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Term “fossil fuels” absent from COP30 climate pledge
Harjeet Singh explains why he is disappointed with the outcome of COP30 but holds hope for the 2026 summit.

Top Stories
Houthi court sentences 17 to death accused of spying for Israel, West
Houthi authorities want to publicly execute the convicted individuals, and also sentenced two others to prison.
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South Africa
Firefighters struggle to douse Cape Winelands veld fires
Firefighters have been struggling to put out veld fires since they started during the week.
South Africa
News24 | Limpopo village residents fix faulty pipelines themselves after 3 months without water
Residents of Mushiru village in Vhembe, Limpopo, had no running water for three months due to leaks in the central water pipe system.
South Africa
News24 | Major road closures planned across Joburg as G20 delegates get set to leave SA
Johannesburg motorists can expect major road closures on Sunday as the G20 Summit enters its final day and global leaders begin leaving the country.

South Africa
Operation Dudula vows to continue protests on last day of G20 Summit
Two Operation Dudula members were arrested following violent clashes with police on Saturday.

World
Man who grabbed Ariana Grande at premiere banned from Singapore
The actress and singer has not commented on the incident, but appeared visibly shaken by it.

World
Hidden in plain sight – Mumbai’s glorious Art Deco legacy at 100
Mumbai is home to one of the world’s largest collection of Art Deco buildings, but many are unprotected.

World
COP30 – Five key takeaways from a deeply divisive climate summit
What did we learn from a climate summit that ended in a deal with no new mention of fossil fuels?

World
‘We worry more about food’ say Venezuelans living under threat of US military action
While the US escalates a military threat in nearby waters, Venezuelans say the real enemy of the people is a sharp rise in food prices.

Africa
Escalating war of words between Ethiopia and Eritrea triggers fears of conflict
The authorities in landlocked Ethiopia have ratcheted up rhetoric over access to an Eritrean port.

Africa
AS FAR claim second African Women’s Champions League title
AS FAR beat debutants ASEC Mimosas 2-1 in the African Women’s Champions League final to become continental champions for the second time.

Africa
Starmer arrives in South Africa as G20 gathers without Trump
The prime minister is aiming to support British business on his trip to Johannesburg.

Africa
DR Congo must keep focus in World Cup bid – Zakuani
DR Congo must not be over-confident when the Leopards take part in inter-confederation play-offs for a spot at the 2026 World Cup, says Gabriel Zakuani.
Business

Business
South Africa quietly emerges as one of the best markets in the world
While South Africa has seen strong returns over the last year, international investors appear more focused on other emerging markets.

Business
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All you must do is subscribe to TakealotMORE to get early access to Black Friday prices before the big day even arrives.

Business
The big risks keeping South African business leaders up at night
Aon’s latest global study reveals the biggest risks that affect business decision-makers worldwide, with South Africa differing from its global peers.
Politics
News24 | Ramaphosa calls for inclusive growth, global solidarity to build resilient future
President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that a resilient world can only be achieved through inclusive economic growth, strengthening global partnerships, and reforming international institutions, highlighting the need for global preparedness.

Politics
SA confident of mending ties with US via G20 Troika: Magwenya
Magwenya says SA is confident it will find common ground with the US through G20 Troika
Politics
News24 | G20 Leaders declaration adopted by ‘unanimous’ consensus – Ramaphosa
The G20, under South Africa’s presidency, has reached a consensus on adopting a summit declaration, though the details remain under wraps until it is published.
Politics
News24 | G20 | World leaders pledge $11bn at global health summit to tackle deadly diseases
Several nations have raised $11.34 billion for the Global Fund to fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria, with $36 million coming from the South African government and business community.

Sport
Spirited Ireland can’t keep pace with world’s best
After autumn series defeats to New Zealand and South Africa, Ireland have again struggled to beat the very best this November.

Sport
Why South Africa’s Rassie Erasmus is the best coach in rugby
Rassie Erasmus stands firmly at the summit as the best coach in world rugby. But what exactly makes him the best?

