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England’s Emilio Gay falls for eight on Test debut as he’s caught off the bowling of Kyle Jamieson with the home side 16-1 on the first morning of the first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s.

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Analyst cautions against the use of social media to spread misinformation or to trend and get likes

Mogotsi was arrested on 15 May on charges of defeating the ends of justice and perjury, among others

Police suspect the children were fed food laced with poison.

BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh.

If confirmed by the Senate, Trump’s former personal lawyer would become the administration’s number one prosecutor.

The producers of Don 3 had earlier complained that Singh’s alleged exit from the film had caused major financial losses.

BBC’s Will Grant got a first-hand look at security preparations in Monterrey, as the city gets ready to host four matches.

The opposition has called for protests after the president’s term in office was extended by a year.

A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him.

With a record 10 African sides in action at the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport Africa picks out some of the players to watch from the continent.

The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.

President Cyril Ramaphosa hosts President William Ruto of the Republic of Kenya on a state visit

Durban Serious Organised Crime Investigation Unit member Colonel Gavin Jacob continues testifying.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will host his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto at the Union Buildings.

Former Scotland striker Alan Brazil says he is “very, very lucky to be here” after recent liver transplant.

It’s been officially confirmed who will referee the Springboks’ first three Tests of the year against England, Scotland and Wales.

Orlando Pirates are reportedly closing in on several new signings while a number of players could be heading for the exit.

There are four senior South African coaches involved in the URC semi-finals, and it has not escaped the attention of Rassie Erasmus.

Ofqual chief says invigilators are being trained to detect devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces.

The union argues that instead of cutting teacher recruitment, the government should use falling pupil numbers to make class sizes smaller.

Civil rights scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw warns Birmingham City University’s decision part of extremist campaign that has ‘travelled across Atlantic’

A leading US civil rights scholar has urged Birmingham City University (BCU) to reverse its decision to close its black studies course, comparing it with the attack on diversity, equity and inclusion in the US.

Kimberlé Crenshaw, a professor of law...

Madlanga to half a mil richer: South Africans have flooded a BackaBuddy campaign to raise funds to buy Hawks Karl Sander a new coffee machine.

The Magistrates Commission will continue to investigate former chief magistrate Tuleto Tonjeni despite her retirement on Friday.

Ithuba told The Citizen that delays in prize payments cannot be attributed to them.

Still to be officially launched, Ford revealed pricing of the facelift Territory in March as an entrant it says “redefines…

“I just kept working. I knew I could still do it. It was just little things I had to work on,” said the Bulls scrumhalf after receiving his award.

AI boosts productivity for SA’s workforce, but significantly increases cognitive load and workplace mental strain, a study finds.

From app-controlled security to electronic shifting and radar alerts, Segway’s Myon may have more tech than you need. That’s not always a bad thing.

The online retailer brings the membership programme to the local market, promising shopping and entertainment benefits.

Further specifications, pricing and availability details will be announced at the official South African launch of the Ora 5 in July 2026.

A young man from Darwen who lost his father realised he needed support so decided to start a walking group

As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Women taking the drug tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.