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Head praises school’s response to triple stabbing
A teenage girl remains in custody after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
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News24 | Mini Makro plan can work – if the prices are right, analysts say
Walmart-owned Massmart’s pilot project to test four small-format Makro stores in malls may just pay off, if it can get its pricing and product mix right, say market analysts.
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News24 | BHP makes takeover bid for Anglo American
The world’s largest mining company, BHP Group, has made a takeover approach for rival Anglo American, a move that could spark the biggest shakeup in the industry in over a decade.
South Africa
KZN will pay for praise singer ‘s services as need arises: Premier
KZN government will pay for the AmaZulu King’s praise singer’s services as the need arises.
South Africa
Defence counsel claims innocence of accused 3 in Meyiwa murder
Defence counsel, Charles Mnisi, insists that Carlos Mncube, was not involved in the murder.
South Africa
Significant increase in cocaine use in SA over years, SANCA reports
SANCA says cocaine use has increased significantly over the years
South Africa
Eastern Cape Health department weighs in on Sizwe Kupelo’s arrest
Eastern Cape Health Department says it welcomes any move that promotes good and clean governance.
World
Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city
Many companies in Bengaluru city have found innovative ways to encourage people to vote.
World
Gaza hostage urged to ‘stay strong’ after new video
Hamas issues a proof-of-life video of US-Israeli Hersh Goldberg-Polin, abducted on 7 October.
World
Russia vetoes UN vote on stopping space arms race
The US has previously warned that Russia is trying to develop a space-based, anti-satellite weapon.
World
US jails Chinese man who threatened student activist
He threatened to “chop off” the hands of a Chinese student who put up pro-democracy fliers on campus.
Africa
E-voting versus paper ballots
Allowing independent candidates to contest the next general election in South Africa is a boon for democracy. Prof. Colin Thakur asks if it is time to move to an electronic voting system?
Africa
News24 | World Bank suspends R2.9 billion Tanzania tourism project over human rights abuses allegations
The World Bank said on Tuesday it has suspended funding for a tourism and conservation project in Tanzania following allegations of human rights abuses.
Africa
News24 | Rwanda says it is peaceful and ready to receive the UK’s deported asylum seekers
The Rwandan government says it is safe and ready to receive deportees from Britain, and the passage of the fraught Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill is testament to that.
Africa
World Bank suspends funding Tanzania tourism project
It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion of a national park.
Business
South Africa kisses another 138 businesses goodbye – with more pain expected
Liquidations in South Africa are down, but the economic “new normal” will mean that more busiiness distress should be expected.
Business
BHP makes a move for Anglo American
BHP Group approached Anglo American for a takeover, possibly the biggest mining shake-up in a decade.
Business
Turn for property in South Africa is coming
South Africa’s residential property market is on the precipice of better times, says ooba.
Business
Deputy President and Justice Minister head to the UAE for the Guptas
The South African Presidency is helping to resolve a deadlock with the UAE over the extradition of Atul and Rajesh Gupta, who are accused of money laundering and fraud.
Politics
IFP not opposed to coalition with ANC as a last resort: Hlabisa
Hlabisa believes a grand coalition of various small parties will be the answer.
Politics
Mbeki to campaign for ANC in Soweto today
The ANC is roping in its heavyweights to bolster its campaign ahead of the May 29 polls.
Politics
News24 | ‘Same faces who caused problems in the ANC’: ‘Corrupt’ people in strategic MKP posts, says ex-leader
A resignation and abrupt dismissals have sowed division in former president Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe Party, with one former leader claiming some members were the “corrupt and dodgy characters” who caused “problems” in the ANC.
Politics
EFF member says he will apologise to Indian community after hate speech ruling
But Khehla Mngwengwe argued that the term ‘coolie’ was not a hateful term
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Sport
“We tried our own products but failed” – furious Kaizer Chiefs fan calls for imports
So what’s the solution?
Sport
Ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach: I know the solution to their problems!
A former Kaizer Chiefs coach who won two trophies during his time at the club, believes he has the secret to fixing their current issues.
Sport
Sport | Liverpool’s Premier League title bid rocked by Everton, Man United survive Blades scare
Liverpool’s Premier League title bid suffered a devastating blow in a 2-0 defeat at Merseyside rivals Everton, while Manchester United spared Erik ten Hag’s blushes with a 4-2 victory against lowly Sheffield United on Wednesday.
Sport
5 years experience: Kaizer Chiefs to choose this coach?
Kaizer Chiefs have started to run out of time. The search for a new coach has to conclude soon. New reports say Raul Caneda is the favourite.
Education
Uganda: China and WFP Join Forces to Boost School Meals and Promote Access to Education in Uganda
[WFP] Kampala — The Government of the People’s Republic of China has provided funding to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) for the provision of school meals to over 165,000 children in Karamoja region in Northeastern Uganda. “This contribution is part of China’s commitment to improving food security and nutrition, developing human capital, strengthening people’s livelihoods, and...
Education
Pennsylvania School Board Reinstates Gay Author’s Speech Amid Backlash
The Cumberland Valley School Board reversed its decision to cancel Maulik Pancholy’s speech at a middle school next month after many community members said the actor had been discriminated against because of his sexuality.
Education
Photojournalist among 20 people arrested at UT Austin campus protest
Local and state police clash with demonstrators in Texas state capital while rightwing governor says protesters ‘belong in jail’
At least 20 people were arrested, including a photojournalist, as police and demonstrators violently clashed at the University of Texas at Austin on Wednesday.
