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Trump sues Wall Street Journal, Murdoch over Epstein note claim
At the heart of the case is a 2003 birthday note reportedly sent by Trump to Epstein, which the article described as “bawdy” and framed within the outline of a naked woman.
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Parliament suspends consideration of Scholarship Authority Bill for wider consultation
The move comes after the Citizens’ Coalition—a network of civil society groups and influential individuals—urged Parliament to stop the fast-tracked passage of the bill, which is being processed under a certificate of urgency.
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First major national crypto legislation passed in US
The new law, known as the Genius Act, establishes a regulatory framework for stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to traditional assets like the US dollar and considered less volatile than Bitcoin or Ethereum.
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Parliament approves Fisheries Bill to combat illegal fishing
The new legislation aims to revamp outdated laws, promote responsible fishing, and ensure Ghana maintains access to lucrative international markets, particularly the European Union and the United States.
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Obuasi East Assembly surpasses 2025 revenue target
Between January and May 31, the Assembly raked in over GH₵1 million, well above the projected target of GH₵915,420.00.
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CJ role too powerful, vulnerable to abuse-Prof Prempeh calls for reform
Speaking at a Learning and Exchange event organized by the African Judicial Independence Fund (AJIF), Prof. Prempeh described Ghana’s judicial structure as overly centralized, with the Chief Justice holding unchecked authority over both the...
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Suspended Chief Justice drags Ghana to ECOWAS court over rights violations
The revelation was made by Deputy Attorney General Dr. Justice Srem Sai in a post on X (formerly Twitter), where he stated that the case was officially lodged on July 4, 2025.
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New Insurance tax could cripple local firms and cost jobs-MP warns
Set to take effect on July 1, 2025, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on non-life insurance services — including policies covering property, health, and travel. Motor insurance, however, is excluded...
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US Supreme Court greenlights Trump-era deportations to third countries
The court overturned a lower court’s ruling that had barred such removals unless migrants were first given a chance to explain why deportation to a third country could be dangerous.
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GRA targets small businesses with easy tax filing plan
Speaking after a meeting with executives of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in Accra, Acting Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong revealed that the upcoming Modified Taxation Programme will focus on easing the burden of...
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Africa
Outrage as Nigerian university insists on brassiere before exams
The viral footage captures moments where female staff members are seen touching the chests of students lining up outside an exam hall at the institution, located in Ogun State.
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IEA opposes Tullow Oil license extension, calls for sector overhaul
The think tank’s call follows recent reports that the government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to extend Tullow’s licenses until 2040, a move the IEA decries as lacking transparency, integrity, and accountability.
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Justice Dzamefe backs AI, virtual courts to reform justice delivery
Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, June 16, 2025, the Court of Appeal judge argued that the justice delivery process must embrace modern tools and structural expansion if it is to serve the public effectively.
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Trump Orders Focused Deportations in Democratic Cities Amid Immigration Protests
In a statement posted on social media Sunday, Trump urged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to carry out what he described as the “largest mass deportation program in history.”
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500,000 immigrants on Humanitarian parole ordered to leave US
In a statement released on Thursday, the DHS revealed that these immigrants, who the Biden administration had granted temporary protection under humanitarian parole, would be receiving notices instructing them to depart.
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U.S. Justice Department revises foreign bribery enforcement approach
n a detailed memo, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche outlined that the new approach will concentrate on misconduct that undermines U.S. companies’ ability to compete with foreign rivals, involves critical infrastructure, and is linked to...
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Crime
UK lawyers urged to desist misuse of AI after fake case citations
In one notable case, the claimants in a £89m damages lawsuit against the Qatar National Bank presented 45 case-law citations, of which 18 were proven to be fictitious.
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Courts
Court orders Whatsapp service of Nurses Association of injunction against strike
This ruling, delivered by Justice Priscilla Dikro Ofori, comes after the NLC filed a motion on June 10, explaining difficulties in directly serving the GRNMA with a court order issued earlier on June 5.
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Nationwide consultations to begin as CRC seeks public input on constitutional reforms
In a public notice released on Monday, June 10, the CRC emphasized that these upcoming zonal engagements form a crucial pillar of its mission to make the constitutional review process as inclusive and participatory as possible.
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OSP is Ghana’s best weapon in fight against corruption-Kissi Agyebeng
He highlighted that the OSP’s creation under the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959), has positioned it as a flagship institution with the ability to independently investigate, prosecute, recover, and manage assets related...
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