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John Dramani Mahama Sworn In as President

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  John Dramani Mahama Sworn In as President John Dramani Mahama has officially commenced his new term as Ghana's President. The inauguration ceremony was a grand event, graced by dignitaries and leaders from across Africa. On January 7, 2025, John Dramani Mahama was sworn in as Ghana's President in an elaborate ceremony attended by 21 African heads of state. The event symbolized a peaceful transition of power and marked a renewed hope for economic growth and national unity. President Mahama emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to tackle challenges such as youth unemployment, healthcare, and education.
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  How to Manage Friendship: A Guide to Nurturing and Sustaining Meaningful Connections Friendship is one of the most rewarding aspects of life, offering support, companionship, and joy. However, like any relationship, friendships require effort and care to thrive. Here are some practical tips on how to manage and nurture your friendships effectively: 1. Communicate Openly and Honestly Open and honest communication is the cornerstone of any strong friendship. Share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with your friends. Let them know what's going on in your life and encourage them to do the same. Honest communication fosters trust and deepens the connection between friends. Example : If you're feeling overwhelmed with work and need some space, let your friend know instead of avoiding their calls. This prevents misunderstandings and shows that you value their friendship. 2. Be a Good Listener Listening is just as important as talking. Show genuine interest in your friend'...

World Autism Day 5

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Strategies for Enhancing Communication and Social Skills in Children with Autism On World Autism Day, it's crucial to recognize the unique obstacles faced by children on the autism spectrum and the pivotal role that parents and caregivers play in nurturing their development. Drawing from extensive experience as a pediatrician specializing in autism, I offer practical insights and strategies to cultivate communication and social skills in these remarkable individuals. Autism, being a spectrum disorder, presents itself in various forms affecting communication and behavior. Spotting Autism in Children Recognizing signs of autism in children includes: 1. Avoidance of eye contact during conversations or social interactions 2. Engagement in repetitive motions or behaviors 3. Self-harming actions 4. Misinterpretation of social cues 5. Obsessive fixation on a single topic 6. Lack of interest in socializing with others 7. Flat or monotonous speech. Understanding the diverse manifestations o...

Conjoined twin Abby Hensel, of TLC’s ‘Abby & Brittany,’ is now married to an army veteran

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  Conjoined twin Abby Hensel, of TLC’s ‘Abby & Brittany,’ is now married to an army veteran nypost.com Mar 28, 2024 3:16 PM Conjoined twins celebrated the union of one sister's wedding in 2021. Abby and Brittany Hensel, who documented their lives in a TLC reality series, have transitioned from a duo to a trio. Abby, the left-side conjoined twin, married Josh Bowling, a nurse and United States Army veteran, in 2021. They live in Minnesota, where the Hensel twins were born and raised. Abby and Brittany, 34, have been living private lives since their 8-episode show “Abby & Brittany” aired in 2012. But it’s been a happy life for them in Minnesota, where they were born and raised. According to the  TODAY Show , which obtained marriage records for the spouses, the sisters are both fifth-grade teachers in their home state. Abby Hensel from TLC reality series “Abby & Brittany” married her husband Josh Bowling in 2021.

Presby Moderator attributes Akufo-Addo’s hesitance to sign anti-LGBTQ+ bill to poverty

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  The head of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Right Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, says President Akufo Addo hasn't signed the anti-LGBTQ+ bill because of poverty and hunger. He thinks Western countries want to make African countries accept LGBTQ+ practices by threatening to stop giving them aid if they don't agree. "The Western World sees that Africans are poor and always asking for help, so they try to make us practice LGBTQI," he said. "We need help because we've depended on the West for a long time, but they've taken a lot from us. And they tell us what to do." He asked why Western leaders don't make Arab countries accept LGBTQ+. "Why don't they force LGBTQI on Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Abudabi, Palestine, Syria, Qatar, Iran, and other Arab League countries that have made it illegal?" Right Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye also said that even though Ghana has lots of natural resources like gold, oil, and d...

Understanding Cognitive Dissonance:

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  Understanding Cognitive Dissonance: Exploring the Complexities of Human Cognition In the intricate landscape of human cognition, cognitive dissonance stands as a fascinating phenomenon, shedding light on the intricacies of belief systems, attitudes, and decision-making processes. Coined by psychologist Leon Festinger in the 1950s, cognitive dissonance refers to the discomfort experienced when individuals hold conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors. This discomfort compels individuals to seek resolution, often leading to profound shifts in perception or behavior. At its core, cognitive dissonance illustrates the innate desire for internal consistency within the human mind. When confronted with conflicting information or choices, individuals experience a sense of psychological tension. This tension motivates them to reconcile inconsistencies, either by altering their beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors, or by rationalizing and justifying their choices. One of the key facets of c...

Remote work 2024

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  Fully Remote Google Jobs Still Open in March 2024 Unlike some businesses, Google has still embraced the  remote role option  for its business, although at the end of the day, your manager is going to get the final say. Subsequently, the roles listed below, as well as the 90 other positions available on the Google career page, are listed as “remote eligible,” which means they're certainly worth a look if you want to work from home. Security Consultant, Mandiant, Google Cloud  (Georgia, USA) Customer Engineer, Infrastructure Modernization, Google Cloud  (Minnesota, USA) Strategic Services Function Manager, Cyber Security  (Singapore) Senior Consultant  (United Kingdom) Principal Engineer, Google Production Platform Solutions  (New York, NY, USA) Senior Program Manager, Net Zero Advocacy  (Boulder, CO, USA) Cyber Security Instructor, Mandiant, Google Cloud  (Texas, USA) Senior Outbound Product Manager  (Bangalore, Karnataka, India) S...