… The heatwave is also expected to spread to eastern Europe over the next few days, with severe heat warnings issued for countries including Poland, Croatia and Hungary for later in the week. …
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in a handshake with one of his subjects The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, yesterday returned to Kumasi to a rousing welcome following a successful working visit to Poland and Canada aimed at promoting development partnerships, investment and educational o …
… His career also featured international exposure through technical inspections and professional development programmes in Poland and the United States. …
… They are Andrei Ordash, Ambassador of the Russian Federation, Ronald Micallef, High Commissioner of the Republic of Malta, and Michal Cygan, Ambassador of Poland. …
… Senegal have won two of their three opening games at the World Cup, running out 2-1 victors over Poland in 2018 before slipping to a 2-0 defeat against the Netherlands in 2022. …
… The rest were Mr Michal Cygan, Ambassador of Poland, Mr Bambang Suharto, Ambassador of Indonesia, Madam Isbeth Lisbeth Quiel Murcia, Ambassador of Panama, Mr Armen Sargsyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia, and Mr Selestine Gervas Kakele, Ambassador of Tanzania. …
… The envoys, representing Russia, Malta, Poland, Indonesia, Panama, Armenia and Tanzania, formally presented their letters of credence to the President on Monday. …
… Poland blamed Russia for a drone strike on a field in the village of Osiny 130km (80 miles) south-east of Warsaw last August, and then shot down two suspected Russian drones over its territory the following month. …
France faces another day of exceptionally hot weather with more than half the country under red heat alert, following its hottest June day on record at 29.8°C on Tuesday. The heatwave is spreading across western Europe, with severe heat warnings issued for the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Poland, Croatia, Hungary and other eastern European countries, and 40 people have drowned in heatwave-related incidents in France since last Thursday.
France faces another day of exceptionally hot weather with more than half the country under red heat alert, following its hottest June day on record at 29.8°C on Tuesday. The heatwave is spreading across western Europe, with severe heat warnings issued for the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Poland, Croatia, Hungary and other eastern European countries, and 40 people have drowned in heatwave-related incidents in France since last Thursday.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II returned to Kumasi following a working visit to Poland and Canada aimed at promoting development partnerships, investment and educational opportunities for Asanteman. During the trip, the Asantehene held meetings with government officials, investors, business leaders and diaspora members to attract investment to the Ashanti Region and strengthen educational and cultural collaborations.
The Ghana National Fire Service held a farewell ceremony for Assistant Chief Fire Officer II Semey Anthony Mawuko, who retired after 37 years of service. ACFO II Mawuko, who joined the service in February 1989, held several strategic positions including Logistics Officer and Assistant Director of Maintenance, and was recognized for his contributions to operational efficiency, mentorship and technical training.
President John Dramani Mahama received credentials from ambassadors and high commissioners representing Russia, Malta, Poland, Indonesia, Panama, Armenia, and Tanzania. Mahama highlighted Ghana's healthy relationships with their respective countries and invited them to identify areas of meaningful cooperation, including investment opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, energy, and other sectors as part of Ghana's economic transformation agenda.
Robert Kuzovkov, a 44-year-old Russian artist known by the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky who created caricatures of Putin and other political leaders, was shot five times and killed in Biała Podlaska, Poland on Monday morning. Polish police have detained two Belarusian citizens and are investigating the murder.
France head coach Didier Deschamps says his side will show proper respect to Senegal in their opening 2026 World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, seeking to avenge a 1-0 defeat to the Lions of Teranga in 2002 when France were defending champions. Deschamps, who won the World Cup as both player (1998) and manager (2018), will step down after the tournament.
President John Dramani Mahama received Letters of Credence from six new ambassadors and one high commissioner—from Malta, Russia, Poland, Indonesia, Panama, Armenia, and Tanzania—accredited to Ghana on June 15. The President welcomed them and assured his government's friendship and cooperation as they begin their diplomatic missions in Ghana.
President Mahama received credentials from ambassadors representing Russia, Malta, Poland, Indonesia, Panama, Armenia and Tanzania at the Jubilee House in Accra on Monday. The President reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic relations in areas including trade, agriculture, education, technology, investment and skills development.
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is expected to travel to Canada to watch Ghana's Black Stars play Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match at BMO Field in Toronto on June 17, and will also attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup Business Summit as Special Guest of Honour.
A Russian drone struck a residential building in Galați, Romania on Friday, causing a fire and injuring two people — the first time Romanian citizens have been hurt in such an incident. Nato and EU allies condemned the attack; Romania scrambled fighter jets but had only four minutes from detection to impact.
The 40th FAI World Gliding Championships officially launched at Rudniki Airfield in Częstochowa, Poland, running from May 16 to May 30, 2026, bringing together up to 120 elite glider pilots competing across three classes: Open, 18-Metre, and 20-Metre Multi-seat.
