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Africa’s Growing Footprint in Space: Dr. Benjamin Bonsu Champions Inclusivity at SPEXA 2026 in Japan

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Africa’s Growing Footprint in Space: Dr. Benjamin Bonsu Champions Inclusivity at SPEXA 2026 in Japan

The global space industry is witnessing an unprecedented era of innovation and collaboration, with nations increasingly recognizing the strategic importance of space technologies. Amidst this burgeoning landscape, SPEXA 2026 (Space Business Expo), held at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan, emerged as a pivotal platform for fostering international partnerships and showcasing advancements in space business. This year, a significant narrative unfolded around the enhanced inclusiveness of African stakeholders, largely spearheaded by the […]

Japan’s Arm Wrestling champions flex muscles in spellbinding contest in Akashi

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Japan’s Arm Wrestling champions flex muscles in spellbinding contest in Akashi

By Emmanuel Akyereko Frimpong Japan's topmost arm wrestling athletes gathered and competed in a white-knuckling contest at the Undisputed Champions Maker Gym on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Akashi City, Hyogo Precfecture. Yoshinobu Kanai, nicknamed the Warlord or Iron Arm, who has achieved tremendous success in the sport with mind-blowing international victories off the shores of Japan, was present at the event. Contenders from various gyms across Japan gathered to […]

Japanese side Gamba Osaka to face Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr in AFC Champions League 2 final

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Japanese side Gamba Osaka to face Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr in AFC Champions League 2 final

By Emmanuel Akyereko Frimpong Two-time Japanese J1 League title-winners Gamba Osaka will come face to face with Cristiano Ronaldo's star-studded Al Nassr in the 2025/26 AFC Champions League final 2 on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at the Alawwal Park in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. Based in Suita, Osaka-Shi, Gamba Osaka lifted the 2008 AFC Champions League trophy after defeating Australian side Adelaide United 5-0 on aggregate in a two-legged final. […]

Hollywood icon Chuck Norris dies at 86

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Hollywood icon Chuck Norris dies at 86

By Emmanuel Akyereko Carlos Ray, known globally as Chuck Norris, has been confirmed dead with tributes pouring in from all quarters on the globe. Norris was rushed to a hospital in Hawaii on Thursday, March 19, 2026 after suffering what was described as a medical emergency. According to sources, the legendary actor was training on the island of Kauai and was reportedly in good spirit when the incident occurred which […]

Japanese gas station goes viral after blaming US President Trump over fuel shortage

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Japanese gas station goes viral after blaming US President Trump over fuel shortage

By Emmanuel Akyereko A gas station in Japan has been hogging the headlines after a handwritten post displaying NO FUEL information to customers blamed US President Donald Trump for the fuel shortage. Clover Daimon Self-Service Gas Station in the Northern city of Hakodate, Hokkaido, has gone viral since Friday morning in Japan after a random person posted a photo taken at their station on X. The independent station faced temporary […]

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Africa’s Growing Footprint in Space: Dr. Benjamin Bonsu Champions Inclusivity at SPEXA 2026 in Japan

The global space industry is witnessing an unprecedented era of innovation and collaboration, with nations increasingly recognizing the strategic importance of space technologies. Amidst this burgeoning landscape, SPEXA 2026 (Space Business Expo), held at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan, emerged as a pivotal platform for fostering international partnerships and showcasing advancements in space business. This year, a significant narrative unfolded around the enhanced inclusiveness of African stakeholders, largely spearheaded by the […]

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Ghanaian Afro-pop star Wanlov Kubolor expecting 15th child

Ghanaian-Romanian Afro Pop musician Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu, popularly known by his stage name Wanlov the Kubolor, has revealed that he is expecting his 15th child. The 45-year-old went public a couple of years back to declare that he had 9 children however he has shocked fans with his latest revelation that he has increased the number by 5 and is expecting a 6th child ever since. The 2006 WCS International Song […]

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Ghanaian musician Wanluv reveals details about his Japanese son

Ghanaian-Romanian musician Emmanuel Owusu-Bonsu, known by his stage name Wanluv the Kubolor, has revealed that he has a son with a Japanese woman. Kubolor, 45, has been talking to Ghanaian broadcaster Kafui Dey in an exclusive interview in which he has revealed details about his life beginning from his childhood days. The 2006 WCS International Song Contest winner was born to a Ghanaian father and a Romanian father and holds […]

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European heavyweights Real Madrid have announced the appointment of Álvaro Arbeloa as the club's new first team head coach after firing Xabi Alonso. In a dramatic style, the Santiago Bernabeu outfit relieved the ex-Bayern Munich and Liverpool star midfielder after falling to Barcelona in the Supercopa de Espana final on Sunday in Saudi Arabia. An official club statement reads: "Real Madrid C. F. would like to announce that Álvaro Arbeloa […]

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Real Madrid fire Alonso after Supercopa loss to bitterest rivals Barca

By Emmanuel Akyereko European giants Real Madrid have confirmed the sacking of manager Xabi Alonso after the club's recent loss to sworn rivals Barcelona in the final of the Supercopa de Espana on Sunday. In a brief statement released on the club's website, the La Liga record winners have stated that the two parties mutually parted ways. "We would like to thank Xabi Alonso and all his coaching staff for […]

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