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Residents of Stockton Creek clashed with Liberian police on Saturday during a court-ordered eviction of nearly 88 acres of land. Police used tear gas to disperse crowds, while residents resisted by throwing stones, forcing officers to retreat and regroup. More than 15 people were reportedly injured or arrested as tensions over the disputed land escalated.

What started as a fairytale marriage has exploded into one of Liberia’s biggest social media controversies. Popular comedian Mama Liberia has accused his wife of deception, financial loss, emotional abuse, and theft, while she dismisses the allegations as lies and says only the court will hear her side. As screenshots, accusations, and counterclaims continue to flood social media, the public remains divided over who is telling the truth—and whether this was a marriage built on love or a dream that ended in betrayal.

A social media clash between former BBC and VOA journalist Moses Kollie Garzeawu and lawyer Cllr. Moriah Yeakula has sparked widespread debate in Liberia over journalism, politics, and credibility. The controversy erupted after Yeakula accused Garzeawu of becoming a “low-level propagandist” for the Unity Party, prompting him to respond that he was “not a low-level propagandist.” The exchange has fueled public discussion about whether Garzeawu’s political commentary has affected the reputation he built during his journalism career.

MONROVIA, Liberia — The legal battle surrounding the death of the late wife of Liberian political figure Samuel Jackson has taken another dramatic turn,...

A pastor’s reported vision of a “dark cloud” hanging over Liberia’s Gospel music industry has drawn widespread attention after the reported deaths of several gospel personalities, including JusPrince Sherman, Min. Anita Barclay, and the President of the Liberia Gospel Music Association (LAGMA). While some believers see the events as a confirmation of the pastor’s warning, others urge caution, emphasizing that there is no evidence linking the reported vision to the deaths.

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) has confiscated 50 cartons of rotten frozen chicken at the Freeport of Monrovia in what officials describe as a major step toward safeguarding public health and enforcing Liberia’s food safety regulations.

MONROVIA, Liberia – Liberia’s largest-ever cocaine seizure has ignited intense political debate and renewed concerns over the country’s ability to secure its borders against...

Liberia experienced two separate vehicle fire incidents in Margibi and River Gee counties on Saturday. While a funeral home vehicle was destroyed by fire in Kakata after its engine ignited, a passenger vehicle in River Gee reportedly burst into flames following an accident, leaving several people feared dead and reigniting concerns over road safety.

Love her or criticize her, one thing is certain - Beautae Daku knows how to keep the spotlight. From bold fashion statements and a widely discussed transformation to growing her business and traveling the world, she continues to prove that while people are talking, she’s focused on building her empire.

Should Liberia Print More Money or Build a Cashless Economy? As Liberia debates the introduction of L$79 billion in new banknotes, the conversation should go beyond printing currency. The real question is whether the country is prepared to embrace a modern, transparent, and technology-driven financial system. A stronger cashless economy could reduce corruption, improve tax collection, combat money laundering, enhance public security, and lower the cost of managing physical cash. Rather than measuring economic progress by the amount of money printed, Liberia should focus on how efficiently and securely money moves through its economy. Read our full editorial as Gossip Liberia examines why the future of Liberia’s economy may depend less on cash in hand and more on digital transactions.

MONROVIA, Liberia — A recent social media announcement by Representative Prince Aquency Toles of Montserrado County Electoral District #8 has sparked widespread political discussion,...

BREAKING: Eight defendants have been found guilty on all charges in Liberia’s largest human trafficking trial after a unanimous jury reached a verdict in just 20 minutes. The case involved 57 victims who say they were lured with fake job offers to Canada before being subjected to months of horrific abuse. Sentencing is pending as the landmark case marks a major test of justice and accountability in Liberia.