UPPER WEST REGION OF GHANA

Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

Surprise Showdown: West Indies vs South Africa in Ahmedabad

West Indies and South Africa will meet again on February 26 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match is part of the Super‑8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2026. The game will kick off at 3:00 PM IST, and fans can watch it live on Star Sports or stream it through the Jio HotStar app if they

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Feb 13 2026WEATHER

Eugene-Springfield: Bracing for a Chilly Surprise

Western Oregon, including Eugene and Springfield, might see a rare snow event next week. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a forecast that includes the possibility of freezing temperatures and light snowfall from February 16 to February 18. This weather pattern is expected to bring a mix

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Jan 27 2026WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: What's in Store for Western North Carolina?

Western North Carolina is still feeling the chill after a big winter storm. The National Weather Service says it's not over yet. They warn of very cold wind chills. These can drop as low as -19 degrees. That's dangerous. Frostbite can happen quickly. So can frozen pipes. People need to be careful.

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Jan 18 2026SPORTS

West Virginia's Home Court Advantage: A Closer Look

West Virginia is gearing up to host Colorado in a rare matchup. This is only the third time these teams have faced off, and it's the first time Colorado has visited Morgantown. Predictions are leaning heavily in favor of West Virginia. The ESPN Basketball Power Index gives them an 82. 1% chance to

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Jan 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Offshore Wind Farms: Mapping the Seafloor for a Greener Future

Offshore wind farms are a big deal in the fight against climate change. They offer a clean way to generate electricity, reducing the need for fossil fuels. Brazil, with its vast coastline, has a lot of potential in this area. But setting up these wind farms isn't easy. The seafloor is a complex plac

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Jan 13 2026HEALTH

Why Are Some Moms in Ghana Missing Out on Prenatal Checkups?

Ghana has a policy to help moms-to-be get healthcare for free. But not everyone is using it. A recent study dug into why some women aren't going for checkups during pregnancy. It looked at things like where they live, how much money they have, and their health needs. The study found that where a wo

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Jan 13 2026SPORTS

Standing Up for Fair Play in Women's Sports

West Virginia's Attorney General, JB McCuskey, is taking a firm stance on a crucial issue. He's confident that his state's law, the Save Women's Sports Act, will hold up in the Supreme Court. This law aims to keep sports spaces separate for women and girls. McCuskey believes that allowing transgend

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Jan 13 2026FINANCE

Ghana's Big Move to Fix Its Energy Money Problems

Ghana just took a huge step to clean up its energy money mess. In 2025, the country paid off $1. 47 billion in old energy debts. This big payment fixed a big problem with the World Bank and also paid back money owed to power companies. Ghana has been having a tough time with energy for a while. The

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Jan 13 2026RELIGION

How Faith and Community Helped Asheville Bounce Back

Western North Carolina faced a huge challenge when Hurricane Helene hit on September 27, 2024. The storm caused serious damage, leaving many people without homes. Over 160 Veterans at the Veterans Restoration Quarters, run by Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM), were among those

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