Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana

GABORONE, Botswana: Chinese auto brands such as Haval, Cherry, Tank and JAC generated interest among local car enthusiasts at the 9th edition of the Shell Gaborone Motor Show in Gaborone, Botswana’s capital. Over the last five years, Chinese-made vehicles have entered the competitive landscape of Botswana’s automotive industry. Chinese brands …

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Berkshire profit down 64%; Buffett sells Apple shares

OMAHA, Nebraska: Berkshire Hathaway’s first-quarter profits plummeted along with the paper value of its investments, but the company said Saturday (Sunday in Manila) that most of the businesses it owns outright performed well. The company reported a $12.7-billion profit, or $8.825 per Class A share, in the quarter. That’s roughly …

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Algonquin leaders seek answers on toxic sewage discharge at nuclear lab

Algonquin leaders are demanding accountability and seeking answers after learning Canadian Nuclear Laboratories discharged toxic sewage at the Chalk River research hub along the Ottawa River this spring. Incident 'not related to radiological contaminants,' Canadian Nuclear Laboratories says Algonquin leaders are demanding accountability after learning Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) discharged …

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