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Africa

Nigeria’s kidnapping crisis

Yesterday at 12:06 PM, via Mail & Guardian

Nigeria has a mass kidnapping problem, and March has been an especially horrific month

Business

SA economic hub’s water system on verge of collapse

Today at 07:39 AM, via Moneyweb

‘Rand Water systems are under severe pressure,’ the City of Tshwane, which includes the capital Pretoria,  said in a statement. ‘The entire water supply system, which we share, is under strain.’

Politics

We own and control eThekwini, says MK party, but denies inciting strike

Today at 06:00 AM, via Mail & Guardian

The Jacob Zuma-backed party will be facing off in the electoral court on Tuesday against the ANC, which is trying to have it deregistered

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Sport

Ampadu eyes date with destiny and history

Today at 00:33 AM, via BBC News

Wales midfielder Ethan Ampadu will become the youngest Wales player to reach 50 caps if he faces Finland in Thursday’s Euro 2024 play-off.

Education

Childcare expansion in England may not meet parents’ expectations, says charity

Today at 07:01 AM, via The Guardian

Survey by Coram found nursery costs and dwindling places will put pressure on government plans

Rishi Sunak’s plans to expand childcare provision in England are at risk of not living up to parents’ expectations as nursery costs surge and available places dwindle, a charity has warned.

The cost of 25 hours a week for a child under two has risen by 7% on 2023, with the most expensive area being...

Education

Robin Okey obituary

Yesterday at 21:35 PM, via The Guardian

My friend and colleague of 50 years, Robin Okey, who has died aged 81, was emeritus professor of history at the University of Warwick. He was a remarkable person in so many ways.

In 1966, Robin was one of the first appointments to the history department at the newly founded University of Warwick, holding the positions of lecturer, senior lecturer and professor of history until he retired in...

Education

Did you solve it? Lewis Carroll for insomniacs

Yesterday at 18:57 PM, via The Guardian

The answers to today’s puzzles

Earlier today I set these puzzles by Lewis Carroll, who as well as writing books like Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, was also a prolific puzzle setter.

1. The Chelsea Pensioners

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Science/Tech

Trends in Preventive Healthcare and Medical Aid Coverage

Today at 08:12 AM, via Tech Financials

In recent years, healthcare has transformed. It now prioritizes prevention and new medical coverage strategies. Societies globally face escalating healthcare costs and chronic diseases. Preventive Healthcare Surge  The saying “prevention is better than cure” is central to modern healthcare. It promotes proactive approaches like wellness programs, screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle...

Science/Tech

Massive earnings hit for Vumatel parent company

Today at 08:03 AM, via MyBroadband

Vumatel and DFA parent CIVH contributed R6 million to Remgro’s headline earnings per share between July and December 2023, down 96.7% from the R184 million reported over the same period in 2022.

Health

When Medicaid Comes After the Family Home

Saturday at 15:56 PM, via New York Times

Federal law requires states to seek reimbursement from the assets, usually homes, of people who died after receiving benefits for long-term care.