… Dear You is set against the backdrop of a historical wave of Chinese migration to Southeast Asia But even those who don’t understand Teochew have been seeking out the movie in its original form. “I think sometimes it’s just the vibe,” says Anna Zhang, a 35-year-old from Beijing w …
… The new service is optimally timed to connect travellers from Accra to key commercial and tourist hubs, including Beijing, Seoul, Sydney, Perth, Mumbai, Singapore, New York JFK and Jeddah. …
… The new service is optimally timed to connect travellers from Accra to key commercial and tourist hubs including Beijing, Seoul, Sydney, Perth, Mumbai, Singapore, New York JFK and Jeddah. …
… Taiwan, the US ally and self-governed island that Beijing claims, produces the majority of the world’s most advanced chips, the tiny processors that sit inside smartphones, laptops and AI data centres. …
… The visit comes weeks after Xi received US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing – two countries that loom large over Pyongyang’s foreign policy. …
… New Zealand foreign minister Peters has instructed foreign ministry officials in Beijing and Wellington to discuss the matter with Chinese authorities to “better understand” the “departure from past practice”, the spokesperson said. …
… This year’s competition will end with the National Final on July 10, 2026, at the Achimota Golf Club, where the winning team will represent Ghana at the World Finals in Beijing, China, in October. …
… Speaking at the launch on Friday, the Executive Partner of WCGC Ghana, Ms Catherine Fabbi, disclosed that the winning corporate team from the national finals will earn an all-expenses-paid opportunity to represent Ghana at the prestigious WCGC World Finals in Beijing, China. …
A Chinese film "Dear You," filmed in Teochew, has sparked debate in Singapore after most screenings were dubbed into Mandarin rather than offered in the original language; this has reignited discussion about Singapore's government push for Mandarin over other Chinese languages, which some argue has driven dialects like Teochew, Hokkien, Cantonese and Hakka into decline.
A Chinese film "Dear You," filmed in Teochew, has sparked debate in Singapore after most screenings were dubbed into Mandarin rather than offered in the original language; this has reignited discussion about Singapore's government push for Mandarin over other Chinese languages, which some argue has driven dialects like Teochew, Hokkien, Cantonese and Hakka into decline.
Emirates is introducing four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra from July 12, complementing its existing daily operation. The new flights will operate Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays using Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
Emirates is introducing four additional weekly services between Dubai and Accra starting 12 July 2026, operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays on a Boeing 777-300ER. The expansion complements the airline's existing daily operation and responds to sustained growth in air travel demand.
China's foreign ministry confirmed the arrest of U Min Zin, a US-based scholar and director at a think tank focused on Myanmar, accusing him of spying and endangering national security. He was detained in early June in Kunming, a Chinese city bordering Myanmar, and the arrest is unusual as China rarely detains US citizens on national security charges.
Emmanuel Kwame Agyemang, born in 1989, has progressed from student leadership at the University of Ghana to roles in Ghana's public administration and international platforms. He holds a BA in English and Political Science and an MA in Public Administration from the University of Ghana.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, the world's largest chipmaker, has told the BBC that inflation is pushing up costs and has not ruled out price rises, though its CFO said the firm would not introduce sudden "fourfold, fivefold" increases. Any price increases could eventually affect customers' electronic device costs.
China's President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea on June 8–9 at Kim Jong Un's invitation, his first trip in nearly seven years. The visit comes as China, North Korea's largest trading partner and sole defence-pact ally, seeks to manage its relationship with Pyongyang amid growing ties between North Korea and Russia.
China has banned four New Zealand Members of Parliament for a year following their visit to Taiwan in May, a first for the country according to New Zealand's foreign ministry. The MPs—Maureen Pugh, David Wilson, Laura McClure, and Duncan Webb—can have the ban reduced or waived with an apology, though at least one MP said she would not apologize.
The World Corporate Golf Challenge Ghana was officially launched at Achimota Golf Club, with the 2026 National Final scheduled for July 10 at the same venue. The winning team will represent Ghana at the World Finals in Beijing, China, in October, with the competition restricted to amateur golfers who are members of the Ghana Golf Association and represent registered companies.
The World Corporate Golf Challenge Ghana has officially launched its 2026 tournament season, with the national final scheduled for July 10 at Achimota Golf Club. The winning corporate team will represent Ghana at the WCGC World Finals in Beijing, competing against champions from more than 30 countries.
The World Corporate Golf Challenge (WCGC) Ghana has launched its 2026 season with a national final scheduled for July 10 at Achimota Golf Club; the winning team will represent Ghana at the WCGC World Finals in Beijing, competing against champions from more than 30 countries. The tournament brings together top executives and business decision-makers from banking, telecommunications, energy, and technology sectors, with a focus on inclusivity and increased female participation in corporate golf.