Hundreds of students walked out of class to protest against the conflict in Gaza and demand the university...
Education
Campus Protests Over Gaza Intensify Amid Pushback by Universities and Police
There were nearly two dozen new arrests, mostly in Texas, as universities moved to prevent pro-Palestinian encampments from taking hold as they have at Columbia University.
Lifestyle
Five reasons to keep alcohol away from your dog
Alcohol is toxic to dogs and can lead to symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, coma, and even death.
Lifestyle
‘He’s back on his feet again’ social media reacts to Oscar Pistorius’ first public appearance
Oscar Pistorius is back in the streets of Pretoria. He appeared to have lost weight and aged, with grey and thinning hair.
Lifestyle
‘Not paying maintenance’: Minnie Dlamini slams ex in ‘Roast’ [video
While Minnie Dlamini is set to be grilled in the ‘Showmax Roast’ this Friday, she’s also showing her ex Quinton Jones flames…
Lifestyle
Police to politics: Where is MaMkhize’s estranged husband Sbu Mpisane?
MaMkhize – whose ‘Carte Blanche’ interview courted controversy – is estranged from millionaire Durban cop Sbu Mpisane. Where is he now?
Entertainment
Black Motion’s reunion sees the release of new single
Black Motion’s Smol has hinted that he and former group member Mörda are now in a good place after a rocky two-year public spat – their reunion sees the release of their collaboration song, Takala Zwino, which is an ode to friendship.
Entertainment
Taylor Swift’s namesake cannot find a job or use her name on social media
Scotland’s only Taylor Swift asserts that she encounters difficulty finding employment because employers suspect her celebrity name is a prank.
Entertainment
Friends’ cast plans ‘bittersweet’ 20th anniversary to finale, minus Matthew Perry (video)
The former co-stars are collaborating on how to appropriately commemorate the upcoming 20th anniversary of the Friends finale, which drew in 52.5 million viewers for the event on 6 May 2004.
Entertainment
Kabza’s songs given a classic twist in collaboration with orchestra conductor
Ofentse Pitse is the first and youngest black South African woman to conduct and own an all-black orchestra, Anchored Sound.
Science/Tech
Nvidia buying AI startup for R13 billion — Report
Nvidia has agreed to acquire Israeli startup Run:ai, which develops software for handling artificial intelligence computing resources.
Science/Tech
China’s TikTok retaliation could target Apple and Tesla
Now that President Joe Biden has signed off on a law that could expel TikTok from the US market, Beijing must decide how best to retaliate over an attack on the world’s most valuable start-up.
Science/Tech
What are memecoins – and could they dominate this crypto cycle?
Memecoins have outperformed the likes of bitcoin and ethereum since the start of the 2023-2024 crypto market rally.
Science/Tech
Xiaomi SU7 electric car passes 75,000 orders in a month
Xiaomi priced the cars aggressively in a bid to win share of the increasingly cut-throat Chinese market, with the basic model costing less than $30,000 (R576,417).
Motoring
Mini Aceman comes out of hiding as EV-only ‘junior Countryman’
Aceman will be offered in two versions, both electric as combustion engine never received consideration during development.
Motoring
Aston Martin realigns DBX with new interior and single model
Gaydon firm’s first and so far only SUV has kept the same exterior, but now with a better appointed interior.
Motoring
Plugged-in Lamborghini Urus SE as most powerful ‘Rambo Lambo’
Urus becomes the Raging Bull’s third plug-in hybrid after the Revuelto and previously, the limited edition Sián.
Motoring
Health
FDA Approves Antibiotic to Treat Urinary Infections
Pivmecillinam, which has been used in Europe for decades, will become available next year to women 18 and older.
Health
Takeaways From the Supreme Court Argument on Idaho’s Abortion Ban
The court’s ruling could extend to at least half a dozen other states that have similarly restrictive bans, and the implications of the case could stretch beyond abortion.
Health
Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho’s Abortion Ban: 5 Takeaways
The court’s ruling could extend to at least half a dozen other states that have similarly restrictive bans, and the implications of the case could stretch beyond abortion.
Health
Dairy Cows Transported Between States Must Now Be Tested for Bird Flu
Since a new form of bird flu arrived in 2022, federal officials have sought to reassure Americans that the threat to the public remained low.
Nature
News24 Business | National Treasury advised by World Bank on climate insurance, contingency fund options
The World Bank is advising South Africa’s National Treasury on a climate risk strategy after floods in recent years caused billions of dollars of damage.
Nature
News24 Business | 530 and counting: new record number of stranded turtles at the Two Oceans Aquarium
More than 530 stranded loggerhead turtle hatchlings have been admitted to the Cape Town aquarium’s Turtle Conservation Centre in just two weeks.
Nature
News24 Business | Should your party save you from floods? Voters think so
Last week, the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal was mopping up damage after being battered by heavy, unexpected rainfall over the weekend. How seriously should your political party take such issues? Here’s what voters think.
Nature
News24 Business | Prominent private power firm in SA hires Goldman Sachs to explore sale option
Red Rocket, a South African independent power provider, hired Goldman Sachs Group to advise on the next steps for the closely held business — including a possible sale. Shareholders of the Cape Town-based company “have decided to explore strategic options,” for the business.