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Man held over stabbing in front of train passengers
A teenager is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the stabbing on a train in London.
THURSDAY, 28 MARCH 2024, 14:22
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A teenager is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the stabbing on a train in London.
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Many of us are gearing up for road trips and family getaways this Easter weekend. But before you hit the road, it’s essential to ensure your car is in top condition to reach your destination safely.
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Keir Starmer says his party would do a better job of reducing regional inequality across Britain.
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Labour’s deputy leader is under fresh scrutiny over her tax affairs and the sale of her council house.
South Africa
High law enforcement visibility expected along the N3 ahead of Easter weekend.
South Africa
Two bodyguards employed at the Umhlathuze municipality killed.
South Africa
Heightened police visibility this Easter weekend
Law enforcement and border security measures are in place to ensure the safety of all this Easter holiday period, Cabinet said on Thursday.
“There will be heightened police visibility across the country aimed at preventing, combating and at the same time, countering serious and violent crime during the holiday period and beyond,”...
South Africa
Happy and safe Easter holidays
President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished the nation a peaceful and safe Easter period.
“The prayers and reflection that define Easter renew the spirit of the nation. This period also allows us to connect with family, friends and the community around us and to explore our most beautiful country.
“We must, however, remain mindful of and reach out to people...
World
President Javier Milei calls his Colombian counterpart a “murdering terrorist”, triggering diplomatic expulsions.
World
A US judge gave a sceptical reception to an attempt by US President Joe Biden’s son Hunter to dismiss his criminal tax-evasion case on the grounds that he was selectively targeted for prosecution due to political pressure.
World
A California state judge said attorney John Eastman should be stripped of his law license for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 US presidential election on behalf of Donald Trump.
World
Women who are pregnant or who have recently given birth in Gaza face serious challenges amid daily airstrikes, continued ground fighting, high rates of disease and a growing lack of food and water.
Africa
Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio delivered the annual lecture in African Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, in the US, this week.
Africa
Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, speaks to the BBC.
Africa
Interim boss Finidi George hopes to get the Nigeria job permanently, but mixed results in friendlies have brought criticism.
Africa
In December, prisoners at the Maseru Correctional Centre Institution (MCCI) were beaten up when warders intentionally created a confrontation – then went to work with knobkerries and sjamboks.
Business
South Africans who have emigrated overseas are returning home in what is being dubbed “reverse emigration.”
Business
The price of a traditional South African barbecue rose at a slower pace for a second straight month, suggesting that food costs may cool further before the El Niño weather phenomenon scuppers the downward trend. Bloomberg’s Shisa Nyama Index, an early indicator of where food inflation may be heading, shows the average price of a
Business
Johannesburg Mayor Kabelo Gwamanda on the city’s water crisis, and Rob Rose on what happens now following the unexpected suicide of former Steinhoff CEO Markus Jooste …
Business
John Steenhuisen has downplayed a potential ANC-DA coaltion – even if it is favoured by most South Africans.
Politics
DA challenges Deputy President on whether ANC would support motion of no- confidence in Speaker.
Politics
The Democratic Alliance leader says a coalition with the governing party might be the ‘least worst option to prevent the radicals from taking over’
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The Democratic Alliance leader said he respected people for getting a degree but university could not have taught him what he knows after 23 years in politics
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Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs the media on yesterday’s cabinet meeting
Sport
Louise McMillan returns to the starting XV to win her 50th cap and Elis Martin makes her first start as Scotland host France in the Women’s Six Nations.
Sport
DHL Stormers’ precision and physicality could lead to URC title, but Bulls and Leinster remain strong contenders in the race.
Sport
SA cricket legend Dale Steyn has received heavy backlash for his post about Kwena Maphaka’s IPL debut performance.
Sport
Keep your head up Champ! Kwena Maphaka I’m sure you will definitely bounce back,” DJ Bravo said after Maphaka’s tough IPL debut.
Education
[Ethiopian Herald] ADDIS ABABA — Japan needs to expand and deepen its diplomatic and economic relations with Ethiopia through education and people-to-people ties, the country’s ambassador said.
Education
The national debate about so-called woke campuses does not reflect what most college students care about.
Education
Union claims up to a quarter of all academic roles at financially pressed London institution face the axe
Plans for mass redundancies at Goldsmiths, University of London, have been called a “horrifying act of cultural and social vandalism” and the “biggest assault on jobs at any UK university in recent years”.
The job cuts, which are now subject to a consultation, are the latest in a series of...
Education
The students were taken into custody after a fight at the school. A security guard who tried to break up the fight was also hurt.
Lifestyle
Active pet owners find unparalleled joy in embarking on outdoor adventures alongside their beloved canine companions.
Lifestyle
MacG got on the wrong side of Tyla’s fans after he argued that Tokyo Toni may be right about the ‘Water’ singer joining the Illuminati.
Lifestyle
‘This is directed to Pearl. She needs to stop forcing this friendship,’ an X user said after Zinhle shared a shady video about friendship.
Lifestyle
In a viral post, Mmusi Maimane has compared the design of the new ANC t-shirt, linking it to the Mercedes Benz AMG logo.
Entertainment
Former Gagasi FM on-air personality Penny Ntuli revealed that she was offered a salary of a measly R2,800 by the station.
Entertainment
Someone, unbeknown to the MK Party, created an impression that singer Lira was endorsing the MK and was a member.
Entertainment
Amapiano is SA’s best cultural export internationally,” proclaims Jimmy Ranamane, Brand South Africa’s general manager for global markets.
Entertainment
Science/Tech
Telkom has announced huge price hikes across its product portfolio that are kicking in on 1 April.
Science/Tech
This week, we talk about the US Department of Justice’s lawsuit against Apple, and how its outcome—whether Apple wins or loses—might change how we text each other.
Science/Tech
Two cicada broods, XIX and XIII, are emerging in sync for the first time in 221 years. Birds, trees, and dirt are about to get the banquet of a lifetime.
Science/Tech
Telkom is hiking prices across many of its retail and small business products, including fibre and DSL internet services.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Stylistically claimed to resemble the Tacoma, the Hilux will make its world debut in 2025, although an exact date remains unknown.
Motoring
For the time being, only four-cylinder engine as offered, albeit with standard mild-hybrid assistance.
Health
The new regulation reverses a Trump-era policy that expanded access to health plans with fewer benefits than those sold on the Affordable Care Act’s marketplaces.
Health
The gamer, Tyler Blevins, said a mole removed from his foot during a recent checkup with a dermatologist was found to be a melanoma.
Health
Mr. Blevins, known as Ninja, said a mole removed from his foot during a recent checkup with a dermatologist was found to be a melanoma.
Health
How do champion skaters accomplish their extraordinary jumps and spins? Brain science is uncovering clues.
Nature
South Africa may import significant amounts of white maize, used to make a staple food, for the first time since 2017 as the El Niño weather pattern withers the crop
Nature
Nestle SA plans to spend R2.5 billion ($132 million) over the next five years to improve growth and development of emerging local businesses across East and Southern Africa.
Nature
South African farmers are expected to harvest 19.3% less maize in the 2023/2024 season compared with the previous one, the government’s Crop Estimates Committee (CEC) said on Tuesday.
Nature
Environmental groups filed a court bid to block TotalEnergies’ oil exploration activity in South Africa, the latest spat between activists who support the elimination of fossil fuel use and energy companies operating in the region.