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Abigail Johnson Boakye is a dynamic journalist with four years of experience. She serves in various capacities, including a producer, video editor, writer and presenter. Abigail's goal is to present news straightforwardly to ensure clarity for all audiences. She covers politics, human interest stories, health emergencies and light-hearted reports.

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Emotional support and life organisation top real-world use of Generative AI in 2025

Emotional support and life organisation top real-world use of Generative AI in 2025

Massive power outage cripples Spain, Portugal, and parts of France: Millions plunged into darkness

A massive power outage plunged Spain and Portugal into chaos on Monday, leaving millions without electricity and severely disrupting daily life. In Portugal, officials confirmed that the blackout was nationwide, w

Massive power outage cripples Spain, Portugal, and parts of France: Millions plunged into darkness

Kenya Roundup: Crack down on betting, online exploitation of children, data protection

Kenya's President announces government spending cuts after protest against Kenya's proposed finance bill 2024/2025, in Nairobi

Kenya Roundup: Crack down on betting, online exploitation of children, data protection

Who will be the next pope?

As speculation intensifies around the next papal election, history reminds us- “He who enters the conclave as pope, leaves it as a cardinal.”At the 2013 conclave, Cardinal Angelo Scola was widely expected to be el

Who will be the next pope?

Over 30 nations officially recognise the Armenian genocide

Map shows the countries whose national or regional parliaments have officially recognized the Armenian Genocide.Over 30 countries, including France, Germany, Canada, Russia, and most of South America, have passed

Over 30 nations officially recognise the Armenian genocide

Top 10 fastest growing African economies in 2025–2026

East Africa is expected to lead with GDP growth reaching 6.1% by 2026, and half of its economies are forecast to expand by 5% or more. West Africa’s growth is set to rise from 4.1% in 2024 to 4.6% in 2025, bolster

Top 10 fastest growing African economies in 2025–2026

Dominican Republic Roundup: Owner of nightclub that killed many speaks, deportations of Haitians, investments in startups

FILE PHOTO: General elections in Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic Roundup: Owner of nightclub that killed many speaks, deportations of Haitians, investments in startups

G20 Approval Ratings: Prabowo Subianto, Claudia Sheinbaum, and Narendra Modi lead global sentiment shift

G20 Approval Ratings: Prabowo Subianto, Claudia Sheinbaum, and Narendra Modi lead global sentiment shift

Top 10 countries hosting the largest Indian communities

Map shows the top countries outside India with the largest Indian populations and the numbers are striking. Leading the list is the United States, home to 5.4 million people of Indian origin, followed by the UAE w

Top 10 countries hosting the largest Indian communities

Algeria Roundup: France expels Algerian diplomats, Algeria-Mali tensions escalate, mass expulsions of migrants

FILE PHOTO: Algerian President Tebboune attends St Petersburg International Economic Forum

Algeria Roundup: France expels Algerian diplomats, Algeria-Mali tensions escalate, mass expulsions of migrants

Country-by-country breakdown reveals stark toll of the Holocaust

Today is Yom HaShoah, Israel’s official Holocaust Remembrance Day, a day dedicated to honoring the memory of the six million Jews murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators during the Holocaust. It is a ti (1)

Country-by-country breakdown reveals stark toll of the Holocaust

Global Divorce Rates: Portugal tops the list while India remains the most maritally enduring

Divorce is legal in many countries including #Germany, the #US, and #Japan, though some require waiting periods or specific grounds. Strict restrictions still exist elsewhere- the #Vatican bans #divorce entirely,

Global Divorce Rates: Portugal tops the list while India remains the most maritally enduring

Which mammal lives the longest and why?

#Lifespan trends across #mammals reflect how genetics, environment, and care influence longevity. For example, hedgehogs live 3-7 years, with their lifespan shaped by diet and environment; tigers typically reach 1

Which mammal lives the longest and why?

The most affordable countries to live in 2025

According to InterNations’ Expat Insider, #Vietnam has emerged as the most affordable #country for #expats in 2025, surpassing countries like Colombia, Indonesia, Panama, and the Philippines.This ranking is based

The most affordable countries to live in 2025

A look at papal longevity and leadership in the Catholic Church

Wisdom Through Age At the time of his passing at 88, Pope Francis became the second-oldest reigning #Pope in recorded history. His #age placed him just behind Leo XIII, who led the #Church until the age of 93, s

A look at papal longevity and leadership in the Catholic Church

Mexico tops list of countries most affected by earthquakes in 2024

Earthquakes are a natural occurrence caused by the movement of tectonic plates, but their impact can vary greatly depending on the region.#Mexico topped the list with 1,971 earthquakes, all above a magnitude of 4.