President Donald Trump announced the US will send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, citing his relationship with Polish President Karol Nawrocki, a week after the Pentagon had cancelled a planned deployment of 4,000 troops. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte welcomed the move, though the White House has signalled it intends to reduce overall troop levels in Europe as part of its "America First" agenda.
Ghanaian midfielder Linda Owusu Ansah will join Northern Super League side AFC Toronto on a long-term deal following the 2025/26 Women's Premier League season, departing Ghanaian champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies after three seasons.
Ghana's U-20 women's national team has been drawn in Group C of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, where they will face France, South Korea, and Ecuador. The Black Princesses qualified for their eighth successive appearance at the tournament after a 3-2 aggregate win over Uganda.
The Black Princesses will discover their group opponents for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup during an official draw today in Łódź, Poland. Ghana is among 24 qualified nations for the tournament scheduled for September 5–27, 2026.
The global orchid market, worth hundreds of millions of dollars, uses genetic screening and selective breeding to speed development of new varieties. Firms like Dutch breeder Floricultura develop genetic markers to identify desired traits early in the breeding process, allowing breeders to discard unsuitable plants before waiting years for them to flower.
Ghana's Black Princesses will discover their group opponents in the 2026 U20 Women's World Cup at a draw on May 15 in Łódź, Poland. The team qualified for the tournament for the eighth consecutive time after beating Uganda 3-2 on aggregate this month; the tournament takes place in Poland from September 5–27, 2026.
Ghana's U20 Women's National Team, which qualified for the 2026 U20 Women's World Cup, are staying in camp rather than returning home because they are owed per diems from qualifying matches against South Africa and Uganda. The team fears the matter will be closed if they disperse to their respective homes.
Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa joined Mexico's final training camp ahead of the World Cup (June–July), expected to become only the sixth player to appear at six World Cups. Ochoa, who has earned more than 150 caps, suggested the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico could mark the end of his career.
The WHO chief said there is "no sign" of a larger hantavirus outbreak following the evacuation of the MV Hondius cruise ship, though he warned the situation could change and more cases may emerge in the coming weeks. Seven cases have been confirmed overall, three people have died, and twelve Dutch hospital employees are in quarantine after treating an evacuated passenger.
Reigning French Open champion Coco Gauff recovered from match point down to defeat American teenager Iva Jovic 5-7 7-5 6-2 in the Italian Open fourth round. Gauff acknowledged she must improve significantly to defend her French Open title beginning 24 May and match her run to last year's Italian Open final.
The MV Hondius departed Tenerife for the Netherlands after its final passengers left, as authorities confirmed three new positive hantavirus cases linked to the outbreak. Seven cases have been confirmed and two others suspected according to the WHO, with three passengers having died.
Ghana's Black Princesses secured qualification to the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup after drawing 1-1 with Uganda in Kampala, advancing 3-2 on aggregate. The qualification marks Ghana's eighth appearance at the tournament, which will be staged in Poland in September.
Ghana drew 1-1 with Uganda in the second leg of their FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup qualifier in Kampala, winning the tie 3-2 on aggregate after a 2-1 first-leg victory. Linda Owusu Ansah scored in the 78th minute to level the match, and Ghana held on despite being reduced to ten players, qualifying for their eighth World Cup appearance.
Ghana's U20 women's football team secured one of four African slots for the 2026 U20 Women's World Cup after a 3-2 aggregate victory over Uganda. Head coach Charles Sampson said the team is excited about the qualification and now aims to perform well at the tournament in Poland.
Ghana's U20 women's football team qualified for the 2026 U20 Women's World Cup with a 3-2 aggregate victory over Uganda, securing their eighth consecutive qualification for the tournament, which will be held in Poland in September.
Ghana has qualified for this year's U20 Women's World Cup after defeating Uganda 3-2 on aggregate in the final round of qualifiers. The Black Princesses drew 1-1 away in Kampala on May 9, following a 2-1 first-leg victory at home.
Ghana's U-20 women's football team held their first training session in Kampala ahead of their return fixture against Uganda in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup qualifier. Head coach Charles Sampson worked with twenty-three players on endurance, ball retention, team defending, wing play, and shooting, with Ghana aiming for an eighth consecutive appearance at the tournament scheduled for Poland.
Ghana's U20 women's football team has arrived in Kampala for the second leg of their World Cup qualifier against Uganda on Saturday, holding a 2-1 first-leg advantage. A win would secure their eighth consecutive appearance at the U20 Women's World Cup, to be held in Poland in September.
Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie has called for increased investment and corporate sponsorship in Ghana's creative industry, stressing the need to recognise creative professionals as major contributors to national development and cultural diplomacy. She praised Harmonious Chorale for projecting Ghana's cultural heritage internationally and reaffirmed the Ministry's support for the group's participation in the Festival of Orthodox Church Music in Poland.