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The lawsuit alleges the Trump administration’s move to cut funding to public media violates the US’s First Amendment.

An open casting call for the roles was announced last year and more than 30,000 children auditioned.

High court declines to hear bid to block a project that an Apache Indigenous group says would destroy a religious site.

The incident reportedly happened at the ultrasound scan ward last month

Eastern Cape, Limpopo and KZN are still struggling when it comes to sanitation

A new analysis by environmental researcher Alex de Vries-Gao is raising the alarm on artificial intelligence’s rapidly growing appetite for electricity—and the climate consequences that come with it. Published in the journal Joule, de Vries-Gao’s study explores how large-scale AI systems like ChatGPT are helping to push global data center energy use to new highs. […]

Bill Gates is betting big on Africa – not just to adopt artificial intelligence, but to lead the charge. Speaking virtually at the Global AI Summit on Africa, held in Kigali from April 3 to 4, the Microsoft co-founder and Chair of the Gates Foundation described AI as a “life-saving opportunity” for the continent, especially […]

Footage circulating online shows thick columns of black smoke rising from the site.

A Neanderthal man is believed to have painted a nose on a pebble using red pigment more than 43,000 years ago.

Osama Krayem is accused of terrorism and war crimes in relation to the death of Moaz al-Kasasbeh.

The health crisis is fuelled by the war which has destroyed vital infrastructure, aid agencies say.

A wildlife researcher says that the Upemba Lechwe could be wiped out without urgent intervention.

The measure sparks criticism from motorists and opposition, who see it as an extra tax burden.

An audit uncovers an alleged scam where applicants were required to pay more than the published fee.

The body overseeing compensation has pushed back against criticisms by Sir Alan Bates, who led the campaign for redress.

Empty plots of land along a prominent street in Cape Town have sold for R170 million, a reminder of why it’s the most expensive street in the country.

President Ramaphosa says they have accomplished their mission.

Some reports claim the directions are aimed at favouring Elon Musk’s Starlink.

Ramaphosa was speaking on the sidelines at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium

Ramaphosa responds to Questions for Oral Replies by Members of the National Assembly

Chiefs boss faces a potential estate sequestration, as court papers expose his lavish lifestyle amid mounting financial and legal woes.

Vastly experienced midfield general and he’s still only 25.

Novak Djokovic begins his latest bid for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title with a commanding win over Mackenzie McDonald.

Kaizer Chiefs are looking to get rid of a lot of first team players before pre-season with one player in set to return for assessments…

The Trump administration has canceled $100m in contracts as the US president escalates his war on elite universities

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The Donald Trump administration is set to order federal agencies to cancel all government contracts with Harvard University worth an estimated $100m, dramatically escalating the president’s assault against America’s most prestigious university.

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Business school professor’s dismissal is first time Harvard has removed a tenured instructor in about 80 years

A Harvard professor known for researching honesty before being accused of extensive data fraud has been fired, the first time the Ivy League institution has dismissed a tenured instructor in about 80 years.

Francesca Gino was put on administrative leave by the Harvard Business School...

Going to school, college or university five days a week is not the only way to get a qualification.

As South Africans weigh up the pros and cons of renting versus buying property, experts have some sage advice …

Tyla won the Afrobeats Artist of the Year award despite being nominated alongside notable Afrobeats artists, including Rema and Wizkid.

Congratulations are in order!

The family is returning to South Africa as Handré has signed a new deal with the Bulls.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has delayed social grant payments of thousands of applicants who did not disclose that they have other income. SASSA said Tuesday, 27 May 2025, that it was assisted by registered Credit Bureaus when it “identified about 210 000 social grant beneficiaries who appear to be receiving income that […]

Moto3 star rides through the pain at British Grand Prix after undergoing arm operation.

1991 E30 BMW 325iS Evo 1 had bidders in a frenzy before being sold for R1.5-million.

Although pricier than its immediate rivals, the TLX grade counters with more spec and power, yet requires finessing for the next step up.

The plans would allow people in acute mental distress to get treatment in hospital while also reducing A&E wait times.