The World Corporate Golf Challenge Ghana has officially launched its 2026 tournament season, with the National Final scheduled for July 10, 2026, at Achimota Golf Club. The winning team will represent Ghana at the WCGC World Finals in Beijing, competing against champions from more than 30 countries.
Taiwan's president Lai Ching-te said Taiwan will not provoke conflict but will not give up its sovereignty, responding to a Trump-Xi summit where China's Xi emphasized Taiwan as the most important bilateral issue. Lai reiterated Taiwan's longstanding position that there is no "Taiwan independence" issue because Taiwan already considers itself a sovereign and independent democratic country.
Ghana's men's team finished third in 38.74 seconds at the 24th African Senior Athletics Championships, with Côte d'Ivoire winning in 38.52 seconds and Nigeria second in 38.70 seconds. The women's team also secured bronze in 44.85 seconds, with Nigeria taking gold in 42.94 seconds and Liberia second in 43.05 seconds.
US President Donald Trump cautioned Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China following his summit with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump said he had "made no commitment either way" about Taiwan and reiterated that US policy on the matter had not changed.
US President Donald Trump cautioned Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China following his two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump stated he is not looking to have Taiwan go independent and said US policy on the matter has not changed.
US President Trump visited Zhongnanhai, the heavily guarded 14th Century compound where China's top leaders live and work, in a tour led by Xi Jinping. The visit, part of a two-day summit focused on resolving trade and Iran-related tensions, emphasized pageantry with both leaders describing the relationship warmly, though few policy details emerged.
US President Trump visited Beijing with a business delegation and said he struck "fantastic trade deals" with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, though the two-day summit produced warm rhetoric more than concrete agreements. Trump said China agreed to order 200 Boeing planes, but Beijing did not confirm major purchases.
Oil futures climbed on Friday as concerns persisted over ship attacks and seizures in the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude rising to $106.32 a barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate to $101.71, despite Iran reporting about 30 vessels had passed through since Wednesday evening.
US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where discussions are expected to cover tariffs, technology competition, the war in Iran, and America's relationship with Taiwan. Trump was greeted by Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng and accompanied by US tech industry executives including Elon Musk, Jensen Huang, Tim Cook, Larry Fink, and Kelly Ortberg.
Ghana's men's 4x100m relay team has qualified for the World Athletics Championships in Beijing after finishing second at the World Relays with a time of 38.09 seconds. World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said the team should aim for a podium finish, noting this marks Ghana's fourth successive World Championships appearance.
World Athletics president Lord Sebastian Coe has commended the government of Ghana for providing resources to host the 24th Confederation of African Athletics African Senior Athletics Championships at the University of Ghana Stadium, Legon, emphasizing that political support from the highest level is critical for organizing such events.
US President Donald Trump is expected to bring 17 top business and technology executives on his trip to China this week, including Tim Cook of Apple, Elon Musk of Tesla and SpaceX, and Larry Fink of BlackRock. The trip will include Trump's meeting with President Xi Jinping amid growing economic and technological tensions between the two countries.
US President Donald Trump will travel to China from 13–15 May to meet Xi Jinping, the first visit by a US president to China in nearly a decade. The visit comes as a key test of the trade truce between Washington and Beijing following a tit-for-tat tariff war that saw tariffs top 100%.
Ghana's men's 4x100m relay team secured qualification for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing at the 2026 World Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, finishing second in 38.09 seconds and marking their fourth consecutive appearance at the global event. Following public concerns from athletes about preparation and travel arrangements, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation clarified that travel schedules and preparation timelines are determined by sports federations and international competition requirements, not the Ministry itself.
Ghana's men's 4x100m relay team qualified for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing by finishing second in the second-round qualifiers at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana with a time of 38.09 seconds. The team's improved baton exchanges and execution secured one of the available qualification slots.
Ghana's 4x100m relay team qualified for next year's World Athletics Championships in Beijing after finishing second at the 2026 World Relays in Botswana, but raised concerns about travel and preparation. The Sports Ministry responded that arrival timelines and competition schedules are determined by federation engagements and international protocols, not by the Ministry.
Ghana's 4x100m relay team qualified for next year's World Athletics Championships in Beijing by finishing second at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana with a time of 38.09 seconds, securing the country's fourth consecutive appearance. The team's qualification was overshadowed by their complaints about inadequate support from the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, prompting Ghana Athletics president to pledge improvements.
Benjamin Azamati's men's 4x100m relay team secured qualification for a fourth consecutive World Athletics Championships, finishing second behind China in 38.09 seconds at the World Relays to book their place at next year's championships in Beijing.