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Joshua flies back to UK for funerals after crash
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua flies back to the UK following a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.
SATURDAY, 03 JANUARY 2026, 15:08

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Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua flies back to the UK following a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.

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The PM has not spoken to US President Donald Trump about the US seizure of President Nicolas Maduro.

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At times during England’s Ashes defeat in Australia it has looked like Ben Stokes is a lion leading lambs and his team-mates must step up, writes chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.

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The ANC said that the DA is falsely claiming credit for work that the ANC has laid the foundations for in agriculture and home affairs.

South Africa
The deceased was found with multiple stab wounds to his chest.

South Africa
The deceased was found with multiple stab wounds to his chest.

South Africa
Insurance companies are using tracking data, bank statements, and witness reports to reject claims.

South Africa
Ramathuba said Magadzi connected the marginalized to the government

World
The peace-loving pachyderm and lager promoter was an icon of successful conservation, say officials.

World
Visitors of the Mitsumine Shrine spent the night there after roads around it were shut off.

World
Multiple explosions and fires are being reported around Caracas. It is not immediately clear what is the cause of the blasts. The explosions began at around 2 am local time.

World
No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire, with the cause still under investigation.

Africa
From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.

Africa
The two states say they are taking reciprocal measures after the US announced full-entry restrictions on their citizens.

Africa
A task force is trying to save seabirds from getting caught and killed in fishing boat nets.

Africa
Manchester City are close to agreeing terms with Bournemouth to sign Antoine Semenyo for £65m, but Andoni Iraola insists the forward has “definitely not” played his last game for the Cherries.

Business
An expert warns that South Africa is heading for disaster if urgent action is not taken to rescue its ailing industrial sector.

Business
Premier’s acquisition of RFG has received the backing of Anchor Capital’s Sean Culverwell, with Premier set to see and earnings improvements.

Business
As the temperature drops, here are some tips to help save money on your energy bills.

Business
Two pet food banks speak about helping pet owners struggling to feed their animals.

Politics
The Presidential Climate Commissioners (PCC) will serve for the 2026–2030 tenure.

Politics
Minister Willie Aucamp has alleged that George possibly abused state resources.

Politics
Former Transport Deputy Minister Dikeledi Magadzi died on Sunday at the age of 70.

Politics
Nyhontso says the PAC is ready to contest fully in the upcoming elections.

Sport
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has promised to show “no mercy” to his former side Cameroon in the AFCON Last 16 on Sunday.

Sport
IPL side Kolkata Knight Riders release Bangladesh bowler Mustafizur Rahman after being instructed to do so by the Board of Control for Cricket in India.

Sport
Ski Sunday presenter Ed Leigh on the changes in women’s sport, climate and technology during 20 years with the iconic BBC Sport programme.

Sport
BBC Sport explores how young footballers build bonds with second families when they leave home to sign for a new club on their path to the top.

Education
Prof Shitij Kapur says there are too many graduates and degree is now just a ‘visa’ to enter professional world
The UK now has a “surfeit” of graduates and students must accept that a university degree is no longer a “passport to social mobility”, a leading vice-chancellor has argued.
Prof Shitij Kapur, the head of King’s College London, said the days when universities could promise that...
Education
A student-organized “tech fast” at St. John’s College thrust young people headfirst into a world of chalkboard-based communication. (On that note: Has anyone seen Eliza?)
Education
[Nyasa Times] In a major push to strengthen early childhood education in Malawi, Youth Health Network (YHN) has trained more than 300 private Early Childhood Development (ECD) caregivers in Lilongwe, aiming to close long-standing capacity gaps and professionalise childcare services across the sector.

Education
Free prescriptions and eye tests ought to help these young adults stay healthy. They also signal the state’s ongoing role
The outcomes for children who grow up in care are shocking. A vital part of the welfare state, which exists to promote the safety and wellbeing of highly vulnerable young people, is falling short in health, education and employment terms. They have a 62% higher chance of...

Lifestyle
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa was a picture of regal elegance at her uncle’s Mozambique wedding.

Lifestyle
Pop sensation Tyla has broken a 56-year-old record previously held by the late Miriam Makeba on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Lifestyle
Queen Camilla revealed that she was attacked by a man as a teenager while she was on a train. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Here’s the latest on SASSA Child Support Grants in January 2026, including payment dates and proposed increases and amendments …

Entertainment
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has also ordered the deployment of military forces to the Venezuelan border.

Entertainment
Complaints of abuse began to surface at X after the ‘edit image’ button was rolled out on Grok in late December.

Entertainment
For the day, Pretoria can expect a minimum temperature of 15°C and a maximum of 31°C.

Entertainment
ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has praised the ‘wisdom’ the Freedom Charter as he congratulated new New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Science/Tech
A small section of the International Space Station that has experienced persistent leaks for years appears to have stopped venting atmosphere into space. ArsTechnica: The leaks were caused by microscopic structural cracks inside the small PrK module on the Russian segment of the space station, which lies between a Progress spacecraft airlock and the Zvezda module. The problem has been a...

Science/Tech
It’s called Handy, and it uses AI models to accurately convert your speaking voice into text—all for free.

Science/Tech
It’s easier than ever to order your own blood draws, but direct-access testing won’t replace a doctor.

Science/Tech
You have more access to your phone’s file system than you may think.
Motoring
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Motoring
There are 17 different car brands that offer a double-cab bakkie in South Africa.

Motoring
If you are encountering a massively increased Uber trip price, you are unfortunate to be requesting an Uber during a period of peak demand.
Health
Many shots seem to have “off-target” benefits, such as lowering the risk of dementia, studies have found.

Health
From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running.
Health
As enhanced subsidies expire, many Americans covered under the Affordable Care Act are having trouble paying for insurance.
Health
Brenna Henn had a long-term grant to study the genetic diversity of Africans and people of African descent. Then her N.I.H. funding was cut.