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Nathan Lyon is left out of an Australia side for the first time in a home Test since 2012, while the hosts were also still without captain Pat Cummins for the second Ashes Test.

The disruption of the Senzo Meyiwa trial on Tuesday over an alleged plot by unknown people who, according to the police, have conspired to kill state officials in the case, is deeply worrying.

Orlando Pirates captain Nkosinathi Sibisi is determined to win the Carling Knockout final against Marumo Gallants, acknowledging the club’s past struggles in the competition since their last victory in 2011.

Magashula served South Africa with distinction in both private and public sectors.

Gender-based Violence (GBV) activist Cynthia Dinalane received a South African Heroes Award.

Hot weather hampering efforts to put out the fire Witzenberg side of the Matroosberg mountains.

Police say a 32-year-old man was fatally wounded while sitting in a car outside the court.

Minnesota boasts the largest population of Somalis in the U.S. — a community that’s recently faced attacks from President Trump. Here’s a brief history of how they came to settle there.

NATO foreign ministers met in Brussels. With no evident progress toward ending Russia’s war on Ukraine, European leaders in both NATO and the EU are redoubling efforts to provide military back-up.

Panahi’s latest film, It Was Just an Accident, won three Gotham Awards on Monday. The filmmaker has been imprisoned in Iran before — but continues to make movies.

Washington Post reporter Alex Horton talks about the Sept. 2 U.S. military strike on a boat with alleged “narco terrorists,” in which a second strike was ordered to kill two survivors in the water.

A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

His departure on health grounds coincides with a spate of mass abductions across the West African state.

Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

Its media agency flagged content linked to terrorism and LGBT issues, which are deemed extremist.

The Murdochs had a much-reported inheritance battle, but smoother transitions are possible.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has given her “full support” to a probe into a review of security processes around the lead-up to the Budget.

Claire Corker wants cultural change on road safety after her parents were killed by a speeding driver.

His testimony will be followed by that of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.

Judge Nkosinathi Chili has ruled in June that the court can’t stop a prosecution

DA opened a fraud case against Tshwane’s Deputy Mayor and MMC for Finance Eugene Modise.

Julius Mkhwanazi and Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s relationship under the spotlight at the Commission.

Ben Duckett is out first ball in the first over off the bowling of Mitchell Starc as England fall to 5-1 in their first innings of the second Ashes Test against Australia in Brisbane.

Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Shay Given look at Leeds boss Daniel Farke “stumbled” on a new system and how it worked in their favour in their 3-1 win over Chelsea.

Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy is impressed with the strength and depth of the Arsenal squad as the changes they made, particularly down the right side, paid off against Brentford.

Match of the Day pundit Shay Given praises Ollie Watkins’ work ethic for Aston Villa as the striker scores twice in their 4-3 win over Brighton.

Rachel Kolisi reunited with a Springbok WAG, despite allegedly falling out with another over rumours of her ex, Siya Kolisi’s new romance…

Springbok Eben Etzebeth is awaiting his fate and a possible ban after a disciplinary hearing. Take a look back at more fierce fights…

22-year-old Lungile Siyaphi, a Wits University construction studies student and the 46th title holder for Miss Soweto, having taken her crown on Saturday.

The Lions need to win three of their four Challenge Cup pool games to secure a home playoff in the competition.

The Boks finished the year with 13 wins from 15 matches and the world number one ranking.

Unisa accuses a former student of violating a court order by publishing fresh corruption claims against vice-chancellor Puleng LenkaBula.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus unites the nation with a Christmas Day walk, showing the power of sport to heal and inspire.

Adapt IT Telecoms on how thousand-plus customer data points are reshaping engagement, operations and growth.

With the right geospatial intelligence, retailers can build systems that support exceptional customer experience.

Top software firms don’t optimise the “happy path”; they engineer the exceptions, where real-world complexity happens, says BBD.

Toyota’s first electric Hilux is going to be a tough sell.

The Department of Transport’s acting director general has given an update on the possibility of increasing South Africa’s driving licence validity period.

Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.

Sam Tucker says “opportunities were missed” when her daughter Holly, 6, was diagnosed with a tumour.