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Liverpool & Slot ‘in survival mode’ – but still just about alive
Negative tactics and no shots on target – but somehow Liverpool’s Champions League campaign is still just about alive after a 2-0 loss at PSG.
THURSDAY, 09 APRIL 2026, 01:22

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Negative tactics and no shots on target – but somehow Liverpool’s Champions League campaign is still just about alive after a 2-0 loss at PSG.

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From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen’s style was a powerful formula.

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Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers’ costs and therefore food prices.

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A legal order seeking the golfer’s medications – including dosage and warnings about driving on pill bottles – will be issued later this month, court record shows.

South Africa
Police say drugs were found concealed in the suspects’ sneakers, underwear and on their bodies.

South Africa
Residents say the selling of drugs, which leads to violence, has spiralled out of control.

South Africa
Gubis85 Security Solutions was the subject of scrutiny at the Madlanga Commission on Wednesday.

South Africa
Operators say they have not been paid since January and are now facing severe financial strain.

World
Iran says it agreed to two weeks of safe passage for ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, but most vessels are staying put until certain it’s safe.

World
Until a few years ago, Ben Roberts-Smith was one of Australia’s most celebrated war heroes. But now, he will stand trial for alleged war crimes committed in Afghanistan.

World
The megastars kick off their grandest tour, the largest in K-pop history, in Seoul on Thursday after a nearly four-year hiatus.

World
Indonesia is racing to build a new capital, promising a greener, futuristic city. But many citizens aren’t convinced it will ever live up to the vision.

Africa
Very few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.

Africa
The government usually refrains from commenting on the participation of its citizens in the conflict.

Africa
The presidency says it is taking action as it fears fuel shortages could lead to public disorder.

Africa
Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against the Spanish FA after “Islamophobic and xenophobic” chants during a friendly between Spain and Egypt last month.

Business
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.

Business
This is the most expensive place in South Africa to buy food in as of the end of March 2026.
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Business
The consumer council says the government is profiting from rising fuel costs via taxation.

Politics
The event was called off after the family left, citing displeasure of Ekurhuleni officials.

Politics
ANC PEC in Limpopo has appointed three additional members.

Politics
Motsoeneng says he wants to “take over properly” as coalition talks continue in the troubled Maluti-a-Phofung municipality

Politics
ActionSA MP Athol Trollip says it is unacceptable that the agreements are not public.

Sport
Match of the Day pundit Stephen Warnock looks at the importance of David Raya to Arsenal’s hopes of winning the Champions League.

Sport
Match of the Day pundit Stephen Warnock says Liverpool were “scared” of PSG following their 2-0 Champions League quarter-final first leg defeat in Paris.

Sport
Liverpool manager Arne Slot explains why striker Mohamed Salah did not play in his sides 2-0 defeat to PSG in the first-leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, and describes his team as being in “survival mode”.

Sport
Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth give Atletico Madrid a 2-0 victory over 10-man Barcelona in their Champions League quarter-final first leg at the Nou Camp.
Education
The progressive and popular Twitch streamer, who is controversial with some Democrats, tests his political influence on the 2026 campaign trail.
Education
The investigation into the nation’s second-largest school district was prompted by a lawsuit from parents who say the policies contributed to their child’s death.
Education
[The Point] At least 69 medical students of the University of The Gambia have been formally inducted into clinical training after donning their white coats in a colourful and symbolic ceremony held over the weekend in Kanifing.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] Ecobank Ghana has donated 100 HP laptops to the University of Ghana, supporting the Vice Chancellor’s (VC) ‘One Student, One Laptop’ project aimed at providing brilliant but needy students with internet tools to facilitate academic learning.

Lifestyle
Fake news? Minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie and fashion retailer Studio 88 have responded to claims it sells counterfeit Bafana Bafana kits.

Lifestyle
Mama Joy has clapped back at criticism that she was funded over a half a million rand to attend the Rugby World Cup in France…

Lifestyle
Dawn Thandeka King explores Zimbabwe, attending cultural events, visiting Bulawayo communities, and preparing to host a workshop.

Lifestyle
Grammy award-winning musician, Tyla, showed off a historical token from her beloved grandmother, as it symbolises her Zulu roots.

Entertainment
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Entertainment
A total of R99.5 million in jackpots is up for grabs tonight. Here are your Lotto and Lotto Plus results for 8 April 2026.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories this Wednesday, 8 April 2026, in our simple daily news update.
Science/Tech
A $500,000 “Survivor”-style corporate retreat for 120 Plex employees in Honduras “turned into a week-long disaster involving illness, wild animals, armed guards, and employees stranded on a remote island,” reports the Daily Beast. The CEO was bedridden by E. coli, staff were collapsing in brutal heat during Navy SEAL-led drills, there were fire ant attacks, uncooked food, and failing utilities....

Science/Tech
The AI company now faces conflicting rulings in its fight over how Claude can be used by the US military.
Science/Tech
The FBI says (PDF) Iran-linked hackers disrupted internet-connected systems used by U.S. oil, gas, and water companies. Even with the recent two-week ceasefire between Iran and the United States and Israel, hackers backing Tehran say they won’t end their retaliatory cyberattacks. The Hill reports: The report warned that similar companies across the country should be aware of an increased push...
Science/Tech
A New York Times investigation by John Carreyrou claims a British cryptographer named Adam Back is the strongest circumstantial candidate yet for being Satoshi Nakamoto. The report citing overlaps in writing style, ideology, technical background, and old posts that outlined key parts of Bitcoin years before its launch. Carreyrou is a renowned investigative journalist and author, best known for...

Motoring
TopAuto recently spoke with Mahindra South Africa’s CEO to learn about the carmaker’s ambitious plans for our market.

Motoring
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the A-Class Night Edition in South Africa.
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Health
Will Adolphy helps men and boys escape the influence of the online manosphere.
Health
While chatbots like Claude and ChatGPT can help narrow the information divide between patients and providers, they can also dispense flawed advice.

Health
The strike further delays Tom Lawson’s gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.

Health
Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.