The UN's migration agency is warning that criminal networks have been trafficking hundreds of thousands of people, many of them educated English speakers, to work in online scam centres, and the caseload is growing.

The International Organisation for Migration says victims are often lured by fake job advertisements, mostly through social media promising work abroad, only to get locked up, have their identity documents seized, and forced through violence, threats and “debt bondage” to participate in the online scams.

At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne likes to drive her blue Subaru everywhere she needs to go.

She lives independently in her own house in Dover, Delaware, exercises every day, reads romance novels, and enjoys dancing and socializing.

A nutritionist at the Shai-Osudoku District Hospital, Mrs Dorcas Amposem, has advised consumers to look beyond expiry dates when buying canned foods, especially during the rainy season.

She said floodwaters, for instance, could compromise the safety of canned foods under certain conditions.

In an interview with The Mirror in Accra last Wednesday, she explained that floodwaters often contained sewage, chemicals, refuse and disease-causing microorganisms, which could contaminate food or its packaging.

Dear Mirror Lawyer, I live in Cape Coast in the Central Region of Ghana. Two months ago, my friend and I visited a nearby supermarket to purchase some groceries for her house.

We didn’t have to stay long there since all the items she wanted were readily available. 

The entrance to the supermarket was different from the exit door. While moving towards the exit door, I slipped and injured my left arm.

Sex addiction, a range of sexual behaviours that are done in excess and significantly impact one’s life in a negative way, is one of the many addictions people face.

It comes in different forms, including addiction to pornography, prostitution, masturbation or fantasy, sadistic or masochistic behaviour and other excessive sexual pursuits.

Dear Mirror Doctor, why is hypertension such a common condition?

These days it is seen in younger people. Kindly explain why hypertension is on the rise now.
Young, Kumasi.

The whole world has seen an improvement in infectious diseases so the non-communicable diseases will now be the main focus.

Fruit sellers at the CMB Market in Accra say Ghanaians seem to be increasingly embracing healthy eating by buying more fruits and are appealing to the government to help address the growing problem of post-harvest losses.

The banana queen mother for the Tafo–Begoro Station market, Madam Akosua Ntiniwaa, said the patronage of fruits had improved significantly because many Ghanaians now understand the health benefits of eating fruits.

Ghanaian music duo Lali X Lola are gaining renewed international attention following their latest feature on the BBC World Service, as momentum builds toward the highly anticipated HoodTalk Music Festival scheduled for September 5.

Their song Mad Over Me, produced in collaboration with Rappidd, was selected as Ghana’s entry on DJ Edu’s widely followed “10 in 10” segment on the programme This Is Africa. 

Not every journey begins at a bus station or airport. Increasingly, many now start on a smartphone screen.

We live in an era where technology has transformed almost every aspect of our lives, and tourism is no exception. Before travellers pack their bags, they are already exploring destinations digitally. 

They stroll through hotel corridors, stand on mountain tops, admire museum galleries and even gaze across city skylines—all without leaving their living rooms.

Dear Mirror Lawyer, I have been sued in the High Court over a plot of land I bought, which the person who sued me claims I took unlawfully from him.

I bought the land legally and satisfied all requirements from the rightful stool. My competitor obtained an injunction order to stop me from building my house on the land.

If you're a parent, you may have breathed a sigh of relief - or perhaps frustration - at the UK government's plans to implement an overnight social media curfew for 16 and 17-year-olds.

I'll just do that later, this thing can wait, maybe a short break first... We've all been there: putting off certain tasks then being left with essays up to the wire, loads of messages unread and that bedroom sort-out that just never happens.

The jerseys have been folded away. The WhatsApp debates have shifted from line-ups to local politics.

The Black Stars have exited the FIFA World Cup, but they have done so with mix feelings.

A memorable victory over Panama and an inspired draw against England reminded the football world that Ghana remains one of Africa's most respected football nations.

Men, by nature, often tend to be domineering and inward-looking. Many derive emotional fulfilment from their achievements and their role as providers.

In pursuing these responsibilities, however, we sometimes overlook the invaluable role our wives play in our lives.

In Ghana, it is common to hear some husbands proudly declare, "I take care of you and provide all your needs. What else do you need?" Yet, providing financially is only one aspect of marriage.

The Ghana Government announced a special two-day national general cleaning exercise— Friday, 10 July and Saturday, 11 July 2026—for the seven regions affected by the recent floods to desilt choked drains, clear sand, weeds and debris from roads and gutters, and undertake all other activities that would reduce the risk of further flooding.

Security agencies and waste management companies were called upon to be part of the process, as well as Ministers, Members of Parliament and government appointees.

A career in Public Relations (PR) and Communications was not something Faith Senam Ocloo had imagined for herself while growing up.

Like many young people trying to find their feet, her plan was simple: complete school, graduate and find a job.

However, what began without a clear career plan gradually led her into communications, where she has, over the years, carved a niche in fashion, beauty and lifestyle PR.

When floods hit communities, the immediate concerns are often destroyed property, displaced families and blocked roads.

However, another danger may remain even after the floodwaters recede: contaminated drinking water.

Heavy rains and flooding can increase the risk of waterborne diseases, including cholera and typhoid fever, particularly in communities with poor drainage and sanitation systems.

Forget Independence Day. Forget Founders' Day. Forget Greater Works. Forget Crossover Night.

Our most faithfully observed national event is the Annual Festival of Floodwaters, Floating Plastics and Official Sympathies—a spectacular production that has enjoyed uninterrupted annual performances since the 1950s.

Four people have appeared before an Accra Circuit Court for allegedly concealing 4.6 kilogrammes of marijuana in a parcel given to a traveller for delivery in Qatar.

The traveller, David Vouganye, was arrested after authorities in Doha, Qatar, found the suspected narcotic drugs hidden among food and personal care items in the parcel. He was subsequently prosecuted in Qatar and is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence.

The four accused persons are Isaac Techie-Menson, 57; Comfort Ofosu, 25; Catherine Quaye, 43, all travel agents and Kwaku Blorme, 38, a tiler.

Public Relations and Communications professionals have been challenged to embrace continuous reinvention, strategic leadership and ethical influence. This is as the profession responds to rapid advances in artificial intelligence, evolving stakeholder expectations and growing demands for trust and accountability.

The most popular names for babies born in 2025 in England and Wales have been revealed - with Lily moving up the charts into second place for girls.

Olivia held the top spot for the tenth year in a row for girls' names and Muhammad topped the list for boys' names for the third year running.

Amelia, which had been the second most popular girls' name previously, has dropped down to third, while Noah sits in second for boys. Leo has become the third most popular name for boys.