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Capitalizing on renewable energy, especially in these days when climate change has been exacerbated by a multitude of natural and man-made factors, is of paramount importance in helping countries secure healthy economic growth and a safe ecological future. With this in mind, a concerted effort to unlock funding and accelerate renewable energy development across the African continent needs to be channeled, thereby creating a viable platform for discussing a range of ideas in this regard. Among the many concerned bodies in this field, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has come to the forefront, running a multitude of activities aimed…

Nigeria has not reported any case of Ebola in the ongoing outbreak. However, health authorities have previously heightened surveillance in response to regional threats. Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have declared an outbreak of Ebola virus disease in Kasai Province, where 28 suspected cases and 15 deaths, including four health workers, have been confirmed. The World Health Organisation (WHO) in a statement on Thursday, said the outbreak has spread to Bulape and Mweka health zones in Kasai Province. The cases presented symptoms including fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, and haemorrhage. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for…

Football legends George Weah and Didier Drogba are among the high-profile names appointed to a new Fifa panel of 16 ex-players which aims to bolster efforts to tackle racism in the game.The sport’s global governing body originally announced the creation of a players’ voice panel at its annual congress in Thailand in May 2024.Former AC Milan striker Weah and ex-Chelsea forward Drogba have now been named as part of the group which includes players – both men and women – from 14 countries.The panel will advise on anti-racism strategies, participate in educational programmes and contribute to reforms across football.”Football brings…

Tesla launched a limited robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, earlier this summer, but it’s unclear whether the vehicles driving around the city are technologically advanced enough to count toward that 1 million robotaxi goal. (The proposal specifies that the robotaxis must not have a “human driver,” and the vehicles in Texas have safety monitors sitting in their front passenger seats for city rides and in the driver’s seats for highway trips.)Meanwhile, the company is reportedly falling well short of its goal to produce 5,000 units of Optimus, its humanoid robot, by the end of this year, having produced only a…

Egypt says forced Palestinian displacement a ‘red line’ as Qatar calls it a ‘extension’ of Israel’s policy of violating Palestinian rights.Published On 5 Sep 20255 Sep 2025Egypt and Qatar have expressed strong condemnation over remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the displacement of Palestinians, including through the Rafah crossing.In a statement on Friday, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the comments as part of “ongoing attempts to prolong escalation in the region and perpetuate instability while avoiding accountability for Israeli violations in Gaza”.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listIn an interview with the Israeli Telegram channel…

AMC Theatres is trying a new tactic to keep horror fatigue at bay at the fall box office as Halloween approaches. The country’s largest theater circuit on Sept. 5 announced the launch of the “AMC Slash Pass,” a new limited-time ticketing program that coincides with a crowded line-up of genre films getting ready to unfurl between now and the end of the year. AMC timed its news to the opening of this weekend’s The Conjuring: Last Rites. (The latest Conjuring installment doesn’t appear to need any help, and is on course for a record-shattering domestic opening of $65 million or…

After 10 months of dissent, protests show no signs of dying down as fury at alleged government corruption grows.Published On 5 Sep 20255 Sep 2025Serbia’s police have fired tear gas and stun grenades at antigovernment protesters in the city of Novi Sad who are demanding snap elections and an end to President Aleksandar Vucic’s 12-year government.Thousands gathered on Friday at the city’s state university campus for yet another demonstration after 10 months of persistent dissent prompted by the fatal collapse of the Novi Sad train station roof last November, which killed 16 people.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe…

A former Alaska Airlines pilot accused of trying to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023 while riding off-duty in the cockpit pleaded guilty or no contest to all charges against him Friday, saying in court that he regretted endangering those on board as well as the damage he caused to his former profession.Joseph Emerson reached the plea agreements because he wants to take responsibility for his actions and hopes to avoid further time behind bars, said his attorney, Noah Horst.Emerson was subdued by the flight crew after trying to cut the engines of a Horizon Air flight…

The gameplay trailer and release date for IO Interactive and Amazon’s eagerly anticipated James Bond video game, “007 First Light,” was revealed Wednesday, along with the news that “Dexter: Original Sin” and “The OA” star Patrick Gibson will be voicing the iconic British Secret Service agent. The game, an origin story for Bond, will launch March 27, 2026. The standard edition (for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S consoles, and for PC via Steam and the Epic Store) and physical-only “Specialist” version (which is compatible with Nintendo Switch 2, alongside PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S) of…

Brooke PryorSep 5, 2025, 03:41 PM ETCloseBrooke Pryor is a reporter for NFL Nation at ESPN who has covered the Pittsburgh Steelers since 2019. She previously covered the Kansas City Chiefs for the Kansas City Star and the University of Oklahoma for The Oklahoman.PITTSBURGH — Amid prolonged contract talks with the Pittsburgh Steelers, defensive captain and four-time All-Pro defensive lineman Cameron Heyward said Friday he’s “preparing” when asked if he was going to play vs. the New York Jets on Sunday.However, Heyward didn’t commit to being on the field for the team’s season opener.”I’m preparing,” he said. “Still got some…