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Give vape-addicted kids nicotine patches – report
Underage vaping should be seen as a dependency issue, not pupil misconduct, say health officials.
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Underage vaping should be seen as a dependency issue, not pupil misconduct, say health officials.
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Real Madrid beat Manchester City 4-3 on penalties to reach the semi-finals of the Champions League.
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Police say five suspects arrested, three more being sought over theft of 6,600 gold bars at Toronto airport last year.
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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he replaced the No 11 carpets Liz Truss claimed were infested with fleas.
South Africa
The trip was organised by a non-governmental organisation – Rising Stars Generation – at Rock Falls Adventure Ranch. Ninety learners were on the excursion.
South Africa
Proposed changes on the BELA Bill rejected through public submissions.
South Africa
Police suspect the incidents maybe related to one another.
South Africa
The Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla visited the Themba hospital in Kabokweni near White River.
World
The Biden administration will reinstate sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector, accusing the government President Nicolás Maduro of failing to commit to “an inclusive and competitive election.”
World
It was the first time in almost 150 years the chamber had considered a US cabinet secretary’s impeachment.
World
Microsoft said on Wednesday that Russian online campaigns to influence the upcoming US presidential election kicked into gear over the past 45 days, but at a slower pace than in past elections.
World
Ballerinas from around the world gather to break Guinness World record for ‘en pointe’ dancers.
Africa
West Indies legend Courtney Walsh will be a coaching consultant as Zimbabwe’s women bid to reach a first T20 World Cup.
Africa
Cubana Chief Priest is the latest celebrity to fall foul of a crackdown on “abusing” banknotes.
Africa
Elections are being held in 19 countries across the African continent in 2024. Tom Mboya considers the rise in foreign disinformation campaigns.
Africa
Social media has changed the status quo in politics. In an election cycle, interaction between politicians and the electorate has evolved to near-real-time communication.
Business
Former Post Office chairman Allan Leighton apologises for his part in the “terrible” Horizon scandal.
Business
The deal, if approved by shareholders and judges, would be the largest in corporate America.
Business
It is the latest protectionist policy to be embraced by the White House in an election year.
Business
Discovery has identified the cheapest and most expensive days to fly to South Africa’s favourite destinations.
Politics
The ActionSA Eastern Cape chairperson said coalitions had become transactional deals to satisfy politics of the stomach
Politics
Malema has told the Coloured community in Gauteng that his party is for all South Africans.
Politics
The Mail & Guardian in partnership with the University of Fort Hare invites you to join the National Elections Debate
Politics
Law enforcement agencies in KZN urge all contesting elections to abide by electoral code of conduct.
Sport
Former world champion Neil Robertson loses in the final qualifying round for the 2024 event as Wales’ Jamie Jones books his Crucible spot.
Sport
England’s hopes of securing a fifth Champions League spot have taken a big hit over the past two nights.
Sport
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says “everyone thinks this tie is decided” before the Europa League quarter-final second leg where his side will attempt to overturn a 3-0 deficit at Atalanta.
Sport
Dani Olmo wanted by Barcelona and Manchester City, Chelsea after Paulo Dybala and Bayern Munich join race for Jarrad Branthwaite, plus more.
Education
[Daily Trust] University students from Kano, Katsina and Jigawa states have called for the provision of adequate security presence in schools as a measure of restoring parents’ and students’ confidence on safety.
Education
President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa basketball star, was selected first in the W.N.B.A. draft.
Education
[Nile Post] Victoria University has described the late Dr Martin Jerome Aliker as a man who championed transparency and diligence in places of work.
Education
Some say more schools may ban organised prayer after court ruling but others say judgment was based on unique circumstances
The ruling on a prayer ban at a top London school has created a “classic English policy muddle” that has divided school leaders over its implications, with some experts predicting that more schools could ban organised prayers as a result.
The warning came after a high...
Lifestyle
A social media influencer has shocked South Africans by revealing she spends up to R10 000 a week on Woolworths food…
Lifestyle
Lerato Kganyago, who? A clip of a man hiring the FNB Stadium to propose to his partner has gone viral. Take a look…
Lifestyle
In winter, cats can be affected by conditions like hypothermia, frostbite, and dehydration due to the cold temperatures.
Lifestyle
The global wellness tourism industry is experiencing significant growth, and South Africa is a popular destination for wellness seekers.
Entertainment
“All my guests had to arrive in Dolce & Gabbana outfits…”
Entertainment
‘Umkhokha’ actress Ntokozo ‘Goldivah’ Mzulwini was made to seem like polygamist Musa Mseleku’s fifth wife.
Entertainment
The series tells the story of the legendary rainmaker of the Balobedu people, the first Queen Modjadji.
Entertainment
Amid plans to lay off about a third of its workforce, Ster-Kinekor has earmarked nine cinemas for closure while reviewing several others.
Science/Tech
AltStore PAL has become one of the first alternative app marketplaces to launch in the European Union. Developed by Riley Testut, AltStore PAL is marketed as an open-source project designed to distribute apps from independent developers. MacRumors reports: At launch, it features two apps, including Testut’s Delta game emulator and clipboard manager app Clip. Delta is also being simultaneously...
Science/Tech
Trump Media & Technology Group Corp., which has been called the “mother of all meme stocks” after it made its stock market debut in late March, announced that its Truth Social platform is moving to launch a live TV streaming platform. Following the news, shares of DJT closed more than 14% lower Tuesday. They ended trading Monday down by more than 18%. CNBC reports: The stock’s price has dropped...
Science/Tech
It has been replaced by a new model, which will be used in automotive manufacturing. A farewell video featured the old machine running outdoors, performing back flips and awkwardly shimmying.
Science/Tech
It has been replaced by a new model, which will be used in automotive manufacturing. A farewell video featured the old machine running outdoors, performing back flips and awkwardly shimmying.
Motoring
This big bad bakkie can be anything from a water tanker to a missile launcher.
Motoring
Official confirmation for South Africa remains outstanding, however, should approval be given, expect availability possibly by year-end or in early 2025.
Motoring
Season heads back to Zwartkops after its opening round at the Red Star Raceway in March.
Motoring
Health
New regimens in development, including once-weekly pills and semiannual shots, could help control the virus in hard-to-reach populations.
Health
The author of the best-selling book series said she had been undergoing treatment for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain tumor, after a diagnosis in 2022.
Health
The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
Health
Federal regulation capping toxic airborne silica has been decades in the making. The delay has cost miners dearly.
Nature
South Africa is among 175 countries negotiating on a global treaty to end plastic pollution.
Nature
The Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation had budgeted for 100 stranded turtle hatchlings in the whole of 2024, but the immense storm in the Western Cape resulted in hundreds of the endangered animals being washed ashore.
Nature
An eco-friendly delivery solution seeks to address South Africa’s youth unemployment gap.
Nature
A waterless toilet solution is being rolled out in informal settlements in Durban and for R350 a month, residents can use it.