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To stay or risk the ‘Road of Death’ – Ukrainian civilians trapped in frontline city
People in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky say they have been cut off from fresh supplies of food or medicine for months.
WEDNESDAY, 06 MAY 2026, 07:05

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People in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky say they have been cut off from fresh supplies of food or medicine for months.

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Rain traditionally is a symbol of hope, restoration, and renewal.

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Financial experts say you need between three to six months’ salary in your emergency fund which will serve as a safety net in future.

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At just 19, Kamogelo Makoma Jaydrean Mokoti, affectionately known as JayJayy, is one of amapiano’s rising stars who is making the block hot right now.

South Africa
Two Home Affairs officials have been arrested for allegedly issuing ID’s to foreigners in MP

South Africa
Spokesperson Isaac Mangena says a case of murder has been opened and the suspects are still at large

South Africa
Disaster officials are on standby for flash flooding, mudslides and rapidly rising rivers.

South Africa
A level eight warning of destructive rain has been issued for Wednesday.

World
He spent much of the race criticising the state’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic led by the Democrat nominee.

World
Analysts say the daughter of North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un is not just growing up – she’s being styled for succession.

World
Mamata Banerjee loses West Bengal state, throwing her party – and political future – into doubt.

World
He was saved by a Jersey family after escaping a Nazi labour camp, but after the war he disappeared in the Soviet Union.

Africa
DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.

Africa
Sudan’s foreign minister says Ethiopia and UAE has chosen the “wrong path” and would regret it.

Africa
Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.

Africa
Malawi’s rollout of a digital tax platform has triggered widespread business protests, with traders arguing that economic pressures and foreign exchange shortages were ignored during consultations

Business
South Africa’s new vehicle market achieved its strongest performance in April in 13 years.

Business
Workers in southern Scotland can find themselves paying more tax than colleagues who live south of the border.

Business
India Lerigo makes her own dog food and batch cooks a month’s worth of meals over a weekend to save money.
Business

Politics
Fadiel Adams faces charges of fraud and defeating and or obstruction the course of justice.

Politics
Hawks Major-General Hendrik Flynn, on Tuesday testified before the Madlanga Commission.

Politics
Delegates will gather at the Olive Convention Centre in Durban to elect its new leadership.

Politics
Mabe has since stepped-aside from the ANC NEC in keeping with the party’s step-aside resolution.

Sport
The UK government says it is in “discussions about supporting potential bids” to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.

Sport
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have “created history together” and praises the atmosphere and energy of the Emirates Stadium crowd, as Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 on aggregate to reach their first Champions League final in 20 years.

Sport
Watch Chris Kane’s goal in Dunfermline Athletic’s 1-0 Scottish Premiership play-off quarter-final first-leg win against Arbroath.

Sport
Napoli will turn Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund’s loan into a permanent move, West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville is being monitored by a number of clubs and Chelsea consider appointing Xavi Hernandez as their next manager.
Education
[UN News] Civilians who have fled the war in Sudan and sought shelter in neighbouring Egypt could potentially face a new battle – the loss of critical services that ensure their survival, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, has warned.
Education
[Namibian] My educational journey has never been a straight path.
Education
[Namibian] The University of Namibia has recorded a 747% increase in student enrolment since 1992, with its student population rising from 3 639 to 30 836, president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has revealed.

Education
Researchers say findings are not reason to shy away from restrictions as MPs consider ban in England’s schools
Strict bans on mobile phones in schools have “close to zero” impact on student learning and show no evidence of improvements in attendance or online bullying, a study has found.
Researchers at US universities including Stanford and Duke looked at nearly 1,800 US schools where...

Lifestyle
Former cricketer WAG Sue Duminy – the ex-wife of JP Duminy – has shown off more pics of her AfrikaBurn engagement…

Lifestyle
Who is Mpumalanga businessman Gabriel Batista, whose remains are believed to have been found inside the belly of a crocodile?

Lifestyle
Grammy award-winning superstar Beyoncé Knowles-Carter sparked pregnancy rumours at the 2026 Met Gala in New York.

Lifestyle
Musa Khawula – currently on the run – is facing jail over being found guilty of contempt of court after failing to apologise to Julius Malema.

Entertainment
Khawula has previously said on social media that Malema would get no apology from him.

Entertainment
Board failed to appoint permanent CEO within six months, leaving Seta without executive leadership after acting CEO contract expired March.

Entertainment
Merafong and Kaalfontein residents risk disease as no government department takes responsibility or funds removal of banned asbestos roofing materials.

Entertainment
Reginald Maimela tried jump-starting a Toyota SUV from his bike then gave the driver a lift for battery replacement.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from CNBC: OpenAI President Greg Brockman concluded his testimony on Tuesday, where he largely rebutted Elon Musk’s account of the early years of the startup and negotiations that occurred at the company. Brockman testified that he never made any commitments to Musk about the company’s corporate structure, and he never heard anyone else make them. He...
Science/Tech
Claims from last year said the tech firm’s advertising of Apple Intelligence fooled iPhone buyers.

Science/Tech
OpenAI’s president wrapped his testimony on Tuesday by revealing a fiery meeting with Musk and subsequent efforts to remove several board members.
Science/Tech
Apple has agreed to a proposed $250 million settlement over claims that it misled iPhone buyers about the availability of Apple Intelligence and its upgraded Siri features. The settlement would cover U.S. buyers of the iPhone 16 lineup and iPhone 15 Pro models between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025. The Verge reports: The settlement will resolve a 2025 lawsuit, alleging Apple’s...

Motoring
The government made an error in its diesel price calculation for May 2026, and motorists can expect to pay less than previously reported.
Motoring

Motoring
There are only two rear-wheel drive coupés under R1 million on sale in South Africa.
Motoring
Health
Since the family of rodent-borne infections were identified in the 1950s, they have turned up all over the world.
Health
The agency’s scientists and data contractors reviewed millions of patient records for studies that were pulled back before release.

Health
Dr Punam joins us to discuss the red flags to look out for in your health.

Health
While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread.