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Ex-Labour councillor charged in Westminster ‘honeytrap’ case
The charges relate to alleged WhatsApp messages sent to people within Westminster circles.
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The charges relate to alleged WhatsApp messages sent to people within Westminster circles.
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The visit comes as both the US and UK leaders face fallout over the furore surrounding Jeffrey Epstein.
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Sizwe Dhlomo publicly mocked The Kiffness’ claim that he lost a R500,000 brand campaign after defending Charlie Kirk, sparking debate.
South Africa
Three suspects are accused of stealing $580 000 from Phala Phala farm in Bela Bela.
South Africa
Corrections Week to kick off next week
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will observe Corrections Week from 22 to 28 September 2025.The week is aimed at promoting awareness and understanding of South Africa’s corrections system.“Corrections Week is premised on at least two notions: firstly, that rehabilitation, and not punishment, works in correcting offending...
South Africa
CPF’s Norman Jantjes says they have noticed an increase in coordinated attacks.
South Africa
The learner says fellow learners and the principal were mocking her.
World
The United Nations nuclear watchdog and Iran have offered seemingly contradictory statements regarding a deal to resume cooperation on Tehran’s nuclear programme.
World
A German national under investigation in the disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann 18 years ago was freed from prison Wednesday after serving a sentence in an unrelated case, police said.
World
For NPR’s Word of the Week, we’re getting hot: During the Ottoman Empire, people used devices called “zarfs” to hold their coffee cups. Here’s what to know about this word’s history.
World
President Trump is in the U.K. Wednesday for a rare second state visit that will include pageantry, policy and protests.
Africa
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.
Africa
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.
Africa
Tanzania’s 2025 general elections campaign has taken a dramatic turn after the removal of the Alliance for Change and Transparency (ACT Wazalendo) party’s candidate — former minister and outspoken legislator Luhaga Mpina — from the presidential race. The decision announced by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) is widely seen as strengthening President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s […]
Africa
If the Department of State Policy Provisions Act is passed into law, the US will support Zimbabwe borrowing money from international lenders such as the World Bank
Business
National Treasury has outlined the significant VAT changes contained in the draft Tax Laws Amendment Bill as well as its plans to modernise South Africa’s VAT regime.
Business
Business
Business
The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
Politics
Motau says in phase three, Mkhwanazi will be recalled back, where his testimony will be tested.
Politics
The MK Party has questioned the timing of the commission’s commencement
Politics
Thapelo Matlala is accused of corruption and interfering in supply chain processes.
Politics
Ramaphosa admitted that the best-run municipalities and towns are those governed by the DA.
Sport
Some Kaizer Chiefs supporters are calling on the club to place Nabi on leave and allow Ben Youssef to continue where he left off.
Sport
After four rounds of the Rugby Championship, these are the players we think would make a ‘mixed team’ of the tournament so far.
Sport
The Springbok Women touched down in South Africa to a rapturous welcome on Tuesday after completing their most successful RWC campaign to date.
Sport
The MTN8 – as we know the cup competition today – was first contested back in 1972 and this season was the 51st edition.
Education
The Trump administration ratcheted up demands on the university system over the summer.
Education
As a college leader, I know better than most that we must encourage controversial speakers, not silence them.
Education
Drone attacks have become ubiquitous in warfare. We’ll find experts to answer your questions.
Education
[Nile Post] Schools in Ntungamo District opened for third term with low student turnout after parents withheld their children following reports of a teachers’ strike.
Lifestyle
Sizwe Dhlomo publicly scoffs as The Kiffness claims he lost a R500,000 brand campaign after defending Charlie Kirk, sparking debate.
Lifestyle
A man appeared before the Worcester Magistrate’s Court this week for the illegal possession of abalone and other marine life.
Lifestyle
Nandipha Magudumana’s husband Mkhuseli Magudumana has commented on her alleged affair with convicted criminal Thabo Bester…
Lifestyle
Local is lekker AND life-saving. Celebrate Heritage Month by giving the gift of blood to your fellow South Africans.
Entertainment
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Entertainment
Layla says the incident is yet another example of her “bad luck” as she is always the one to experience mishaps.
Science/Tech
Yoco co-founders Lungisa Matshoba and Bradley Wattrus will take the leadership reins from Katlego Maphai.
Science/Tech
A new Stanford-led study finds that switching permanently to standard time could prevent 300,000 strokes and reduce obesity in 2.6 million Americans by better aligning circadian rhythms with natural light. Researchers argue that the twice-yearly clock changes are the worst option for public health, while permanent daylight saving time would offer two-thirds of the benefits. From a report: “We...
Science/Tech
Curious about mushroom supplements? Here’s what they do, what the science says, and how to know if they’re right for you—according to the experts.
Science/Tech
Metrofile has announced a deal that would see it join the companies delisting from the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
Motoring
Motoring
Newly uncovered report alleges the Touareg will become part of the ID range as the third combustion nameplate after the Polo and Golf to be reimagined as an EV.
Motoring
Motoring
Scenic route features rugged mountain passes, river crossings and historic ox-wagon trails.
Health
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
Health
Susan Monarez is set to provide her first detailed account of her ouster in testimony before the Senate Health Committee on Wednesday.
Health
The taboo against pork is deeply entrenched in both religious traditions. But the prohibition is not absolute.
Health
Immigrant detainees are not receiving proper mental health care, lawyers and advocacy groups say, and reports of suicide attempts are persistent.
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.