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WHO reveals one-third of prisoners in Europe suffer mental health disorders

Village Reporter
While European prisons managed adequate COVID-19 pandemic responses for inmates, concerns remain about poor mental health services, overcrowding and suicide rates, the report stated. “Prisons are embedded in communities and investments made in the health of people in prison becomes a community dividend,” said Dr. Hans Henri P. Kluge, regional director of the WHO regional office for Europe. “Incarceration should… Read More
Africa World 

Gabon’s president wants presidential mandate reduced to five years

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Gabons President Ali Bongo has been in power since 2009 and in 2018 even had a new constitution adopted that scrapped presidential term limit of two seven-year term. The new constitution at the time received overwhelming votes from members of Gabon’s national assembly. It meant President Bongo could remain in power without any limit but ahead of elections this year,… Read More
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Tullow Oil seeks international arbitration on tax dispute with Ghana

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Tullow Oil has filed for arbitration in London over two tax bills amounting to $387 million which it’s unit in Ghana had received from local authorities. The company made this public in a statement on Tuesday. The two tax charges which Tullow disputes relate to a period from 2010 to 2020 and are in addition to taxes it has already… Read More
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How To Promote A Casino And Make It Profitable

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Founders of new online casinos often encounter failures at the beginning of their journey. This is due to the fact that success directly depends on promotion with a properly developed marketing strategy. It is important to pay special attention to promotion. Platforms with gambling entertainment are quite specific businesses. They require a special approach to users. Numerous competitors offer various… Read More
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Forex Trading in Nigeria

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Forex trading is becoming increasingly popular in Nigeria, with more people looking to take advantage of the potential opportunities that come along with it. With its large population and growing economy, Nigeria has become an attractive destination for Forex traders from all over the world. This article will provide you with an overview of Forex trading in Nigeria, including what… Read More
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Ghana names Chris Hughton as new head coach

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Former Brighton manager Chris Hughton has been appointed head coach of the Ghana national team. The 64-year-old has been working as a technical adviser for the Black Stars since February 2022. He replaces Otto Addo, who stepped down following the World Cup in Qatar, where Ghana finished bottom of Group H with one win from three matches. It is Hughton’s… Read More
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Eritrea accuses US of supporting rebels in Tigray conflict

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Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki has accused the US of supporting Tigrayan rebels during the civil war in northern Ethiopia. The recently concluded conflict led to the loss of thousands of lives and displacement of millions. The country is still recovering from that conflict. A peace deal was signed between Ethiopia and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) to end the… Read More
Africa World 

Rihanna reveals her pregnancy at Super Bowl half-time show

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Rihanna delivered an electrifying and hit-heavy half-time show at Sunday’s Super Bowl, but social media went into meltdown when the singer revealed an unexpected special guest. In an interview last week, the Bajan singer was asked if there would be any surprises during her performance at Arizona’s State Farm Stadium. “I’m thinking about bringing someone,” she replied. “I’m not sure, we’ll… Read More
Europe 

Rights expert urges Denmark and Greenland to examine colonial legacy’s impact

Village Reporter
The development would represent a key measure to tackle past injustices and create a more inclusive society, said UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, José Francisco Cali Tzay, in a statement at the end of a 10-day visit to the two countries.  Inuit people comprise nearly 90 per cent of the population of Greenland, an autonomous dependent… Read More
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