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I woke to a huge bang – nothing has been normal since
There is a great sense of uncertainty here over what might happen next, writes BBC producer in Caracas.
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There is a great sense of uncertainty here over what might happen next, writes BBC producer in Caracas.

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The family who survived the Hamas attack in 2023 call the incident an “intrusion”.

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The South African government has accused the United States of violating the United Nations’ Charter following a large-scale military operation in Venezuela that saw President Nicholas Maduro captured.

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Caitlyn McDonald has Autism and Auditory Processing Disorder – a condition that affects how the brain interprets sounds.

South Africa
The province has experienced heavy rainfall from New Year’s Eve

South Africa
he clan observed this milestone through a traditional welcoming ceremony known as umgidi

South Africa
SAMA says hospitals are experiencing a surge in alcohol-related admissions

South Africa
This after hundreds of minstrels affiliated to the association held a protest parade

World
The U.S. Justice Department has unsealed a new indictment alleging “drug trafficking and narco-terrorism conspiracies” against Maduro, his wife and other defendants.
World
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that US forces had captured Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro after launching a “large scale strike” on the South American country.

World
NPR international correspondent Eyder Peralta joins NPR’s Daniel Estrin to discuss reaction from Venezuela and other countries in the region.

World
NPR’s Daniel Estrin discusses the latest with NPR international correspondent Carrie Kahn.

Africa
From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.

Africa
The two states say they are taking reciprocal measures after the US announced full-entry restrictions on their citizens.

Africa
A task force is trying to save seabirds from getting caught and killed in fishing boat nets.

Africa
Manchester City are close to agreeing terms with Bournemouth to sign Antoine Semenyo for £65m, but Andoni Iraola insists the forward has “definitely not” played his last game for the Cherries.

Business
Brad Banducci went from selling sewing machines in Boksburg to leading Australia’s largest retailer, Woolworths.

Business
An expert warns that South Africa is heading for disaster if urgent action is not taken to rescue its ailing industrial sector.

Business
Premier’s acquisition of RFG has received the backing of Anchor Capital’s Sean Culverwell, with Premier set to see and earnings improvements.

Business
As the temperature drops, here are some tips to help save money on your energy bills.

Politics
Pretoria says it views this as a manifest violation of the Charter of the United Nations

Politics
The Presidential Climate Commissioners (PCC) will serve for the 2026–2030 tenure.

Politics
Minister Willie Aucamp has alleged that George possibly abused state resources.

Politics
Former Transport Deputy Minister Dikeledi Magadzi died on Sunday at the age of 70.

Sport
Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy insists he is still “together with the board” and believes “we can turn things around” despite falling to a sixth loss in eight games following the derby defeat to Rangers.

Sport
A former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana star looks set to step into a new coaching role at AmaZulu FC in the coming days.

Sport
Football Focus’ Dion Dublin, Phil Jones and Kelly Somers discuss who has the edge in the Premier League title race.

Sport
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has promised to show “no mercy” to his former side Cameroon in the AFCON Last 16 on Sunday.

Education
Prof Shitij Kapur says there are too many graduates and degree is now just a ‘visa’ to enter professional world
The UK now has a “surfeit” of graduates and students must accept that a university degree is no longer a “passport to social mobility”, a leading vice-chancellor has argued.
Prof Shitij Kapur, the head of King’s College London, said the days when universities could promise that...
Education
A student-organized “tech fast” at St. John’s College thrust young people headfirst into a world of chalkboard-based communication. (On that note: Has anyone seen Eliza?)
Education
[Nyasa Times] In a major push to strengthen early childhood education in Malawi, Youth Health Network (YHN) has trained more than 300 private Early Childhood Development (ECD) caregivers in Lilongwe, aiming to close long-standing capacity gaps and professionalise childcare services across the sector.

Education
Free prescriptions and eye tests ought to help these young adults stay healthy. They also signal the state’s ongoing role
The outcomes for children who grow up in care are shocking. A vital part of the welfare state, which exists to promote the safety and wellbeing of highly vulnerable young people, is falling short in health, education and employment terms. They have a 62% higher chance of...

Lifestyle
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa was a picture of regal elegance at her uncle’s Mozambique wedding.

Lifestyle
Pop sensation Tyla has broken a 56-year-old record previously held by the late Miriam Makeba on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Lifestyle
Queen Camilla revealed that she was attacked by a man as a teenager while she was on a train. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Here’s the latest on SASSA Child Support Grants in January 2026, including payment dates and proposed increases and amendments …

Entertainment
Police forensics labs received over 500 000 samples for testing over an 18 month period with over 200 00 being processed this year.

Entertainment
Haashim Pead’s try after the hooter sealed a dramatic 23-22 Lions derby win in Durban Saturday.

Entertainment
Ramaphosa has appointed a total of 25 commissioners.

Entertainment
South Africa urged the United Nations Security Council to meet after the United States captured Venezuela’s president.
Science/Tech
Some AI chatbots have a surprisingly good handle on breaking news. Others decidedly don’t.
Science/Tech
AI startups now outnumber all publicly traded U.S. companies, according to a year-end note to investors from economists at Vanguard. And yet that report also suggest the jobs most susceptible to replacement by AI “are actually thriving, not dying out,” writes Forbes:”The approximately 100 occupations most exposed to AI automation are actually outperforming the rest of the labor market in terms...
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Science/Tech
With upgradable graphics, the Framework Laptop 16 achieves what PC nerds have only ever dreamed of.
Science/Tech
A small section of the International Space Station that has experienced persistent leaks for years appears to have stopped venting atmosphere into space. ArsTechnica: The leaks were caused by microscopic structural cracks inside the small PrK module on the Russian segment of the space station, which lies between a Progress spacecraft airlock and the Zvezda module. The problem has been a...
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Motoring
There are 17 different car brands that offer a double-cab bakkie in South Africa.

Motoring
If you are encountering a massively increased Uber trip price, you are unfortunate to be requesting an Uber during a period of peak demand.
Health
Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found.

Health
From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running.
Health
As enhanced subsidies expire, many Americans covered under the Affordable Care Act are having trouble paying for insurance.
Health
Brenna Henn had a long-term grant to study the genetic diversity of Africans and people of African descent. Then her N.I.H. funding was cut.