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Stolen Louvre jewellery worth €88m, prosecutor says
The historic items were taken in broad daylight and are now feared to have been broken down for parts.
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The historic items were taken in broad daylight and are now feared to have been broken down for parts.
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Volunteers in Gaza are training to help their neighbours as firefighters, medics, and rescue workers.
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South Africa return to the top of the table and eliminate Pakistan from the World Cup with a 150-run win on the DLS method in a rain-plagued match in Colombo.
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More than 200 people have been hospitalised in recent weeks with respiratory issues blamed on a local chemical plant.
South Africa
OpenAI has quietly launched a new initiative called Project Mercury, assembling a team of more than 100 former investment bankers to train its AI systems to automate the manual, time-consuming tasks typically assigned to junior bankers. According to internal documents obtained by Bloomberg, the contractors — many of whom previously worked at Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan […]
South Africa
The GSMA has announced two major initiatives aimed at closing Africa’s digital divide — one focused on smartphone affordability and the other on inclusive AI language development. Together, these efforts mark a coordinated push to expand digital access for millions across the continent. Affordable Smartphones for All The GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition has brought together […]
South Africa
Global technology company Zoho has unveiled a new wave of agentic AI capabilities, expanding free access to advanced AI tools across its collaboration, customer experience, and HR platforms. The move reinforces Zoho’s commitment to making artificial intelligence practical, affordable, and accessible for businesses throughout Africa. The rollout builds on the company’s long-term AI vision,...
South Africa
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a groundbreaking AI Hub for Sustainable Development, a global platform aimed at advancing AI innovation and infrastructure in Africa. The initiative, unveiled on June 20, 2025, in Rome, is sponsored by Italy’s Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT) and implemented by UNDP. The AI Hub […]
World
Viral claims of a so-called ‘Christian genocide’ in Nigeria are stirring heated debate online — but analysts warn that such narratives could undermine fragile peacebuilding efforts.
World
Israel is de-registering major nongovernmental aid groups from helping people in the Palestinian territories, according to several officials with humanitarian organizations.
World
Japan ranks low in gender equality among developed nations. The first woman to lead the country is an ultraconservative who cites Margaret Thatcher as a role model. She also loves heavy metal.
World
US President Donald Trump threatened Hamas on Tuesday with “FAST, FURIOUS & BRUTAL” force if it does not “do what is right” as he pushes for the next, more complex, stage of a Gaza ceasefire that has already been repeatedly tested.
Africa
Fifteen people died in the night-time collision in the Somali region, officials tell the BBC.
Africa
The death of the veteran politician is likely to alter the political landscape, analysts say.
Africa
They say the decision “runs contrary to the desired structural change” they were seeking.
Africa
Gvernment officials have warned that Issa Tchiroma Bakary’s declaration is illegal.
Business
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Business
The departures followed a disagreement between the board and its majority shareholder over future governance.
Business
The Bank of England governor says the collapse of two US firms could be a sign of wider problems in the financial sector.
Politics
Williamson testified that their orders were to neutralise the revolutionary movement.
Politics
Godongwana will be filling for President Cyril Ramaphosa as he embarks on international visits.
Politics
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is appearing before the Ad Hoc Committee on Tuesday.
Politics
Witness A is testifying before the Madlanga Commission.
Sport
South Africa secure a 150-run victory via the DLS method to knock Pakistan out of the ICC Women’s World Cup and return to the top of the table in a rain-plagued fixture in Colombo.
Sport
British heavyweight Lawrence Okolie is set to headline a card in Nigeria in December, saying it “will be a historic moment for Africa, my family and my career”.
Sport
Western Province and SA Schools forward Briint Davids allegedly appears in a viral assault video at Milnerton High School, prompting a police investigation.
Sport
Steve Tandy speaks of his excitement at being able to recall Saracens prop Rhys Carre to his first squad as Wales head coach.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The Member of Parliament (MP) for the Odododiodoo Constituency, Nii Kotey Ashie, has donated assorted items to a total of 400 students in the constituency.
Education
Another qualifications upheaval risks undermining the government’s good ideas
Further education is one of the public sector’s Cinderellas – chronically neglected by policymakers who care more about schools. The government’s latest white paper is a welcome attempt to rectify this. If the plan succeeds, it would go some way towards fulfilling Labour’s pledge to break down barriers that...
Education
Readers respond to a guest essay by Danielle Sassoon about her experience at N.Y.U. Also: A crackdown on science; a plea to the former presidents.
Education
The Trump administration is closing in on a deal with the University of Virginia, four months after government pressure forced the school’s previous president to resign.
Lifestyle
Handre Pollard is the latest Springbok to welcome a new addition to his family. Take a look at the first glimpse of his baby girl…
Lifestyle
Music, fashion, and star power collide as Robot Boii, Kamo Mphela, Ayanda MVP and DJ Oara turn Johannesburg into a night of pure energy.
Lifestyle
Research reveals how added flavourings like vanilla, caramel and rooibos in baby foods may shape infants’ taste preferences and future diet.
Lifestyle
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Science/Tech
The new browser, called Atlas, is designed to work closely with OpenAI products like ChatGPT.
Science/Tech
The biggest misconception in crypto is that one chain will dominate all others. The truth is the future will be multi-chain, with Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche, and others thriving together. But this shared growth brings a hidden flaw, every transaction leaves a traceable mark across chains. That’s where Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) steps in. Rather than […]
Science/Tech
Researchers confirmed that sperm accumulate mutations over the years, increasing the risk of transmitting diseases to offspring.
Science/Tech
France and Spain are calling on the European Union to stick with plans to ban combustion engine cars in the bloc after 2035, at odds with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz ahead of a meeting of leaders in Brussels this week. From a report: The European Commission, the bloc’s executive branch, is currently reviewing rules designed to accelerate the automotive sector’s green transition. Merz has...
Motoring
Double cab arrives locally before the end of next year, likely under a different name.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
The number of people reaching 100 years old is at an all-time, according to data by the ONS.
Health
Relatives have “grave concerns” about NHS mental health services after their mum killed herself.
Health
Denise Bacon says she is experiencing improvements in her ability to walk.
Health
The results are astounding and a major advance, say surgeons involved in international research using the pioneering technology.
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.