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England’s Ashes hopes are vanishing after they are overwhelmed by Australia amid more Snicko controversy on the second day of the third Test.

Players’ distrust of ‘Snicko’ grows as controversy continues with the dismissal of Jamie Smith in the Adelaide Ashes Test.

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The ANC says DJ Warras championed rule of law, using his platform to fight hijacking of buildings.

DJ Warras was gunned down in the Johannesburg CBD on Tuesday afternoon.

MMC Tshwaku says police have identified a woman as a person of interest in the murder of DJ Warras

Measures include fresh penalties for ‘those who spread hate’ as well as new powers to cancel or refuse visas.

The BBC goes to a secret Ukrainian factory, where they are manufacturing new long-range missiles.

Scientists have warned H5N1 bird flu could make a dangerous leap to humans, triggering a global health crisis.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah prepares for another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles other stars who never lifted the trophy.

The seven Kenyans had previously been denied working visas and will now be deported, South Africa says.

A plan for a brand new road that should boost trade comes at a cost to some farmers.

Victor Osimhen is described as a striker “on another level” by team-mate Frank Onyeka ahead of Nigeria’s bid to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Thursday, 18 December 2025.

South Africans planning to visit shopping malls are being warned about the risks of criminal activity.

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Patriotic Alliance MP Ashley Sauls attended the funeral of Witness D, Marius van der Merwe.

The Commission is probing criminality, political Interference, and corruption in the justice system

MKP member of the provincial legislature, Siphiwe Mbatha-Moyo blamed Boyce for the chaos.

Members who are implicated in wrongdoing continue to participate in the League’s activities: Rakosa

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Sir Chris Hoy opens up about his journey with terminal cancer and how the mental strength he honed as a six-time Olympic gold medallist is helping him inspire others.

The prices of football kits continue to rise – but how do the costs of an £85 Premier League shirt break down?

Dragons will do all they can to prevent star number eight Aaron Wainwright joining Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake leaving Wales.

Keir Starmer, announcing new strategy, says ‘toxic ideas are taking hold early and going unchallenged’

Children as young as 11 who demonstrate misogynistic behaviour will be taught the difference between pornography and real relationships, as part of a multimillion-pound investment to tackle misogyny in England’s schools, the Guardian understands.

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Mere days after being launched, the Identikidz child safety programme is already off to a successful start in Cape Town.

When the money dries up, the mashonisas come out to feed. Here’s how the National Credit Regular (NCR) says you can spot them …

Home affairs insists the raid operation was lawful and unrelated to diplomatic interference.

The six men accused are expected to appear in court on Thursday, 18 December 2025.

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 18 December 2025, in our simple morning fix update

Within the DA, Steenhuisen is seen to be drunk on power and using it to decide who comes in and out of Cabinet.

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Bitcoin’s most entrenched investors are still cashing out — and the pressure is starting to show.

Coursera will acquire rival Udemy in an all-stock deal, valuing the combined company at $2.5-billion.

Discover how to save on T-Mobile Business Internet and phone plans, from sign-up perks and switching rewards to bundled offers and free lines.

The Chinese government is ramping up its efforts to curb “excessive competition” in the local car industry.

Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery.

Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.

Complex presenter Kimberly Wilson speaks to Nina Higson-Sweeney about ways to manage OCD.