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Chris Mason: Andy Burnham faces tricky run to win Labour crown
The Greater Manchester mayor must overcome substantial obstacles in order to challenge Keir Starmer.
FRIDAY, 23 JANUARY 2026, 01:24

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The Greater Manchester mayor must overcome substantial obstacles in order to challenge Keir Starmer.

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The US president said allied troops had “stayed a little back” during the war in Afghanistan.

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The US president has promised to “end decades of suffering” but critics dismiss his Board of Peace as a vainglorious project.
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Gabrielle Goliath fights back against censorship as she battles Arts Minister Gayton McKenzie to secure her Venice Biennale representation, highlighting the tension between art and authority.

South Africa
Residents say the bodies were only recovered the day after the incident was reported.

South Africa
Women are more skeptical than men about artificial intelligence and its adoption in the workplace when the economic outcomes of the technology are uncertain, according to new research from Northeastern University published in the academic journal PNAS Nexus. Based on survey data from the United States and Canada, the study found that women consistently viewed […]

South Africa
South African farmers are increasingly using artificial intelligence to improve productivity, manage farms more efficiently and overcome regulatory challenges, according to a GreenCape report on AI adoption in agriculture. The report defines agricultural technology, also known as agtech or agritech, as a broad set of innovations applied to farming. These include hardware such as drones, […]

South Africa
The cause of the power outage is under investigation by a technical team.

World
A UN spokesman said conditions inside the camp remained “tense and volatile” after Kurdish-led forces withdrew.

World
“We’re going to be very successful in Gaza,” President Trump says, as his administration laid out its vision for post-war reconstruction.

World
Is there a deal between the U.S., Denmark and Greenland? Mary Louise Kelly and the team on NPR’s national security podcast break it down.

World
The signing ceremony marked the most concrete step yet in Trump’s effort to establish the board, whose final composition has yet to be confirmed.

Africa
The announcement that the Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted every four years from 2028 sparked division, but what will it mean for the game on the continent?

Africa
The opposition politician is accused of election violence in which at least seven people were killed.

Africa
Regional powers Ecowas had previously warned junta head Horta N’Tam against such a long wait for elections.

Africa
Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.
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The court was scheduled to hand down its ruling tomorrow on their application.

Politics
Marius van der Merwe was gunned down outside his house in Brakpan.

Politics
Mkhwanazi has testified that the donated vehicles were never handed over to the city.

Politics
Issue raised in the appeal is whether the assets privately owned by the pair are heritage resources.

Sport
Jon Armstrong sits in fifth place after three stages of his World Rally Championship debut at the iconic Rallye Monte Carlo.

Sport
Check the latest on the NFL hiring cycle as teams start to fill their vacant head coach roles after the regular season.

Sport
Betway Premiership giants Orlando Pirates return to the match green grass this weekend, with Sekhukhune United to play host at the Peter Mokaba Stadium.

Sport
Mohamed Salah and Vinicius Jr are prime targets for Saudi Pro League, Crystal Palace hold talks with Wolves over move for Jorgen Strand Larsen, Chelsea consider loan deal for Douglas Luiz, plus more.
Education
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Education and Sports has authorised international schools across Uganda to continue with Term Two learning activities and ongoing examinations despite discrepancies between national and international academic calendars.
Education
[Nile Post] The Minister of State for Agriculture in charge of Fisheries, Hellen Adoa, on Wednesday led Parliament in paying tribute to the late former Ngora District Woman Member of Parliament, Stella Apolot Isodo, describing her as a committed legislator who consistently championed the welfare of women and the education of the girl child.
Education
[Daily Trust] A 300-level student of the Department of Computer Science at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), Niger State, identified as Kelvin Danlami, has reportedly died by suicide after losing N600,000 to sports betting.
Education
Ian Roberts led Des Moines Public Schools before his arrest by immigration agents. He had embellished his credentials and lied about his citizenship status.

Lifestyle
Victoria Beckham’s dancing at Brooklyn’s wedding was a sticking point for her son, further putting a wedge in their already fragile relationship.

Lifestyle
An app comparing the prices of grocery items from four major food retailers will soon be available to South Africans…

Lifestyle
Airlines may be benefiting from an unlikely source of improved fuel efficiency: lighter passengers. Here’s how …
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Entertainment
With their dominant win, the Royals progressed to a qualifier play-off against Sunrisers Eastern Cape to be played on Friday.

Entertainment
The EMPD official further denied knowing Marius van der Merwe.

Entertainment
A total of R550 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 22 January 2026.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories this Thursday, 22 January 2026, in our simple daily news update.
Science/Tech
Waymo has launched its paid robotaxi service in Miami, marking its sixth U.S. market and the company’s first expansion of 2026. CNBC reports: As U.S. competition has lagged, Waymo’s planned 2026 expansions could lock in rider demand and loyalty in the U.S. To start, Waymo will offer its services within a 60-square-mile area that includes Miami’s Design District, Wynwood, Brickell and Coral...

Science/Tech
Fetal tissue has been used to advance research into diabetes, Alzheimer’s, infertility and vaccines
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will no longer fund research that uses human fetal tissue obtained from “elective” abortions, the world’s biggest public funder of biomedical research announced on Thursday.
The ban marks the latest, and most dramatic, effort by Donald Trump’s...

Science/Tech
A pair of bills in Massachusetts would require manufacturers to tell consumers when their connected gadgets are going dark. It should be a boon for cybersecurity as connected devices grow obsolete.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: It’s no secret that students worldwide use AI chatbots to do their homework and avoid learning things. On the flip side, students can also use AI as a tool to beef up their knowledge and plan for the future with flashcards or study guides. Google hopes its latest Gemini feature will help with the latter. The company has announced that...

Motoring
Volvo has finally revealed the new EX60, a midsize electric SUV with a range of 810km.

Motoring
The state of South Africa’s roads have been blamed for poor tourism performance.

Motoring
These are five of the safest and most affordable cars suited for students and young professionals in South Africa.
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Health
A planned U.S.-funded study of a hepatitis B vaccine drew widespread condemnation from researchers. Now the host country says it cannot proceed.
Health
The prohibition halts support for projects both inside and outside the N.I.H. President Biden had restored funding after an earlier ban by President Trump during his first term.
Health
Narcissism has become a catchall label for a range of frustrating behaviors. Here are some misconceptions about what it means.

Health
Wes Streeting said he was “very worried” about the issue of rising demand for services.