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What’s behind Pakistan’s latest crackdown on religious party TLP?
The far-right group, long known for blasphemy protests, is at risk of being banned by the Punjab government.
FRIDAY, 17 OCTOBER 2025, 07:01
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The far-right group, long known for blasphemy protests, is at risk of being banned by the Punjab government.
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Kanchha Sherpa helped Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary summit Everest in 1953.
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With a large lead in voter polls, Zohran Mamdani fended off attacks from Andrew Como over Gaza, policing and his resume.
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The rollout can serve as a “case study” for how a wider scheme for all Britons will work, minister says.
South Africa
Shack fires erupted overnight in various informal settlements in parts of Cape Town.
South Africa
Accused on in the Meyiwa trial says he was not acquainted with the witness at the time of the murder
South Africa
City Power has found CEO recused herself in the hiring of individuals, where necessary
South Africa
Back in early 2020, Eddie Kasambala was your classic wide-eyed first-year at the University of Pretoria, plotting dorm parties, buddy lists, and that hazy post-grad glow-up. Then COVID-19 slammed the brakes. Lectures flipped to glitchy laptop feeds, social scenes ghosted into oblivion, and Eddie’s shiny adulthood roadmap? Crumpled like a bad napkin sketch. “Am I […]
World
The Trump-Putin phone call came a day before Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky visits the White House.
World
At least 27 people have been killed in US strikes on alleged “narco-boats” in the Caribbean.
World
Seven people have died since April this year – the highest number since figures started being recorded in 2006, officials say.
World
It is part of a new drive for the 27-member European Union to be ready for conflict by 2030.
Africa
Thousands of mourners fill the streets of Nairobi from the airport to the Kasarani Stadium to pay their respects.
Africa
Patrick Herminie says he will stop further development of the Qatar-backed Assumption Island resort.
Africa
Joseph Kabila appears in Kenya with other opposition leaders two weeks after being sentenced to death.
Africa
Raila Odinga was one of Kenya’s most influential political figures despite five unsuccessful presidential bids.
Business
Eskom has significantly increased electricity prices over the last decade, with the average residential price rising from R1.08 per kWh in 2016 to R2.53 in 2025.
Business
Typically a shopping event that begins on 11 November – Singles Day has kicked off earlier this year.
Business
Companies are offering tech they say can accurately test the health of batteries in used EVs.
Business
Young adults are drinking less, so the likes of Nick Mackenzie are having to expand the appeal of pubs.
Politics
So far 325 submissions have been made to the committee.
Politics
Mathe says the visit is part of ongoing investigations being discussed before the commission
Politics
Ad Hoc Committee evidence leader Norman Arendse pressed Mchunu on disbandment of the PKTT.
Politics
The joint committee’s fact-finding visit ended with presentations by officials manning the border.
Sport
Master and student will meet in a battle of managers on Saturday when Mark Hughes’ Carlisle United host Robbie Savage’s Forest Green Rovers.
Sport
Jody Cundy wins his 22nd world track gold medal with victory in the 1km time trial at the Para-Cycling World Championships in Rio de Janeiro.
Sport
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes interests Bayern Munich, Liverpool eye Nico Schlotterbeck and Nico Williams, while Barcelona weigh up move for Dusan Vlahovic
Sport
Ospreys and Wales back-row Ross Moriarty says his two years at Brive reignited his passion for the game.
Education
Penn is the third school to say no to the Trump administration’s offer of federal funding preferences in exchange for complying with certain requirements, such as protecting conservative voices.
Education
The Trump administration argued that the school system is violating civil rights laws because of policies on transgender and nonbinary students.
Education
[ANGOP] Luanda — The Head of State João Lourenço announced on Wednesday the implementation of a social education program with a municipal impact, as well as the construction and rehabilitation of primary schools throughout the country.
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — Over 600 students from the College of Business and Management Sciences at Makerere University will, starting Thursday, showcase 300 different innovations with a spotlight on the coffee sector. The innovations have the potential to be scaled into companies and business enterprises, event organisers have said.
Lifestyle
South African singer Tyla has been accused by an American rapper of stealing the concept for a new song titled ‘Chanel.’
Lifestyle
Ace Frehley, the pioneering guitarist and co-founder of the legendary rock band Kiss, has died at the age of 74 following a fall at his home.
Lifestyle
DJ Black Coffee has addressed social media commentary about his high-profile divorce from ex-wife, Enhle Mbali…
Lifestyle
South African woman Thelma Rina Armstrong was killed during a church service in another US mass shooting incident.
Entertainment
Actress Candida Mosoma has been setting the West End stage alight in London. She’s also turned her attention to children’s books.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
‘Wild Hope: Rhino Ops’ highlights both the urgency of rhino protection and the hope that comes from community-driven action.
Science/Tech
The Solana price continues to dip even as rumors about upcoming SOL ETFs heat up. Crypto traders seem confused—how can one of the most promising blockchains drop while major institutional interest is supposedly around the corner? The answer might be simple: the market is rotating. Smart investors are already shifting their focus to early-stage utility […]
Science/Tech
Experts say this could be one of the most robust passive income models in the history of cryptocurrency investing. As the global economy enters a “new era of digital assets,” new wealth opportunities are emerging for long-term XRP (Ripple) holders. More and more investors are discovering that they no longer have to rely on price […]
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from The Guardian: I realize that, at this point, there are already far too many shows. Every channel, every streaming service is teeming with content demanding your attention, and there are simply too few hours in the day to watch them all. However, with that in mind, may I recommend a new show called Space Live? There’s only one episode. The only potential...
Science/Tech
Spotify has officially partnered with major record labels to create a “responsible AI” initiative aimed at developing generative music tools that supposedly benefit both artists and fans. While Spotify promises choice, transparency, and fair compensation, the vague announcement has many skeptics wondering if “responsible AI” is just another remix of old industry power plays set to a new...
Motoring
Jetour T1 is an urban lite off-roader and T2 a more rugged SUV for adventure seekers.
Motoring
Series of videos showcases the toughness of the SVI Stopgun V2.0 armouring package.
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Struggling to feel pleasure is a key marker of depression. But this distressing symptom can also occur on its own.
Health
Older players of pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the United States, are more vulnerable to eye injuries, some of which could lead to vision loss, researchers reported.
Health
More than 3,000 people in Britain have joined a lawsuit accusing the company of knowing that its baby powder contained carcinogenic fibers, including asbestos.
Health
A council hopes it will inspire physical activity, and “create learning and career opportunities”.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.