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PLAYOFF BOUND: Lions break new ground while Stormers and Bulls tread familiar URC path
Three South African sides have made the URC quarterfinals, but hosting a final in South Africa would require a unique set of results.
MONDAY, 18 MAY 2026, 13:22
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Three South African sides have made the URC quarterfinals, but hosting a final in South Africa would require a unique set of results.

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The bodies of all five Italian divers who died in the Maldives last week have now been found, officials tell the BBC.
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‘Political fixer’ makes his first court appearance over alleged fake assassination plot

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BBC Sport announces its plans for the 2026 Fifa World Cup next month including coverage of all 104 matches in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
South Africa
Gauteng Gambling Board CEO dismissed following forensic report
Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Agriculture and Rural Development Vuyiswa Ramokgopa has dismissed the CEO of the Gauteng Gambling Board and suspended its Chief Financial Officer, following the release of a forensic investigation report detailing alleged governance failures, procurement irregularities and financial...

South Africa
Brown Mogotsi appeared briefly at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court, on Monday morning

South Africa
The ConCourt has upheld a ruling declaring parts of the National Health Act unconstitutional…

South Africa
Engineers say removing rockfall immediately could trigger more rock falls

World
The decision follows years of tax troubles in Spain for the Colombian superstar. Spanish tax authorities did not prove that the singer was a resident of Spain, the court said in its decision.

World
The project is expected to complement the existing oil pipeline of 1.8 million barrels a day to meet global demand

World
As peace talks stall, Ukraine launches one of the biggest drone strikes against Russia since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion in an attempt to weaken Russia’s war machine.

World
Trump shifts from diplomacy to force on Iran’s nuclear ambitions, echoing past U.S. dilemmas with North Korea, where similar choices by presidents produced very different outcomes.

Africa
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

Africa
New research links rural solar adoption to mobile money use, while raising concerns about inequality

Africa
Francis Ngannou reaffirmed his claim as the best heavyweight in the world with a first-round knockout win over Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.

Africa
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks, which have devastated Mussa town in Borno state.
Business

Business
Famous Brands has successfully launched a Steers and Debonairs combo in Malaysia, marking the group’s entry into the market, which it is quite optimistic about.
Business

Business
A global hospitality giant is expanding its footprint in South Africa with plans to open a luxury hotel in KwaZulu-Natal.

Politics
IEC says allegations by Julius Malema about vote swapping during the 2024 elections are incorrect

Politics
Mourners described Maape as a courageous leader who was principled and ethical.

Politics
ANC says it is working to regain control of municipalities it previously lost.

Politics
His life was a testament to a generation of cadres who sacrificed greatly freedom

Sport
Sally Bolton will step down as the All England Lawn Tennis Club’s (AELTC) chief executive after Wimbledon following six years in the role.

Sport
Durban City head coach has explained how his team stopped the mighty Orlando Pirates scoring at the Arena this past weekend.

Sport
Watch highlights as world number one Jannik Sinner beats Norway’s Casper Ruud 6-4 6-4 to win the Italian Open and complete the full set of nine ATP Masters 1000 titles – known as the ‘career Golden Masters’.

Sport
For Orlando Pirates, this coming weekend will present one of the most defining moments in the club’s history.
Education
[New Era] Although libraries in Namibia are often underestimated and not always given the recognition they deserve, they remain vital institutions for education, information access, and community development. In a rapidly changing world driven by knowledge and technology, libraries continue to serve as equalizers ensuring that information is accessible to everyone, regardless of background or...
Education
[New Dawn] BONG COUNTY — Bong County Electoral District #7 Representative Foday E.K. Fahnbulleh has disclosed plans for the official opening of a newly constructed modern elementary school in Zankpaimah Town as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen educational infrastructure and improve learning conditions within the district.
Education
[Premium Times] Governor Makinde said intelligence received by the government indicated that the victims included school teachers, while confirming that one of them.
Education
[Vanguard] “When he shall die/Take him and cut him out in little stars/And he will make the face of heaven so fine/That all the world will be in love with night and pay no worship to the garish sun” – William Shakespeare, 1564-1616, in Romeo and Juliet.

Lifestyle
Two popular Springbok WAGS have publicly shown Rachel Kolisi their support of her keeping her ex, Siya Kolisi’s surname, after their divorce.

Lifestyle
Award-winning ëlgr has announced that it will officially close its doors at its Kloof Street location at the end of the month.
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Entertainment
The municipality said it would continue providing updates should there be “any significant developments”.

Entertainment
Springbok prop Thomas du Toit and former Bok scrumhalf Ivan van Zyl are among the signings for next season.

Entertainment
There was also plenty excitement over the weekend about the PGA Championship and race for the Betway Premiership title.

Entertainment
SABC1 found itself at the centre of a social media storm after posting a promotional image riding the wave of Drake’s surprise Iceman album release, only to quietly delete it days later.

Science/Tech
Before vaccines, some parents intentionally exposed their children to the virus. In the internet age, that thinking is resurfacing.

Science/Tech
Google I/O is back with updates to Search, Android, Gemini, and a fresh peek at upcoming Android XR smart glasses. Here’s how to watch the announcements live and what to expect.

Science/Tech
Fragmented data, weak governance and siloed systems continue to derail many enterprise artificial intelligence initiatives.

Science/Tech
CAR-T cell therapy is already a potent treatment for certain cancers. Now, a small study is showing early promise for managing HIV.
Motoring

Motoring
Chinese carmaker claims this all-electric SUV derivative can travel 450km on a single charge.

Motoring
Following the Ranger, most of the revised Everest’s changes have been on the model structure and powertrain fronts.

Motoring
Latest variant of the “regular” Bolero is a step down in segment aimed at city usage.
Health
Doctors and patients complain that the controversial practice of prior authorization for treatment and procedures is still widespread.
Health
Straus Family Creamery asked customers to throw out some tubs sold in May across 17 states. No injuries have been reported, the company said.

Health
A patient praises a new test for womb cancer being trialled at hospitals in Suffolk and Norfolk.
Health
The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius set off alarms for a world still traumatized by Covid. For those on board, the danger was much closer.