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  1. June 2026
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  3. May 2026
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    Media mogul Ted Turner, who pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the CNN channel, has died at the age of 87, the network has announced.

    CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
World & Region

Germany investigates suspected Russian links to weapons cache

The News

German authorities discovered two handguns and ammunition in woods near Berlin last October and suspect the cache was intended for assassinations on behalf of Russia, according to reports in German media. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said federal prosecutors are investigating a suspect in Romania over espionage and suspected preparation of a serious act of violence.

21 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 21 August

  1. Germany investigates suspected Russian links to weapons cache

    German authorities discovered two handguns and ammunition in woods near Berlin last October and suspect the cache was intended for assassinations on behalf of Russia, according to reports in German media. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt said federal prosecutors are investigating a suspect in Romania over espionage and suspected preparation of a serious act of violence.

    21 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 19 August

  1. KAEME skincare brand wins DHL ESG Excellence award

    Ghanaian natural skincare brand KAEME Body Care Limited has been named DHL ESG Excellence Exporter of the Year in recognition of its environmental, social and governance practices, including work with artisanal gold mining communities in Juaso and Bososo where it sources black soap and supports standardisation and market access for local producers.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Photographer prioritizes legacy over appearance in portrait work

    Dennis Temituro, founder of Comme Lab, says his philosophy is to "photograph legacy, not just looks" and aims to maintain a signature visual language that adapts to briefs while protecting brands and reputations. He emphasizes professionalism, flexibility, and emotional presence in celebrity photography.

    19 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 13 August

  1. US senator demands answers on aircraft carrier conditions abroad

    The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed in the Middle East for more than 250 days, and reports of food shortages, broken plumbing, water contamination, and mental health concerns aboard the carrier—which holds about 5,000 people—have prompted Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal to demand answers from Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, though the Pentagon has disputed the reports as "completely misrepresented."

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Paramount CEO defends $110bn Warner Bros takeover merger

    Paramount Skydance chief executive David Ellison has defended the company's $110bn takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery in a New York Times op-ed, rejecting antitrust concerns by arguing the combined entity would account for less than 20% of US television watch time and would compete against tech giants with greater resources.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 25 July

  1. Trump criticizes media at White House Correspondents' Dinner

    US President Donald Trump took swipes at journalists at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, accusing many of "Trump Derangement Syndrome" and criticizing "fake news," while the event celebrated press freedom following a shooting that had cancelled the previous dinner three months earlier.

    25 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Business schools must align courses with industry needs, prof urges

    Professor Robert E. Hinson has called for closer linkage between universities and industry in Ghana to make business school curricula globally competitive, arguing that programmes should incorporate practical tools like AI and reflect evolving workplace demands.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Business schools must align courses with industry needs

    Professor Robert E. Hinson has urged Ghana's business schools to work more closely with industry to ensure curricula are globally competitive, arguing that programmes should incorporate modern skills like AI expertise and entrepreneurial thinking to meet employer expectations.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. US judge temporarily blocks $110bn Paramount-Warner Bros merger

    A US federal judge has issued a 14-day injunction halting the proposed $110bn merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery, following a lawsuit by 12 US states concerned the deal would reduce competition and raise consumer prices. The judge found the states raised "serious questions" about the merger's impact on movie distribution.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 14 July

  1. California leads 12 states to block Warner Bros-Paramount merger

    Twelve US states, led by California, have filed a lawsuit to block the $110bn merger between Warner Bros. and Paramount, arguing it would stifle competition and harm consumers by creating excessive media consolidation in Hollywood.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 10 July

  1. Ghana must invest in AI to secure future media industry, UniMAC warns

    The Vice Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication warns that Ghana risks losing its competitive edge in the media landscape without urgent investment to prepare communication professionals for artificial intelligence. He calls for government support to establish AI laboratories and improve facilities at UniMAC.

    10 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 9 July

  1. UniMAC Vice-Chancellor aims to lead West African communication education

    The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts and Communication has outlined a vision to transform UniMAC into a leading centre for communication and media education in Ghana and West Africa, citing the need to equip graduates with skills for a technology-driven industry shaped by artificial intelligence.

    9 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors persist

    Rumours continue about pop star Taylor Swift marrying NFL player Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden over the 4 July Independence Day weekend, after New York City officials confirmed someone applied for a street closure permit nearby. Since Swift and Kelce announced their engagement in August, permit filings and hotel bookings by Kelce's Kansas City Chiefs teammates have fuelled speculation, though neither of their names appeared on the permit application.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 15 June

  1. UK announces social media ban for under-16s

    British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to ban social media sites such as TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram for under-16s, with restrictions on gaming and livestreaming platforms where children can contact strangers. The government expects regulation by year-end and enforcement around spring.

