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Can Hearts make impossible possible and win Scottish Premiership?
After beating Celtic to go eight points clear, is it now time to seriously consider that Hearts could win the title, wonders Tom English?
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After beating Celtic to go eight points clear, is it now time to seriously consider that Hearts could win the title, wonders Tom English?

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US journalist Chris Hedges argues that Trump’s plan won’t ‘thwart the genocidal project Israel intends to carry out’.

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta impressed by side after Eberechi Eze scored against former club beating Crystal Palace to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

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Hadush Kebatu was arrested in north London, two days after being mistakenly released from an Essex jail.

South Africa
Mazaleni walked away with the prestigious title at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria on Saturday night

South Africa
Electricity cables were recently damaged at a local water pump station in Tonga Village

South Africa
City officials have appealed to all its communities to exercise heightened vigilance

South Africa
His mother, Nofezile Nkwalase says they had high hopes for his future

World
The alleged leader of the scheme, a 77-year-old German man from Bavaria, also tried to sell counterfeit works supposedly by Frida Kahlo, Amadeo Modigliani and Peter Paul Rubens, authorities say.

World
China’s top trade negotiator, Li Chenggang, told reporters the two had reached a “preliminary consensus,” while Trump’s treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, said there was “a very successful framework.”

World
Donald Trump has claimed to have ended another war, this time between Thailand and Cambodia. But what does this latest agreement actually amount to?

World
The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range – though Western experts have questioned its value.

Africa
Cameroon opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary is adamant that he’s the winner of the presidential election.

Africa
Their neighbours, who raise livestock, told the family to get rid of the wild animal.

Africa
The flight showcased several sustainability initiatives, including upcycled blanket bags, headset covers and reusable cutlery to cut down on waste

Africa
The authorities say the high amount is needed to ensure only credible candidates take part.

Business
BusinessTech’s food basket comparison shows the cheapest retailer for basic groceries at the end of October 2025.

Business
US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs.

Business
New data shows that executive pay is on the rebound after a slow 2024. However, one position has seen a significant increase and could soon match or surpass that of CEOs.

Business
South African households are dumping DStv as more affordable and convenient streaming services gain traction.

Politics
Court set to rule on procedural fairness in ActionSA councillors’ dismissal.

Politics
The Foundation says some people are claiming to raise money for Zuma’s legal fees.

Politics
Albanese highlighted the systemic nature of oppression faced by Palestinians.

Politics
The book reflects on Phosa’s life story and that of the ANC

Sport
Rain prevents a result between Bangladesh and co-hosts India in the final group stage game of the Women’s World Cup as persistent rain has the final say.

Sport
Uncapped Saracens wing Noah Caluori is among the players named in Steve Borthwick’s 36-man England squad for the autumn internationals.

Sport
Madden were crowned Armagh senior football champions for the first time in their history as they produced an excellent display to score a 0-20 to 0-9 win over Cullyhanna at the Athletic Grounds.

Sport
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his team are finding the levels they had last season after following up an away victory at Tottenham with a 1-0 win at home over Manchester City.

Education
Lawsuit against Kamehameha schools by Students for Fair Admissions, a neoconservative non-profit, alleges discrimination against non-Hawaiians
Advocates for a private school system established to educate Native Hawaiians say a new lawsuit targeting the admissions process is an ugly attempt to ignore the wishes of a Hawaiian princess who bequeathed her inheritance to secure a brighter future for...
Education
In an unusual move, the university imposed a one-year ban on Colorado Academy for early-decision applications, which carry a commitment to attend.
Education
Spurred by titans like Amazon and OpenAI, California State wants to become the nation’s “largest A.I.-empowered” university.
Education
The Alpha Sigma Phi national organization permanently shut down its Rutgers chapter after concluding that hazing had occurred when a student was critically hurt this month.

Lifestyle
After divorcing former Miss South Africa Ntandoyenkosi Kunene, Khaya Mthethwa has gotten married again to Sine Ndlovu.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Ready to try fly-fishing South Africa? Learn how to cast, dress, and laugh your way through it, even if you don’t catch a thing.

Lifestyle
South Africa’s Department of Higher Education has passed a new policy allowing private institutions to be recognised as universities.
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Science/Tech
Cardano (ADA) is once again on traders’ radar as momentum builds in the altcoin space. With ADA’s steady price recovery and network expansion setting the stage for a potential drive toward the long-watched $1 mark, analysts say, hopes are rising that Cardano will finally transition from consolidation to breakout mode. As on-chain metrics point to […]
Science/Tech
Has AI just become an easy excuse for firms looking to downsize, asks CNBC:Fabian Stephany, assistant professor of AI and work at the Oxford Internet Institute, said there might be more to job cuts than meets the eye. Previously there may have been some stigma attached to using AI, but now companies are “scapegoating” the technology to take the fall for challenging business moves such as...

Science/Tech
XRP is trading in a precarious zone, and the XRP price prediction message is loud: a daily close below the key $2.38 mark might unleash a deeper drop. At the same time, the same macro forces that shape XRP’s journey are influencing an emerging token. Keep your eyes open and your fingers ready. XRP Price […]

Science/Tech
Electronic implants are helping people to see again. Their promise is profound, but so are the risks. Progress must be guided by ethics and accessibility
In medical terms, the eye is not the window to the soul, but to the mind. The retina and the optic nerve are outgrowths of neural tissue, and the remarkable success of electronic implants in restoring sight shows how far brain-computer...
Motoring

Motoring
Season finale at Zwartkops saw periods of red flags, numerous accidents and close, hard racing.

Motoring
As with the Toyota Tundra, both GMC models are converted and marketed without the direct support from parent company, General Motors.

Motoring
“I’m happy to be back on pole, it’s been a long time.”
Health
Inside the effort to pull minors from ‘the Blade,’ one of the most notorious sex-trafficking corridors in the United States.
Health
The recalled wipes were distributed in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Texas, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Health
Treating baby wraps with a mosquito repellent shows promising protection against a top killer of children.
Health
Genetic material pulled from 13 teeth found in a grave in Lithuania revealed infectious diseases that felled the French emperor’s troops as they withdrew from Russia.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.