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WRITING FOR WEB :APPLYING SEARCH ENGINE PRINCIPLES (SEO)

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  Source – Graphic Online In a grand celebration marking the 85 th anniversary of the Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC), President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, flanked by esteemed dignitaries, emphasized the government’s unwavering dedication to advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education as the cornerstone of national progress. The applause echoed through the venue as President Akufo-Addo, joined by notable figures including Dr. Eric Nkansah, Director-General of the Ghana Education Service; Professor Mike Oquaye, former Speaker of Parliament; Rev. Professor J.O.Y. Mante, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana; Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, Minister of Education; and David Odidja, Headmaster of the school, commemorated this momentous occasion by cutting a ceremonial cake. For more updates on the government’s STEM education initiatives, stay tuned to our digital platform.

A FACT-CHECKING EXERCISE CONDUCTED ON A TRENDING NEWS STORY

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  Former Trade and Industry Minister, John Alan Kyerematen has alleged that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has been hijacked by a selected group of party leaders, elders, and government appointees. He made this claim whiles addressing a press conference on Monday, September 25, 2023, at the Movenpic Ambassador Hotel. This news item was found on myjoyonline news outlet and trusting this source for accurate and unbiased in reports, I will run it through a fact checking site to verify the image to check if it has been manipulated. There are several ways or methods to factcheck if a piece of information is misinformed or disinformed to its audience, but I choose to use TinEye reverse image search engine to factcheck Allan’s resignation from NPP. You can search an image or perform a reverse image search by uploading the image or searching by URL, you drag and drop your images to start the search. I downloaded the picture myjoyonline.com used on Allans resignation from his political and p

Award-Winning Investigative Journalist Stresses the Power of Data-Driven Storytelling in Digital Journalism Landscape

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  October 16, 2023. Adabraka, ACCRA: In an era dominated by data, journalists have the profound responsibility of transforming complex information into accessible narratives that resonate with their audiences. Seth J. Bokpe, award-winning investigative journalist, shared these insights with journalism students at African University College of Communication s Monday October 16, 2023. Speaking at MediaTalk on the topic “Data Journalism and Visualization: Presenting Complex Data”, organized by the Ama Ata Aidoo Centre for Creative Writing at AUCC, he emphasized the pivotal role of data-driven storytelling in today’s digital journalism landscape. Mr. Bokpe, senior reporter of The Fourth Estate, pointed out that the evolving world demands a fresh perspective from the journalism industry. “Journalists are now expected to not only gather and report news, but to also possess insight to navigate intricate datasets and present them in a way that sparks understanding and engagement. The essence l

LERROY COMPANY FACES LEGAL TURMOIL OVER COUNTERFEIT CLOTHING SCANDAL

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  As of recent news, Lerroy Company Limited, a prominent clothing company based in Accra, is once again under the legal spotlight as revelations emerge about their involvement in selling counterfeit products. In a landmark case dating back to 2017, the company faced legal repercussions, being slapped with a hefty fine of GH¢80,000 for allegedly peddling counterfeit goods belonging to the renowned Ghanaian clothing brand, Office and Co. While the details of the recent developments are still emerging, it’s crucial to understand the legal nuances surrounding such cases. Contrary to the terminology used in the previous lawsuit, the correct  legal framework is trademark law, not copyright. Trademarks play a pivotal role In safeguarding brand identities, including names, logos, and symbols that distinguish products or services in the market.   Trademark registration affords exclusive usage rights to the brand owner, preventing others from using a similar mark that could lead to consumer co

DEATH AND INJURIES FROM ROAD ACCIDENTS IN GHANA 2021

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  DEATH AND INJURIES FROM ROAD ACCIDENTS IN GHANA 2021 Road accidents have contributed to Ghana’s highest causes of death so far as the country keeps recording daily cases . About 1.25 million people die each year because of road traffic crashes. The leading cause of road traffic injuries death among people aged between 15 to 29 years. Ghana reported 48 cases of road traffic accidents in the Eastern region, they recorded the highe st number of road crashes in 2021. A total of 2,924 persons died in 2021 through road crashes, the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA)   revealed.  Seventy-four percent of road traffic deaths occur in middle-income countries, which account for only 53 percent of the world's registered vehicles.   Every day, almost 3,700 people are killed globally in crashes involving cars, buses, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks, or pedestrians. According to the World health organization(WHO) every year the lives of approximately 1.3 million people are cut short becaus