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The Hollywood actor and his wife, Amal, purchased their home in the south of France in 2021.

A mother says her two children are traumatised and warns of the dangers of rechargeable batteries.

Manchester City are close to agreeing terms with Bournemouth to sign Antoine Semenyo for £65m.

Kent Police is urging people to contact them if they have information about the crash in Gillingham.

Eight motorists have been arrested for speeding, with the highest recorded speed at 200 km/h

“G20” emerged top of the list reflecting the noteworthy G20 Leaders’ Summit hosted by South Africa.

Social media has been painted with purple profile pictures as sign solidarity against GBVF.

Three initiates have died across the province during this summer initiation season

Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe’s biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia.

Gelsenkirchen Police say thieves used the “quiet” days after Christmas to break into the high street branch.

Saudi Arabia bombed Yemen’s port city of Mukalla, targeting a shipment of weapons from the United Arab Emirates for separatist forces. The UAE later said it would withdraw its forces from Yemen.

Israel accused Doctors Without Borders, one of the largest health organizations operating in Gaza, of failing to clarify the roles of some staff that Israel accused of cooperation with militants.

TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll.

Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

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

South African workers effectively lose two days off in 2026 despite the country officially having 12 public holidays, but there is a silver lining.

Typical household bills will rise slightly under the new energy cap which takes effect on 1 January.

Wealthy South Africans are increasingly turning their backs on big city living and moving to smaller coastal towns along the Garden Route.

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.

Political Killings Task Team was disbanded by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu

Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

Daine Klate has singled out Sipho Mbule and Oswin Appollis as standout signings, praising how they’ve lifted Orlando Pirates this season.

After years of hostiity, Mamelodi Sundowns and Pitso Mosimane are reportedly finally ready to smoke the peace pipe.

Watch all nine goals of Antoine Semenyo’s goals for Bournemouth this season, as the forward inches towards a move to Manchester City.

Mamelodi Sundowns have been second best to Orlando Pirates this season. Chairman Tlhopie Motsepe has responded on the growing pressure.

Growing numbers of institutions now offering lifelong careers support as older alumni seek help to change jobs

University careers advisers are used to steering fresh-faced students towards the labour market – but they are now increasingly seeing graduates in their 40s and 50s looking for help to revive their careers.

More UK universities are now giving their graduates lifelong access to campus...

SA and Singapore authorities seized 55kg of rhino horns and big cat parts in a joint operation, arresting two suspects in the process.

Ring in 2026 in Cape Town with parades, concerts and sport while staying ahead of key road closures with these New Year’s Eve travel tips…

British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo has been recognised for her contribution to music and drama.

The visitors were led by spinner Prenelan Subrayen, who took 3/16 after ripping through the home side’s top order.

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Police urge vigilance at clubs, taverns and other leisure venues as festive season crimes rise.

Live casino has evolved from a niche add‑on to a core revenue driver for many online casinos. Industry research suggests that the global live casino segment is already worth well over ten billion US dollars in annual revenue and is forecast to grow at a double‑digit compound annual rate over the coming years, outpacing many […]

Volvo Cars has identified a potential issue in particular variants of last year’s most popular electric vehicle in South Africa.

In a statement shared on Instagram, Nguyen says she faced a ‘tsunami of harassment’ after the all-female spaceflight

Amanda Nguyen, the Vietnamese-American astronaut who was part of the all-female Blue Origin spaceflight, has opened up about her depression after she experienced a “tsunami of harassment” after the trip, in which she became the first Vietnamese woman to go to space.

Nguyen, 34,...

Chinese brands are competing amongst themselves to dominate South Africa’s fastest-growing car segment.

VW’s most expensive SUV has all the luxuries you’d expect with performance to rival a hot hatchback.

The deal could be valued at about R20 billion and would involve HOF Capital and BlueFive Capital.

The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.