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British man jailed after trying to spy for Russia
Howard Phillips’s ex-wife said he dreamt of being like James Bond and was infatuated with MI6.
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Howard Phillips’s ex-wife said he dreamt of being like James Bond and was infatuated with MI6.

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The group were reported missing before being found in crashed car near Newport Road.

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Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca defends his rotation policy after criticism from former England captain Wayne Rooney.

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Aid worker Caroline Willemen describes Israel’s bureaucratic barriers that prevent trucks from entering Gaza.

South Africa
Three men accused of murdering an ANC councillor face charges of murder and ammunition.

South Africa
Ministers will discuss AIDS eradication, equal pay, and ending workplace violence in healthcare.

South Africa
Morocco is on the brink of a sweeping digital transformation with the introduction of “Digital X.0,” a landmark framework law that will redefine how the country manages data, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital services across both public and private sectors. The draft legislation—currently under review by the General Secretariat of the Government—was presented by Amal […]

South Africa
The Johannesburg Emergency Services says it has activated its disaster management teams.
World
North Korea fired at least one ballistic missile, Seoul’s military said, around a week after US President Donald Trump approved South Korea’s plan to build a nuclear-powered submarine.
World
Republicans in the US Senate have voted down legislation that would have required US President Donald Trump to obtain congressional approval for any military attacks on Venezuela.

World
Authorities say the explosion occurred during Friday prayers at a mosque inside a high school complex.

World
For a decade, political support for Israel has come from conservative Christians. But now isolationism and antisemitism are changing the tone.

Africa
The reported strikes come as the military-led government says it would be wary of agreeing to a ceasefire.

Africa
Some Kenyans have reportedly been killed, injured and others detained by Tanzanian security officers.

Africa
This follows confirmation by a global hunger monitor that famine conditions are spreading in conflict zones.

Africa
The US leader has repeatedly accused South Africa of persecuting its white minority – which Pretoria denies.

Business
The South African Reserve Bank has sanctioned eZaga Remit for failing to comply with the FIC Act.

Business
Shares in the property website sink after it cuts profit forecasts to step up investment in AI.

Business
For South Africa’s investors, the ability to access global markets has never been more essential.

Business
Public sector organisations have increased infrastructure spending by R42 billion in one year, with Eskom leading the charge.

Politics
EMPD Chief Jabulani Mapiyeye is testifying before the Madlanga Commission.

Politics
Malusi Gigaba handed himself over to police in Pretoria on Friday morning.

Politics
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been accused of meddling in police investigations.

Politics
Ekurhuleni metro police chief Jabulani Mapiyeye continues to testify before the Madlanga Commission

Sport
The result of the clash between the Springboks and France could have a big impact on the world rankings, and here is all the key info.

Sport
The BBC will broadcast ties between Boreham Wood and Newport County and Sutton United v Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup second round.

Sport
Australia’s Carlo Tizzano says he cannot understand criticism from ex-players who claimed he feigned injury during the Lions series.

Sport
Rassie Erasmus believes that Siya Kolisi’s humble nature is what has turned him into one of the great leaders of South Africa.
Education
[This Day] In just one year, the TechMinds Girls Empowerment Foundation (TMG Empower) has positioned itself as one of Africa’s most inspiring movements for gender inclusion in technology.
Education
[Namibian] Namibia risks producing more graduates than the market can absorb if free tertiary education is not linked to employability and practical training, experts have warned.
Education
[Namibian] Two white pupils who dressed up in blackface at a Halloween party in Windhoek have been suspended following a public outcry. One of the pupils, a cyclist, has also lost his sponsorship following the incident.
Education
Many East Germans are more sympathetic toward Moscow than their western compatriots, reflecting decades of Soviet ties and disillusionment since reunification.
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Every spring, Pretoria transforms into a haze of lavender and lilac as more than 70 000 jacaranda trees burst into bloom.

Lifestyle
Rhodes Memorial in Cape Town is both controversial and iconic. Here’s how this monument came to be and why some people wish to get rid of it.
Entertainment
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Science/Tech
As investors look for the best crypto to buy now, two heavyweights — XRP and Solana (SOL) — remain at the centre of the conversation. Both assets continue to attract strong community support and institutional interest, yet a growing number of traders are also keeping an eye on Remittix (RTX). The project recently raised $28 […]

Science/Tech
Fezile Dhlamini describes himself as born and bred in Soweto, exported to the suburbs, and matured in various parts of South Africa.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from BleepingComputer: The U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO) confirms it suffered a cybersecurity incident after a suspected foreign hacker breached its network, potentially exposing sensitive data. In a statement shared with BleepingComputer, CBO spokesperson Caitlin Emma confirmed the “security incident” and said the agency acted quickly to contain it....

Science/Tech
The best college laptops are portable, come with great battery life, and have enough performance for schoolwork of any kind.
Motoring

Motoring
Going on-sale next year in Europe, the Twingo is not expected to return to South Africa at any stage.
Motoring

Motoring
Locally made X3 range now offers four and six-cylinder petrol, turbodiesel and plug-in hybrid powertrain options.
Health
Even those opposed to President Trump were encouraged by his announcement of a discount on I.V.F. drugs, a policy that followed months of complex negotiations.

Health
Dr Mark Watson is suspended for licking beer from a younger colleague’s cleavage.

Health
Rules about administering drugs such as Botox and Mounjaro have not kept up, says Wales’ regulator.
Health
Seven complaints, filed on Thursday, claim the popular chatbot encouraged dangerous discussions and led to mental breakdowns.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.