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About 100 people missed their flights because of border control queues at Milan’s Linate airport.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has not been accredited to attend the upcoming meeting of the G20 finance chiefs in Washington, deepening a rift with the US.

Amakhosi celebrate rare win on the bounce and move to third spot

South Africa is mourning the loss of celebrated songwriter and performer Melvyn Matthews

Police operations across Cape Town and Pretoria have led to multiple drug-related arrests

A Kranskop woman says her life is a nightmare after her husband died in Russia

This after a prominent pastor allegedly raped a 13-year-old girl from the community.

The world waits for Trump’s verdict after the talks failed to yield a deal, writes the BBC’s Lyse Doucet.

Over eight million Hungarians are eligible to vote in elections that could topple Viktor Orban, a European ally of President Trump.

The U.S and Iran did not reach an agreement to end the war in Iran at a high-level meeting on Saturday.

The star spent much of the gig singing along to YouTube videos of early hits like Baby and Never say Never.

Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.

The once close-knit community of Ngogo chimpanzees have been at loggerheads for the last eight years.

The 43-year-old denies the charge and has been released on bail and had to surrender his passport.

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe has “zero tolerance” for corruption, which he says is “worse than cancer”.

A property company owned by the Reform UK deputy leader failed to pay £91,000 in tax on dividends, according to the Sunday Times.

A teacher started a private school group with his R240,000 severance package, which later sold to a billionaire’s foundation for R7.2 billion. 

The US has not accredited Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and Reserve Bank Govenor Lesetja Kganyago for the G20 Summit this year.

Geordin Hill-Lewis has been named as the new leader of the DA, replacing John Steenhuisen.

Geordin Hill-Lewis has been elected as the new DA Federal leader.

He beat contender Sibusiso Dyonase, caucus leader of the Sedibeng Municipality, to the top post.

Western Cape Deputy Speaker, Reagen Allen, is attending the DA Federal Congress.

DA leadership results are expected to be announced at 1 pm.

Rangers’ 6-3 win over Falkirk extends the Ibrox side’s advantage over leaders Heart of Midlothian and Celtic should the Scottish Premiership title be decided on goal difference.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe says his sides 2-1 defeat to Crystal Palace was “deflating” and calls the decision to award a late penalty against them “soft”, as The Magpies fall to 14th in the Premier League.

Kaizer Chiefs extended their winning streak to four with a win over TS Galaxy in their Betway Premiership encounter at FNB Stadium on Sunday.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his side are feeling “motivated and excited” at the prospect of qualifying for the Champions League next season, after their 1-1 draw away to Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.

Young American graduates expressed frustration over fewer job openings and longer searches

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American college graduates are facing the worst entry-level job market since the pandemic, with the underemployment rate reaching 42.5% – its highest level since 2020.

Several young graduates told the Guardian about their...

Nonku Williams fully embraced the rural life at her man’s homestead in the North West, stating she was “fueled by love.”

Elon Musk launched a profanity-laded attack on DIRCO DDG Clayson Monyela, after the latter accused him of being ignorant of SA legislation.

Elon Musk has crashed out on X over Starlink’s non-operation in South Africa, even accusing authorities of demanding a bribe…

The lobolo celebration of Sizwe Khumbuza and Ncomeka Magudulela was truly special as the couple marked “a new chapter” of their lives.

Ouaddou is still optimistic that they still have a chance to clinch the league title

The Rockets remained in 12th position with 25 points after 24 matches.

The 36-year-old former quantity surveyor is one of the most consistent ultra-marathon runners to have ever graced South African roads.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 13 April 2026.

Wall Street is reaching for unusual comparables to justify SpaceX’s $1.75-trillion valuation ahead of its IPO.

Astronauts make first remarks at jubilant homecoming in Houston after their record-breaking moon flyby

Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home on Saturday from hundreds who took part in setting a record for deep space travel during the US space agency Nasa’s lunar comeback.

The crew of four arrived at Ellington Field near Nasa’s...

This bakkie costs just R1.9 per kilometre to drive, even after April’s massive diesel price hike.

Some South African motorists are paying up to R600 more to fill their car this month.

Hybrid cars are touted as a great way to save fuel, but it’s important to check how your chosen model stacks up against its petrol and diesel rivals.

The support group was set up by a woman who challenged herself to try 50 new things before turning 50.

A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.