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Antonio Guterres raises alarm over ‘dangerous escalation’ after hours-long Russian drone and missile barrage this week.

England lose Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett and Joe Root early on in their second innings to fall to 50-3 on day four, chasing 608 to win the second Test against India at Edgbaston.

Authorities in US state face questions about whether they issued proper warnings before rain-fuelled flooding.

Reigning champion Barbora Krejcikova overcomes tears to win a point against Emma Navarro in their Wimbledon 2025 third round clash.

President Cyril Ramaphosa said the National Dialogue seeks to foster unity in South Africa.

The annual festival held from Thursday attracted more than 80 000 people.

Dabula says they’ve uncovered criminal activity, relating to medication dispensed to foreigners.

The National Dialogue will hold its First National Convention on the 15th of August.

Jota, 28, was laid to rest alongside his brother, Silva, 25, after they died in a car crash on Thursday.

Trump described some bankers as “Shylocks” at a rally. He said later he did not realise it was offensive.

The concepts in the MingKwai typewriter underlie how Chinese, Japanese and Korean are typed today. The typewriter, patented in 1946, was found last year in an upstate New York basement.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he wants the luxury resort on the eastern seacoast to become a “world destination,” but the country has been reluctant to allow in foreign tourists.

BBC Sport Africa runs down everything you need to know about the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

“The devil might be angry and can do what he wants,” President William Ruto said in response to criticism.

There will be no state funerals until April 2026 – unless the president decides to make an exception.

From prolific newcomers to returning greats, BBC Sport Africa selects six players to watch at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

To save money, Durham County Council is proposing changes to the Council Tax Reduction Scheme.

Rich South Africans are increasingly buying real estate in one of Africa’s island countries in the Indian Ocean.

Investec has highlighted the benefits of electric vehicle ownership in South Africa, including lower maintenance costs.

AZAPO is holding its two day 27th National congress in Bloemfontein.

Mashilo says memorial services will be taking place in all three regions of the province.

Steenhuisen says the National Dialogue is a creature of the ANC that has been sprung upon the public

Former Deputy President David Mabuza died on Thursday at the age of 64.

England lose three top-order wickets before the close as India surge towards victory in the second Test.

The Springboks kicked off their 2025 Test campaign with victory over Italy, but who shone for Rassie Erasmus’ men?

The Springboks kickstarted their test season with an underwhelming 42-24 victory over Italy. Here’s he latest world rugby rankings.

Lancashire Lightning beat Derbyshire to move into pole position in the T20 Blast North Group with a second win inside 24 hours.

Almost 300 researchers have applied for for positions at Aix-Marseille University after Trump unleashed his attack on academia

It was on a US-bound flight in March, as Brian Sandberg stressed about whether he would be stopped at security, that the American historian knew the time had come for him to leave his home country.

For months, he had watched Donald Trump’s administration unleash a...

R&B legends Brandy and Monica have announced ‘The Boy Is Mine Tour’, their first co-headlining tour in over 27 years.

Brad Pitt recently revealed that he and Tom Cruise were originally set to star in Ford v Ferrari about a decade before the film was made

Australian actor Julian McMahon, best known for his roles in ‘Nip/Tuck’, ‘Fantastic Four’, and ‘Charmed’, has died at the age of 56.

The Durban July wasn’t just about celebs or fashion statements, it was about the people of South Africa.

Whether you need a camp chair, sleeping pad, running shoes, or new pack, REI’s Independence Day sale has something for everyone.

“We are quite quick on the straight, we have to wait and see what tomorrow will do but I am happy — it is a big boost for the team and excited to go racing tomorrow.”

Fortuner, Starlet and HiAce also hit the headlines to help Toyota increase its market share in June.

Tourer a more affordable alternative to V300d that will not break the bank at the pumps.

Chinese carmaker claims that their new hybrid SUV is both fast and very frugal.

A maternity suite at the University Hospital of Hartlepool is suffering staff shortages.