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Gonzalo Plata reacts quickest to direct Kevin Rodriuguez’ flick on over Manuel Neuer, to give Ecuador a 2-1 lead over Germany in their FIFA World Cup Group E match at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Manchester City agree a deal with Nottingham Forest worth up to a British record £130m to sign England midfielder Elliot Anderson.

Three new sites in Oxfordshire, Suffolk, and Yorkshire could house about 3,750 asylum seekers if permission is granted.

The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education conducted an unannounced visit to NSFAS in Cape Town

Tumelo Nku testified he learned of the Aeroton drug consignment through an individual’s cellphone.

Three suspects have been shot dead following a shootout with the police in Sandton.

South Africa is rapidly positioning itself as the infrastructure backbone of digital economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa. With the local data centres reaching capacity and many new facilities planned, strategies around artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud are shaping the next chapter in the country’s progress. However, according to DFA, South Africa’s premier enterprise connectivity...

The ship was reportedly struck by an “unknown projectile” near Oman but no casualties were reported.

The quake comes less than six months after Venezuela’s then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces.

Prosecutors say Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala could provide evidence against “high-ranking officials”.

Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people.

Two years on, families of those killed during Kenya’s 2024 anti-government protests returned to Parliament to remember their loved ones and demand justice.

South Africa reaches World Cup knockout round for first time with 1-0 win over South Korea.

Protesters demand justice for more than 80 people killed during the 2024 demonstrations and last year’s anniversary protests.

While Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi appear to be in a personal battle to rewrite the World Cup record books, there is one landmark that appears beyond them.

Could the US dollar lose its number one status?

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula says MK Party is taking advantage of the immigration issue.

The ANC says it’s concerned with Parliament following proper processes than merits of the case.

 ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula said that Didiza has taken the correct stance.

SA government’s actions to deal with immigration tensions have emboldened vigilante groups

Nicolas Pepe gets on the end of Ibrahima Sangare’s “incisive pass” to score his second of the game, as Ivory Coast take a 2-0 lead against Curacao in their Group E match at Philadelphia Stadium.

Warrington overcome injury problems to move level on points with Leeds at the top of Super League with a gutsy win over Catalans.

BBC Sport World Cup pundits Joe Hart, Ellen White and Lucas Leiva explain why Alexander Pavlovic’s high boot in the build-up to Leroy Sane’s goal was an example of “endangering the opponent” and should have been classed as a foul in the FIFA World Cup Group E match at New York New Jersey Stadium.

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak feels 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has the “mental capabilities” to make his mark in international cricket if selected for Friday’s T20I against Ireland in Belfast [13:30 BST].

Our schools are a dated mix of single glazing, dodgy pipes and atriums like Kew hothouses. They urgently need retrofitting for a changing climate

This week’s soaring summer temperatures have put a spotlight on our schools and their ability to cope, with one in Hertfordshire telling me that it recorded temperatures of more than 40C. So why are our schools struggling?

Modern schools often have...

Claims health of staff and children at risk as France struggles to adapt heat-trap school buildings

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Teachers in France are risking their own and students’ health in overheated schools as a severe heatwave sets new record temperatures, education unions said, urging staff to strike over “unacceptable working conditions”.

Several teaching unions on Thursday issued a...

Jenifer Lewis shared her journey with sex addiction, bipolar disorder and childhood trauma during a candid podcast interview.

US authorities have issued a bench warrant against Mel and Peet Viljoen after their courtroom no-show on shoplifting charges…

Reality TV star Vuyokazi Nciwent celebrates a proud moment after graduating from UNISA.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed all grant payment dates for the month of July 2026.

The SA opener was in stunning form on her way to the best score in the tournament.

Remembering André de Kock: a motorsport legend and former editor, who left a lasting impact on the racing community.

Ramaphosa told the NCOP security forces are ready, 10 000 inspectors will be recruited, and biometric tech will tighten immigration enforcement nationwide.

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BBC Medical Editor Fergus Walsh speaks to St John’s ambulance service about treating heat exhaustion.