Surge in Searches about Japan's Diverse Developments and Security Issues: Interest in Japan covers espionage linked to Russia, booming pet care industry, currency debates, and new intelligence agency developments.
Regional Pulse in Ghana
Country pulse digest
Monday, July 13, 2026
Regional Pulse in Ghana
The Ghana region shows mixed curiosity predominantly in sports, with keen interest in the 2026 World Cup and Wimbledon, alongside world affairs such as Japan’s developments and UAE tensions. Political events like the death of Senator Lindsey Graham and local political arrests also engage the public.
Active topics
15
Search volume
13.6K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
15
Sports47% (7)
World13% (2)
Politics13% (2)
Culture7% (1)
Entertainment7% (1)
Weather7% (1)
Technology7% (1)
Why people are curious
People's curiosity in Ghana regarding these trends stems primarily from an intent to follow live events and developments, especially in sports where key matches and athlete circumstances directly impact national pride and entertainment. Explaining is another strong intent, as seen in searches about geopolitical issues in Japan and the UAE, and the historical context of slavery, where users seek to understand complex backgrounds and ramifications. Remembering reflects interest in political figures and their legacies, while debating and worrying are evident in discussions about athletes’ personal decisions and injuries.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Breel Embolo's World Cup Red Card for Mistaken Identity Sparks Outcry: Controversy surrounds Breel Embolo's mistaken identity red card at the 2026 World Cup, provoking widespread attention.
Public Reacts to Senator Lindsey Graham’s Death and Political Legacy: People are reflecting on U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham’s life and political impact following his recent death.
Wimbledon 2026: Jannik Sinner Triumphs and Star-Studded Audience Captivates Fans: Tennis fans follow 2026 Wimbledon highlights, including Jannik Sinner's victory and notable public appearances.
World Cup 2026 Semifinal England vs Argentina Captivates Football Fans: The England vs Argentina 2026 World Cup semifinal draws global attention due to its historic football rivalry.
UAE Under Missile Threats and Political Scrutiny in Escalating Gulf Tensions: The UAE faces missile threats and political debates amid regional tensions and U.S. export control changes.
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Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Ghana
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
WorldSurging
japan
People are searching to understand various aspects of Japan including its espionage challenges, pet care industry growth, currency discussions, intelligence agency development.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 300%
02
SportsSurging
breel embolo
Searches focus on the controversial red card given to Swiss footballer Breel Embolo during the 2026 World Cup after a VAR review involving mistaken identity.
2K+ searches · 500% growthSearch volume up 100%
03
PoliticsSurging
lindsey graham
Search interest surrounds the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and the subsequent political implications.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 100%
athe
04
SportsNew
tennis
Tennis fans are actively following the 2026 Wimbledon tournament, highlighted by Jannik Sinner's victory over Alexander Zverev in the final and notable appearances at the event.
1K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
05
SportsEmerging
england vs argentina
The England vs Argentina matchup in the 2026 World Cup semifinal is attracting global attention as fans seek live updates and background on this historic rivalry.
1K+ searches · 600% growthSearch volume down 50%
argentina vs england
06
WorldNew
united arab emirates
Recent geopolitical events in the United Arab Emirates involving missile threats and export controls have sparked international concern and news coverage.
1K+ searches · 600% growthFirst recent appearance
07
SportsSurging
pape thiaw
Senegal has fired manager Pape Thiaw along with the entire coaching staff following a disappointing World Cup performance.
1K+ searches · 800% growthSearch volume up 400%
08
SportsSurging
declan rice
There are growing concerns over England star Declan Rice's injury during the World Cup, especially after he was substituted at half-time in the quarter-final.
1K+ searches · 600% growthSearch volume up 900%
09
SportsEmerging
semi final world cup 2026
Fans are actively following updates on the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final brackets and recent World Cup match results to track progressing teams.
1K+ searches · 600% growthHolding steady
yesterday world cup matchfifa world cup brackets
10
CultureSurging
slavery
People are researching slavery to understand its historical impact and current issues such as reparations and modern slavery cases.
500+ searches · 600% growthSearch volume up 400%
11
SportsSurging
jeremy doku
Jeremy Doku's decision to leave the Belgian squad temporarily during the World Cup to be with his wife at childbirth has sparked discussion.
500+ searches · 500% growthSearch volume up 150%
12
EntertainmentNew
moana
The live-action remake of Disney’s Moana has underperformed at the box office, generating notable media attention.
200+ searches · 100% growthFirst recent appearance
Politics / Following | 1 hour ago
myjoyonline
Why it matters
NewThis topic has only just appeared in the recent pulse, backed by 200+ recent searches and 200% growth. People are searching to follow a developing event.
First recent appearance
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Dennis Miracles Aboagye arrested by EOCO at Accra International Airport - Modern Ghana
Dennis Miracles Aboagye declares bid for NPP National Communications Director - Modern Ghana
Dennis Miracles Aboagye Reportedly Arrested by EOCO at Accra Airport — NPP Raises Concerns - Modern Ghana
NPP alleges arrest of Dennis Miracles Aboagye by EOCO, demands his immediate release - MyJoyOnline
NPP to march to EOCO over arrest of Dennis Miracles Aboagye - MyJoyOnline
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