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Businesses remain vigilant ahead of June 30

Today at 07:31 AM, via SowetanLIVE

Businesses have told Business Times that they expect to continue operating without considerable disruptions on Tuesday, but remain vigilant.

South Africa

Tshwane Metro Police warn of road closures ahead on 30 June

Today at 07:00 AM, via SAnews

Tshwane Metro Police warn of road closures ahead on 30 June

The Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department (TMPD) has issued a traffic advisory ahead of a planned march on 30 June 2026, warning motorists of road closures and traffic disruptions in Pretoria’s city centre.

According to the media alert, the march is being held to protest against undocumented foreign nationals.

Participants...

Sport

Egypt through but late drama denies Iran guaranteed last 32 spot

Today at 08:29 AM, via BBC News

Iran have a goal ruled out for offside and hit the crossbar in the final moments of a thrilling 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle, leaving them hoping to secure qualification to the FIFA World Cup knockout stages by being one of the top eight third-placed teams.

Education

‘Basically you’re trapped’: UK postgraduates burdened with double loan debt

Today at 08:00 AM, via The Guardian

Calls for reform to student loan system as those studying for a master’s can be left with ‘a life tax’

Whether to pursue a master’s degree was not really a choice for Francesca Peters. Fresh from an undergraduate degree in biochemistry in 2020, she had set her sights on securing her dream job. There was a catch, however. The only route into her chosen field was further study – and more...

Science/Tech

Astronomers Find Biggest Super-Puff Planets Yet That Are Lighter Than Cotton Candy

Today at 07:00 AM, via Slashdot

Astronomers have discovered two Jupiter-sized exoplanets with densities lower than cotton candy, making them the lightest known worlds of their size. The rare “super-puffs,” located about 1,110 light-years away, are likely composed mostly of hydrogen and helium, with follow-up observations by the James Webb Space Telescope expected to probe their atmospheres. The Associated Press reports:...

Science/Tech

US Government Allows Anthropic Limited Release of ‘Mythos’ AI Model, Saying ‘Appropriate Safeguards are in Place”

Today at 04:09 AM, via Slashdot

“The US government has allowed Anthropic to release its powerful Mythos AI model to select companies and organizations,” reports CNN, “revising license requirements after ordering an export block earlier this month in the wake of national security fears.”Since the export ban earlier in June, “Anthropic has worked with the US government to address risks associated with the Covered Models,”...