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Police and crime commissioners to be scrapped in England and Wales
The government says it will save £100m over this Parliament and less than 20% of voters can name their PCC.
THURSDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2025, 14:25

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The government says it will save £100m over this Parliament and less than 20% of voters can name their PCC.

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Uncapped Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is left out of the 23-man England squad for Thursday’s World Cup qualifier against Serbia at Wembley.

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Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harbouring fighters after deadly border clashes and recent suicide bombing attacks.

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Chris O’Shea, the boss of Centrica, which owns British Gas, says the energy transition is correct, but worries over the impact on jobs.
South Africa
A woman was killed when the bus she was travelling in was shot at on the R61 between Ngcobo and Cofimvaba in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday afternoon.
South Africa
Mashatile calls for stronger public-private collaboration for inclusive growth
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has urged stronger coordination between government, business, and civil society to unlock inclusive and sustainable economic growth across the Garden Route and beyond.
Delivering a virtual address at the Garden Route Economic Coordination Roundtable Dialogue on Thursday,...

South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi briefs the media.

South Africa
Cedrick Nkabinde says he was a very close friend to KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

World
Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.

World
Iran is suffering its worst drought in decades, brought on by lack of rain, government mismanagement and crumbling infrastructure. The government warns it may have to evacuate its capital, Tehran.
World
A US jury in the first civil trial over a fatal Boeing 737 MAX crash determined that the aircraft manufacturing giant owes $28.45 million to the family of a newly-wed Indian victim.
World
US President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the longest government shutdown in US history.

Africa
Russian recruitment networks are targeting Kenyans with fake job offers, authorities say.

Africa
Bol Mel, who is sanctioned by the US for alleged corruption, had been tipped as Kiir’s successor.

Africa
Trump said it was a “total disgrace” that South Africa was hosting this month’s summit.

Africa
The confrontation struck a chord with many Nigerians because of Nyesom Wike’s political stature.

Business
Cell C wants to raise R6.5 billion through the sales of its shares ahead of its planned listing on the JSE.

Business
OUTsurance’s recent ‘Client Savings’ commercials goes beyond creative storytelling — it reinforces the company’s core promise: to go out of our way to deliver real savings and exceptional service to real South Africans.
Business

Business
South African digital banking giant TymeBank, backed by billionaire Patrice Motsepe, is transitioning from a local finance group into a global institution, with its founders and early leaders heading the ambitious new era.

Politics
Mkhwanazi is at the centre of allegations of infiltration of criminal syndicates within the metro.

Politics
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into criminality, political interference and corruption.

Politics
Parliament’s Ad Hoc committee hears testimony from Cedrick Nkabinde.

Politics
Most of those who are part of the Government of National Unity have commended the statement.

Sport
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn says reports of a deal being agreed for a fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul have ‘jumped the gun’ but did admit there is a chance the two boxers could meet in the ring before the end of the year.

Sport
With eight weeks of the NFL regular season remaining, it is time to decide who are contenders and pretenders in the race to qualify for this season’s play-offs.

Sport
Rassie Erasmus has significantly revamped the Springbok line up with some bold selections for this Saturday’s Test against Italy.

Sport
The allegations relate to Billy Watts, who worked at the club’s Cliff training ground in the 1980s.
Education
[This Day] UAC of Nigeria Plc has successfully concluded the 2025 edition of its Annual Book Donation Drive, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to Early Childhood Education.
Education
[This Day] Three top finalists have emerged for the final event to be held at the Mike Adenug Globacom’s “Glo Innov8” National STEM competition for girls in Senior Secondary Schools across the country.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] ABOUT one thousand students from tertiary and second-cycle institutions in the Volta Region have completed a sensitisation workshop on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Protocols, where they were educated on the values, vision, and future prospects of ECOWAS.
Education
[Leadership] In an era where public infrastructure faces mounting safety concerns, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is redefining how Nigeria protects its most valuable assets, its students, campuses, and learning facilities.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
An X post by the Institute o Race Relations (IRR) has received backlash. Here’s what they said about the Springbok star…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
From stargazing to fossils, discover the top things to do in the Karoo, South Africa’s ultimate bucket-list destination.
Entertainment
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Science/Tech
Shopping for tiny people is intimidating. Good news: We did it for you.

Science/Tech
CareerJunction’s Q3:2025 Employment Insights report shows that hiring activity in the IT sector has continued to decline.
Science/Tech
Craving an art fix but don’t know where to start? These new art influencers can help newbies and players navigate openings, events and listings.

Science/Tech
The ZAR Supercoin stablecoin is “purpose-built” for South Africa and is backed by the same company that owns Betway.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
GWM gives SUV “fresh energy” by virtue of various styling and tech upgrades.
Motoring

Health
At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.
Health
She studied the impact of noise on health and classroom learning and helped impose stricter regulations in New York City.

Health
The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday’s strike by resident doctors.

Health
Psychologist Kimberley Wilson explains why it can be a more peaceful way to live.
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.