International Man admits sexual assault of woman who husband drugged and raped for years Dean Hamilton pleads guilty to rape of Joanne Young, ex-wife of former Tory councillor Philip YoungA man has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a woman who was also raped and drugged by her husband for years, police have said.Dean Hamilton, 47, appeared at Winchester crown court on Friday, where he admitted one count of rape, one count of assault by penetration and two counts of sexual assault against Joanne Young, […] todayFebruary 13, 2026
International What happens to Palestine Action now its ban has been ruled unlawful? The ban is not yet quashed, and if permission to appeal is granted it could be months before the issue is resolvedThe home secretary’s decision to ban Palestine Action under anti-terrorism laws has been ruled unlawful by three senior high court judges. Where does this leave the direct action group, its supporters and the government’s attempts to combat it? Continue reading...Source: www.theguardian.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
International Even US will not be powerful enough ‘to go alone’, says Merz – Munich Security Conference live German chancellor says close relationship is advantage for both Europe and US but world order as we know it ‘not longer exists’If you need a primer on what’s on the agenda for the next three days, I spoke with the MSC’s head of policy Nicole Koenig, the author of the European part of their security report published ahead of the meeting.I asked her what is most likely to be the […] todayFebruary 13, 2026
International Canada school deaths suspect created shooting simulator on gaming platform Roblox says it has removed account after massacre that left nine people including the shooter deadThe 18-year-old suspect in a high school shooting in British Columbia had previously created a mass shooting simulator on the gaming platform Roblox, it has been revealed.The simulator, set in what appeared to be a virtual shopping mall, allowed users – represented as Roblox-style avatars – to pick up weapons and shoot other players, 404 […] todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local AGA Obuasi Mine & partners inspire girls at Asare Bediako SHS to pursue careers in STEM AGA Obuasi Mine, in partnership with GhIE-WInE, Underground Mining Alliance (UMA), and SGS, has inspired female students of Asare Bediako Senior High School to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) as part of activities marking this year’s International Day for Women and Girls in Science.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local Sinapi Aba Trust graduates 247 youth under its apprenticeship programme Sinapi Aba Trust has graduated 247 youth under its flagship Youth Apprenticeship Program (YAP), marking another milestone in its drive to promote youth economic empowerment through skills development.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local Contractor offers to repair damaged sections of Agona Nkwanta–Tarkwa Road Corridor at own cost The Agona Junction to Tarkwa road corridor in the Western Region is set to undergo major sectional rehabilitation, with the contractor covering the costs, in what government has described as a rare and commendable act of corporate responsibility.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local Violence against women is an economic catastrophe – President Mahama President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana’s Parliament will this year ratify the African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AUCEVAWG), describing the move as a decisive step towards protecting the Ghanaian girl child and promoting equal opportunities for women and girls.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link Local University of Ghana gears up for Telecel TurnUp on Val’s Day On the eve of Valentine’s Day, the University of Ghana campus is buzzing with anticipation for Telecel Ghana’s TurnUp, a star-powered music and dance experience set for tomorrow, Saturday, 14th February, to climax Akwaaba Week for freshers.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 13, 2026
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 5