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Watch highlights – England v India, first ODI
Highlights of the first ODI between England and India in Southampton.
THURSDAY, 17 JULY 2025, 00:50
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Highlights of the first ODI between England and India in Southampton.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the attack as ‘simply horrific, stupid Russian terror’.
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Senior US official calls destruction of 500 tonnes of biscuits a ‘casualty’ of the USAID shutdown.
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Israel says it is “working to save our Druze brothers”, but Syria accuses it of “treacherous aggression”.
South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says it is important to get to the bottom of the allegations.
South Africa
The vehicle went out of control and veered off the road.
South Africa
Pilane also raised concerns that some of the attractions are not properly cleaned
South Africa
Rain is predicted in the Northern Cape, Western Cape with thunderstorms in the Free State and Eastern Cape, according to the South African Weather Service.
World
Israel bombed the Syrian capital Damascus on Wednesday, saying it targeted the Syrian military headquarters and the area near the presidential palace to protect the Druze religious minority in Syria.
World
The meteorite was discovered in Niger in November 2023 and is 70% larger than the next biggest piece of Mars recovered on Earth.
World
It’s been over three months since President Trump announced very big across-the-board tariffs on imports from nearly every territory on Earth–including uninhabited islands. It’s a move he said would revitalize the U.S. economy.Since that splashy White House announcement, the tariff rates have been a wildly moving target. Ratcheted up – then back down – on China, specifically.Overlaid with...
World
The British government hid a billion dollar plan to rescue Afghans who assisted its troops after a data leak compromised exposed them to Taliban retaliation.
Africa
Holders South Africa and nine-time champions Nigeria are among the big-hitters in the Wafcon 2024 quarter-finals.
Africa
Muhammadu Buhari’s life tracked dramatic changes over decades – and he was often at the centre of events.
Africa
Advocates say it is essential for unlocking the continent’s economic and cultural potential
Africa
Burna Boy, one of the biggest names in Afrobeats, says he didn’t want his sound to be “in one box”.
Business
STARK, which makes weapon systems for NATO, says its new facility in Swindon will support 100 jobs.
Business
Business
Business
The US president admitted he had broached sacking Jerome Powell but rowed back on removing him hours later.
Politics
Zibi spoke during the 2025/2026 Presidency Budget Vote before the National Assembly in Parliament.
Politics
ANC in NW has expelled the former Mayor of Ditsobotla and former speaker Jarious Modisakeng.
Politics
ACDP MP Kenneth Meshoe says it’s very sad that South Africans no longer trust the police.
Politics
Residents of Ward 13 in Seshego are still voting in a by-election to elect a new ward councilor.
Sport
Manchester United’s move for Bryan Mbeumo stalls as Brentford their increase price, Liverpool open talks with Eintracht Frankfurt for Hugo Ekitike as Newcastle push to sign the French striker, plus more.
Sport
City Power Johannesburg has implemented an 8-hour power outage in the city as part of its regular maintenance.
Sport
Surrey move to the top of the South Group in the T20 Blast with an eight-run win over Middlesex at Lord’s.
Sport
The United States Golf Association is refusing to comment on reports that Wyndham Clark has been banned by Oakmont Country Club after a century-old locker he was using was damaged during this year’s US Open.
Education
[Nyasa Times] As schools prepare to reopen this September, one question stands out: Where will your child go to school? If you’re looking for excellence, discipline, and a foundation built on godly values–then look no further than Kings Foundation Schools, one of Malawi’s top-performing academic institutions.
Education
Readers respond to a Styles article about the reading habits of men. Also: Women’s choices; chatbots in toys; conservative professors.
Education
[Nyasa Times] In its efforts to avert voter apathy during the September 16, 2025, General Elections, the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) has started collaborating with community-based structures to mobilize registered voters to cast their ballots on the polling day.
Education
[Daily Trust] The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed Nigeria’s participation in the Maiden African School Games, scheduled to hold from July 26 to August 5, 2025, in Algeria.
Lifestyle
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Entertainment
Mgudlwa’s films like My sh*t father and My Lotto Ticket, Madluphuthu 1 and Madluphuthu 2 were popular in the mid-2000s.
Entertainment
The awards are named after Simon Mabhunu Sabela, South Africa’s first black film director.
Entertainment
One of the most beloved friendships in The Real Housewives of Durban has come to a bittersweet end.
Entertainment
Mpumelelo also explained why he was unable to pay lobola for his long-time girlfriend, Tirelo Kale, first.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from TechCrunch: Security researchers say Chinese authorities are using a new type of malware to extract data from seized phones, allowing them to obtain text messages — including from chat apps such as Signal — images, location histories, audio recordings, contacts, and more. In a report shared exclusively with TechCrunch, mobile cybersecurity company...
Science/Tech
There are multiple bills before the House that could redefine the way crypto is regulated in the U.S. Those in the crypto industry have been lobbying for the bills, which could lead to less oversight of the industry by the S.E.C. and to more widespread use of stablecoins. David Yaffe-Bellany, a technology reporter for The New York Times, explains.
Science/Tech
Steam has begun banning games that violate the payment rules of banks and card networks, targeting adult content in particular — especially titles with extreme or controversial themes. Engadget reports: The new clause states that “content that may violate the rules and standards set forth by Steam’s payment processors and related card networks and banks, or internet network providers” is not...
Science/Tech
OpenAI has added Google Cloud as a provider for ChatGPT and its API, expanding beyond Microsoft to address growing demand for computing power. CNBC reports: OpenAI has added Google to a list of suppliers, specifying that ChatGPT and its application programming interface will use the Google Cloud Platform, as well as Microsoft, CoreWeave and Oracle. The announcement amounts to a win for Google,...
Motoring
Long delayed EcoBoost powered Amarok will join the Toyota Hilux 2.7 as the only other mainstream petrol bakkie in South Africa.
Motoring
South Africa has taken one step closer to hosting an F1 Grand Prix.
Motoring
Motoring
Positioning below the Pro-4X Warrior and Pro-4X Warrior, the Stealth becomes the ‘entry-level’ off-road focused Navara model in complete contrast to the previous iteration.
Health
Chris and Xand van Tulleken weigh up the pros and cons of being in direct sunshine.
Health
The challenges of dating when you have a serious allergy.
Health
What are the symptoms of measles and how dangerous is the disease?
Health
Unlike with opioids, there is no medication to suppress cravings for meth and other stimulants. As use soars, hundreds of clinics are trying a radically different approach.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.