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Alex Zanardi was a 21st century hero – a man who inspired millions through his unquenchable spirit in the face of unbelievable adversity, writes Andrew Benson.

Bankrupt US discount carrier Spirit Airlines ceased operations on Saturday, the industry’s first casualty linked to the Iran war

Sheffield Wednesday have announced that US consortium Arise Capital Partners has completed a takeover of the club.

Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate – there’s plenty more at stake.

Four people have been killed in a shootout between community patrollers and suspected robbers.

Police say the shootout happened after community patrollers spotted three suspected robbery suspects

Recent heavy rains have caused large amounts of water to flow upstream in the Modder River.

North West law enforcement and government stakeholders are still assisting motorists amid floods

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela is one of the most revered — and controversial — women in South African history. In a new documentary her granddaughters examine the liberation icon in all her complexity.

Caught in limbo after the fall of Syria’s Bashar al-Assad, Kurdish families struggle with cold, loss and uncertainty — feeling abandoned by the U.S. allies they once fought alongside.

The U.S. Air Force has finished modifying and testing a Boeing 747 jet donated by Qatar for temporary use as Air Force One and expects to have it ready for President Trump to use this summer.

The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany, the Pentagon said Friday, fulfilling President Donald Trump’s threat as he clashes with the German leader over the U.S. war with Iran.

Christopher Okello Onyum had pleaded insanity but this was dismissed by the judge.

The unusually forceful intervention highlights concerns about governance in the management of public retirement savings

The blockade comes days after Mali’s defence minister was assassinated in a series of nationwide attacks.

Malagasy prosecuters used a Whatsapp group as evidence for the detained individuals alleged crimes.

South Africa’s Minister of Employment and Labour announced two draft bills to drastically reform labour legislation.

A Constitutional Court ruling has outlined major implications for antenuptial agreements entered into in certain marriages.

The iconic Babylonstoren wine farm, has partnered with the Four Seasons Hotel in Johannesburg for a four-part dinner series throughout 2026.

A new R520 million university bursary scheme, launched in 2026, will assist more than 5,000 South African students in obtaining tertiary education.

ANC’s Nomvula Mokonyane was speaking at Cosatu’s Workers Day celebrations in Durban.

Khumbudzo Ntshavheni addressed COSATU-affiliated members at a Workers Day rally in Brakpan.

Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has committed to presenting a full account to Parliament

The MK party alleges that the IEC interfered with a live Election Results System

The Junior Springboks face their next challenge in the U20 Rugby Championship on Sunday, and here is the kick off time to note.

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly on the verge of a major boardroom appointment, with Bheki Shongwe emerging as a candidate for the CEO role.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says Champions League rivals Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich are in a “different world” to tired Premier League teams.

Kaizer Chiefs could very well replace Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze in the coming weeks. Here are three possible replacements.

Education is being targeted across Palestine, with the murder of 14-year-old Aws al-Naasan only the latest in a spree of violence

The Israeli reservist shot 14-year-old Aws al-Naasan in the head just outside the western gate of the Mughayyir boys’ secondary school, where he was studying in ninth grade.

Aws collapsed instantly, bleeding heavily. More shots rang out as his friends ran to his...

Rihanna has always been a sex symbol, and she does it with absolute ease even after birthing three children.

Colour us intrigued! The most popular car colours in South Africa for the year 2026 have been revealed. Find out which ones…

Fans of Rachel Kolisi have playfully roasted her over a clip of cooking a home-cooked meal. Take a look…

“It was great, a perfect result for us and a nice way to reward the team.”

KZN Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma said he was worried about “foreign nationals who disappear after causing a crisis”

At only R64 per 100km, this all-electric luxury lounge trumps any traditional engine-powered car.

Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu officially took office on 1 May and has pledged to maintain the levels of public trust in Sars.

The FCC banned the sale of new consumer-grade Wi-Fi routers and mobile hot spots manufactured outside the US. Here’s what it means for you.

When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are my favorite travel adapters and chargers.

Plus: The NSA tests Anthropic’s Mythos Preview to find vulnerabilities, a Finnish teen is charged over the Scattered Spider hacking spree, and more.

TopAuto got behind the wheel of the South African-bound iCaur V27 on a recent trip to China.

Nissan Motor is cancelling plans to make a pair of fully electric SUVs at one of its factories.

Poor tyre maintenance could be increasing your monthly fuel spend.

Vicky Pattison talks about trying to get help for pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder.

Bryony Gordon talks about her struggles with her mental health.