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Ghana witch doctor 'releases' Kane from spell after scoreless outing

England's goalless World Cup draw with Ghana drew attention after Ghanaian witch doctor Nana Kwaku Bonsam claimed he had cursed Harry Kane and later lifted the hex following the striker's missed chance. The bizarre story sparked headlines, while pundits criticised England's flat performance and sai...

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What happened Ghana witch doctor 'releases' Kane from spell after scoreless outing.
The headline split CNA Singapore frames it as "Ghana witch doctor 'releases' Kane from spell after scoreless outing". The Times of India frames it as "Watch: After 'successful curse' on Kane, Ghana witch doctor frees striker of spell".
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CNA SingaporeNews report · Jun 24, 3:55 PM

Ghana witch doctor 'releases' Kane from spell after scoreless outing

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The Times of IndiaNews report · Jun 24, 2:24 PM

Watch: After 'successful curse' on Kane, Ghana witch doctor frees striker of spell

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England's goalless World Cup draw with Ghana drew attention after Ghanaian witch doctor Nana Kwaku Bonsam claimed he had cursed Harry Kane and later lifted the hex following the striker's m...

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Jun 24, 2:24 PM: The Times of India joined the source map.

Jun 24, 3:55 PM: CNA Singapore joined the source map.

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