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Sir Keir Starmer’s decision to abandon plans to delay 30 council elections after a legal challenge from Reform UK dominates Tuesday’s papers.

“Get the files out. They are slow-walking it,” the former US secretary of state says. The White House says it has done “more for the victims than Democrats ever did”.

Macclesfield’s FA Cup odyssey may have ended against Brentford but they have made memories to last a lifetime, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Detectives desperate to locate a 12-year-old, seen abused online, found a surprising lead.

The driver was killed after responding to a trip request and his body was later found abandoned.

Gugulethu residents have been urged not to engage in illegal mining activities.

More than 70 000 people have been suspended nationally from Sassa’s grand payment system.

President Ramaphosa announced that the Whistleblowers Bill will be introduced in Parliament.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio tried to reassure Europe at the Munich Security Conference, but European leaders are skeptical.

The group of 34 women and children with family links to Islamic State group have been held in the Roj camp for nearly seven years.

It would be the first hard evidence that elephants were used in battle by General Hannibal.

Seven men from Ghana were “burnt beyond recognition” after Islamists raided the town they were travelling through.

Police are still looking for a fourth suspect in the attack which has shocked South Africans.

Authorities say they have put in place contingency measures as a labour dispute affects travel.

The authorities say a growing number of citizens are being illegally recruited to fight elsewhere.

Reddit says its human contributors are valued amid an internet awash with AI-generated content.

The move follows further revelations over her friendship with the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

The treasury minister prepares to deliver a budget with a “significant rise” in personal allowances.

President Ramaphosa announced that SANDF members will be deployed in some areas during SONA.

President Ramaphosa announced that SANDF members will be deployed in some areas during SONA.

Lukanyo Calata blames Thabo Mbeki for justice delays in Cradock Four case involving Fort Calata.

Macclesfield’s FA Cup dream ends in cruel fashion as Brentford win 1-0 after an own goal by Sam Heathcote.

The Miami Dolphins release Tyreek Hill with immediate effect as the star wide receiver continues his recovery from a serious knee injury.

Watch as Team GB’s women lose 10-6 to Switzerland to leave them on brink of missing out on the semi-finals.

When figure skating coach Eteri Tutberidze’s behaviour towards her pupils was branded “chilling to see” at the last Winter Olympics, it was hard to see her returning – but she is back for Milan-Cortina 2026.

More than 170,000 seek compensation after UCL Covid settlement opens door to claims across university sector

Dozens of universities are facing legal action from more than 170,000 students seeking compensation after their studies were moved online during Covid.

Pre-action claim letters have been sent to 36 universities in England and Wales, including Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Leeds,...

The V&A Waterfront is proposing to reclaim land from the sea to create new open spaces and public amenities, including tidal pools.

Robert Duvall, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at the age of 95.

A female TikToker threatened to sue social media users who falsely accused her of being one of the trio who allegedly killed a Bolt driver.

Despite the defeat, the SA team secured a 2-1 series victory.

A Grade 5 pupil died after a soccer goal post reportedly fell during break time at Reagile Primary School in Thembisa.

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The Department of Transport has issued a tender to outsource the operation of South Africa’s new driving laws.

Toyota South Africa has outlined its plans for 2026 and beyond.

Hijackers are looking for two discontinued cars in South Africa, including a small bakkie.

Women who experienced challenges during the menopause set up businesses to help others.

An East Kent Hospital surgeon says it was the “first time” he had encountered such a case.