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For years, rumours swirled about who could be behind the bodies that washed up on the shores of Gilgo Beach.

Some think it’s a severe case of eczema. Others say it’s a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma.

Researchers say more speech and interaction around children can aid the development of young brains.

Students and graduates have described their shock at being told they were not eligible for the loans they received.

President Cyril Ramaphosa commended Eskom for its consistent improvement in electricity production

The Mangaung Metro has appointed a team to investigate allegations against a school principal

The police station has been standing unused for over 20 years and is now a crime hotspot.

Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency says they are continuing their search for lions on the loose

Chinese leader Xi Jinping hosted the head of Taiwan’s largest opposition party in Beijing on Friday — the first such meeting in nearly a decade.

Northern Israeli communities want support from Netanyahu to not include the Lebanon war in the cease-fire talks with Iran. Many say they want Israel to finish the fight against Hezbollah militants.

She has now placed herself squarely into the Epstein story and at odds with the administration, which wants to end the investigation.

Officials say attackers opened fire at a picnic spot near the village of Deh Mehri in Herat.

The once close-knit community of Ngogo chimpanzees have been at loggerheads for the last eight years.

The 43-year-old denies the charge and has been released on bail and had to surrender his passport.

The foreign minister says the accusations, involving children, were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.

The state department has also asked US citizens to “reconsider” travel plans to the West African country.

A new government ad campaign is trying to persuade gamers to apply for air safety roles.

Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

The trade body for European airports said if the Strait of Hormuz did not open in the next three weeks, there could be shortages.

More than 2000 delegates are expected to attend the DA’s federal congress, this weekend

The matter relates to an incident which happened in the run-up to the 2024 national polls.

Nxesi says engagement within the alliance should remain disciplined despite differing views.

Ramaphosa says he will make a determination once he has received a full report on the two matters.

Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy and Tyrrell Hatton feature in best shots of day two at the Masters in Augusta.

Robert MacIntyre fails to deliver on the course at the Masters – but provides one of the best known moments from this year’s tournament. Or rather, one of its best gnome moments.

Rory McIlroy extends his lead to five as he chips in from 85 feet for another birdie at the 17th at the 2026 Masters in Augusta.

Augsburg’s Alexis Claude-Maurice misses a late penalty in an eventful draw with UEFA Champions League hopefuls Hoffenheim.

The inquest of Anele Tembe – the fiancée of the late rapper AKA – will finally be heard, five years after her mysterious death…

‘Real Housewives of Durban’ star Jojo Robinson underwent extensive surgery to remove multiple skin cancer growths…

‘Real Housewives’ couple Mel and Peet Viljoen appeared in court remotely – from separate ICE detention centres – on charges of theft.

Seasoned broadcaster Linda Sibiya reflects on the remarkable support he received from his colleagues during a radio hiatus.

A confrontation that began with questions about initiation school ended in a fatal assault and lengthy prison sentence.

The result left the Buccaneers second with 55 points, one point behind Sundowns.

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Relacorilant, typically used to treat Cushing’s syndrome, could improve outcomes in platinum-resistant cases

A drug originally used to treat a rare disease could extend the lives of patients with an aggressive form of ovarian cancer, according to a clinical trial.

Platinum-resistant ovarian cancer occurs when the disease progresses within six months of starting platinum-based chemotherapy. This...

Follow the latest updates as astronauts prepare for fiery re-entry in Earth’s atmosphere after 10-day mission to fly around the moon

Artemis II crew to end record-setting mission with splashdown

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The splashdown of the Orion capsule will follow a precise timeline through the afternoon and evening on Friday.

Nasa says the scheduled splashdown time of 5.07pm...

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

The South African National Space Agency has been a key component of NASA’s Artemis II mission to the moon.

These were the top 20 best-selling cars in South Africa in March 2026.

Citroën’s all-new C3 panel van is its cheapest offering in South Africa.

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.

Phoebe was told she’d be treated as a mental health patient if she kept returning to A&E.