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Messi v Ronaldo: A rivalry that has dominated for two decades
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been at the top of the game for the past 20 years, BBC Sport looks at a rivalry that has shaped football.
FRIDAY, 05 JUNE 2026, 08:07
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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been at the top of the game for the past 20 years, BBC Sport looks at a rivalry that has shaped football.

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The former England manager has made a documentary looking at the issues affecting boys and young men.

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Russian incursions into UK defences risk crossing a line, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton tells the BBC.

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The prime minister’s future has been called into question following poor election results for Labour.

South Africa
Reliable sources at the SABC reveal that Shibiri’s dismissal followed a disciplinary hearing.

South Africa
Schools in the Eden and Central Karoo Education District in the Western Cape set reopen today.
South Africa
Launch of Lenacapavir a game-changer
It is often said that health is wealth and South Africa’s launch of the game changing Lenacapavir injectable today, Friday, 5 June 2026, provides a shot in the arm that will boost South Africa’s fight against HIV and AIDS.President Cyril Ramaphosa and Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, will launch the injectable at the Lilian Ngoyi...

South Africa
SANParks says more than 300 indigenous trees have been planted in Newlands Forest…

World
Xi will be in North Korea from 8-9 June, a rare visit to the isolated regime that is a longstanding ally of Beijing.

World
The insect, which has been found in America for the first time since 1966, is a growing concern in the southern US.

World
Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback – which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.

World
The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.

Africa
At the centre of it is London mining investor INIHC’s arbitration battle over the billion-dollar Black Volta gold project

Africa
The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

Africa
A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

Africa
With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

Business
A Cambridgeshire social enterprise is awarded £400,000 by the National Lottery to help it expand.

Business
Experts say cod has turned into “white gold” as the prices keeps going up.

Business
Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.

Business
The charity says it is facing “an exceptionally challenging trading environment”.

Politics
Last week, the Evidence leader indicated adverse findings against Mchunu.

Politics
Kenyan President William Ruto’s state visit highlights the tension shaping South Africa’s relations with the continent, along with other barriers to interregional trade

Politics
The uMkhonto weSizwe party says it will contest all municipal wards in the 2026 local elections.

Politics
South Africans had surrendered certain areas because of illegal immigrants, party secretary-general Sibonelo Nomvalo said

Sport
A first-time Grand Slam men’s champion will be crowned at the French Open. Who will cope best with the pressure that brings?

Sport
Some of the greats of the game debate the long-asked question: Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?

Sport
Orlando Pirates are set to bank R51.2 Million from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after supplying eight players to Bafana Bafana’s squad.

Sport
Colombian pop star Shakira will perform her official song for the 2026 World Cup at the competition’s opening ceremony in Mexico.
Education
Education
[Daily News] Dodoma — THE Tanzanian government has stepped up preventive measures and public education on Ebola, urging citizens to remain alert and report any suspected cases early to prevent potential spread of the disease in the country.
Education
[The Conversation Africa] Climate change is making southern Africa hotter. While much attention has focused on climate impacts like droughts, floods and food insecurity, another crisis is unfolding quietly inside classrooms. Research has shown that some schools are becoming dangerously hot places for children to develop, learn and play.

Education
Naomi Gleit has weathered many controversies at Meta, but remains in what she tells the BBC is her “dream job”.

Lifestyle
Rachel Kolisi has shared an update almost three weeks after undergoing a shoulder operation. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Tyla joins FIFA’s official World Cup 2026 album, featuring global music stars from across continents and genres.

Lifestyle
Mpho Maboi- the ex-wife of retired Bafana player Reneilwe ‘Yeye’ Letsholonyane – clapped back at speculation over their divorce.

Lifestyle
Meet Princess Zulu, the drop-dead gorgeous partner of the award-winning music sensation Okmalumkoolkat.

Entertainment
Professor resigns in protest as DA calls for heads to roll over appallingly high morbidity and mortality at academic hospital.

Entertainment
North West municipality loses fleet over disputed R4 million security debt to Vimtsire, halting service delivery until July allocation arrives.

Entertainment
The homogenous society has built itself into an almost self-sufficient, if not strictly speaking autonomous, community.

Entertainment
Volunteers clear weeds at East Rand Lifeline as new board tackles debt, zero mental health funding, and rising suicide crisis.

Science/Tech
Las Vegas, NV (PinionNewswire) — As financial markets become increasingly interconnected and influenced by vast amounts of data, investors are reevaluating how they make decisions and manage risk. Brian Ferdinand recently shared his thoughts on the growing importance of intelligent investing—a strategy that combines research, analytics, and disciplined execution to navigate today’s...

Science/Tech
Finding the Best hotel in Mykonos is not always about choosing the loudest address or the most photographed pool on the island. For many travelers, the real measure of luxury now comes down to how smoothly a stay feels from arrival to checkout. That is where Mileo Mykonos is building its name, especially for guests […]

Science/Tech
AI pioneer Anthropic wants verifiable brakes built before systems start improving faster than society can keep up.

Science/Tech
Ready to stream award-winning series, hit movies, and exclusive originals? Our comprehensive guide helps you find every active Starz coupon, free trial, and discount code to save big on your subscription this June 2026.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Researchers relied on a newer gene-editing technique that may make it possibl to engineer embryos, a prospect that has long alarmed bioethicists.

Health
The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase.

Health
Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.
Health
He mapped the herpes simplex virus genome, revealing how it invades cells. His work also helped lay the groundwork for potential vaccines and gene therapies.