The age-old adage "you are what you eat" rings truer than ever. As chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease continue to rise, the importance of nutrition in preventing and managing these conditions cannot be overstated.

A well-balanced diet rich in whole foods is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being.

In West Africa, particularly in Ghana, plantains and nuts have been staple foods for centuries. While often enjoyed separately, combining these two nutrient-dense foods can have a profound impact on our health. 

After weeks of working hard at lyrics and melodies that seek to uplift and encourage fellow believers in the Christian faith, the seven finalists in the Next Gospel Star Season 5 contest are set for the ultimate showdown tomorrow, December 15, at the National Theatre.

Award-winning journalist and Chairperson for the Tema Regional Branch of the Ghana Journalists Association, Dzifa Tetteh, has launched her new book titled, "Beyond the Polished Boots.

After nearly losing her life in a domestic fire incident, young Serwaa, as she was then known, decided at that tender age to dedicate her life to serving the Lord and bringing smiles to the faces of people facing difficulties.

The Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre will come alive tonight when this year’s edition of Rhythms On Da Runway opens.

After a successful launch in Accra, on November 20, 2024, organisers of Diaspora Property expo (DPe) 2025 have rolled out a roadmap for a grand implementation of the project in the United States and Canada in March 2025.

I realized early on in my work as a personal branding and executive coach that I had a gift for seeing my clients for who they uniquely were. I could quickly pinpoint a clear opportunity they could tap into to tell their story, share their expertise, or make money from a unique skill.

So, back when my two teens were in elementary school, I intentionally set out to teach them how to boldly package their genius once they had demonstrated skills and services I thought could be marketable.

Contemporary society has increasingly welcomed age-gap relationships, where there are immense age differences between spouses.

Such relationships may be cutting across celebrities, and often if not always, these couples live ordinary lives.

While the benefits and problems of such relationships could be specific to it. Any relationship, regardless of the age gap, would work only between two parties who respect, understand, and communicate very well with each other. 

Professor Jonathan Quartey’s dedication to sports physiotherapy has earned him a trusted reputation among top athletes, national teams, and international sports organisations.

The successful marriage of the thriving Ghanaian textile industry and the historical yet ever-evolving fashion industry of Australia was the focus of celebrations at the 2024 Global Fashion Week held on Sunday, November 24, 2024. 

Chamber pots, locally known in the Twi language as "kuraba," are gradually going extinct from major markets across the country.

Salt has been recognized for its spiritual significance across various cultures, symbolizing energy, balance, protection and purification. 

It is believed to absorb negative energy, ward off malevolent influences, and cleanse both mentally and physically. 

Salt is also used in rituals to sever ties with unwanted energies and amplify intentions during prayers. 

Depression has emerged as a silent yet pervasive mental health crisis among youth in Ghana, silently claiming lives and robbing the nation of its greatest asset—its future leaders. While mental health discussions have gained momentum globally, Ghana continues to grapple with stigma, limited resources, and a lack of awareness, leaving young people vulnerable to the deadly grip of depression.

When the Nativ Afrik Band, in partnership with the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Ghana (AHK Ghana) brought on the African-German Music Festival on October 27 at the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill in Accra, it was a superb moment to encounter vibrant energy expressed through a variety of musical styles.

Collage and mosaic artist, Eric Kwadwo Afranie will stage an exhibition at the National Theatre in Accra tonight.

Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of SpaceX, Tesla, and other game-changing tech companies, somehow finds time to read a lot of books when he’s not sending rockets into space.

For the crime of breaking into a shop, stealing 91 assorted laptops and 51 tablets and selling same to various individuals, a businessman, James Ugochukwu Nwobi, has been jailed for 14 years with hard labour. 

He did this by conspiring with a fellow businessman, Solomon Otis, who received part of the goods he knew were stolen. Otis has been sentenced to five years with hard labour for his involvement.

A psychiatrist, Dr Yennusom Maalug, has cautioned that, untreated bipolar or mood disorders could lead to serious mental and social health issues, including suicidal thoughts, substance abuse and a lower quality of life.

“Due to extreme mood swings, impulsive behaviour and the quest to escape reality, patients with bipolar disorder may resort to substance abuse or self-harm.”

Let’s be honest — people have a habit of bringing their phones to the bathroom. I’ve been guilty of it myself, and chances are that someone is on the toilet reading this article right now. A three-minute trip to the loo can easily turn into 15 minutes of reading, scrolling and posting.

It might seem a harmless way to pass the time when you’re going number two. However, experts warn that what they call prolonged sitting on the toilet can harm your health. It’s even been connected to an increased risk of hemorrhoids and weakened pelvic muscles, said Dr. Lai Xue, a colorectal surgeon at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.

Members of the Efeee Noko Cultural Troupe, led by multi-instrumentalist Richmond Otu Laryea, had a swell of a time when they recently descended on Grand-Bassam and Anani, both near Abidjan in Cote d’Ivoire, for two performances and a workshop.  

A mother bled to death after botched stomach surgery in Turkey because she could not buy another course of Ozempic, an inquest has found.