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For decades, Africa has grappled with the paradox of immense potential and persistent underdevelopment. Blessed with vast natural resources, a burgeoning youth population, and cultural dynamism, the continent should be surging forward. Yet, much of its progress remains stunted. At the heart of this conundrum lies an issue too often swept aside in political discourse — leadership. Or more precisely, the crisis of leadership and the short-sighted policies it breeds. From Accra to Addis Ababa, African governments are plagued by the failure to think long-term. What passes as strategy is often shallow political maneuvering — designed to win elections, appease…

Pupils in the Finnish city of Oulu will face a total ban on mobile phone use during the school day beginning this August, as local authorities move beyond new national restrictions to curb digital distractions in the classroom. While Finland’s incoming legislation prohibits mobile phone use during lessons across the country, Oulu’s education department has expanded the ban to cover mealtimes, with plans to extend it to recess periods by January 2026. The decision was confirmed by Mika Penttilä, director of education services for the northern city, who said the expanded ban responds to growing concerns over the impact of…

Just hours after a fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel was supposed to bring relief, a devastating Israeli airstrike hit a residential area in Tehran, leaving behind mangled concrete, shattered glass, and lives in pieces. For many like Mehdi Ferdowsi, the destruction is deeply personal. “They hit the buildings. Only rubble is left. Nothing else is left,” Ferdowsi said, standing before the remains of his home in central Tehran. “This used to be our home. Now it’s a pile of dust.” Iranian authorities report that more than 500 homes were damaged in the capital during the 12-day confrontation, with at…

On a warm summer night at Stade Charléty in Paris, Kenyan middle-distance star Faith Kipyegon came heartbreakingly close to rewriting athletics history as the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes. Despite falling short of the elusive barrier, Kipyegon delivered a spectacular performance, clocking 4:06.42 in front of an inspired crowd. The race, billed as “Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile”, was an unofficial challenge event organized by sportswear giant Nike and featured an elite field of 13 pacemakers, including 11 men and two women, helping to create ideal conditions for the attempt. Though it won’t…

A sweeping overhaul of Medicaid provider taxes, central to President Donald Trump’s ambitious tax cut and spending legislation, has hit a major roadblock in the U.S. Senate after the chamber’s parliamentarian ruled it violates procedural rules. The guidance, delivered late Wednesday, is a significant setback for Republicans who had hoped to finalize the legislation by Friday, ahead of a self-imposed July 4 deadline. The ruling forces GOP leaders to revise parts of the bill that were expected to yield massive savings to offset $3.8 trillion in tax breaks. Republicans had counted on the Medicaid cuts and similar reductions to nutrition…

Six newly designed Adinkra symbols have been unveiled in honor of Otumfuor Osei Tutu II, the 16th Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, to reflect his reign, values, and enduring legacy. The symbols, developed by Aliska Business Advisory and Research, celebrate the Asantehene’s remarkable contributions to Asante culture, heritage, and national development. The announcement was made during a presentation ceremony in Kumasi, led by Mr. Agyemang of Aliska, who revealed that the symbols were the result of three and a half years of in-depth research. The team focused on key milestones and the monarch’s influence both within Ghana and internationally. “These…

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 The FIFA Club World Cup 2025, scheduled to run from Saturday, June 14th to Sunday, July 13th in the United States, is being hailed as the most inclusive and competitive edition in the tournament’s history. For the first time ever, players from 81 different countries will participate 22 of which have never had representation at a FIFA World Cup for national teams. This groundbreaking milestone underscores FIFA’s commitment to global inclusivity and reflects the evolution of international club football, where talent from emerging nations is increasingly defining the elite level of the sport. A Global…

IDF eliminates top Iranian commanders In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced the elimination of the three highest-ranking Iranian military commanders in a coordinated overnight strike across multiple locations in Iran. According to the official IDF Spokesperson, over 200 Israeli Air Force jets, operating with precision-guided intelligence from Israel’s Intelligence Directorate, struck more than 100 strategic targets. These included military headquarters, command centers, and fortified hideouts believed to be sheltering senior leaders of the Iranian Armed Forces. Commanders eliminated in the strikes The IDF confirmed that the following high-ranking Iranian military figures were killed…

A tragic plane crash in India has claimed the lives of all 242 passengers and crew, according to early reports from Indian aviation officials. The commercial aircraft went down near a major airport, with no apparent survivors found at the crash site. The aircraft was reportedly attempting to land amid poor visibility and adverse weather conditions when it lost contact with air traffic control and crashed into terrain just outside the airport perimeter. Officials confirm total fatalities Emergency response teams arrived at the scene within minutes, only to find the wreckage engulfed in flames and debris scattered across a wide…

Iran nuclear escalation In a sharp escalation of Middle East tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Israel has issued an urgent travel warning to its employees, instructing them not to travel outside of Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Beersheba until further notice. The advisory follows growing fears of an imminent military conflict targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities, with Iran nuclear escalation at the center of the crisis. IAEA declares Iran in breach for the first time in nearly 20 years In a significant diplomatic development, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has officially declared Iran in non-compliance with its nuclear non-proliferation obligations a…