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Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
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BOOK EXCERPT: Glimpses of Montagu: One of the most attractive mountain towns in the Klein Karoo
Driving east through Cogmanskloof on Route 62, the first town you find is Montagu, spread out like a shiny welcome mat into the Klein Karoo.
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South Africa
Police pursue leads in hunt for suspects in Cleveland mass killing
Residents suspect that the shooting is linked to a turf war between groups of illegal miners

South Africa
Limpopo MEC sends warning to illegal initiation schools
The MEC officially launched the initiation season in Polokwane today.

South Africa
Chaos erupts at Modack trial as accused walk out
Toufeek Brown and other accused walked out of the courtroom, hurling profanities.

South Africa
Deputy Mayor to appear in court for discharging gun in public
Viral videos on social media showed Kolwapi firing a weapon several times into the air.

World
Watch: Historic US-Canada border library gets new Quebec-only entrance
The Trump administration in 2025 paused the use of the famous Haskell Library’s main entrance on the US side, which had been used by both countries for decades.

World
An Everest guide’s miraculous survival raises questions for tourism industry
Why was a cook leading clients up the world’s highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself?

World
Watch: Thousands fill Barcelona streets for Pope Leo visit
Pope Leo XIV visited Barcelona’s iconic Sagrada Família basilica as part of his week-long visit to Spain.

World
French singer Patrick Bruel faces rape charges
Bruel has been placed under judicial investigation, which means an examining magistrate will look more deeply into the case.

Africa
When will an African side win the World Cup?
Morocco became Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

Africa
Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?
Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Africa
Ghanaian women defy odds to get Cambridge degrees
Scholarships help three women who grew up in poverty complete master’s qualifications in the UK.

Africa
Kenyan police fire tear gas at protest against US Ebola quarantine centre plan
Protesters are concerned about cross-border infection risks and the lack of transparency from the government about the treatment centre.

Business
Parents find lifeline in 50p kids’ clothes shop
A second-hand shop selling cheap baby clothes sees rising demand as families cut costs.

Business
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

Business
‘A little goes a long way’: New York’s candy stores sweeten economic gloom
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple’s sweet shops are expanding.

Business
I’d have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary
Peter Kyle’s comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.

Politics
MPs question Major General Rhoode’s conduct in Phala Phala matter
The Phala Phala farm burglary came under scrutiny from the Portfolio Committee on Police.

Politics
MKP says worried about possible political killings ahead of elections
Sibonelo Nomvalo says the MK P believes some of its members are being targeted for political reasons

Politics
Nyhontso to take legal action against March and March’s Ndabandaba
Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso set to take legal action againsts social activist Nkosinathi Ndabandaba

Politics
DA announces its mayoral pledge for City of Ekurhuleni
The Democratic Alliance has announced its mayoral pledge for the city of Ekurhuleni.

Sport
How much did the Messi-Ronaldo rivalry drive them both?
Focusing on two iconic celebrations, we look at how much the rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo drove them both.

Sport
Bafana on Thursday, Bulls on Friday: Kick off times
Bafana Bafana open their World Cup campaign on Thursday, while the Bulls contest for the URC title on Friday. Here are the kick off times.

Sport
‘It was like being in Cardiff – there were Welsh fans everywhere’
Wales faced Slovakia in their first match at Euro 2016 on 11 June – then Wales boss Chris Coleman relives that day in Bordeaux a decade ago.

Sport
Arsenal in hunt for Williams – Thursday’s gossip
Arsenal in the hunt for Nico Williams, Juventus open talks with Aston Villa over deal for Emiliano Martinez, Paris St-Germain chase Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise.
Education
Sudan: Unicef – All Sudanese Students Must Have Equal Opportunity to Sit National Exams Wherever They Are
[Unicef] Nairobi — Statement by UNICEF Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa Etleva Kadilli
Education
Nigeria: Edo Shuts Down Schools As Leaked SSS Memo Warns of Planned Abduction of Schoolchildren
[Premium Times] Hours after the Edo State Governor boasted that kidnappers can continue kidnapping but there will be no vacancy at Aso Rock, an SSS intelligence report surfaced in the public, warning of a planned mass abduction of schoolchildren in Edo North.
Education
Zimbabwe: Seven Children Die in Gweru Kombi Fire
[263Chat] Seven children have died after a commuter omnibus carrying pupils from Matongo Primary School caught fire in Gweru on Wednesday afternoon, police have said.

