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The US and its president Donald Trump continue to make headlines with less than five months before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Photographer Gareth Davies saw the cephalopod as he went for a seaside walk.

The convicted sex trafficker has previously said she would decline to answer questions unless she is granted immunity.

The US president also takes aim at France’s President Macron and a “repetitive” Swiss leader.

When State prosecutor George Baloyi took him through that statement, Gwabini denied everything.

Cachalia was speaking in Gqeberha during an stakeholder engagement focused on tackling crime.

Sassa will also work with Home Affairs to assist with lost IDs.

Six men are facing multiple murder charges for the brutal killing of 18 people.

The US pop superstar is among nine songwriters who have been inducted into the 2026 class.

Another eight Palestinians were killed by Israeli artillery and gunfire across Gaza on Wednesday, according to medics.

A stencilled outline of a hand found on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi is the world’s oldest known cave painting, researchers say.

Kizza Besigye’s party says his condition is critical, but authorities say he was taken to hospital for a routine check-up.

Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.

The new government is addressing fuel shortages and strengthening the budget but many are not happy.

Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba is accused by Burkina Faso of trying to kill current President Ibrahim Traoré.

The Office of Road and Rail says it was missing “critical points” when it made a decision.

One conservative justice warned that the White House interpretation of the law could “shatter” Federal Reserve independence.

McBride was probed over evidence suggesting he was in constant communication with Trent.

Ramaphosa responded to Iran’s participation in the Will for Peace naval drills near Simon’s Town.

Former IPID head Robert McBride is appearing for a second day before the Ad Hoc Committee

Former IPID head Robert McBride is continuing his testimony at Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek emerges as Aston Villa and Man Utd target, Spurs weigh up Crysencio Summerville move, Liverpool interested in Micky van de Ven and Forest eye Kostas Tsimikas.

Tshegotso Mabasa’s goal gave Gavin Hunt a winning start as Stellenbosch head coach but will he sign the striker permanently?

Manager Martin O’Neill has confirmed that Tomas Cvancara is on his way to Celtic, so what can fans expect from the Czech Republic striker?

An environmental activist has claimed to have found South Africa’s ‘dirties’ beach – located in Cape Town! Take a look…

Amor Vittone’s new partner, Marius van Biljon, has opened up about moving on from his late wife, who died six months ago…

How does the Constitutional Court’s ruling on customary marriages impact Black Coffee’s appeal of a divorce judgment against ex, Enhle Mbali?

The Sunrisers, two-time former winners, will get a second chance at qualifying for the final.

Amor Vittone seemingly hinted that marriage might be on the near horizon as her relationship with businessman Marius van Biljon deepens.

A total of R21 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 21 January 2026.

Favourite draws well at No 2.

Here’s how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester.

Six more Chinese brands are coming to South Africa this year, bringing everything from a Toyota Prado rival to electric bakkies and family SUVs.

South Africa is facing a severe shortage of traffic officers.

Dr Jo Blodgett from UCL explains an approach that considers how much you move – and don’t move – across the day.

Scientist Mark Miodownik explores the potential impact of ‘forever chemicals’ present in some cookware. Made in partnership with the Royal Society.

Leanne Abeyance, from Telford, is waiting for reconstructive surgery and remains in constant pain.

A nurse was reinstated after a probe found no evidence she had identified a transgender patient.