Mexico tops list of countries most affected by earthquakes in 2024

Countries with the most museums revealed

There are nearly 104,000 museums worldwide, with 61% located in North America and Western Europe. In Europe, there are between 34,000–40,000 museums that reflect its rich culture and significant investment in (2)

Countries with the most museums revealed

Liberia Roundup: Drug abuse, AI's impact on academia, innovative fisheries initiative

FILE PHOTO: Liberia president-elect Joseph Boakai looks on next to a Liberian flag, in Monrovia

Liberia Roundup: Drug abuse, AI's impact on academia, innovative fisheries initiative

A global gathering: The 2025 papal conclave set to elect the next pope

Following the death of Pope Francis, the College of Cardinals is now preparing to gather in Rome for a papal conclave that will elect his successor. As of 2025, there are 135 cardinal electors under the age of 80

A global gathering: The 2025 papal conclave set to elect the next pope

Pope Francis dies at 88: A look at his legacy and the geographic history of the papacy

Map shows modern-day countries where Roman Catholic Popes were born.Since the beginning of the papacy, the vast majority of Popes—217 in total—have come from modern-day Italy, highlighting Rome’s central role in t

Pope Francis dies at 88: A look at his legacy and the geographic history of the papacy

Beyond eggs and bunnies: 10 bizarrely beautiful Easter traditions from around the world

Easter isn’t just eggs and bunnies — around the world, people celebrate it in the most unexpected ways. Here are 10 unique Easter traditions you probably didn’t know about-1. Guatemala – Flowe

Beyond eggs and bunnies: 10 bizarrely beautiful Easter traditions from around the world

Pope 'worked tirelessly for the world': Tributes pour in after Francis's death - Video

Pope 'worked tirelessly for the world': Tributes pour in after Francis's death - Video

UN resolution condemning Russia reveals deep geopolitical fault lines

In April 2025, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution condemning Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. Notably, the United States joined Russia and seven other countries in voting against the meas

UN resolution condemning Russia reveals deep geopolitical fault lines

Easter celebrations around the world: Sometimes loud, sometimes whispered

This map illustrates the status of Easter as a public holiday around the world. Countries marked in green officially recognize Easter as a public holiday, meaning it is a nationwide day off work. Those colored in

Easter celebrations around the world: Sometimes loud, sometimes whispered

Indonesia Roundup: Workers face layoffs over US tariffs, rising military role, $7.7 b battery supply chain withdrawn

Indonesia's economic gathering amid U.S. tariffs in Jakarta

Indonesia Roundup: Workers face layoffs over US tariffs, rising military role, $7.7 b battery supply chain withdrawn

This week's biggest stories from the Global South: Ecuador's election crisis, robots join marathon in China, herders kill 56 in Nigeria

Ecuador's President and presidential candidate Daniel Noboa campaigns ahead of run-off, in Guayaquil

This week's biggest stories from the Global South: Ecuador's election crisis, robots join marathon in China, herders kill 56 in Nigeria

Tesla tops, Honda leads: The breakdown of car brands with the lowest long-term maintenance costs

Among all automakers, #Tesla has the lowest maintenance costs, especially over the first five years. On the higher end, European luxury brands like #Audi, #BMW, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, #Porsche, and Volvo are s

Tesla tops, Honda leads: The breakdown of car brands with the lowest long-term maintenance costs

What happens on the internet in a single day? The mind-blowing 2025 breakdown

With around 333 billion emails sent every day, #email remains the dominant form of digital #communication. However, nearly 45.6% of this #traffic is spam, amounting to 152 billion #junk emails daily, which clogs i

What happens on the internet in a single day? The mind-blowing 2025 breakdown

Top 10 cheap countries to visit in 2025 - Some countries may surprise you

Looking to #travel without breaking the bank 2025 offers many affordable international destinations. A recent review of lodging, transportation, and currency exchange rates highlights top budget-friendly options.1

Top 10 cheap countries to visit in 2025 - Some countries may surprise you

Europe’s hygiene habits revealed: Half of Dutch don’t wash hands with soap after using the toilet

Only 50% of people in the Netherlands wash their #hands with soap and water after using the #toilet—the lowest rate reported in #Europe. In contrast, 96% in Bosnia & Herzegovina follow this practice.This matte (1)

Europe’s hygiene habits revealed: Half of Dutch don’t wash hands with soap after using the toilet

