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Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them
In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.

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Family of British toddler speaks as Australian inquiry into cold case murders begins
NSW inquiry will also examine whether notorious serial killer Ivan Milat was responsible for more murders.
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South Africa
Police pursue leads in hunt for suspects in Cleveland mass killing
Residents suspect that the shooting is linked to a turf war between groups of illegal miners

South Africa
Limpopo MEC sends warning to illegal initiation schools
The MEC officially launched the initiation season in Polokwane today.

South Africa
Chaos erupts at Modack trial as accused walk out
Toufeek Brown and other accused walked out of the courtroom, hurling profanities.

South Africa
Deputy Mayor to appear in court for discharging gun in public
Viral videos on social media showed Kolwapi firing a weapon several times into the air.

World
Watch: Historic US-Canada border library gets new Quebec-only entrance
The Trump administration in 2025 paused the use of the famous Haskell Library’s main entrance on the US side, which had been used by both countries for decades.

World
An Everest guide’s miraculous survival raises questions for tourism industry
Why was a cook leading clients up the world’s highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself?

World
Watch: Thousands fill Barcelona streets for Pope Leo visit
Pope Leo XIV visited Barcelona’s iconic Sagrada Família basilica as part of his week-long visit to Spain.

World
French singer Patrick Bruel faces rape charges
Bruel has been placed under judicial investigation, which means an examining magistrate will look more deeply into the case.

Africa
When will an African side win the World Cup?
Morocco became Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

Africa
Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?
Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Africa
Ghanaian women defy odds to get Cambridge degrees
Scholarships help three women who grew up in poverty complete master’s qualifications in the UK.

Africa
Kenyan police fire tear gas at protest against US Ebola quarantine centre plan
Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.

Business
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

Business
‘A little goes a long way’: New York’s candy stores sweeten economic gloom
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple’s sweet shops are expanding.

Business
I’d have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary
Peter Kyle’s comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.

Business
World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history
The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year’s World Cup.

Politics
MPs question Major General Rhoode’s conduct in Phala Phala matter
The Phala Phala farm burglary came under scrutiny from the Portfolio Committee on Police.

Politics
MKP says worried about possible political killings ahead of elections
Sibonelo Nomvalo says the MK P believes some of its members are being targeted for political reasons

Politics
Nyhontso to take legal action against March and March’s Ndabandaba
Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso set to take legal action againsts social activist Nkosinathi Ndabandaba

Politics
DA announces its mayoral pledge for City of Ekurhuleni
The Democratic Alliance has announced its mayoral pledge for the city of Ekurhuleni.

Sport
Bafana on Thursday, Bulls on Friday: Kick off times
Bafana Bafana open their World Cup campaign on Thursday, while the Bulls contest for the URC title on Friday. Here are the kick off times.

Sport
‘It was like being in Cardiff – there were Welsh fans everywhere’
Wales faced Slovakia in their first match at Euro 2016 on 11 June – then Wales boss Chris Coleman relives that day in Bordeaux a decade ago.

Sport
Arsenal in hunt for Williams – Thursday’s gossip
Arsenal in the hunt for Nico Williams, Juventus open talks with Aston Villa over deal for Emiliano Martinez, Paris St-Germain chase Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise.

Sport
Fifa and global players’ union agree landmark deal
Players will have a seat at football’s decision-making table following a landmark deal between world governing body Fifa and global players’ union Fifpro.
Education
Sudan: Unicef – All Sudanese Students Must Have Equal Opportunity to Sit National Exams Wherever They Are
[Unicef] Nairobi — Statement by UNICEF Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa Etleva Kadilli
Education
Zimbabwe: Seven Children Die in Gweru Kombi Fire
[263Chat] Seven children have died after a commuter omnibus carrying pupils from Matongo Primary School caught fire in Gweru on Wednesday afternoon, police have said.