Sport
Chiefs legend Khumalo names his top 5 SA players
Kaizer Chiefs icon Doctor Khumalo has named his ultimate South African player’s top 5, which includes serious Bafana Bafana legends.

Sport
Horner in running to replace Cowell at Aston Martin
Christian Horner is one of the names in the running to lead the Aston Martin Formula 1 team if Andy Cowell loses his role as CEO and team principal.
Education
At Harvard-Yale Game, Rivals Come Together Against Trump Administration Attacks
Students and alumni set aside rivalries at the 141st Harvard-Yale football game on Saturday to summon support against attacks on higher education under the Trump administration.
Education
Donate This Holiday Season: Nicholas Kristof Needs Your Help
Each dollar you donate through my holiday guide will generate $4 to nonprofits that are making our world a better place.
Education
Remedies for the Burdens of Medical School
Readers respond to a guest essay proposing a shortened three-year course of study for aspiring doctors.
Education
The Battle Between Pasadena and U.C.L.A Over the Rose Bowl
The storied stadium is at the center of a battle between Pasadena and U.C.L.A. that’s about money, nostalgia, geography and so much more.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
New Rachel: Who is Siya Kolisi’s alleged girlfriend?
Five things to know about Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s rumoured girlfriend, following his split from estranged wife, Rachel Kolisi.

Lifestyle
‘Love you attract’: Did Siya Kolisi’s ‘partner’ confirm romance?
Is this proof that 24-year-old Dutch influencer Rachel John and Springboks captain Siya Kolisi are a couple?
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Science/Tech
How OpenAI’s Changes Sent Some Users Spiraling
OpenAI adjusted ChatGPT’s settings, which left some users spiraling, according to our reporting. Kashmir Hill, who reports on technology and privacy, describes what the company has done about the users’ troubling reports.
Science/Tech
What OpenAI Did When ChatGPT Users Lost Touch With Reality
In tweaking its chatbot to appeal to more people, OpenAI made it riskier for some of them. Now the company has made its chatbot safer. Will that undermine its quest for growth?

Science/Tech
17 Best Sex Toys (2025), Tested and Reviewed
These are our favorite gender-inclusive vibrators, wand massagers, and sleeves to give you and your partner(s) a helping hand.
Science/Tech
Microsoft Warns Its Windows AI Feature Brings Data Theft and Malware Risks, and ‘Occasionally May Hallucinate’
“Copilot Actions on Windows 11” is currently available in Insider builds (version 26220.7262) as part of Copilot Labs, according to a recent report, “and is off by default, requiring admin access to set it up.” But maybe it’s off for a good reason…besides the fact that it can access any apps installed on your system:In a support document, Microsoft admits that features like Copilot Actions...

Motoring
Verstappen wins Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix, Norris edges closer to crown
Verstappen’s win reduced the Norris’ lead in the standings to 42 points as Oscar Piastri finished fourth.

Motoring
Upgrades help Toyota GR Yaris’ fun factor reach new heights
More power, auto box and other upgrades make pocket rocket proper rally car for the road.
Motoring

Motoring
F1 championship leader Norris grabs ‘stressful’ Las Vegas pole
“I felt like the first few sectors were good, but it’s so slippery out there.“

Health
‘It sounds dramatic but singing class saved by life’
Hundreds of peopling attending singing groups are being taught songs and breathing techniques.
Health
Eli Lilly, Drug Maker of Zepbound and Mounjaro, Reaches $1 Trillion in Value
The 150-year-old drugmaker is the first company in health care to hit the milestone.
Health
Cassidy Got Pledges From RFK Jr. on Vaccines. They Haven’t Stuck.
Before casting a crucial vote for the health secretary, the top Senate Republican laid out several specific commitments he had secured, some of which appear to have been breached.
Health
RFK Jr. Says He Instructed CDC to Change Vaccines and Autism Language on Website
In an interview, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. cited gaps in vaccine safety research. His critics say he is ignoring a larger point: Vaccines save lives.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.