The world’s most expensive animals: Where wealth meets the wild

The world of high-value “pets” is full of surprises, with some animals commanding prices that rival luxury goods and even real estate. Here are some of the most expensive #animals ever sold, each with its unique a

The world’s most expensive animals: Where wealth meets the wild

First nations to recognise U.S. independence revealed

In the aftermath of its independence, the United States sought international recognition to legitimize its place on the world stage. he first country to acknowledge the fledgling nation was Morocco, whose Sultan M

First nations to recognise U.S. independence revealed

Why over 70% of Canadians live in just three urban corridors

Map shows how Canada’s population is heavily concentrated in just a few regions. Although Canada is the second-largest country in the world by land area, over 70% of its 40 million people live in the coloured zone

Why over 70% of Canadians live in just three urban corridors

Algeria Roundup: Surge in Chinese investments, diplomatic tensions with France escalate, Russia military cooperation

Algeria Roundup: Surge in Chinese investments, diplomatic tensions with France escalate, Russia military cooperation

Bulgaria to join Kosovo, Albania and Croatia's military alliance

Kosovo’s Minister of Defense, Ejup Maqedonci, announced that Bulgaria is set to join the Tirana Agreement, a trilateral defense cooperation pact signed in March 2025 between Kosovo, Albania, and Croatia. The agree

Bulgaria to join Kosovo, Albania and Croatia's military alliance

Morocco has one of the world's highest unbanked populations at over 70%

Over 1.6 billion adults worldwide remain unbanked, according to the World Bank—meaning they have no access to even the basic #financial services such as savings, insurance, or credit. Inability to store #money (1)

Morocco has one of the world's highest unbanked populations at over 70%

Here are the world's most resource-rich countries

#Russia’s natural resources are valued at an estimated $75 trillion as of 2021, making it the global leader in resource wealth. The economic significance of these resources cannot be overstated, as they are vi (1)

Here are the world's most resource-rich countries

Thailand tops list of best countries to visit in your lifetime

Oman Roundup: $1.6bln solar polysilicon project, Morocco's Autonomy Plan hailed, defence deal with Spain's INDRA

A general view of Muscat, ahead of the awaited negotiations between U.S. and Iran, in Oman

Oman Roundup: $1.6bln solar polysilicon project, Morocco's Autonomy Plan hailed, defence deal with Spain's INDRA

Europe’s age divide: Boomers dominate as youthful generations lag behind

A continent of boomers In most of Europe, the largest generation is already retired or getting there fast. (1)

Europe’s age divide: Boomers dominate as youthful generations lag behind

History made: Meet the first woman ever awarded a Michelin star for sushi

History made: Meet the first woman ever awarded a Michelin star for sushi

Indonesia leads Southeast Asia in number of police officers

According to the latest data, Indonesia leads Southeast Asia with 436,432 police officers—reflecting both its population size and institutional scale.As nations in Southeast Asia continue to evolve their approache

Indonesia leads Southeast Asia in number of police officers

Where you are assured of the best quality of life in the world

In 2025, The Hague reached the highest score in the quality-of-life index in Europe, with 229 points. In second place, Groningen registered 225.9 points.The Quality of Life Index (where a higher score indicates a

Where you are assured of the best quality of life in the world

Finland tops global Alzheimer’s and dementia death rates

From 1990 to 2019, the incidence of #Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias increased by 147.95%, with a significant rise in both men and women. As global life expectancy continues to rise, the prevalence of (1)

Finland tops global Alzheimer’s and dementia death rates

Religions through time: The rise and shift of global faiths

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Religions through time: The rise and shift of global faiths

Most dangerous countries for driving: WHO highlights global road fatality crisis

According to the World Health Organization, 1.19 million people die annually in road traffic #accidents. These #fatalities represent the leading cause of death for individuals aged 5 to 29, with over half involvin

Most dangerous countries for driving: WHO highlights global road fatality crisis

Top 10 countries of origin in the British Museum and their most iconic artifacts

The British Museum is one of the world’s largest and most influential cultural institutions, with a collection that spans over eight million objects from across the globe. While the museum is admired for its bread

Top 10 countries of origin in the British Museum and their most iconic artifacts

UAE Roundup: Hearings on Sudan's case, trade talks with EU, Strengthened technology

Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah visits the United Arab Emirates

UAE Roundup: Hearings on Sudan's case, trade talks with EU, Strengthened technology

2067 articles

Abigail Johnson Boakye

2067 articles

Articles by Abigail Johnson Boakye — page 24

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