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The prize marks the second-largest US lottery jackpot ever won.

He invokes the wartime spirit in his annual speech, delivered from Westminster Abbey.

The first 2025 Christmas baby was welcomed at Elim hospital in Limpopo, at midnight.

‘No person may consume, brew, store or sell any alcohol at city-owned parks or public open spaces.’

In his Christmas message, Zuma also encouraged young people to refrain from substance abuse.

During his first Christmas Day message, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the suffering in Gaza, Yemen and among migrants, and called for peace in troubled regions like Lebanon, Ukraine and Syria.

Pope Leo calls for an end to conflicts around the world in Christmas speech.

A group of hobbyists in Belgium make drones that help on the frontline of a war.

With a ceasefire in place in Gaza, Bethlehem in the West Bank is resuming its festive Christmas celebrations.

Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

South Africans can expect a modest salary increase in 2026.

Grace Trust says it offers the Christmas spirit all year to people on Jersey who are struggling.

The combined net worth of seven of South Africa’s wealthiest individuals stood at $41 billion (R687.5 billion) at the end of 2025.

Bloemfontein’s property market remains the cheapest among all of South Africa’s metros, making it incredibly popular with young buyers.

Community activist Mario “Gatto” Wanza died on Wednesday at the age of 59.

It argues that the plans threaten marine life and could negatively impact the tourism sector

Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.

Wales international scrum-half Tomos Williams is to join Saracens for 2025-26 after completing two seasons at Gloucester at the end of the current campaign.

Two devoted scarecrows plan the perfect wedding – until a rival threatens everything.

John Robertson, who has died aged 72, was dubbed “the Picasso of football” and made Brian Clough’s great Nottingham Forest side tick, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

The NFL post-season may be without Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow, but what went wrong for the star quarterbacks, and who is most likely to bounce back?

Kateryna Endeberia says teachers made the ‘hurtful’ request when she had difficulty with other subjects

A Ukrainian refugee has been forced to drop out of sixth-form college after she said she was put under pressure to study Russian.

Kateryna Endeberia moved to Stoke-on-Trent after fleeing Ukraine in 2022, after the start of Russia’s invasion.

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King Charles III recorded his fourth Christmas from Westminster Abbey.

Siya Kolisi’s alleged girlfriend Rachel John shared her plans for Christmas this year… is the Springboks captain included?

One of the reasons Siya Kolisi left The Sharks was to spend more time with family, where is his alleged girlfriend from?

It seems Siya Kolisi may have confirmed rumours that he is dating 24-year-old influencer Rachel John, a year after split from Rachel Kolisi.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 26 December 2025.

A dispute over music reportedly preceded a deadly shooting at the Mpumalanga tavern, claiming two lives.

Tens of thousands have been killed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and millions forced to flee their homes.

AFCON organisers quietly ease access rules to improve the atmosphere at sparsely attended matches in Morocco.

We can share images and sounds, so why not smells? Dr Kate McLean-MacKenzie hopes her new atlas will make scents

Christmas may be associated with the aromas of oranges and mince pies but our towns and cities also boast special scents during the rest of the year. Now, one researcher is publishing an atlas attempting to capture these quirky “smellscapes”.

Dr Kate McLean-MacKenzie, a designer and...

While car insurance is vital, motorists don’t need to spend an excessive amount on monthly premiums.

TopAuto’s trusted reputation gives brands an unmatched ability to target active car buyers.

The Kruger National Park is home to a luxurious hotel situated on an old railway bridge overlooking a river.

BYD and Chery are crushing other major Chinese car brands in South Africa, according to a recent report by Press Pulse.

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.