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James Watson: Controversial discoverer of ‘the secret of life’
James Watson, the godfather of DNA who discovered the “secrets of life” has died aged 97.
FRIDAY, 07 NOVEMBER 2025, 22:36

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James Watson, the godfather of DNA who discovered the “secrets of life” has died aged 97.

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US has rolled back sanctions that could complicate Syria’s efforts to rebuild following years of devastating civil war.

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Mo Amer built a career turning identity into comedy, but as politics intensify, can humour still cut through?

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The UK’s National Crime Agency says suspect was a former soldier who was arrested on Thursday by specialist officers.

South Africa
Five victims of drive-by shooting in Reiger Park will be laid to rest this weekend.

South Africa
The department is also conducting an inspection of pothole repairs to a provincial road, P552.

South Africa
Dr Motsoaledi says the US is not willing to sign in agreement with other G20 countries.

South Africa
Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to hit parts of Gauteng from Friday afternoon until Saturday
World
United States President Donald Trump has said he expects a US-coordinated international stabilisation force to be on the ground in Gaza “very soon” as part of his post-war plan for the enclave, which is still suffering a full-blown humanitarian crisis amid continued Israeli bombing.
World
Pirates boarded the Hellas Aphrodite, a Malta-flagged vessel carrying gasoline, as it was headed from India to South Africa. The EU’s naval force said one of its vessels was near the incident and closing in.

World
Indonesian authorities said they have identified a 17-year-old boy as the suspected perpetrator of an attack that shook a mosque at a high school during Friday prayers in Jakarta.
World
North Korea fired at least one ballistic missile, Seoul’s military said, around a week after US President Donald Trump approved South Korea’s plan to build a nuclear-powered submarine.

Africa
The warlord remains at large but victims hope the ICC charges will renew efforts to capture him.

Africa
The blockade, imposed by jihadists, has upended daily life in the landlocked nation.

Africa
The reported strikes come as the military-led government says it would be wary of agreeing to a ceasefire.

Africa
Some Kenyans have reportedly been killed, injured and others detained by Tanzanian security officers.
Business

Business
Martin Lewis explains Help to Save, which is open to some people on universal credit.
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Business
A Chinese car giant has doubled down on its plans to establish a vehicle assembly plant in South Africa.

Politics
Spokesperson of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu claims political agenda to smear Mchunu’s reputation

Politics
Chief Mapiyeye has been testifying before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Politics
The Commission has adjourned and will resume of Monday.

Politics
EMPD Chief Jabulani Mapiyeye is testifying before the Madlanga Commission.

Sport
Lando Norris takes pole position for the sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix with McLaren team-mate and title rival Oscar Piastri in third.

Sport
Can Scotland end “one of sport’s greatest hoodoos” and finally beat New Zealand, asks Tom English.

Sport
Police Scotland issue an appeal for witnesses to come forward after a steward and two officers were assaulted at Celtic Park.

Sport
Former Kaizer Chiefs coach Gavin Hunt believes Amakhosi have a more competitive squad this term but are missing one key ingredient.

Education
Student, national and local groups across US organized day of action to condemn Trump’s assault on academic freedom
Students, faculty and staff at more than 100 campuses across the US rallied against the Trump administration’s assault on higher education on Friday – the first in a planned series of nationwide, coordinated protests that organizers hope will culminate in large-scale students...
Education
The Ivy League university had warned of layoffs after the Trump administration stripped it of funds this year. The cuts were among the deepest in higher education.
Education
In May 1970, National Guard troops clashed with students at Kent State University in Ohio. Four students were killed, and nine were injured.
Education
A photo of him lying on the ground and bleeding made the cover of Life magazine after the 1970 shooting.

Lifestyle
Race representation has become a sore point again amongst rugby fans after the Springboks revealed their squad to face France.

Lifestyle
Why are the Springboks ditching green and gold to wear white against France – and on the 100th test cap milestone for captain Siya Kolisi?
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Science/Tech
You could save hundreds on Razer’s sleek gaming laptop with an OLED upgrade.

Science/Tech
Nobel prize winner shaped medicine, crimefighting and genealogy but later years marred by racist remarks
James D Watson, whose co-discovery of the twisted-ladder structure of DNA in 1953 helped light the long fuse on a revolution in medicine, crimefighting, genealogy and ethics, has died, according to his former research lab. He was 97.
The breakthrough – made when the brash, Chicago-born...
Science/Tech
NextGov: The IRS has notified states that offered the free, government tax filing service known as Direct File in 2025 that the program won’t be available next filing season. In an email sent from the IRS to 25 states, the tax agency thanked them for collaborating and noted that “no launch date has been set for the future.” “IRS Direct File will not be available in Filing Season 2026,” says the...

Science/Tech
All-Clad cookware is the best you can buy—and it has a price tag to match. This sale will stretch your dollars, but it ends soon.

Motoring
In his first five premier class seasons, Red Bull KTM star has never finished lower than 11th.
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Motoring
Going on-sale next year in Europe, the Twingo is not expected to return to South Africa at any stage.

Health
Hannah says the rugby star’s podcast helped with her mental health and inspired her to take up the sport.
Health
Even those opposed to President Trump were encouraged by his announcement of a discount on I.V.F. drugs, a policy that followed months of complex negotiations.

Health
Dr Mark Watson is suspended for licking beer from a younger colleague’s cleavage.

Health
Rules about administering drugs such as Botox and Mounjaro have not kept up, says Wales’ regulator.
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.