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Zoe Kleinman: Why the AI industry is the real winner of the Musk-Altman trial
The trial in Oakland, California has helped lift the veil on the AI sector – and the huge egos of the men at the heart of it.
TUESDAY, 19 MAY 2026, 13:15

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The trial in Oakland, California has helped lift the veil on the AI sector – and the huge egos of the men at the heart of it.

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The Vehicle Testing Association, in association with the Retail Motor Industry Organisation, has urged motorists to look after their vehicles’ braking systems.

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Nadia Marcinko is relatively unknown but may soon be called before US legislators.

South Africa
The farmers say their livestock is infected by stray buffaloes that roam the area.

South Africa
The National Orders is underway at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria.
South Africa
Protecting initiates’ lives and restoring the dignity of customary initiation
By Legadima Leso, Head of Communications, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Each year, as the winter and summer initiation seasons approach across South Africa, thousands of young people prepare for one of the most significant moments of their lives: customary initiation. For generations,...
South Africa
PSC welcomes sharpened legislation
By Sihle Manda
The Public Service Commission Amendment Bill is poised to become one of the most consequential reforms in South Africa’s public administration landscape.
Should it see light of day, the legislation will significantly expand the authority of the Public Service Commission (PSC), strengthening oversight across national, provincial...

World
The two were among four divers located in the furthest chamber in the cave and their bodies were recovered by specialist divers.

World
In tennis, clay has a reputation for being one of the harder surfaces to play on. But a few pros shared some of their tips for staying sharp.

World
A 90-year-old Palestinian man in Gaza says his life has never felt safe as he recalls displacements and wars

World
Police say a 25-year-old man is suspected of killing his parents and injuring four others in southern Spain.

Africa
A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Africa
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

Africa
New research links rural solar adoption to mobile money use, while raising concerns about inequality

Africa
Francis Ngannou reaffirmed his claim as the best heavyweight in the world with a first-round knockout win over Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Business
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) play a critical role in South Africa’s economy, driving job creation, innovation, and growth across industries. But in today’s environment, running a business is not just about growth – it’s about navigating pressure.

Business
The National Department of Health says the latest ruling by the Constitutional Court, axing the state’s “Certificate of Need”, has nothing to do with the NHI.

Business
The SNP leader says the proposed price cap on basic foodstuffs is not intended to force a fight with the UK government.

Business
A country has issued an evacuation notice for its people in South Africa amid escalating safety concerns.

Politics
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has axed Nhlamulo Ndhlela as its national spokesperson and MP with immediate effect, appointing the former editor of ‘The Star’, Sifiso Mahlangu, as his replacement

Politics
National Orders are the highest civilian honours that South Africa bestows on its citizens.

Politics
The announcement was made during a media briefing in Durban on Monday evening.

Politics
The party says Sipho ‘ES’ Mbatha is alleged to have extorted money from individuals.

Sport
A date with destiny.

Sport
Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone returns to the England squad for the crucial Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Ukraine.

Sport
It’s not a simple as it sounds.

Sport
Everything you need to know about Oleksandr Usyk’s world title defence against Rico Verhoeven in Egypt on Saturday.

Education
Holding a flashcard for chemistry or further maths fills me with a unique kind of horror. Does anyone really understand this?
There’s a chart doing the rounds on social media, ranking philosophers by how punk they are. Hobbes and Heidegger, it says, are “basically a cop”; while for Dionysus the Renegade, Marx and Parmenide, it declares: “They’re not punk, punk is them.” I have no...
Education
Using facial-recognition technology, scholars have concluded that a 500-year-old drawing labeled “Anna Bollein Queen” more likely showed her mother, Elizabeth Howard.
Education
Historically Black colleges and universities hold steady against the churn of political retreat and cultural amnesia.
Education
As some college Republicans invite white nationalists into their organizations, other young conservatives have recoiled. The divide could affect upcoming elections.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
The SRD grant is a monthly payment administered by SASSA to assist unemployed and financially vulnerable people in South Africa.

Lifestyle
Katleho Moahloli has nothing to show after the R18m inheritance his grandfather left for him and his mother was squandered on gambling and wasteful spending.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Cogta stated that it had identified 100 municipal officials in three years that were unqualified or linked to financial irregularities.

Entertainment
Zozi Tunzi’s appointment reflects the growing stature of Miss Universe Zimbabwe and signals organisers’ ambition to deliver a world-class production.
Entertainment

Entertainment
The rainy weather is likely to affect traffic conditions, with motorists urged to take precautions on the province’s roads.

Science/Tech
Recreation.gov was supposed to make access to public lands more equitable and streamlined. Instead, it’s rife with bots and inequality, while a government contractor benefits.

Science/Tech
Reliable connectivity has become essential for South African SMEs wanting to meet the expectations of modern digital consumers. [JOHANNESBURG, 19 MAY 2026] – In a digital-first market, customer experience is increasingly shaped by the quality of the connectivity sitting behind it. For a small business, customer experience often lives in everyday moments. […]

Science/Tech
The used-car dealer turns to artificial intelligence and data analytics as Chinese car brands squeeze margins.

Science/Tech
The hedge fund billionaire turned gubernatorial candidate wants to tax California’s ultrawealthy, regulate AI, and keep Silicon Valley happy at the same time. Good luck with that.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
President Trump announced the addition of 600 medicines to his online drugstore as he appeals to Americans concerned about high drug prices and affordability.
Health
Early surveillance and testing failed to identify Bundibugyo, a rare species of Ebola responsible for the current outbreak.
Health
Louisiana wants the Food and Drug Administration to curtail access to the medication. Doing so could cost Republicans at the polls.
Health
Doctor’s visits for children’s anxiety rose by more than 250 percent over 10 years, according to a study of nearly two million children.