    15 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 12 June

  1. Paramount's $111bn Warner Bros acquisition approved by US Justice Department

    The US Department of Justice has approved Paramount Skydance's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, saying the merger is unlikely to harm competition and would likely increase competition across media and entertainment. However, the deal is not yet finalized, as states including California are reviewing the sale and could file suit to block it.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Young people increasingly use AI chatbots for emotional support

    Nearly 1 in 5 adolescents and young adults have used AI chatbots for advice or help when feeling upset, nervous, or anxious, according to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics. Many of these young people use chatbots repeatedly and find the advice helpful, raising questions about how these tools should be used and their limitations.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 3 June

  1. West African youth trafficked into Russia-Ukraine war, regional action growing

    Young people from Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Senegal and other West African countries are being trafficked into the Russia–Ukraine war through deceptive recruitment networks exploiting economic desperation and weak regional coordination. Growing public pressure, media investigations, and diplomatic interventions are prompting governments to respond more openly and families to report suspicious recruitment attempts earlier.

    3 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Saturday 23 May

  1. Two shot in Secret Service encounter near White House

    Two people were shot in an encounter with Secret Service near the White House on Saturday, according to a law enforcement official. The incident occurred near Pennsylvania Avenue and 17th Street Northwest after officers responded to a report of a person firing a weapon.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Nigerian journalist Hundeyin releases Tanzania election violence documentary

    Award-winning investigative journalist David Hundeyin is preparing to release a documentary examining how international media organisations reported the violence that followed Tanzania's October 2025 General Election. The documentary, titled What Happened on October 29?, argues that the global narrative surrounding the events failed to capture the broader political context, and presents evidence suggesting the violence involved both domestic and external actors.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 14 May

  1. Hubtel ranked 48th fastest-growing African company in 2026

    Ghana's Hubtel, a digital payments and e-commerce platform, has been named 48th on the Financial Times' 2026 list of Africa's fastest-growing companies with revenue of $63.68 million in 2024, nearly quadrupling its 2021 figure of $17.91 million and posting a compound annual growth rate of 52.63% over three years.

    14 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 7 May

  1. ACA mourns CNN founder Ted Turner's death and legacy

    The Africa Communications Agency has paid tribute to CNN founder Ted Turner, who died at 87, crediting his pioneering work—particularly the creation of CNN's "Inside Africa" programme—with shifting international perceptions of the African continent and amplifying African voices in global media.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. African media criticised for weak geopolitical coverage

    Professor Kwame Karikari, former Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa, has raised concerns that African media organisations remain overly local in focus and often rely on international outlets such as CNN, BBC and Al Jazeera for regional news, which he describes as detrimental to Africa's narrative. He stressed that global geopolitical developments and foreign influence pose serious threats to Africa, yet the continent's media has not responded adequately.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana must extend compassion to animals to protect human welfare

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's treatment of animals reflects gaps in law, environment, and conscience, and that failure to cherish animal life will harm human health, economy, and future.

    7 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 6 May

  1. CNN founder Ted Turner dies at age 87

    Ted Turner, who launched Cable News Network in 1980 as the first dedicated 24-hour rolling news channel, has died at 87. The media mogul transformed the news landscape and is remembered by current CNN leadership and US President Donald Trump for his pioneering vision and leadership.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 April

  1. African media must broaden focus beyond domestic politics

    Prof. Kwame Karikari, former Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa, has warned African journalists to expand their coverage beyond domestic party politics and scrutinise foreign interests shaping the continent's economic, political and security future, arguing that journalism must serve as a democratic safeguard and source of accountability.

    30 April 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Global media firms consolidating influence across Africa

    George Twumasi, CEO of ABN Holdings, warned at a media conference that international media organisations are deploying multimedia platform strategies to consolidate influence in Africa, with global firms like CNN, BBC, and France 24 using high-quality 5G streaming and integrated editorial ecosystems to control African narratives, reshaping audience engagement and advertising flows while placing pressure on local media institutions.

    29 April 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 27 April

  1. Washington hotel shooting prompts review of Trump protection measures

    A gunman opened fire at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, with the suspect exchanging fire with security officials on a floor above where Trump was present. The incident has renewed scrutiny over Secret Service security protocols and screening procedures at high-profile events.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

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