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BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter and Sunderland fan Tom A Smith – and AI – with his predictions for this week’s Premier League fixtures.

Nathan Aspinall becomes the latest seed to fall at the PDC World Championship, but 20-year-old Charlie Manby sets up a tie against 10th seed Gian van Veen.

Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting a presidential residence, which President Zelensky called “typical Russian lies”.

Rescue teams have recovered remains believed to be that of the missing SANDF member.

The Xaba family will be relocated following the collapse of a double-storey building, in Doornkop

The Mangaung Metro Municipality is concerned about fireworks purchased at illegal outlets.

Ten people died after a shooting at KwaNoxolo tavern in Bekkersdal.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday the United States is offering his country security guarantees for a period of 15 years as part of a proposed peace plan.

Trump and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy signaled momentum on peace talks after a meeting yesterday. And, anti-poverty groups address challenges they are facing that impact Americans who need help.

They are set to discuss Iran, Lebanon, Syria and Gaza, where the Trump administration wants to see the ceasefire enter its second stage in January.

Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday’s polls.

The decision has been condemned by Somalia, Egypt, Turkey and Djibouti, who call it a dangerous precedent.

The share price performances of South Africa’s largest banks have varied drastically over the last year, with Capitec clearly on top.

The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.

Gables Cats and Dogs Home says some dogs in its care are difficult and have certain requirements.

SARS’ tax data for the year shows who is paying the most income tax by location, gender, age and job sector.

Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

The EFF says the move threatens Somalia’s territorial integrity.

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri, 66, undergoes a minor heart operation.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says it “does not make sense” to speak about the title race in December, after rising to third place in the Premier League.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says he has not changed their formation because of “pressure from the media or fans”.

Lossiemouth takes the final Grade One win of the year, holding off 2024 winner Brighterdaysahead in the December Hurdle at Leopardstown.

Fewer children are reading for fun – but parents are trying everything from AI to dramatic voices to keep them engaged

It’s been a tough year for our brains. Merriam-Webster dictionary editors chose “slop” as 2025’s word of the year. New York Magazine recently dropped its “Stupid Issue”, with a cover story exploring America’s collective “cognitive decline”. There are big...

The billionaires club has a new member, namely Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.

South Africa’s Grammy Award-winning DJ Black Coffee’s girlfriend, Victoria Gonzalez, has shown off their new R157 million Clifton home.

SA Rugby’s rush to aid Johann Ackermann could favour one union, but the Stormers should focus on their own strong form ahead of their derby.

Morero’s 2025 was dominated by preparation for the G20 Summit but service delivery challenges were inescapable.

Former Miss Universe Zozi Tunzi-Bolowana has once again captured SA’s hearts, this time not on a global stage, but at home, wrapped in culture, love, and festive joy.

Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

The biggest names in tech will make the case for artificial intelligence at CES 2026 next week.

Vehicle-related crimes in South Africa have been trending downwards in recent years.

1.5 million South Africans visit TopAuto each month to read more about the latest vehicles and automotive sector news.

The first combustion engine car was developed by a man who would go on to help found one of the world’s most iconic automotive brands.

Research shows women are 27% less likely than men to receive CPR from bystanders.