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Uganda bans 'immoral' festival linked to sex, drugs, LGBT
Uganda's parliament on Tuesday slapped a ban on a popular music festival, the second time that authorities have taken steps against the annual event over accusations that it promotes sex, drugs and homosexuality.
'I am innocent', mining magnate says at end of Swiss appeal
A French-Israeli businessman appealing against his conviction in one of the mining sector's biggest-ever corruption cases insisted Tuesday on his innocence and hoped the Swiss court would give him justice. But he insisted during the appeals court hearings that that verdict was deeply unfair, with his lawyers arguing the prosecution's case was "very weak".
Filtered ferry engines hailed for tackling air pollution
A French ferry company has launched what it claims is the first vessel that uses filters to capture almost all air pollutants from the boat's exhaust fumes, sparking praise from campaigners and local authorities. The pollutants can then be captured by a type of industrial air filter that has been around for more than 30 years, company technical director Christophe Seguinot told reporters.
US services sector expands in August as prices ease: survey
The American services sector expanded at a slightly faster pace in August amid signs of easing supply issues and slowing price gains, according to an industry survey released Tuesday. "The services sector had a slight uptick in growth for the month of August due to increases in business activity, new orders and employment," ISM survey chair Anthony Nieves said in a statement.
Dozens of pools closed in France over soaring energy costs
French sports and education groups expressed outrage Tuesday at the closure of around 30 swimming pools, after their operator said surging heating costs made them no longer viable. "These closures directly impact all children and adults who won't be able to learn to swim," the French Swimming Federation (FFN) said in a statement, demanding the pools' "immediate" reopening.
Berlin tech show facing up to era of energy scarcity
From portable solar panels to smart thermostats and "intelligent" radiators, exhibitors at the IFA tech show in Berlin are touting smart solutions for an energy-starved world. "When you see how much all these devices consume it is crazy," says Justin, 23, a tech enthusiast, who came to Berlin specifically for the show.
Ghanaian man who sells kebab at various joints shares how he makes over GH₵5,000 per day
Alex, a Ghanaian small-scale business owner has recently opened up what goes into selling kebab for a living. In a video, the mid-age man shared that he prepare
Gyakie and Nektunez sweep awards at Nigeria's Headies; Ghanaians flood social media with sweet messages
Ghana's Nektunez and Gyakie held the flag of Ghana high in Nigeria as they each grabbed an award at the 15th edition of the prestigious award ceremony, Headies.
Strongman: Adorable Simona Strong Shoots Music Video With Her Dad; Folks Gush
Strongman in a video that popped up on social media was seen on the set of a music video shoot with his adorable little daughter Simona. Peeps were in awe.
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