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Tech firms had ‘enough time’ says Nandy, ahead of social media announcement
The prime minister is expected to announce measures on protecting teenagers online on Monday.

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Watch: MOD video shows Russian shadow fleet tanker interception
British armed forces boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel.

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Smaller than Isle of Man & huge Dutch influence: Curacao making history
Curacao has possibly been most famous for its alcoholic drink of the same name – but now the nation is ready to announce itself at the World Cup.

South Africa
ANCYL member killed, another wounded in EC pharmacy shooting
The three victims allegedly arrived at the pharmacy to purchase masks.
South Africa
Minister promotes SA tourism offering in Mexico
Minister promotes SA tourism offering in Mexico
As part of efforts to expand market access and streamline travel through digital innovation, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has met with Mexico’s Vice Secretary of Tourism, Dr Nathalie Desplas Puel, and the Secretary of Tourism of Mexico City, Alejandra Frausto, to showcase South Africa’s tourism offering.“During the opening...
South Africa
Sibiya leads joint compliance blitz in Tshwane
Sibiya leads joint compliance blitz in Tshwane
Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour Jomo Sibiya has led a multidisciplinary high-impact inspection blitz targeting labour law violations, immigration non-compliance, and related criminal activities in Tshwane.Conducted on Friday, the inspection formed part of government’s intensified enforcement strategy following resolutions of...

South Africa
George Kusch claims Comrades Marathon men’s title
Kusch has produced a superb performance to claim his maiden Comrades title

World
Armed men kidnap high-ranking security official in Haiti
James Boyard’s abduction is the highest-ranking abduction in the violence-wracked country in recent years, according to reports.

World
‘The greatest day of my life’ – Knicks fans celebrate in San Antonio
New York’s basketball team won the NBA championship for the first time in over 50 years after beating the Spurs in Texas.

World
Nigerian author accuses hospital of stalling review into her son’s death
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.

World
Vincent’s parents ‘never say he’s good enough’ – so he turned to a middle-aged couple online
A niche group of content creators called “virtual parents” have become hugely popular among young people.

Africa
Mother finds body of missing son two days after Kenya’s Ebola quarantine centre protests
Sylvester Muigai Ndung’u was in Nanyuki to fetch a school uniform on Tuesday, his mother says.

Africa
‘Surrender or face full force’ of state, Nigerian president warns armed groups
Bola Tinubu was addressing the nation on Democracy Day, marking the return to civilian rule in 1999.

Africa
‘Nightmare from start to finish’ for South Africa in opener
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.

Africa
London council takes possession of property linked to Sierra Leone’s First Lady
Southwark Council in south London takes possession of a property linked to Sierra Leone’s Fatima Bio.
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Business
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Business

Politics
Zuma expected to deliver eulogy at the funeral of Ntshingila
Jacob Zuma is expected to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of Edward Ntshingila

Politics
The SACP in Limpopo has announced its new leadership
The South African Communist Party (SACP) in Limpopo has announced its new leadership

Politics
Hill-Lewis pledges more affordable housing for Cape Town
Geordin Hill-Lewis says reliable and affordable services are high up on the list of his priorities.

Politics
Zuma urges black South Africans to vote to liberate themselves
Zuma says the solution to end the suffering of the masses is to vote.

Sport
Former NFL defensive end Smith dies aged 36
Former defensive end Aldon Smith, who played for the San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys, has died.

Sport
How a hospital dream transformed adaptive mountain biking
After suffering major nerve damage in a crash, mountain biker Tom Wheeler created adaptive technology that has helped him and other disabled riders return to the sport.

Sport
Derry weren’t good enough in Meath loss – Meenagh
Derry manager Ciaran Meenagh admits his side have “no complaints” after their All-Ireland campaign came to an end with a 1-24 to 1-20 defeat by Meath.

Sport
How much did record-breaking Comrades Marathon winners earn?
George Kusche and Gerda Steyn secured record-breaking Comrades Marathon victories on Sunday, and deservedly claimed big winnings.
Education
Legal and Lobbying Costs Surge as Universities Face Trump Pressure
Some universities’ tax returns showed that their legal bills had more than doubled. Others reported that their spending on lobbying had risen at least fivefold.

Education
UK government announces £132.5m after-school clubs package
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...
Education
Threats, Free Speech and the Case Against U. of Michigan Activists
Prosecutors accused eight pro-Palestinian activists with ties to the university of conspiring to threaten campus leaders and others.

Education
Pioneering UK Nerve Lab harnesses AI to map effect of children’s screen time
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...

Lifestyle
World’s first trillionaire: Meet all Elon Musk’s kids, their moms
South African-born tech entreprenur Elon Musk become the world’s first trillionaire, take a look at his 14 kids and their moms…

Lifestyle
Trouble in paradise? Andile Mpisane’s wife sparks split rumours
Andile Mpisane’s wife Tamia has fuelled rumours that they have split, less than five years after their shotgun wedding…

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

Lifestyle
Psychologist on Connor Niske death: ‘Mental illness does not discriminate’
A mental health professional has weighed into the shock death of Parklands College head boy Connor Niske…

Entertainment
Cheetahs target double signing
The Cheetahs have prepared for the Currie Cup by hosting the Toyota Challenge, which this year featured three international teams in Romania A, Black Lion from Georgia and Portuguese side Lusitanos.

Entertainment
Williams vows Bafana will improve against Czechia
‘We will train at that intensity and keep grinding,’ the Bafana captain told SportyTV

Entertainment
Pressure mounts on Didiza as Ramaphosa seeks to stop Phala Phala impeachment inquiry
The speaker is facing a decision of whether to oppose both the president’s interdict and review applications.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
London startup to trial drug to prevent cancer therapy side-effect ‘cytokine storm’
Poolbeg Pharma to test the treatment in NHS hospitals and says it is also developing a GLP-1 weight loss pill
A London-based startup is about to trial a drug at six NHS hospitals that could stop people on cancer immunotherapy getting a life-threatening side-effect.
Poolbeg Pharma said its oral drug POLB 001 could make treatment for blood cancer safer by preventing cytokine release syndrome...

Science/Tech
The Strait of Hormuz Has Been Closed for 100 Days. Why Aren’t Oil Prices Higher?
President Donald Trump says a secret mission moved 100 million barrels of oil through the blocked Strait of Hormuz. That number is impossible to verify.

Science/Tech
Laduora Duo 4-in-1 Red Light Therapy Scalp and Hair Care Device Review: Custom Goals
This handheld device combines red light therapy, microcurrents, sonic vibration, warmth, and a serum to support healthy hair growth.
Science/Tech
Merger Cleared, David Ellison to Join Trump at U.F.C. Bout
A U.F.C. fight on President Trump’s birthday will now double as a capstone for Paramount’s successful effort to secure Justice Department approval for a mega media merger.
Motoring
Motoring
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Motoring
Health
Scientists Race to Test Treatments as Ebola Outbreak Widens
Trials are beginning on several drugs that have shown promise in preliminary studies against the virus that is causing the current outbreak.

Health
‘Amazing’ toy scanner eases children’s MRI anxiety
Children can test the new miniature replica of an MRI machine on different toys.

Health
College opens lifelike hospital training ward
The aim of the Hele Road ward is to give students hands-on experience with equipment and patients.

Health
Major A&E changes announced amid strikes
Patients have been urged to only attend A&E if their condition is life-threatening or serious.