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John McGinn’s goal was enough as Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 at the Boston Stadium to record their first win at a World Cup for 36 years.

The Knicks clinched the title against the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of the best-of-seven series.

Scotland’s John McGinn says his “scuffed” goal which downed Haiti in their World Cup opener leaves him “beaming with pride”.

To avoid delays, road users have been urged to find alternative routes.

Xaba says an initial fleet of seven buses has been provided.

The distraught mother of the child, Yolisa Yena says the teachers did not even bother to call her.

The SADC says the bloc must strengthen intra-regional trade and enhance regional value chains.

Adichie’s 21-month old son died in a Lagos hospital, which she says is trying to stop an inquest into the circumstances of his death.

A niche group of content creators called “virtual parents” have become hugely popular among young people.

Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar’s death highlights continuing security challenges facing parts of the country.

The World Cup officially kicked off this week – but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

Sylvester Muigai Ndung’u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.

Bola Tinubu was addressing the nation on Democracy Day, marking the return to civilian rule in 1999.

Former captain Dean Furman says South Africa were “miles off it” in their World Cup opener against Mexico, as many on the continent ‘hate-watch’ Bafana Bafana.

Southwark Council in south London takes possession of a property linked to Sierra Leone’s Fatima Bio.

Eleri Williams started out selling her dad’s old football shirts and has just opened her own shop.

Geordin Hill-Lewis says reliable and affordable services are high up on the list of his priorities.

Zuma says the solution to end the suffering of the masses is to vote.

Mapaila says he does not aspire to occupy public office or become a top government official.

James was unveiled as the party’s candidate during a launch in Hanover Park on the Cape Flats.

Shemaine Campbelle finishes unbeaten on 90 as West Indies chase down 163 to beat defending champions New Zealand by seven wickets in Southampton in their opening match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Defending champions New Zealand have a day to forget in the field in their opening match of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, as they drop six chances against the West Indies, with their opponents taking full advantage, as they sealed a seven-wicket win in Southampton.

Brazil’s Vinicius Jr fires home a “lightning bolt” of a strike to level up the scores in against Morocco in their Group C match in the 2026 World Cup.

There have been calls for Fifa to release the VAR images after a potential – and controversial – offside call during Qatar’s World Cup draw with Switzerland.

Funding for extracurricular activities comes as ministers prepare to introduce social media restrictions for under-16s

The government has announced a £132.5m funding package for after-school clubs as ministers prepare to introduce expected restrictions on social media use for under-16s.

The programme is designed to expand access to enrichment activities in schools, with funding for clubs...

Other projects include developing tools to help visually impaired people navigate video games

Parents are constantly being told to limit their children’s screen time. But when it comes to deciphering which films or TV shows are best suited to developing minds, the guidance remains largely one-size-fits-all. A relatively slow-paced programme such as Bluey offers a very different viewing...

Andile Mpisane’s wife Tamia has fuelled rumours that they have split, less than five years after their shotgun wedding…

Six excluded Bafana Bafana players turned down an offer from Gayton McKenzie to travel to the FIFA World Cup as spectators.

A mental health professional has weighed into the shock death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske…

The Jetour T1 has welcomed a more powerful and fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid derivative to the range.

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Children can test the new miniature replica of an MRI machine on different toys.

The aim of the Hele Road ward is to give students hands-on experience with equipment and patients.

Patients have been urged to only attend A&E if their condition is life-threatening or serious.