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Simons faced claims the think tank he used to run commissioned a report which looked into the background of journalists.

Trump has opened a new front in the Middle East, betting that overwhelming force can crush Iran’s ambitions without dragging the US into another long war.

Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, all of which have a US military presence, said they had intercepted Iranian missiles after Tehran vowed to retaliate for US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Jordan also intercepted missiles.

The Presidency says the escalation poses a serious threat to international peace and security.

Latakgomo is remembered for his courageous reporting during one of South Africa’s darkest chapters.

It’s reported that one child survived the shack fire ordeal, in Ballito.

Police are on the look-out as out-of-contract security guards in Limpopo demand to be rehired.

Several leaders voiced support for the operation – but most, including those who stopped short of condemning it, called for restraint moving forward.

The U.S. and Israel launched military strikes in Iran, targeting Khamenei and the Iranian president. “Operation Epic Fury” will be “massive and ongoing,” President Trump said Saturday morning.

In Tehran, panicked residents rushed home to shelter and terrified children poured out of classrooms as U.S. air strikes hit the capitol.

In Kyiv’s darkened high-rises, as Russian strikes batter the Ukrainian capital, older residents endure freezing nights and power cuts, relying on volunteers, pets and faith to survive another winter.

The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

New data shows that this small Eastern Cape town recorded one of the highest numbers of sales in 2025. 

Airlines and authorities have confirmed that flights are being disrupted and cancelled following US and Israeli military action in Iran.

The Greengate Lifestyle Centre is under construction and is a key part of the Mooikloof Smart City.

While the national rollout of the AARTO system is in question, experts warn that speeding fines won’t just disappear.

The DA is taking aim at issues surrounding roads, infrastructure and the water supply.

The EFF accuses Xhakaza of trying to push it out of its governance responsibilities in the metro.

DA National Spokesperson Karabo Khakhau says the nomination window runs until the 23rd of March.

The municipality says the extra ward will be located in the northern region of the Municipality.

With Sir Alex Ferguson a VIP guest, a tireless forward and a raucous support, Hearts take another giant stride towards a momentous title.

The England Lions squad are “following official advice” in the UAE after Iran launched attacks throughout the Middle East.

Dashun Shanaka superbly hits three sixes in a row to give Sri Lanka hope, but fails to score any runs on the last two balls as they narrowly lose against Pakistan.

Brentford midfielder Mikel Damsgaard praises manager Keith Andrews after the Bees beat Burnley in a thriller at Turf Moor.

The education secretary wants a fairer system and the Tories have leapt in with their own plan – but why now?

For anyone who attended university in England in the last 15 or so years, the idea of student loans feeling like some sort of debt trap is hardly news. But three weeks ago, when the journalist Oli Dugmore discussed this on the BBC’s Question Time, it felt like a moment.

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Ramaphosa also questioned whether the US and Israeli strikes on Iran were permitted under international law

America’s journey back to the moon has run into a few missteps. NASA administrator Jared Isaacman is banking on a new approach.

Petrol and diesel prices are set to increase more than previously anticipated this March.

Two iconic Italian sports cars are heading back to South Africa, but there’s a catch.

South Africa’s most wanted car right now is not an SUV or bakkie.

With 107kW of power on tap from the 1 300cc boxer engine, you’ll never run out of power.

Twenty-five women have received compensation following gynaecological surgery.

Kerry Watson takes more than 100 tablets a week to deal with the pain caused by a vaginal mesh implant.