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Scotland’s not proven verdict to be scrapped as MSPs back reforms
The verdict has been used in criminal trials for hundreds of years but campaigners had called for it to be abolished.
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The verdict has been used in criminal trials for hundreds of years but campaigners had called for it to be abolished.
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Despite the forceful language, the measures appear unlikely to pass and have been condemned by Israel.
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Follow our live build-up with breaking team news ahead of our full text commentary stream of the Anfield football match.
South Africa
A team from the investigative unit has engaged with officials from the municipality.
South Africa
AI now sits on both sides of the cybersecurity coin. Criminals use it to automate phishing, while defenders rely on it to spot the tiny anomalies humans miss. South African organisations might be tempted to jump in as quickly as possible, but questions of accountability and governance must come first. “AI isn’t going away, so […]
South Africa
Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) is an essential part of sustainable business, helping organisations to manage risk, keep up to date with legislation and ensure that processes are well managed. One of the biggest challenges, however, has always been finding the right skills, as well as in adapting to the changing regulatory landscape. Artificial Intelligence […]
South Africa
OpenText hosted its Summit Africa 2025 in Sandton on Sept. 4, bringing together customers, partners, and thought leaders to explore how AI, cloud, and secure information management are transforming organisations. Vice-President Tsepa Ramoriting said the event was about “connecting OpenText with its customers” and stressed the importance of skills development and securing structured and...
World
The former president criticised the response to the shooting by President Trump, who has vowed to tackle “radical leftists”.
World
Thousands of people in Kurdish-controlled northeastern Syria rallied on Wednesday in support of their autonomous administration and called for decentralisation as negotiations with Damascus over the region’s future stall.
World
Intersex people are increasingly facing violence and harassment, the EU rights agency said on Wednesday, adding levels were “alarming” as disinformation “campaigns” target them.
World
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
Africa
Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet is aiming to become just the third woman to clinch a 5,000m-10,000m double at the World Athletics Championships.
Africa
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.
Africa
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.
Africa
Tanzania’s 2025 general elections campaign has taken a dramatic turn after the removal of the Alliance for Change and Transparency (ACT Wazalendo) party’s candidate — former minister and outspoken legislator Luhaga Mpina — from the presidential race. The decision announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) is widely seen as strengthening President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s […]
Business
Zwelakhe Mnguni went from a job as a security guard to co-founding an asset management company that today oversees around R7.2 billion in assets.
Business
Springbok legend John Smit is the CEO of SSG Holdings, which is being sold to Fidelity Services Group, whose CEO, Wahl Bartmann, is also a former Springbok.
Business
Business
This year’s event is set to take place at the Kyalami International Convention Centre on 6 November 2025.
Politics
The Political Killings Task Team is at the centre of the Madlanga Commission Inquiry.
Politics
Mkhwanazi says there should be some intervention in the criminal justice system to avert collapse.
Politics
Motau says in phase three, Mkhwanazi will be recalled back, where his testimony will be tested.
Politics
The MK Party has questioned the timing of the commission’s commencement
Sport
Star flanker Jorja Miller will miss defending champions New Zealand’s Rugby World Cup semi-final against Canada on Friday night in Bristol.
Sport
In bombshell news on Wednesday afternoon Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly sacked their Tunisian head coach Nasreddine Nabi.
Sport
England have not come close to realising their potential at the Rugby World Cup, despite four resounding wins, says attack coach Lou Meadows
Sport
Great Britain’s Jake Wightman reacts to his silver medal in the men’s 1500m at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.
Education
RSC touring troupe stage King Lear in a school hall on St Mary’s before continuing to the Isle of Wight
“Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks! Rage! Blow!” King Lear, Act III, Scene 2
A fierce wind and strong swell had turned the Atlantic into a rollercoaster and when the troupe made landfall on the Isles of Scilly, several members felt rather wobbly and looked a little green around the gills.
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Education
[Daily Maverick] As the nature and complexity of cyber threats rapidly evolves, companies have realised that they must look beyond purely tech solutions and equip their employees with the skills to safeguard the business against attack. However, Mimecast has found that while 86% of organisations now train employees at least quarterly to identify and report threats, a […]
Education
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Education has signaled a decisive shift in its approach to higher education, issuing a strong warning to universities and colleges across the country regarding the quality of instruction.
Education
An essay series led by the archivist whom President Trump fired will feature voices from across the political spectrum, including those of George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
Lifestyle
Princess Charlene of Monaco launched the charity book ‘It’s A Dog’s Life Monaco’ celebrating the Principality’s love for animals.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Donald and Melania Trump began a rare second state visit to the United Kingdom on Wednesday with a royal welcome at Windsor Castle.
Lifestyle
Activists marked Donald Trump’s second UK visit with large protests, projecting giant images of him and Jeffrey Epstein on to Windsor Castle.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
The single will be released this Friday.
Science/Tech
Eskom must dispose of its non-core assets, such as its Home Loan Book, as a condition of its debt relief programme.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader shares a report: Business Insider has told journalists they can use AI to create first drafts of stories and suggested it won’t notify readers that AI was used, according to Status, a newsletter covering the media industry. The policy makes the outlet one of the first to formally allow such extensive use of the technology. The AI guidelines were reportedly circulated in an...
Science/Tech
Parents want two things for 2026: a trusted, recognised school path and a calmer routine that delivers results.
Science/Tech
Sebastian Vettel is one of the most successful and admired drivers in Formula 1 history. His journey through the sport is marked by talent, determination, and an enduring passion for racing. You can always enjoy sports betting Zambia with 1xbet.com.zm/en on other fantastic Formula 1 drivers too. Vettel’s Formula 1 career began in 2007 when […]
Motoring
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Motoring
Fully approved by the Blue Oval, the appearance packages are dealer-fitted options available before a vehicle’s delivery.
Motoring
Health
An artificial intelligence model can predict the risk of more than 1,000 diseases, a team of scientists say.
Health
The majority of planned surgery and out-patient hospital appointments are being cancelled for Thursday.
Health
The president wants to enforce involuntary commitment laws for severe drug use. But rehab is expensive, without enough beds for those who seek it.
Health
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
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.