Education
Children hit by parents more likely to bully others, research finds
The UCL study also found physically punished children were more likely to struggle in school
Children smacked by their parents struggle to get good exam results and are more likely to bully others, causing a negative impact on society, according to new research calling for smacking to be banned.
The study by University College London (UCL) found that children in England who were physically...
Lifestyle
[WATCH] Livid Mel Viljoen storms off after being called a ‘shoplifter’
Mel Viljoen was left seeing red after being questioned over reports she and husband Peet had stolen items from a US supermarket.
Lifestyle
Bafana vs Mexico: Internet famous cat predicts winner [video]
Social media animal oracle, Nimbus the cat, has revealed its prediction for the FIFA World Cup opening match between Bafana and Mexico.
Lifestyle
Naledi Aphiwe reflects on mother’s memories after gravesite visit
Musician, Naledi Aphiwe, took to Instagram and reflected on her mother’s memories after her gravesite visit on Monday,
Lifestyle
Inquest into death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske
An inquest into the death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske is underway. Here’s what police have revealed…

Entertainment
Lawyers accused ANC of contempt as members fight suspension notice
3 members who halted provincial conference now targeted by PTT, with lawyers warning Fikile Mbalula risks contempt over withheld data.

Entertainment
The hidden cost of South Africa’s mines
Unless the abandoned mines are rehabilitated and closed, there is a very real possibility of an earthquake, tremor or sinkhole destroying property and lives.

Entertainment
Exclusive 771kW Novitec Lamborghini Revuelto unveiled
Novitec has taken the Lamborghini Revuelto and made it even more powerful, faster and sought after than ever.

Entertainment
Tshwane runs out of cash as 67 sinkholes swallow Centurion
Deputy mayor says categorisation is a problem and burst pipe may kill, while province fixes only four of thousands of sinkholes.

Science/Tech
Trouble at Xbox
Microsoft’s Xbox division is reportedly planning major layoffs next month and significant cuts to marketing and other budgets.

Science/Tech
Millions of homes in London, Essex and Kent at risk of sinking as climate crisis worsens
Analysis pinpoints areas most vulnerable to hotter, drier weather causing ground to shrink and drag foundations down
Millions of homes are at risk from climate-related subsidence, according toan analysis by the British Geological Survey (BGS).
As hotter, drier summers driven by global heating become more frequent, the ground under houses can shrink and drag down a property’s foundations. The...

Science/Tech
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Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more top coupons from WIRED.

Science/Tech
Home Depot Promo Codes: 50% Off in June 2026
Save up to 50% today with the latest Home Depot promo codes for appliances, power tools, and more this June.
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Motoring
BMW widens M2’s traction wheelprint by adding all-wheel drive
M2 xDrive has been approved for South Africa from the fourth quarter of the year.
Health
Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Seniors Access to Special Care, Analysis Shows
Two reports by U.S. investigators reveal how Medicare Advantage is quick to reject requests for short-term nursing home or inpatient rehab services.
Health
‘Clumsy Diplomacy’: Inside the U.S.-Kenya Feud Over an Ebola Camp
Hundreds of Kenyans have marched through the streets to oppose a quarantine facility that would be reserved exclusively for American patients.

Health
Author on benefits of investing in children’s mental health
Dr Monique Lynch-Jonah has launched the Healthy Minds Kids Series. The collection of picture books aims to help children aged seven to 12 develop emotional wellbeing, confidence, resilience, and positive mental health from an early age.

Health
Advanced radiotherapy for prostate cancer to cut sessions from 20 to five
Some men in England with the disease will now be offered an advanced form of treatment on the NHS.