The family of a man who died in a car crash involving Venus Williams plan to sue the tennis superstar, a lawyer said Friday. Attorney Michael Steinger told ABC television’s “Good Morning America” that the family of Jerome Barson would file a wrongful death suit against Williams following the June 9 crash in Palm Beach … Read more
A delegation from Suzuki Motor Corporation and their partners from Sumitomo Corporation have paid a working visit to Silver Star Auto Limited (SSAL), dealers of the Suzuki range of vehicles in Accra. The delegation led by Koichi Suzuki, General Manager, Middle East/Africa Automobile Department, were taken around by Mr. Nouhad Kalmoni, Chief Executive Officer of … Read more
Former tennis world number one Venus Williams caused a car crash earlier this month that led to the death of a passenger in another vehicle, according to a police report but her attorney denied the player was at fault. Palm Beach Gardens police said witnesses told investigators that Williams ran a red light in her … Read more
The increasing death toll on major roads in the country as a result of vehicles running into stationary heavy duty trucks, is causing fear and panic among motorists and passengers alike as many Ghanaians are calling for an effectively towing system to curb the unfortunate development. Even though road accidents have always been source of … Read more
The governor of Congo’s restive eastern province of Nord-Kivu urged the army Wednesday to beef up operations against a spate of militia attacks there, saying all-out war may be imminent. “I am alerting in particular the army chief of staff to refocus its strategy after these new incursions. There is a looming threat of a … Read more
Vice President, Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has fulfilled his promise to give the Hajia Mariam Alolo Islamic Institute, headquartered in Tamale, a mini bus. As the Northern Region premier women’s Islamic Institute, lack of transportation has compelled management to hire tricycles for its outreach programs. The Veep during his recent tour of the Northern Region … Read more
Chinese authorities have announced the recall of more than 44,000 South Korean-branded vehicles over “potential safety risks”, in another setback for the South’s automakers already hit by a diplomatic dispute. Authorities on June 23 announced a recall of 43,764 Hyundai Santa Fe models over a defect that can cause the engine to fail. The General … Read more
At least seven militants were killed Thursday in clashes with troops involving heavy weapons in a city in Democratic Republic of Congo’s restive east, police said. The fighting erupted in the eastern suburbs of Beni, a city in North-Kivu province, with residents hearing gunshots and heavy weapons fire. A spokesman for the country’s armed forces … Read more
The Asset Retrieval Taskforce at the Presidency yesterday seized expensive vehicles said to belong to the state from an individual. The taskforce stormed an area called Oforikrom, near Nsawam in the Eastern Region in the early hours and raided a private property, where the 37 cars, including those registered in the name of State Protocol … Read more
Revolting Rhymes scored a hat-trick this weekend: first winning Best Storytelling at Shanghai International Film and TV Festival in China, then Best Animation at the Banff World Media Festival in Canada, and finishing off with the Cristal for Best TV Production at Annecy in France, the world’s premier animation festival. Produced by Magic Light Pictures, … Read more
The United Nations said Wednesday that Gazans were being held hostage to Palestinian political infighting, warning that longer blackouts triggered by president Mahmud Abbas threatened a “total collapse” of basic services. Gazans currently receive only three to four hours of mains electricity a day, delivered from the territory’s own power station and others in Israel … Read more
The United Nations said Wednesday that Gazans were being held hostage to Palestinian political infighting, warning that longer blackouts triggered by president Mahmud Abbas threatened a “total collapse” of basic services. Gazans currently receive only three to four hours of mains electricity a day, delivered from the territory’s own power station and others in Israel … Read more
President Donald Trump’s harsh criticism of Germany’s trade practices is sowing concerns in rural, Republican Alabama, where Mercedes-Benz has been an economic engine for two decades. The big German carmaker since 1997 has manufactured cars in Tuscaloosa, a city of 90,000 in western Alabama previously known almost exclusively for being the home of the University … Read more
President Donald Trump’s harsh criticism of Germany’s trade practices is sowing concerns in rural, Republican Alabama, where Mercedes-Benz has been an economic engine for two decades. The big German carmaker since 1997 has manufactured cars in Tuscaloosa, a city of 90,000 in western Alabama previously known almost exclusively for being the home of the University … Read more
Israeli and international NGOS joined the UN on Wednesday in warning of a “total collapse” in Gaza if Israel goes ahead with plans to further cut power supplies to the enclave. A joint statement of 16 groups, among them Israel’s B´Tselem, Peace Now and Rabbis for Human Rights along with Amnesty International, said they has … Read more
Israeli and international NGOS joined the UN on Wednesday in warning of a “total collapse” in Gaza if Israel goes ahead with plans to further cut power supplies to the enclave. A joint statement of 16 groups, among them Israel’s B´Tselem, Peace Now and Rabbis for Human Rights along with Amnesty International, said they has … Read more
Israel will reduce electricity supplies to the Gaza Strip after funding cuts by Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas, a minister said Monday, worsening an already severe shortage in the Hamas-run enclave. The security cabinet decided Sunday to reduce the daily amount supplied to Gaza by around 45 minutes, Israeli media reported. Gazans currently receive only three … Read more
Indian company Adani has given final investment approval for the construction of a controversial coal mine in Australia. The decision marks the “official start” of the massive A$16.5bn (£9.5bn; $12.3bn) Carmichael mine in Queensland, said chairman Gautam Adani. Pre-construction work is expected to begin later this year, he said. The government says the mine will … Read more
When General Motors CEO Mary Barra introduced the Chevrolet Bolt at the CES gadget show last year, she took a shot at Tesla. Buyers can be confident because Chevy has 3,000 U. S. dealers to service the new electric vehicle, she said. The implication was that Tesla, with just 69 service centers nationwide, can make … Read more
A resident of Adenta, Steve Acheampong, has emerged as the winner of the first edition of the ‘Shop n Save’ raffle campaign named “Win a Car” promo, to reward its customers. ‘Shop n Save’, a community-based retail supermarket presented a brand new Hyundai Accent as the ultimate prize to Mr Acheampong in Accra. Among other … Read more