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Say goodbye to petrol stations as you know them in South Africa

Today at 09:40 AM, via Daily Investor

Petrol stations in South Africa are facing declining fuel demand, rising costs, and intense competition in a saturated market, pushing operators to rely increasingly on convenience retail to sustain profitability.

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The US is killing Cuba softly while the international community keeps mum

Today at 09:38 AM, via Daily Maverick

An economy already reeling from decades of US economic embargo has virtually come to a standstill. This is causing significant suffering to Cubans, and the impact on medical facilities and transport of medicines and drugs is probably resulting in many deaths.

South Africa

Department sets record straight on “working from home” remarks

Today at 09:34 AM, via SAnews

Department sets record straight on “working from home” remarks

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has clarified recent media reports that reference remarks made by the Director of the Fuel Pricing Mechanism, Robert Maake, suggesting that working from home could help employees manage the impact of rising fuel costs.

“The department categorically states that these...

South Africa

Government pays tribute to struggle stalwart Terry Bell

Today at 09:15 AM, via SAnews

Government pays tribute to struggle stalwart Terry Bell

The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has expressed deep sadness at the passing of veteran journalist, legendary author and struggle stalwart, Terry Bell, at the age of 84. 

Bell played an active and principled role in the struggle against apartheid, using both his voice and his writing to advance justice,...

Science/Tech

Melania Trump Welcomes Humanoid Robot At White House Summit

Today at 09:00 AM, via Slashdot

Longtime Slashdot reader theodp writes: In Melania and the Robot, the New York Times reports on First Lady Melania Trump’s inaugural Fostering the Future Together Coalition Summit, which brought together international leaders, First Spouses from around the world, tech leaders, educators, and nonprofits to collaborate on practical solutions that expand access to educational tools while...

Science/Tech

Keys to the kingdom

Today at 08:27 AM, via ITWeb

As cyber risks evolve and industry standards shift, the Public Key Infrastructure industry needs to evolve too.

Health

Trump to Delay Nominating New C.D.C. Director

Today at 00:04 AM, via New York Times

The administration has yet to find a candidate who aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s agenda while avoiding his unpopular stance on vaccines.