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The suspect in the death of Rob and Michele Reiner was charged with two counts of first degree murder, and also was accused of using a deadly weapon.

Doyle, who admitted 31 offences, was sentenced to 21 years and six months in prison.

The UK had ended its participation in the scheme in 2020 after agreeing a Brexit deal with the EU.

Police have confirmed the incident saying the shootings.

Since the start of the 2025/26 festive season, the BMA has seized illicit goods worth over R900 000

E-voting and i-voting means people can vote outside of a designated voting station

McGluwa says Bafana Bafana are the pride of South Africa.

NPR’s Scott Detrow talks with Francisco Monaldi, the director of the Latin American Energy Program at the Baker Institute at Rice University about the U.S.’s long interest in Venezuela’s oil industry.

People of all ages had been looking forward to celebrating — especially this year, as a ceasefire in Gaza has held since October and all but one of the hostages taken by Hamas-led militants have been returned.

Dr Mark Chavez, one of five people who pleaded guilty in the Friends star’s death, was sentenced to eight months of home detention.

In the interview, Wiles describes Donald Trump as having an “alcoholic’s personality” and JD Vance as having been a “conspiracy theorist” for a decade.

Victor Osimhen is described as a striker “on another level” by team-mate Frank Onyeka ahead of Nigeria’s bid to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Satellite images show the paramilitary force is burying and burning bodies, Yale University researchers say.

In a landmark trial, Roger Lumbala faced accusations about atrocities committed during the Second Congo war.

At least 13 people are missing after armed men stormed a church, an official tells the BBC.

Osborne said it was a privilege to become managing director of OpenAI for Countries based in London.

Carmakers, particularly in Germany, have lobbied heavily for concessions to the planned rules.

Business Secretary Peter Kyle he was “delighted” the bill had completed its passage through the House of Lords.

Critics say Bounce Back Loans were vulnerable to fraud, but Sunak cited need for speedy rollout

The top six positions were elected unopposed, Collen Malatji has been re-elected as the president

Some parties view the day as vital for unity and nation-building

UDM SG Zandile Phiri says true nation-building requires citizens’ active participation.

IFP Chief Whip Nhlanhla Hadebe says reconciliation can’t remain symbolic.

The Whole 10 Yards panel discusses the “eerie” similarities between the careers of Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady, after the Chiefs quarterback tore his ACL in Sunday’s defeat by the Chargers.

Five Premier League clubs in the frame to sign Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo, Everton interested in Middlesbrough’s Hayden Hackney, Aston Villa plan Youri Tielemans contract talks, plus more.

Chicago Fire are in pole position to sign Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski in the summer on a free transfer.

Dutchman Jurjen van der Velde uses bug spray on stage to combat wasps before his world championship match against Danny Noppert.

Exclusive: British students will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027, sources say

An agreement to rejoin Erasmus – the EU’s student exchange programme – is expected to be announced on Wednesday as part of the UK government’s drive towards closer relations with Brussels.

The final details of the announcement were agreed by the two sides on Tuesday, with a plan to allow UK...

Under Trump, the department that once rooted out race- and disability-based discrimination has begun opening investigations over antisemitism and transgender policies

The 10-year-old was dragged down a school hallway by two school staffers. A camera captured him being forced into a small, empty room with a single paper-covered window.

The staffers shut the door in his face. Alone, the boy...

Businessman Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala – accused of being hitman ‘John Wick’ – trended on social media after DJ Warras’s gruesome murder.

Fans, friends and colleagues have posted messages and tributes after DJ Warras was shot and killed in Johannesburg CBD.

The son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner is expected to appear in court on Tuesday after being arrested for allegedly murdering his parents.

More than 16 000 Gauteng pupils are still waiting to be placed in the province’s schools for the 2026 academic year.

‘Let’s say I am happy with the result … but we can play much better,’ Broos told SABC Sport.

Former 5FM and Cliff Central producer DJ Warras was gunned down on the pavement of Von Wielligh Street in the Joburg CBD.

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

The best streaming deals right now are ad-free. Maybe the best streaming deals are always ad-free.

The once-bustling Thaba ‘Nchu Airport, opened in 1988 as one of Bophuthatswana’s flagship infrastructure projects, now stands as a stark symbol of a local economy that has long since stalled.

These 10 budget models account for more than a quarter of all the cars sold in South Africa.

Wherever you are going, you are likely to encounter an increased number of roadblocks, and the onus is on you to know your rights when pulled over.

The European Union is preparing to relax its impending ban on combustion engine vehicles, a decision that will influence the cars made by brands like BMW, Mercedes, and VW.

Complex presenter Kimberly Wilson speaks to Nina Higson-Sweeney about ways to manage OCD.

The new proposals mean those needing complicated care over numerous appointments could save up to £225.