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Support for Geert Wilders’ far-right, anti-Islam Freedom Party has declined in the Dutch elections.

Six dual-national Israeli snipers accused of killing civilians in Gaza may face justice for alleged war crimes.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is disrupting the status quo in telecommunications. As major global innovators push the boundaries of AI development, telecom companies have an opportunity to leverage these capabilities and deliver groundbreaking services that redefine the Customer Experience (CX) and transform their entire business models. A world of opportunity – AI’s impact on telecoms The […]

The data centre marketplace is facing a conundrum of sorts; on the one hand, operators are now investing heavily in infrastructure to meet AI’s growing demands, on the other hand, it still (often) relies on outdated maintenance methods to manage mission-critical equipment. But with rising energy demands, talent shortages, stricter sustainability regulations, and mounting risks […]

AI is a foundational technology in the retail sector. Deployed to enhance personalisation, operational efficiency and optimise workflows and planning, AI solutions are rapidly becoming practical, enterprise-scale deployments that allow for deeper human-machine collaboration and customer satisfaction. They’re also proving critical to ensuring retailers remain ahead of evolving customer...

South Africa has the potential to harness the power of AI to positively transform the economy and society. The global shift driven by AI is affecting industries and altering how businesses function, promising to add an estimated $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030. However, this opportunity comes with an urgent imperative. The country […]

An elementary school in Yimianpo is now a storage yard. The number of children in the town has dropped by half and there are fewer than three births per 1,000 residents in the province — China’s lowest rate.

The last hospital in Darfur’s el-Fasher has been destroyed by paramilitaries — hundreds of patients killed and doctors taken.

The fiscal fight means US troops could go without pay, while millions may lose heat and food aid.

The storm has been downgraded from a Category 5 to a Category 1 storm but is gathering speed.

Tensions remain with protests expected to continue, after demonstrations were reported in some towns overnight.

The announcement comes after growing reports of the mass killings, including of patients at a hospital.

Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.

Investigations point to a circuit breaker failure, however, foul play is suspected

South Africa is increasingly becoming an outsouring hotspot for international employers, with many drawn to the high levels of education.

The media regulator said it was disappointed O2 raised prices more than was advertised when customers took out contracts.

Complex and estate living in South Africa isn’t a free-for-all when it comes to working from home.

Minority parties have filed a motion of no confidence in Joburg Mayor Dada Morero.

KZN Police chief accused MP Fadiel Adams of using his position to access classified information.

Vusumuzi “Cat” Matlala’s SAPS tender was cancelled because it was flagged for irregularities.

Pressure is mounting on President Ramaphosa to trim his Cabinet and do away with deputy ministers.

Australia’s Alyssa Healy drops an “absolute dolly” of a catch to keep India’s Jemimah Rodrigues in the game on 82 runs in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup semi-final in Navi Mumbai.

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez returns to training following knee surgery, but the club will not rush him back into the fold.

World Athletics says it has sacked staff and called in law enforcement after discovering corporate theft worth over 1.5m euros (£1.3m).

Apprentice jockey Tommie Jakes has died aged 19, the Injured Jockeys Fund and Professional Jockeys Association announce.

My book, which draws on my upbringing on a diverse and deprived Luton council estate, has been used as a GCSE text. But one man objected to its profane language and depictions of violence and sexual behaviour

Back in September, in a measure designed to “prevent immorality”, the Taliban closed down the internet in Afghanistan. This was the latest step – after a ban on all girls over the...

South African sensation Tyla has made history by becoming the first African artist to sell out a headlining arena concert in Thailand.

The Bokang Montjane Foundation is tackling autism in South Africa by partnering with preschools and opening a therapy centre.

Every few months, the market trembles with fear: charts flash red, headlines scream, and investors scramble for safety. Yet, amid the uncertainty, a few projects manage to rise above the panic. Noomez ($NNZ) is one of them.  Built on a deflationary model, with on-chain transparency verified, and a live presale that rewards stability over speculation, […]

In his newly translated memoir I Deliver Parcels in Beijing, Hu Anyan captures the brutal labor and quiet grace of life at the edge of China’s booming ecommerce industry.

Analysis of Montana fossils shows the battling predator was a fully grown Nanotyrannus, not a young T rex

The fossilised remains of two dinosaurs locked in combat have unleashed a fresh drama, suggesting diminutive specimens thought to be teenagers of Tyrannosaurus rex could instead belong to separate, smaller species.

The “duelling dinosaurs” fossil, which reveals a triceratops in battle...

First Changan-badged SUV in South Africa has a single powertrain option, but can be specified with five or seven seats.

The sibling of the Peugoet Landtrek becomes South Africa’s first range-extending electric bakkie.

UK Health Security Agency urges people to get vaccinated with cases on the rise.