disrupt Iran’s cyber warfare capabilities. The incident comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran, particularly in cyberspace, where both nations have engaged in repeated offensive and defensive operations. Analysts…
Ghana’s Youth Employment Agency (YEA), established to equip young people with skills and job opportunities, has come under sharp criticism after revelations that it spends GH₵5.5 million every year on office rent—funds critics say could instead finance training programs, entrepreneurship, and permanent infrastructure. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee, YEA’s Chief Executive Officer Malik Basintale and Youth and Sports Minister George Opare Addo confirmed the expenditure, attributing it to a handover of the property from the State Housing Company (SHC) to private managers, K&A Developers, in 2023. The managers raised rent from GH₵3.2 million to GH₵5.5 million after renovations and…
Israel is preparing to make medical history with what is being described as the world’s first spinal cord transplant, according to a report by the Jerusalem Post. The pioneering procedure, developed by Israeli neurosurgeons and research scientists, is expected to revolutionize treatment for patients with severe spinal cord injuries. If successful, it could enable individuals previously thought permanently paralyzed to regain the ability to walk. The transplant will combine cutting-edge advances in tissue engineering, nerve regeneration, and stem cell technology. While officials have not disclosed the exact timeline, sources indicate that preparations are in advanced stages, and potential patients are…
Israel has intensified its military campaign in Gaza under Operation Gideon’s Chariots, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declaring that the final push to seize Gaza City and dismantle Hamas is imminent. According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), since the launch of the operation on March 18, approximately 30 kilometers of terror tunnels have been destroyed and more than 2,000 Hamas fighters eliminated. Military officials say the IDF now controls 75 percent of the Gaza Strip, having established two vital corridors that split Hamas forces between Rafah and Khan Yunis. Netanyahu said he has instructed the military to “shorten the…
