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Police and crime commissioners to be scrapped in England and Wales
The government says it will save £100m over this Parliament and less than 20% of voters can name their PCC.

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Scott left out of England squad for Serbia match
Uncapped Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is left out of the 23-man England squad for Thursday’s World Cup qualifier against Serbia at Wembley.

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Pakistan says Islamabad, South Waziristan bombers were Afghan nationals
Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harbouring fighters after deadly border clashes and recent suicide bombing attacks.

South Africa
Accused 5 in Meyiwa trial claims assault by prison officials
Accused number five Fisokuhle Ntuli alleges that prison officials assaulted him.
South Africa
News24 | Eastern Cape bus shooting leaves woman dead, two injured
A woman was killed when the bus she was travelling in was shot at on the R61 between Ngcobo and Cofimvaba in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday afternoon.
South Africa
Mashatile calls for stronger public-private collaboration for inclusive growth
Mashatile calls for stronger public-private collaboration for inclusive growth
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has urged stronger coordination between government, business, and civil society to unlock inclusive and sustainable economic growth across the Garden Route and beyond.
Delivering a virtual address at the Garden Route Economic Coordination Roundtable Dialogue on Thursday,...

South Africa
LIVE: Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi media briefing
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi briefs the media.

World
Israel deported Palestinian prisoners to Egypt. Some Israelis question the practice
Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.

World
Iranian president warns the capital may have to be evacuated as drought continues
Iran is suffering its worst drought in decades, brought on by lack of rain, government mismanagement and crumbling infrastructure. The government warns it may have to evacuate its capital, Tehran.
World
News24 | Boeing ordered to pay $28.45 million to 737 MAX crash victim’s family
A US jury in the first civil trial over a fatal Boeing 737 MAX crash determined that the aircraft manufacturing giant owes $28.45 million to the family of a newly-wed Indian victim.
World
News24 | Trump warns: ‘We can never let this happen again’ as he signs shutdown ending legislation
US President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the longest government shutdown in US history.

Africa
Over 200 Kenyans fighting for Russia in Ukraine – minister
Russian recruitment networks are targeting Kenyans with fake job offers, authorities say.

Africa
South Sudan president sacks powerful Vice-President Bol Mel
Bol Mel, who is sanctioned by the US for alleged corruption, had been tipped as Kiir’s successor.

Africa
Ramaphosa says ‘boycott politics doesn’t work’ over Trump’s decision to skip G20 summit
Trump said it was a “total disgrace” that South Africa was hosting this month’s summit.

Africa
Nigerians praise young soldier for standing up to powerful minister
The confrontation struck a chord with many Nigerians because of Nyesom Wike’s political stature.

Business
International investor buys R1.3 billion stake in Andre de Ruyter’s right-hand man’s company
Norfund has acquired a R1.3 billion stake in Mulilo Energy, which is chaired by former Eskom COO Jan Oberholzer.

Business
Cell C wants to raise R6.5 billion
Cell C wants to raise R6.5 billion through the sales of its shares ahead of its planned listing on the JSE.

Business
Real Stories, Real Savings – Why South Africans love OUTsurance
OUTsurance’s recent ‘Client Savings’ commercials goes beyond creative storytelling — it reinforces the company’s core promise: to go out of our way to deliver real savings and exceptional service to real South Africans.
Business

Politics
Commission hears how Nciza was accused of leaking Mkhwanazi’s charge
Mkhwanazi is at the centre of allegations of infiltration of criminal syndicates within the metro.

Politics
LIVE: Madlanga Commission of Inquiry | 13 November 2025
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into criminality, political interference and corruption.

Politics
LIVE: Cedrick Nkabinde appears before Parliament Ad Hoc Committee
Parliament’s Ad Hoc committee hears testimony from Cedrick Nkabinde.

Politics
Godongwana’s MTBPS finds favour with GNU parties
Most of those who are part of the Government of National Unity have commended the statement.

Sport
‘Scotland players can instantly write themselves into history books’
Head coach Steve Clarke says “the chance is there” for his Scotland squad to “instantly write their names in the history books” should they qualify for a first World Cup in 27 years – and the first of nine of their lifetime’s.

Sport
Real’s Endrick closes in on Lyon loan
Real Madrid are in advanced talks with Lyon over sending 19-year-old forward Endrick on loan to the Ligue 1 side in January.

Sport
Rassie makes 11 changes to Springbok team for next Test match
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus on Thursday named a new-look starting team for the Test against Italy in Turin on Saturday afternoon.

Sport
‘Possibly’ – Hearn hints at potential fight between AJ and Jake Paul
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn says reports of a deal being agreed for a fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul have ‘jumped the gun’ but did admit there is a chance the two boxers could meet in the ring before the end of the year.
Education
South Africa: Violent School Bullying Reflects South Africa’s Broken Society
[ISS] The school bullying crisis mirrors a society where violence is normalised, and parents and teachers play an important role.
Education
Nigeria: UAC Champions Early Childhood Education Across Lagos
[This Day] UAC of Nigeria Plc has successfully concluded the 2025 edition of its Annual Book Donation Drive, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to Early Childhood Education.
Education
Nigeria: Glo Innov8 Competition Enters Final Stage, 3 Schools in Race for N5m
[This Day] Three top finalists have emerged for the final event to be held at the Mike Adenug Globacom’s “Glo Innov8” National STEM competition for girls in Senior Secondary Schools across the country.
Education
Ghana: 1,000 Students Sensitised On Ecowas Protocols
[Ghanaian Times] ABOUT one thousand students from tertiary and second-cycle institutions in the Volta Region have completed a sensitisation workshop on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Protocols, where they were educated on the values, vision, and future prospects of ECOWAS.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Bongi Mbonambi race quota post sparks backlash
An X post by the Institute o Race Relations (IRR) has received backlash. Here’s what they said about the Springbok star…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Five unforgettable things to do in the Karoo before you die
From stargazing to fossils, discover the top things to do in the Karoo, South Africa’s ultimate bucket-list destination.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Cell C share price revealed
Cell C has announced the share price range of its planned IPO on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

Science/Tech
Google agrees to major funding package for South African media
Google has committed R688-million to support South Africa’s under-pressure media industry.

Science/Tech
Nothing Phone (3a) Lite Review: Bloating the Brand
This is Nothing’s cheapest Android yet, but it dilutes the brand and falls short of the competition.

Science/Tech
SA’s information watchdog takes on ‘Big Tech’
The Information Regulator is in a legal “battle” with Google and Meta after the tech giants refused to hand over records, claiming South African law doesn’t apply to them.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Updated Haval Jolion Pro offers even better value for money
GWM gives SUV “fresh energy” by virtue of various styling and tech upgrades.
Motoring

Health
NHS waiting list down after three months of rises
At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.
Health
Arline Bronzaft, Who Campaigned for a Quieter City, Dies at 89
She studied the impact of noise on health and classroom learning and helped impose stricter regulations in New York City.

Health
Streeting accuses doctors’ union of acting ‘like cartel’
The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday’s strike by resident doctors.

Health
The benefits of giving someone the benefit of the doubt
Psychologist Kimberley Wilson explains why it can be a more peaceful way to live.
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.