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UK should send troops to Ukraine now, former PM Johnson tells BBC
Troops should be deployed to peaceful parts of the country in non-fighting roles, he said.
SATURDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2026, 15:43

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Troops should be deployed to peaceful parts of the country in non-fighting roles, he said.
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A recent Labour Appeal Court ruling confirmed that employers can enforce restraint-of-trade clauses after dismissal, even following short or contentious employment.

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Team GB face an uphill task to win an Olympic medal in the four-man bobsleigh event as they sit seventh at the halfway point in Cortina.

South Africa
The vaccines will from Biogenesis Bago will be used to vaccinate 14 million plus cattle herd.

South Africa
COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator Matthew Parks says the planned budget was distasteful
South Africa
President Ramaphosa reaffirms SA’s strategic autonomy at Armed Forces Day
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s strategic autonomy and commitment to peace, saying the country will continue to assert its sovereignty amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Delivering the keynote address at Armed Forces Day at Thavhani Mall in Thohoyandou, Limpopo on Saturday, the...

South Africa
Crime statistics show a slight decrease in violent crimes including murder for 2025/2026

World
The six-person girl group say the decision was made following “open and thoughtful conversations together”.

World
British police arrested the former Prince Andrew on suspicion of “misconduct in public office.” NPR’s Scott Simon speaks to royal expert Jennie Bond about the latest developments.

World
Backwoods ski trails Quebec residents used to get from village to village a century ago are luring outdoor enthusiasts and boosting winter tourism.

World
Kenya’s intelligence service warns that over 1,000 citizens may have been recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine, many under false pretenses.

Africa
In a rare occurence, three soldiers were handed jail terms for killings in the troubled Anglophone region.

Africa
Benni McCarthy says Jose Mourinho should admit his “mistake” following the Benfica manager’s post-match comments after Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr claimed he was racially abused.

Africa
The MP was arrested this month after mocking the president’s handling of the recent floods in the country.

Africa
The corridor is strategically significant given that Zambia, Angola and the DRC are home to some of the world’s most significant deposits of critical minerals

Business
Several areas of Johannesburg South and Alberton remain popular amongst buyers and investors.

Business
Action SA has announced that its party leader, Herman Mashaba, will stand as its mayoral candidate in Joburg for the coming local elections.

Business
The Lancaster Centre in Johannesburg is now standing completely empty after its last shop—a speciality hobby store—closed down in December 2025.

Business
The stud continues but a visitor centre and cafe closes as the rare-breed centre takes stock.

Politics
The NEC, led by Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, is meeting with 11 provincial branches.

Politics
Herman Mashaba has unveiled what he called a clear recovery plan for the city of Johannesburg.

Politics
The announcement was made at the Orlando Communal Hall in Soweto

Politics
Herman Mashaba, Michael Beaumont and Lerato Ngobeni are on the ActionSA shortlist for mayor

Sport
A shock missed landing from China sees them fall to bronze despite winning gold in both singles events, as USA’s Chris Lillis’ final jump clinches them gold.

Sport
India secure a historic series victory over Australia with a 17-run win against the hosts in the third and final T20I fixture in Adelaide.

Sport
Mamelodi Sundowns have traveled to TS Galaxy to battle for a place in the Nedbank Cup last 16. Coach Miguel Cardoso has made 10 changes.

Sport
The speed skating events at the 2030 Winter Olympics will take place outside host nation France, it has been confirmed.
Education
The law was the first in the nation to explicitly ban L.G.B.T.Q. student clubs. The ruling applies only to the Houston, Katy and Plano school districts.
Education
A federal appeals court vacated a temporary block on the 2024 law, tossing a previous decision that called it “plainly unconstitutional.”

Education
Exclusive: David Blunkett and Estelle Morris among those calling plans a ‘once in a generation chance’ to fix system
Five former education secretaries have made a joint appeal to Labour MPs to back the overhaul of special education provision in English schools, calling it “a once in a generation chance” to fix a failing system.
The open letter is signed by David Blunkett, Estelle Morris,...

Education
Purdue says no ban on Chinese students exists, but reportedly rescinded dozens of offers after warnings from legislators
Several universities have scrapped partnerships with Chinese institutions in recent months as a direct result of pressure from US legislators. But no university appears to have gone as far as Purdue University in Indiana.
Students and faculty at the public university say that...

Lifestyle
Raise a coffee toast to Cape Town’s Espressolab, which snagged a spot on a list ranking the best coffee shops in the world.

Lifestyle
As Cape Town endures scorching summer temperatures, four public swimming pools are set to close this Monday…

Lifestyle
Fresh from a family holiday to Malindi in Kenya, Carol Ofori’s passion for African travel shines brighter before.

Lifestyle
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and ‘girlfriend’ Rachel John are on the second location of their ‘baecation’ in New York. Take a look…

Entertainment
A culpable homicide case has since been opened.

Entertainment
The margin for error is now razor thin and the champions are not surrendering quietly.

Entertainment
Wide variety of seven-seaters range from bare bones to luxury limousine plushness.

Entertainment
‘You need to fix the system. Unless you do that, I will fix the roads in the inner city, and they will be rotten tomorrow.’
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the Guardian: You wear them at work, you wear them at play, you wear them to relax. You may even get sweaty in them at the gym. But an investigation into headphones has found every single pair tested contained substances hazardous to human health, including chemicals that can cause cancer, neurodevelopmental problems and the feminization of males. […]...

Science/Tech
Headphone jacks are endangered, but they’re not gone. Here are our favorite smartphones that still let you plug and play.

Science/Tech
You might assume all monitors under $200 are terrible. But after trying some out, I found a few that defy expectations.
Science/Tech
From pins to mascots to Swatch watches, memorabilia from the Milano Cortina Games is showing up on sites like eBay and Vinted.

Motoring
The Road Accident Fund in South Africa has several obstacles to overcome.
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Motoring
US President Donald Trump’s 30% tariffs on South Africa have been shot down by the nation’s Supreme Court.

Motoring
South Africa’s fuel industry is set for a major overhaul.
Health
The next moon mission, carrying four astronauts, could launch as soon as early March.

Health
The doctors speak to Professor of Immunology, Dan Davis.
Health
A closely watched clinical trial in Britain that screened blood for early detection of cancer did not show a reduction in later stages of the disease.

Health
Manjit Sangha, from Penn, near Wolverhampton, says her life drastically change in one weekend.