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Under a new policy, US airports will no longer require passengers to remove their shoes during security screening.

Red Bull boss exits the team after a stellar two decades that yielded eight Formula One Drivers’ World Championships.

Khumalo and six other senior police officials were arrested last month.

Mbenenge is facing allegations of sexual harassment in the workplace levelled by Mengo.

Masemola has conceded that Mkhwanazi’s allegations are extremely worrying.

The US president reverses a suspension of weapons shipments to Kyiv and heavily criticises Russia’s Putin.

The latest on the deadly floods in Texas, foreign policy dominates President Trump’s week, Supreme Court allows Trump to resume mass federal layoffs for now.

President Trump is hosting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu this week as they work on a ceasefire in Gaza. He’s also resuming military aid shipments to Ukraine after they were temporarily halted.

Recent years have seen an upswing in people playing tennis (or at least dressing like it). But it’s not just a phase. The sport — at least some version of it — has been around since medieval times.

The United States announces sweeping changes to its non-immigrant visa policy for Nigeria.

Unpicking the disinformation behind a social media trend spreading tension ahead of Ivory Coast’s election.

US President Donald Trump announces a 30% tariff on South African imports starting from 1 August.

A goal in first-half injury time from Saratou Traore is enough to see Mali edge a tight Group C encounter against Tanzania at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.

South Africa is littered with small towns and communities that have been built around key exports, which now face the United States’ crushing 30% tariff.

Trade union Solidarity has issued a legal letter to Bidvest over the company’s school bursary programme.

SARS has extended the deadline for employers to file their monthly tax data after its systems experienced glitches and downtime this week.

Global initiative RE100 says South Africa needs to urgently ramp up it energy reforms, with its members looking to go 100% renewable by 2050.

ANC SG Mbalula says Mabuza’s death is a loss for both the party and the country.

The Mbombela High Court dismissed Phadi’s appeal on Tuesday.

Mkhwanazi alleges that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu interfered in crime fighting operations.

Mary Phadi is no longer the leader of the uMkhonto weSizwe Party in Mpumalanga.

Red Bull Racing CEO and Team Principal Christian Horner will leave the Formula One team with immediate effect.

Kaizer Chiefs will play four matches in the Netherlands before returning home to feature in the Toyota Cup.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named three debutants who could make their Test debuts against Italy in Gqeberha on Saturday.

The Springboks’ Bomb Squad will be out to right the wrongs and restore some pride in the second Test against Italy.

Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has launched a new local warehouse in South Africa, promising great things for shoppers.

Every municipality countrywide offers free electricity and water. And yet, recipients of these basic services are dropping. Here’s why …

The foundation claims that Saps did not want to collaborate with Moja Love’s crime-fighting shows.

Looking for family fun this summer? These WIRED-recommended board games and toys are on sale for Prime Day.

Is it Christmas in July, or is it Amazon Prime Day? Either way, it’s a great time to save on a mattress.

For the first time this year, AI is the main concern, according to the Arctic Wolf State of Cybersecurity: 2025 Trends Report.

Interpol’s Africa Cyberthreat Assessment Report 2025 has revealed that South Africa remains a top target for cybercriminals operating in Africa.

Stuttgart claims that half of Porsche 911 S variant buyers want all-paw grip.

The National Consumer Commission has raised concerns over the growing number of vehicle recalls in South Africa.

Iconic V8 muscle cars in the form of Ford Capril Perana V8 and Chev Firenza also under the hammer.

Recent years have seen incredible advances in eyesight restoration. But should we approach blindness as something that needs to be ‘cured’? Comedian Tom Skelton, who started losing his sight at 21, explores. Made in partnership with UKRI (UK Research and Innovation).

The group hopes to help women with newborn care, maternal health, and mental wellbeing.

We also discuss the risks of AI therapy

Jessica Glasser’s parents say families should be told if their child is struggling with their mental health.