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As Liverpool are booed off following a goalless draw against Leeds, it was hardly the start to the New Year that Arne Slot’s side would have wanted.

Not even the viewers know who host Claudia Winkleman has assigned as the fourth “secret traitor”.

Australia batter Usman Khawaja will retire from international cricket following the fifth Ashes Test against England in Sydney this week.

Gabon’s sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team’s “disgraceful performance” at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Lucky Tshilimandila says the Makhadzi’s condition has improved compared to Wednesday.

Most people blame the problem on the water supplied by the Polokwane Municipality. 

Letsoha Mathae has stressed the critical role of fathers in the upbringing of their children.

During the commotion, the victim was stabbed with a sharp object and died on the scene.

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te vowed to defend the self-ruled island’s sovereignty in the face of what he termed China’s “expansionist ambitions,” days after Beijing wrapped up live-fire military drills near its shores.

The protests began due to economic pressures, with Iran’s currency rapidly depreciating. Demonstrators have also chanted against the country’s theocracy.

NPR visits a Doctors Without Borders clinic at risk of closure after Israel bans dozens of aid groups in Gaza.

Videos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day.

The two states say they are taking reciprocal measures after the US announced full-entry restrictions on their citizens.

TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll.

BBC Sport reflects on a stellar year for South Africa which threatens to be overshadowed by a lack of home Test cricket.

Somaliland wants international recognition – here’s why, and what could have driven Israel to recognise it now.

Homeowners in South Africa could get more financial relief next year, with three interest rate cuts on the cards for 2026.

Japan, and its biggest city, Tokyo, offers South African travellers a relatively affordable holiday with complete safety, great restaurants, honest people, and no tipping.

The move is designed to ensure people pay all relevant tax on buying and selling crypto.

Blu Label is presenting an attractive investment case despite the dissapointing Cell C IPO, with Anchor Capital’s Mike Gresty adopting a contrarian position.

Nyhontso says the PAC is ready to contest fully in the upcoming elections.

Political parties will head to the polls in the municipal elections, expected later this year.

President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke during his New Year’s message earlier Wednesday afternoon.

The President also highlighted the importance of respecting women and young girls.

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris discusses his team’s high standards as they extend their unbeaten home record at the Stadium of Light after a 0-0 draw against Manchester City.

Manchester City fall four points behind Arsenal in the Premier League title race after being held to a goalless draw by Sunderland, who maintain their unbeaten home record.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank spoke on his joy at being welcomed back by the crowd at Bournemouth, where he spent nine years coaching.

Brentford manager Keith Andrews takes issue with the decision not to award a foul or show a red card for the potential denial of a goalscoring opportunity for Cristian Romero’s challenge on Igor Thiago in a 0-0 draw with Spurs.

72-year-old media mogul Oprah Winfrey opens up about her weight loss journey on GLP-1 medication.

Popular YouTube star iShowSpeed rang in the New Year in South Africa, sharing his celebrations with millions of fans across social media.

Learn what life has in store in 2026 from the world’s leading psychics.

A New Year’s fire in Crans-Montana killed around 40 people and injured over 100. Authorities race to identify victims amid panic and chaotic scenes.

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Hundreds of babies welcomed on New Year’s Day, including girls as young as 14 and 16, raising concerns about teen pregnancies.

Everybody loves public holidays, but there is a catch in 2026.

These are the must-have items every bakkie enthusiast needs on their car in South Africa.

The average price of cars in South Africa has seen considerable increases over the last few years, though even the most notable of these is far from the price tag for the country’s most expensive cars.

Flying cars have been a matter of fiction for many years, but some companies are attempting to make them a reality.

South Africa has a secret test track that has been kept under wraps for nearly two decades, located near a nearby highway where cars can travel at speeds of up to 250km/h.

Emma Giannuzzi used sunbeds throughout her late teens and was twice diagnosed with melanoma.

The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.