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What does Donald Trump want from his UK state visit?
And the row over free speech after Charlie Kirk’s assassination

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Pakistan vs UAE delayed over match referee’s role in India handshake row
Pakistan agrees to have Andy Pycroft as match referee after he apologises for role in a handshake row against India.

Top Stories
Could a US and Saudi-backed proposal lead to peace in Sudan?
US, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the UAE, proposed the initiative, which has been criticised by Sudan’s government.

South Africa
Lesufi disheartened by deaths of three learners after shack fire
Three girls died after the shack they lived in Phumasilwe Informal Settlement in Tembisa burnt.
South Africa
Six teachers from St Johns’ College in Mthatha suspended over sexual harassment allegations
Educators are accused of impregnating learners and forcing them to do abortions.

South Africa
Hawks raid Polokwane Municipality offices amid corruption allegations
A team from the investigative unit has engaged with officials from the municipality.

South Africa
Keeping AI On The Right Side Of Cybersecurity
AI now sits on both sides of the cybersecurity coin. Criminals use it to automate phishing, while defenders rely on it to spot the tiny anomalies humans miss. South African organisations might be tempted to jump in as quickly as possible, but questions of accountability and governance must come first. “AI isn’t going away, so […]
World
News24 | At least 50 Sudanese refugees die in boat fire off Libya coast
At least 50 Sudanese refugees have died off the coast of eastern Libya after their boat caught fire, an International Organization for Migration spokesperson told AFP on Wednesday.

World
Obama says US faces ‘political crisis’ after killing of Charlie Kirk
The former president criticised the response to the shooting by President Trump, who has vowed to tackle “radical leftists”.
World
News24 | Thousands rally in Kurdish Syria demanding decentralisation as Damascus talks stall
Thousands of people in Kurdish-controlled northeastern Syria rallied on Wednesday in support of their autonomous administration and called for decentralisation as negotiations with Damascus over the region’s future stall.
World
News24 | Violence against intersex people in EU rising, demanding an ‘urgent response’, says rights group
Intersex people are increasingly facing violence and harassment, the EU rights agency said on Wednesday, adding levels were “alarming” as disinformation “campaigns” target them.

Africa
Chebet focused on ‘crazy dream’ of historic double in Tokyo
Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet is aiming to become just the third woman to clinch a 5,000m-10,000m double at the World Athletics Championships.

Africa
Gunmen kill 22 after shooting at baptism ceremony in Niger – reports
Niger’s army has failed to contain the jihadist insurgency, with dozens killed in recent attacks.

Africa
Fears balloon of a return to civil war in South Sudan over treason trial
The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

Africa
Mpina’s removal from Tanzania’s presidential race boosts Samia’s reelection chances
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 […]

Business
The South African who went from being a security guard to managing over R7 billion
Zwelakhe Mnguni went from a job as a security guard to co-founding an asset management company that today oversees around R7.2 billion in assets.

Business
Former Springbok captain’s company sold to security giant headed by another former Springbok
Springbok legend John Smit is the CEO of SSG Holdings, which is being sold to Fidelity Services Group, whose CEO, Wahl Bartmann, is also a former Springbok.
Business
Business

Politics
Mchunu unauthorised to disband political killings team: Mkhwanazi
The Political Killings Task Team is at the centre of the Madlanga Commission Inquiry.

Politics
Mkhwanazi warns of total collapse of criminal justice system
Mkhwanazi says there should be some intervention in the criminal justice system to avert collapse.

Politics
Mkhwanazi defends motives for going public to expose systemic issues
Motau says in phase three, Mkhwanazi will be recalled back, where his testimony will be tested.

Politics
MKP calls for postponement of Madlanga Commission
The MK Party has questioned the timing of the commission’s commencement

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs news: Nabi CAF license, R50 million, Grobler
Kaizer Chiefs were ‘cruising nicely’ before the FIFA break but Bradley Grobler and Sekhukhune spoilt the party on Tuesday.

Sport
US Solheim Cup-winning captain Lewis to retire
Stacy Lewis, the captain of the United States’ 2024 Solheim Cup-winning team, says she will retire from golf at the end of the LPGA season.

Sport
Svitolina secures ‘historical moment’ for Ukraine in BJK Cup
Elina Svitolina and Marta Kostyuk secure Ukraine’s place in the Billie Jean King Cup semi-finals for the first time with victory over Spain.

