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South Africa

Gauteng Gambling Board CEO dismissed following forensic report

Today at 12:58 PM, via SAnews

Gauteng Gambling Board CEO dismissed following forensic report

Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Agriculture and Rural Development Vuyiswa Ramokgopa has dismissed the CEO of the Gauteng Gambling Board and suspended its Chief Financial Officer, following the release of a forensic investigation report detailing alleged governance failures, procurement irregularities and financial...

South Africa

IDAC dismisses Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s arrest warrant ‘rumours’

Today at 12:28 PM, via SAnews

IDAC dismisses Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s arrest warrant ‘rumours’

The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has dismissed claims that a warrant of arrest has been issued for the arrest of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

“The IDAC notes with concern the rumours and enquiries that it has a J50 warrant of arrest for...

World

Ukraine launches large-scale drone strikes on Russia

Today at 10:47 AM, via NPR

As peace talks stall, Ukraine launches one of the biggest drone strikes against Russia since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion in an attempt to weaken Russia’s war machine.

Sport

Bolton to step down as All England Club chief

Today at 12:48 PM, via BBC News

Sally Bolton will step down as the All England Lawn Tennis Club’s (AELTC) chief executive after Wimbledon following six years in the role.

Sport

Sinner completes ‘Golden Masters’ with win in Rome

Today at 12:32 PM, via BBC News

Watch highlights as world number one Jannik Sinner beats Norway’s Casper Ruud 6-4 6-4 to win the Italian Open and complete the full set of nine ATP Masters 1000 titles – known as the ‘career Golden Masters’.

Education

Namibia: Beyond Perception – the Real Value of Libraries in Namibia

Today at 13:03 PM, via AllAfrica

[New Era] Although libraries in Namibia are often underestimated and not always given the recognition they deserve, they remain vital institutions for education, information access, and community development. In a rapidly changing world driven by knowledge and technology, libraries continue to serve as equalizers ensuring that information is accessible to everyone, regardless of background or...

Education

Liberia: Zankpaimah Set for Official Opening of Modern Elementary School

Today at 12:46 PM, via AllAfrica

[New Dawn] BONG COUNTY — Bong County Electoral District #7 Representative Foday E.K. Fahnbulleh has disclosed plans for the official opening of a newly constructed modern elementary school in Zankpaimah Town as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen educational infrastructure and improve learning conditions within the district.

Education

Nigeria: Prof. B.K. Ogunmodede (1936-2018) – Teacher Made in Heaven

Today at 12:41 PM, via AllAfrica

[Vanguard] “When he shall die/Take him and cut him out in little stars/And he will make the face of heaven so fine/That all the world will be in love with night and pay no worship to the garish sun” – William Shakespeare, 1564-1616, in Romeo and Juliet.

Science/Tech

The Backward Logic of Chickenpox Parties

Today at 13:00 PM, via Wired

Before vaccines, some parents intentionally exposed their children to the virus. In the internet age, that thinking is resurfacing.

Science/Tech

How to Watch Google I/O

Today at 13:00 PM, via Wired

Google I/O is back with updates to Search, Android, Gemini, and a fresh peek at upcoming Android XR smart glasses. Here’s how to watch the announcements live and what to expect.

Science/Tech

Magic mushrooms could be effective treatment for cocaine addiction, study shows

Today at 13:00 PM, via The Guardian

Participants who got single dose of psilocybin were more likely to abstain from cocaine than those who got placebo

Results from a new clinical trial show that a single dose of psilocybin could be an effective treatment for cocaine addiction.

The study, published in Jama Network Open this month, showed that 19 participants who received a single dose of psilocybin were more likely to abstain from...

Health

How a Nature Cruise Turned Into a Nightmare

Yesterday at 04:32 AM, via New York Times

The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius set off alarms for a world still traumatized by Covid. For those on board, the danger was much closer.