Lifestyle
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World Afro Day: Celebrating natural hair, identity and cultural pride
Written by; Regina Bless World Afro Day is observed annually on 15 September to celebrate Afro-textured hair and promote acceptance, confidence and cultural pride. The day highlights the beauty and u…
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The Hidden Pressure Behind Ghana’s Obsession With Weddings, Cars And Expensive Lifestyles
By Zainab Ali In Ghana, success is increasingly displayed through weddings, cars, fashion, homes and other visible signs of wealth. But behind the glamour is a growing pressure to keep up appearances…
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Why People Are Becoming More Comfortable Sharing Their Personal Struggles Online
By Zainab Ali There was a time when people were expected to keep their personal problems private. Family difficulties, heartbreak, financial struggles and emotional challenges were often discussed on…
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Mental Health and Social Media: Is the internet making young people more anxious
Written by; Regina Bless Social media has transformed how people communicate, work and entertain themselves. However, excessive use can also create pressure, especially among young people. Constant e…
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Body Shaming on Social Media: When did appearance become everyone’s business?
Written by; Regina Bless Social media has created a platform where people can freely express their opinions, but it has also contributed to the growing problem of body shaming. People are criticised …
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Lifestyle — Being in Your 20s
By Zainab Ali Your 20s are often presented as the period when everything is supposed to come together. You are expected to have a career, make money, find love, become independent and somehow know ex…
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How Short Videos Are Changing the Way Ghanaians Discover Music, Fashion and Entertainment
By Zainab Ali A few years ago, discovering a new song, fashion trend or comedian often meant relying on radio, television or word of mouth. Today, a short video on TikTok, Instagram Reels or YouTube …
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Must Love Always Come With Money? The Growing Pressure to Spend in Relationships
By Zainab Ali In today’s dating culture, love can sometimes feel like a financial competition. For some young people, going on dates, buying expensive gifts, paying for trips or constantly sending mo…
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SHS Students Close Today: What Parents Should Expect as Students Return Home
By Zainab Ali For many Ghanaian families, Friday, August 21, marks the beginning of a long-awaited break as students in Senior High Schools operating under the single-track calendar officially close …
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Social Media Pressure and the “Fake Lifestyle” Culture
Written by Regina Bless Social media has transformed how people communicate, share experiences and express themselves. But behind the glamorous pictures and seemingly perfect lives online is a growin…