Chaos at Magic Kingdom after fight, popping noise Reports of a shooting or an active shooter situation at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom on Thursday night are not true, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. ORLANDO, Fla. – Reports of a shooting or an active shooter situation at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom on Thursday night are not true, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. In a post on X, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) said there was a fight, followed by a “popping” noise, possibly a balloon exploding, which reportedly caused mass panic and people to…
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SWITZERLAND / FRANCE – The World Health Organization (WHO) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) are joining forces to highlight the transformative impact of assistive technology on sports during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The “Equipped for equity” campaign emphasizes the crucial role of assistive technology for Paralympic athletes to advocate for concerted global action to improve access to these essential health products. Throughout the Games, WHO and IPC will leverage the Paralympics platform to share messages and information focused on the importance of assistive technology, how athletes use it, and why universal access is essential. Examples of assistive technology used by Paralympians…
Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has underscored the significance of digital identity and address systems to modern economies and nations. Speaking during his campaign tour of Dome Kwabena Constituency in Accra on Thursday, Dr. Bawumia said developed economies have gone ahead leaving African countries behind, because their economies went digital, adding that, for African countries to catch up, there is the need for African economies to also go digital. Dr. Bawumia, who has passionately spearheaded Ghana’s remarkable digitalisation drive, said he proposed that African economies should go digital in order to achieve economic transformation, in…
Unlock Inspiration and Rhythm with Amerado and King Paluta’s “Playman” Collaboration. Photo Credit: Amerado Ghanaian music luminaries Amerado and King Paluta have come together to release a latest single, “Playman,” a high-energy track that encapsulates the spirit of living life to the fullest. Recorded in the UK and expertly produced by IzJoe Beatz, “Playman” combines infectious beats with thought-provoking lyrics, creating a song that resonates on multiple levels. “Playman” is an anthem of celebration, capturing the joy and exhilaration of spending freely when fortune is in your favor. The track also serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of…
A major reason that the Indiana Pacers made it to the Eastern Conference Finals was the dominant performance of their bench unit. Now, the leader of that unit is staying in Indiana long-term. T.J. McConnell averaged 11.8 points and 5.1 assists in 17 playoff games last season, grabbing nearly a steal a game while averaging just 1.2 turnovers. He was a perfect complement to Tyrese Haliburton, especially as the Pacers’ young All-Star played through leg injuries. In the Pacers’ series-clinching win over the Milwaukee Bucks, McConnell dominated with 20 points off the bench. The veteran backup joined the Pacers as…
We explore how Kamala Harris has embraced the ‘Brat Summer’ trend, but is she really the candidate she’s trying to portray?In this episode, we explore how Kamala Harris has embraced the “Brat Summer” trend, leveraging its viral appeal to connect with Gen Z voters. The obvious aim is to position herself as the “cool girl” candidate. But the move has simultaneously exposed hypocrisy in the light of the ongoing war in Gaza, where women are deprived of everything the feminist movement advocates. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests:Christina Chery – Content creator and podcast hostNesreen Hasan – US Palestinian Community NetworkMadison Williams…
Adnan Syed’s murder conviction reinstated, new hearing ordered The Maryland Supreme Court has ordered a do-over for the hearing that tossed out Adnan Syed’s murder conviction. FOX 5’s Katie Barlow has the story. A 2022 court hearing that freed Adnan Syed from prison violated the legal rights of the victim’s family and must be redone, Maryland’s Supreme Court ruled Friday, marking the latest development in the ongoing legal saga that gained global attention years ago through the hit podcast “Serial.” The 4-3 ruling comes nearly a year after the court heard arguments last October in a case that has been…
By Guangzhe Chen While many countries have made impressive progress strengthening their infrastructure, significant gaps remain around the world. Globally, a billion people live more than two kilometers from an all-weather road, 685 million people are without electricity, and nearly 3 billion people lack internet access. In addition, 2.6 billion people don’t have access to safe drinking water and 3.5 billion people lack safely managed sanitation. To close these huge gaps, we need better access to land. This will not only enable the construction of basic infrastructure like pipes, electricity lines, and roads, but in the process will also support countries…
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a US$ 1 million contribution by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to provide emergency food and nutrition assistance to severely food-insecure people in northwest Nigeria. In collaboration with the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, WFP will provide food and nutrition assistance to 14,000 people in Katsina and Sokoto states for six months. Livelihood assistance and psycho-social support will also be provided to promote social cohesion and peace among crisis-affected communities. “With rising food costs, and inflation running above 30 per cent, the highest level in…
Hyce, BoyPee and Brown Joel LyricsContinuing their streak of success with the hit song “Ogechi” and its popular remix featuring Davido, the talented trio of Hyce, BoyPee, and Brown Joel have returned with another catchy track, Constantly, read the lyrics below.RELATED: Read ‘Ogechi Remix’ Lyrics by BoyPee, Hyce, Brown Joel Ft DavidoHyce, BoyPee & Brown Joel – Constantly LyricsChocoAhhEyyaaAh say ahI want to know Who dey give you mindTo dey whyne me (dey whyne me)I want to know o Who be that guy wey dey chat youFine boy like me, why you con dey think you fit bobo me?Bobo me…