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Australian bushfires raze homes, cut power to tens of thousands
Thousands of firefighters battled bushfires in Australia’s southeast on Saturday that have razed homes, cut power to thousands of homes and burnt swathes of bushland.
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Thousands of firefighters battled bushfires in Australia’s southeast on Saturday that have razed homes, cut power to thousands of homes and burnt swathes of bushland.
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Hosts efficient enough, but also created little in the way of chances.

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The ANC SG vowed that an ANC-led government would prioritise nationalising the SARB and implementing land expropriation without compensation.

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National Treasury is considering alcohol excise duty changes that would raise the excise on alcohol to curb excessive consumption in some categories.
South Africa
A Western Cape mother has turned personal tragedy into hope for others, starting a swimming foundation in honour of her late daughter which has taught more than 1 000 children swimming survival skills and a further 7 000 how to be water safe.

South Africa
Most fires are currently under control in Kouga but a trail of damage has been left behind.

South Africa
Another suspect was shot and killed in a similar situation on Thursday.

South Africa
Fannie Seribishane is accused of shooting Mumsy Seribishane outside Lebowakgomo Hospital.

World
The New Year’s Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.

World
Islanders want a bigger say in their ties with Denmark, but also on the world stage too.
World
Iranians took to the streets in new protests on Friday to press the biggest movement against the Islamic republic in more than three years, as authorities sustained an internet blackout as part of a crackdown that has left dozens dead.

World
El Presidente Donald Trump quiere que más compañías petroleras estadounidenses se incorporen a Venezuela. Pero existen razones económicas e históricas que podrían dificultar su acceso.

Africa
The pair join other US celebrities reconnecting with their African heritage and taking up citizenship.

Africa
The US president made the comment after being asked if the Christmas Day strikes were part of a broader campaign.

Africa
Voters could propel a leader into a fifth decade in power or back a change candidate.

Africa
A project in South Africa is putting radioactive material in rhino horns to make it harder to smuggle them over borders.

Business
South Africans can expect to have access to hundreds more bank branches doing Smart IDs and Passports this year.

Business
“Today it’s uninvestable,” Exxon chief executive Darren Woods says of Venezuela.

Business
The US Treasury Secretary said the US no longer held pesos in its exchange stabilisation fund.

Business
Martin Lewis explains how building up overdraft debt compares to credit card debt.

Politics
SANCO, which forms part of the ANC’s alliance, is attending the party’s 114th commemoration in NW

Politics
Ramapha delivered he keynote address at the ANC’s January 8 gala dinner in the North West.

Politics
Mantashe linked youth unemployment to a lack of effort in applying for jobs.

Politics
Nzimande says he’s not defending his Cabinet job, insisting he no longer wants to hold office.

Sport
Morgan Rogers shares what the FA Cup means to him and whether he would rather win the competition or finish in the Premier League top four with Aston Villa.

Sport
World number one Aryna Sabalenka reaches the final of the Brisbane International for the third year in a row with victory over Karolina Muchova.

Sport
Mofokeng has options.

Sport
Keep track of the live scoring as a Springbok-laden Bulls side takes on the Bristol Bears in the Champions Cup.

Education
Trinity Hall’s plan to target elite schools sends the message that privilege equals talent, when the reality is that poorer students are already on the back foot
A Cambridge college’s plan to target students from some of the country’s most elite private schools has struck a nerve. As reported by the Guardian, Trinity Hall justified the move by claiming that a focus only on “greater...
Education
[Nile Post] Ugandan educationists have renewed calls for continuous review of the national education curriculum to enhance learners’ global competitiveness following the release of the 2025 A-Level Cambridge examination results.
Education
[Liberian Observer] The Government of Liberia has reaffirmed its commitment to the expansion and long-term development of Lofa County University (LCU) following a high-level engagement held Wednesday during the county tour of the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan.
Education
[SNA] – The Ministry of Education and National Orientation launched the School Meal Project today at Al-Dabagheen Primary School in Omdurman, under the patronage of Minister Dr. Al-Tohami Al-Zain Hajar.

Lifestyle
TikTok couple Kristy and Desmond Scott are reportedly getting a divorce over ‘alleged infidelity’ wiping out any chance of reconciliation.

Lifestyle
While Siya is on ‘baecation’ with Rachel John, his estranged wife Rachel Kolisi is teaching his younger sister to budget. Take a look…

Lifestyle
With donations far and few between during the festive season, SANBS is urging donors countrywide to help replenish national blood stocks.

Lifestyle
South Africa’s fastest-growing banks are leveraging their one huge advantage over the traditional banking industry. And it’s working …

Entertainment
The match will also kickoff earlier and with no fans in the ground.

Entertainment
Trump’s push to revive Venezuela’s oil industry rests on shaky economic and strategic ground

Entertainment
Kempton Park hatter Phillip Botha’s bold pieces are breath-taking and he breathes creativity in many ways. He believes love conquers all, too.

Entertainment
The Overstrand Municipality in the Western Cape and the Kouga Municipality in the Eastern Cape are worst affected areas at the moment
Science/Tech
Meta has signed long-term nuclear power deals totaling more than 6 gigawatts to fuel its data centers: “one from a startup, one from a smaller energy company, and one from a larger company that already operates several nuclear reactors in the U.S,” reports TechCrunch. From the report: Oklo and TerraPower, two companies developing small modular reactors (SMR), each signed agreements with Meta to...

Science/Tech
Find great deals for Total Wireless, like 50% off select plans, and enjoy big savings.

Science/Tech
Save on every purchase with top KitchenAid coupons from WIRED, including up to 50% off select countertop appliances.

Science/Tech
Ynys Môn (Anglesey): The wolf moon is spectacular enough, but look east and you’ll see a celestial titan the size of a pinprick
As unmissable as new year’s fireworks, the wolf moon held the heavens for the first few nights of January, casting an unearthly radiance over everything, night almost as bright as day. Now, as that moon wanes, prepare to be wowed by a true planetary A-lister:...
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

Motoring
South Africa is looking at another petrol price cut this February.
Health
His discovery of the protein fragment GLP-1 was crucial in the development of Ozempic, Wegovy and other blockbuster obesity and diabetes treatments.

Health
Athena, Electro, Dynamite and Giant share their top tips to stay fit and healthy.

Health
In Birmingham hospitals knives are regularly found, with one produced by a patient ready for an MRI.
Health
After canceling a spacewalk planned for Thursday, the space agency’s administrator said it was erring on the side of caution and bringing a crew of four home in the coming days.