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Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson says there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic following his side’s World Cup play-off shootout defeat by the Czech Republic.

Coal-trucking syndicates sabotaged conveyor belts and railways to profit from expensive road transport and coal price arbitrage during the past decade’s load-shedding crisis, which is now under control.

Thousands of unmarried English women were forced in give their babies away in 1950s, 60s and 70s.

Germany once terrorised Europe, but now Europe is welcoming a resurgent German military.

Isaac Mangena says technicians are on site to investigate the cause of the disruption.

Two suspects arrested for possession and distribution of drug facilitated sexual abuse videos

National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has been summoned to appear in court next month.

Khumalo is accused of assaulting complainant Bongani Radebe and pointing a firearm at him.

Southeast Asia is among the areas hardest hit by Iran’s cutoff of oil and gas through the Strait of Hormuz, with many nations almost entirely dependent on foreign energy — and quickly running out.

Iran has been sending not only missiles around the region but also trolling tweets and videos around the internet. It’s the latest in global diplomacy.

President Trump says Iran is “begging” for a deal. Iran says it has no intention of negotiating. NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with NPR’s Tom Bowman and Aya Batrawy about prospects for an off-ramp.

Fecofoot president Jean-Guy Mayolas remains on the run after being sentenced to life imprisonment earlier this month for embezzling $1.1m in Fifa funds.

The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.

Zimbabwe says it is engaging the Russian government to repatriate bodies and bring home those still alive.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) says it will rule on Senegal’s appeal against being stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title “as swiftly as possible”.

Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Friday, 27 March 2026.

Garden Walk shopping centre has opened its doors in Hartenbos, which will serve the growing coastal community.

A federal judge told the government it could not immediately enforce a ban on Anthropic’s tools.

Conservatives gathered at the annual CPAC conference in Texas were mixed when asked about their feelings on the current economy.

Paratlane Motloung of MAP16 Civic Movement elected as new Maluti-A-Phofung Mayor.

A source said the ministers viewed deployment in government as their new life and they are too comfortable with the benefits

Gauteng chair Bonginkosi Dhlamini says that challenging the founder’s choice for president would erode his legacy, sparking debate in the IFP

If his camp put a serious campaign behind the numbers, no other ANC candidate would stand a chance, says the Social Research Foundation

The origin story of Manchester United and England’s Jess Park, from her grassroots in Brough to being scouted by Steph Houghton.

It’s another busy round of URC action this weekend, and here are all the kick off times to note for the SA teams playing at home.

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The National Sea Rescue Institute has issued a safety warning amid concerns over potential rabies infections among Cape fur seals.

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero said City Power could save roughly R250 million per year on vehicle-related costs over five years.

Aviation analysts warn that SAA’s 2025 report is inconsistent, with errors in passenger numbers, cargo, and operational metrics throughout.

Masemola is set to be formally charged in connection with the R360 million Police health services tender.

There are hardworking competent people in the municipal structures, but they are outnumbered by those who can’t organise a piss-up in a brewery.

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Social media platforms Instagram and YouTube have a design defect which means they are addictive, a US jury has ruled.

The Iran war has led to a significant jump in demand for electric cars.

There is one electric car in South Africa that can be bought for less than R350,000.

Ford and the National Consumer Commission have issued a recall for 582 vehicles sold in South Africa.

Jersey’s wellbeing score is below UK and France in survey of data from 41 countries.