Sport
Mandhana ton leads India to big win over Australia
Smriti Mandhana scores a brilliant hundred as India claim a thumping 102-run win over Australia to level the one-day international series.
Education
Liberia: Students Share Their Vacation Job Experiences At AML
[New Dawn] Several students assigned to vacation jobs in different sectors across Nimba County have expressed excitement about the opportunity to experience real work environments.
Education
Uganda: Celebratingaga Khan’s Contributions to Uganda
[Nile Post] I am writing as a Cavendish university student from Uganda to show my sincere appreciation for your revolutionary investments and inspiring leadership in Uganda. Leaders like you who combine expertise in business with deep empathy are the reason Uganda develops.
Education
What the Fed’s Rate Decision Means for Loans, Credit Cards, Mortgages and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

Education
‘The storm for Lear is inside him’: Crossing choppy seas to bring Shakespeare to Isles of Scilly
RSC touring troupe stage King Lear in a school hall on St Mary’s before continuing to the Isle of Wight
“Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks! Rage! Blow!” King Lear, Act III, Scene 2
A fierce wind and strong swell had turned the Atlantic into a rollercoaster and when the troupe made landfall on the Isles of Scilly, several members felt rather wobbly and looked a little green around the gills.
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Lifestyle
Cardi B confirms she’s pregnant with Stefon Diggs’ child
Cardi B reveals she’s expecting her fourth child with Stefon Diggs. She also opens up about balancing pregnancy while preparing new music.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Princess Charlene promotes animal protection in Monaco
Princess Charlene of Monaco launched the charity book ‘It’s A Dog’s Life Monaco’ celebrating the Principality’s love for animals.
Lifestyle
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Entertainment
Jesse Clegg and Msaki to drop first single from joint project featuring Sjava
The single will be released this Friday.

Science/Tech
XRP Price Prediction, Solana News & What Are The Hottest Altcoins To Buy In The Middle Of September
The market is watching for an XRP price prediction for big profits, while recent Solana news is building excitement. Meanwhile, a new Layer 2 meme coin is rapidly gaining traction. Layer Brett is disrupting the altcoin space, fusing meme culture with real Ethereum Layer 2 utility. Its presale for just $0.0058, significant staking rewards, and […]

Science/Tech
What Is Likely To Be The Best Investment Of 2025: Shiba Inu, Dogecoin Or Layer Brett?
Every trader is looking at things like Shiba Inu and Dogecoin. The meme run is here, and meme coins are going crazy. SHIB and DOGE are expected to lead the charge. Yet, a new meme coin is rising and challenging the status quo. Layer Brett is an Ethereum Layer 2 solution that fuses meme culture […]

Science/Tech
How to Change Your Kindle’s Language: Spanish, French, Japanese, and More (2025)
Every Kindle works in multiple languages, and can download books in just about any tongue. Here’s how to take advantage.

Science/Tech
Solana Price Forecast; XRP News Today As Layer Brett Is Tipped As Best Crypto To Buy Now
Recent XRP news highlights shifts in market focus, while Solana continues its impressive run. But a new contender, Layer Brett ($LBRETT), is capturing the market’s attention. This Ethereum Layer 2 meme coin merges viral culture with tangible utility, offering a pathway to high-speed transactions and substantial staking rewards. To get involved, you can connect your […]
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Black styling pack handed to Ford Ranger XLT and Everest Sport
Fully approved by the Blue Oval, the appearance packages are dealer-fitted options available before a vehicle’s delivery.

Health
AI can forecast your future health – just like the weather
An artificial intelligence model can predict the risk of more than 1,000 diseases, a team of scientists say.

Health
IT issues expected to continue for second day at hospitals
The majority of planned surgery and out-patient hospital appointments are being cancelled for Thursday.
Health
Trump Wants States to Force More Drug Users Into Rehab: What to Know
The president wants to enforce involuntary commitment laws for severe drug use. But rehab is expensive, without enough beds for those who seek it.
Health
Surgeon General Nominee Pledges to Divest From Wellness Interests
In financial filings, Casey Means stated that she would liquidate holdings in companies that sell personal devices, supplements, tobacco and tech.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
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
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.