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Reflecting on this semester's journey in journalism, I'm struck by how transformative the experiences and challenges have been. From initial uncertainties to moments of triumph, each step has contributed to my growth as a budding journalist. The semester began with excitement as I delved into the dynamic world of journalism. Interviewing diverse individuals and crafting compelling narratives became my daily routine. The pursuit of truth, accuracy, and relevance guided every article, instilling a sense of responsibility integral to the journalistic profession. A significant lesson was the importance of adaptability. The ever-evolving news landscape required swift pivots in response to emerging stories. Whether covering local events or global issues, staying agile and open-minded allowed me to produce timely and impactful pieces. Collaboration played a pivotal role, broadening my perspective and enriching my storytelling. Constructive feedback became a valuable tool for improveme...

Students suddenly finding themselves short of cash to pay school fees has been a common and recurring problem in many universities in Ghana. Such a situation usually creates unnecessary stress for affected students especially during the time leading to examinations. While some students genuinely do not receive full fees from their parents or guardians on time, many other students are also known to mismanage the money meant for their fees. Some of such students have confirmed quietly to this reporter that indeed they use their school fees for other things. According to one student of the African University College of Communications (AUCC) who preferred not to be named, she "borrowed" her school fees hoping that she would replace the amount before the time for examinations. "It has been peer pressure that has led me into misspending my fees and now I am denying myself access to write my semester examination", she said. A Level 400 student, who runs an online business,...

Source : Pew Research Center  An online newsroom is a digital area that functions as a central repository for media and information about a news organisation and can be found on its website. It offers simple access to press releases, official comments, high-resolution photos, videos, and other materials for reporters, journalists, and the general public. As a journalist there are few sets of ethical guidelines or policies that I would consider necessary for my online newsroom.  To begin with, Accuracy and Verification: The first ethical guidelines I would create for my online newsroom is I will ensure information accuracy by fact checking on multiple reliable sources before publishing to maintain the highest journalistic standards. Secondly Transparency, here I would make sure, I clearly disclose sources, conflicts of interest, and any potential biases to maintain trust with my audience. Thirdly, there would be Fairness and Impartiality: I will Present diverse perspectives an...

I would  implement a comment section for readers to share their opinions and discuss my article. I would in addition, create social media posts with the URL of my news website on all my social media platforms to promote the article since I have alot of social media followers who are well educated. Also, I would encourage users to share their thoughts on my articles. Hosting live Q&A sessions is another system I would like to adopt. This would help me know the masses or relevant experts suggestions, contributions criticisms (want or need to hear) about my articles  to deepen engagement and provide further insights to my general audience. This approach fosters a sense of community, encourages interaction, and promotes a diverse exchange of ideas.

Credit; Google.com Council of State member and former Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram , E.T. Mensah has died at age 77. He reportedly died in South Africa on Sunday night after battling ill-health for some time.   According to Graphic Online article, Enoch Teye Mensah popularly know by Ghanaians as E.T Mensah (born 17 May 1946) was a Minister of Youth and Sports in the Rawlings era and a Member of Parliament for 20 years from January 1997 to January 2017 . He was married with seven children.  During the PNDC era, he served as the Chief Executive of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA). As a staunch member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), he entered Parliament on January 7, 1997 on the ticket of the NDC representing the people of Ningo-Prampram and held the seat till January 6, 2017 .   He also served as Minister for Youth and Sports in former President J.J. Rawlings government for two terms. In January 2010 , after a cabinet reshuffle, President ...

  Source : Ahmedabad Mirror  Manchester City secured their first-ever UEFA Champions League Trophy, etching their name alongside football giants. Following in the footsteps of Manchester United, City now stands as the second English team to achieve the prestigious treble. The exhilarating triumph unfolded on the grand stage of the Champions League final, where Manchester City showcased their prowess with a stellar performance against internazional Milan. The resounding cheers of fans echoed as City's journey to glory culminated in a remarkable achievement. As the celebrations reverberate through the blue half of Manchester, fans bask in the glory of their team's historic achievement. The journey to this pinnacle was marked by resilience, teamwork, and unwavering determination—a testament to the spirit that defines the beautiful game. Pep Guardiola’s managerial brilliance, tactical finesse, and the unparalleled skill of the players combined to create a winning formula for Manc...

  Source: Pulse Ghana In September 2022, there was news that circulated all over the internet and also in the media outlets about U nited Nations Ghana (UN) global awards of excellence which is given to some high-profile Ghanaian personalities  to monitor, evaluate and hold government accountable to the people. A man nicknamed ‘ Dr UN’  by Ghanaian X formerly (Twitter) community who is originally called Dr Kwame Owusu Fordjour.  According to Dr Fordjour’s website, he was appointed as a millennium ambassador by Kofi Annan (the seventh UN General Secretary) which many Ghanaians believed him. ‘Dr UN’ organized an award ceremony to given honour to some celebraties and personalities who he said have done so great and want to be acknowledged by United Nations Ghana (UN).  The award ceremony went viral after BET award winner Sarkodie and other high profile musician like, D-Black, Tv presenters, Captain Smart, Berla Mundi and many other as recipients were awarded at the...

Image: May 9, incident at the stadium. Courtesy Graphic Online . Just like any other game played on the earth, football is intended to entertain its fans. Indeed, the fans are the lifeblood of the game. The fans keep the heart racing and the adrenaline pumping with their distinctive methods of rooting for their teams. When their teams win, they go onto the field and passionately jubilate, chanting their team anthems. When they lose, they sob in despair. On a few occasions, they even lay down their lives for the sport. Like the unfortunate incident that happened in Ghana in the year 2001 at the Accra Sports Stadium. Today in history, exactly 22 years ago, two of the Ghana’s most successful domestic league teams, Accra Heart of Oak (The Phobians) Sporting Club and Asante Kotoko (Porcupine Warriors) Sporting Club, squared off against each other at the Ohene Djan Sports  Stadium in Accra. The authorities had already increased security in response to the anticipated crowd disturbances, ...