Education
Children hit by parents more likely to bully others, research finds
The UCL study also found physically punished children were more likely to struggle in school
Children smacked by their parents struggle to get good exam results and are more likely to bully others, causing a negative impact on society, according to new research calling for smacking to be banned.
The study by University College London (UCL) found that children in England who were physically...
Education
University of Florida Chooses Stuart Bell for President Over Some Conservative Criticism
The nominee, Stuart Bell, led the University of Alabama for a decade, where he embraced diversity initiatives but also Donald J. Trump.
Lifestyle
[WATCH] Livid Mel Viljoen storms off after being called a ‘shoplifter’
Mel Viljoen was left seeing red after being questioned over reports she and husband Peet had stolen items from a US supermarket.
Lifestyle
Bafana vs Mexico: Internet famous cat predicts winner [video]
Social media animal oracle, Nimbus the cat, has revealed its prediction for the FIFA World Cup opening match between Bafana and Mexico.
Lifestyle
Naledi Aphiwe reflects on mother’s memories after gravesite visit
Musician, Naledi Aphiwe, took to Instagram and reflected on her mother’s memories after her gravesite visit on Monday,
Lifestyle
Inquest into death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske
An inquest into the death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske is underway. Here’s what police have revealed…

Entertainment
Tshwane runs out of cash as 67 sinkholes swallow Centurion
Deputy mayor says categorisation is a problem and burst pipe may kill, while province fixes only four of thousands of sinkholes.

Entertainment
MEC calls for united action against GBVF and child abuse in Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape government says violence against women and children remains a crisis requiring urgent intervention.

Entertainment
Can Bafana Bafana give us another Tshabalala moment?
We need success – even fleeting, as was Tshabalala’s mercurial flash in the pan in 2010.

Entertainment
Three Mexico players who could be key against Bafana
A fine goalscorer, a dazzling attacking midfielder and a strong central defender could all shine at the Azteca.

Science/Tech
UK Financial Ltd Announces LTNS 1 on CATEX Exchange with Verified ERC-3643 Security Token Infrastructure
DOVER, DELAWARE – UK Financial Ltd, creator of The Maya Preferred Project and Maya Preferred PRA, today announced LTNS 1 on CATEX Exchange as part of the continued expansion of the Maya Preferred PRA ecosystem and the company’s broader real-world asset tokenization strategy. The announcement follows the recent update of Maya Preferred PRA and comes […]

Science/Tech
EverForward Trading Strengthens Focus on Data-Driven Research and Global Market Intelligence
Las Vegas, NV – As global financial markets become increasingly interconnected and technology-driven, EverForward Trading continues to expand its commitment to data-driven research, quantitative analysis, and global market intelligence to better understand evolving investment opportunities across international markets. The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and...
Science/Tech
Microsoft C.E.O. Satya Nadella Says ‘Everyone Is a Stakeholder’ in A.I.
At The New York Times’s Hard Fork Live event, Mr. Nadella addressed the backlash against artificial intelligence and President Trump’s comments about Americans sharing in the wealth of A.I. companies
Science/Tech
Solar Beats Coal In the US For the First Month Ever
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Electrek: Solar generated more U.S. electricity than coal for the first month on record in May 2026, according to new analysis from global energy think tank Ember. Solar supplied 12.8% of U.S. electricity during the month, while coal dropped to 12.2%. That’s a dramatic shift in the U.S. power mix. Just five years ago, coal generated 19.7% of U.S....
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Motoring
BMW widens M2’s traction wheelprint by adding all-wheel drive
M2 xDrive has been approved for South Africa from the fourth quarter of the year.
Health
Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Seniors Access to Special Care, Analysis Shows
Two reports by U.S. investigators reveal how Medicare Advantage is quick to reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient rehab services.
Health
‘Clumsy Diplomacy’: Inside the U.S.-Kenya Feud Over an Ebola Camp
Hundreds of Kenyans have marched through the streets to oppose a quarantine facility that would be reserved exclusively for American patients.

Health
Author on benefits of investing in children’s mental health
Dr Monique Lynch-Jonah has launched the Healthy Minds Kids Series. The collection of picture books aims to help children aged seven to 12 develop emotional wellbeing, confidence, resilience, and positive mental health from an early age.

Health
Advanced radiotherapy for prostate cancer to cut sessions from 20 to five
Some men in England with the disease will now be offered an advanced form of treatment on the NHS.