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Fernando Mendoza is almost certain to be the first pick in the NFL Draft after rising from obscurity and his mother, who lives with multiple sclerosis, has been his main source of inspiration.

Stumping up world record sums doesn’t always guarantee success, but plenty of football’s most expensive players have delivered on their hefty fees – here are the top 10.

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Fannie Masemola’s appearance is related to the R360 million SAPS health services irregular tender

The university’s main library remains closed, with damage reported to the infrastructure and books

The state in the Meyiwa trial has accused Bongani Ntanzi of fabricating his claims of assault.

Authorities have raised significant concerns about the church’s operations.

A man standing atop one of the historic Teotihuacan pyramids opened fire on tourists Monday, killing one Canadian and leaving at least 13 people, authorities said.

Cuba’s government confirmed that it had recently met with U.S. officials on the island as tensions between the two sides remain high over the U.S. energy blockade of the Caribbean country.

The approval clears a final set of hurdles for Japan’s postwar arms sales and facilitate its future sale of weapons such as a next-generation fighter jet and combat drones.

Several people were also injured in the incident on Monday at the popular tourist site, say Mexican officials.

At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

The youngest of those freed from an Allied Democratic Forces camp is a girl aged just 14, Uganda’s army says.

Ecologist Iroro Tanshi is one of six winners of the international Goldman Environmental Prize.

Shamim Mafi is accused of brokering the sales of arms to Sudan’s defence ministry on behalf of Iran.

Customers receive tokens to claim up to 10 free items, from clothing to everyday home essentials.

The Devon charity shop lets food bank users select items rather than be given pre-prepared parcels.

Lincolnshire grower says rising costs have forced her to reconsider her son’s nursery fees.

City Manager Kagiso Lerutla faces charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice.

The tender relates to a R2.9 billion security contract.

The party says all conferences will be held no later than March next year.

The party says communists will have to choose between the ANC and the SACP.

The Welsh winger who caused a serious injury to Springbok and Sharks star Ethan Hooker has provided his side of events.

The NHS Couch to 5k app is celebrating its 10-year anniversary having reached more than 8 million downloads.

Orlando Pirates could be set for a squad overhaul, with five players facing uncertain futures as contracts expire.

Wolves are one of 43 teams to have been relegated from the Premier League, can you name them all?

Government amendment to children’s wellbeing and schools bill to replace existing guidance with statutory ban

A ban on mobile phones in schools in England is to be introduced by the government to ensure that “critical safeguarding legislation” is passed.

The government will table an amendment to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill in the House of Lords after the bill was held up by...

Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create “a clear legal requirement for schools”.

Worth the pain? Experts have warned of the dangers of consuming spicy food challenges – like the viral Rocomamas Fire Wings Challenge…

To South Africans, Patrick Muldoon was best known for his roles on Days of Our Lives and Melrose Place.

From her career to her personal life, here are five things to know about late veteran actress and beauty queen Cynthia Shange.

Congestion, potholes and crime create ongoing irritation for motorists. Gestures or tone misread as hostility can trigger rapid, violent retaliation.

Matlala’s legal team are preparing a high court application to have him permanently transferred to Embongweni Correctional Facility.

Lilepo joined Amakhosi on a two-and-a-half deal from French club Valenciennes FC in January last year.

De-escalation and temper control techniques should be taught at school from an early age and be made a mandatory part of all driver training.

The story of a screw with 10 extra grooves reveals how Apple’s next CEO, John Ternus, thinks about leadership.

An autonomous robot from the company Honor ran a half marathon in 50:26, beating the human record by 7 minutes.

Chery has announced that it will launch the new Q in South Africa later this year.

A timeline for the GT-R’s arrival hasn’t been announced.

Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.

Donald Trump says that the US is blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?