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Deaths, injuries after Russia hits residential and energy sites in Ukraine
Ukraine is calling for more sanctions and asset freezes on Russia as it fends off intensified attacks.
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Ukraine is calling for more sanctions and asset freezes on Russia as it fends off intensified attacks.

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Rob Edwards is stood down from Middlesbrough’s game against Birmingham on Saturday amid Wolves’ interest in appointing him as their new manager.

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As the homes of Gaza’s families lie in ruins, its farmlands and water supply now pose lethal risks.

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Israel reels after an army insider outs herself as the source of a leak showing the rape of a Palestinian prisoner.

South Africa
Businesses in Polokwane expressed frustrations about the water cuts saying costing them money

South Africa
NUM and SACP are in Bellville, in Cape Town marching against electricity tariff hikes

South Africa
The NPA says the attack on Head of Investigations of IDAC shows dangers of his line of work

South Africa
Teams are relying on manual firefighting methods to control the Kogmanskloof fire

World
Authorities are investigating the blaze.

World
The pair were reportedly bundled into a car by masked men after attending an event to support Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine.

World
In the most recent release, Hamas returned the remains of an Israeli man who died while fighting Hamas in the Oct. 7, 2023 attack. He was identified as Lior Rudaeff, who was 61 when he was killed.

World
Thousands of Kenyans, who fought for Britain, are buried in unknown locations and were never commemorated.

Africa
A selection of the week’s best photos from across the African continent and beyond.

Africa
The warlord remains at large but victims hope the ICC charges will renew efforts to capture him.

Africa
The blockade, imposed by jihadists, has upended daily life in the landlocked nation.

Africa
The reported strikes come as the military-led government says it would be wary of agreeing to a ceasefire.

Business
Stats SA’s 2025 mid-year population estimates show which provinces have more migrants leaving than coming in.

Business
SARS is afforded wide-reaching powers to come after tax abusers in the country, including warrantless searches of business properties, and taking money out of individuals’ bank accounts.

Business
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that no US government official would attend the Group of 20 summit in South Africa later this month, because of what he said were “human rights abuses” taking place in the country.

Business
Discovery Bank has been sanctioned by the South African Reserve Bank’s Prudential Authority over violations of the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) Act.

Politics
The party has described Reverend Maphatsoe as a man of deep conviction who guided with humility.

Politics
Gigaba was not arrested after reports that he had handed himself to the police.

Politics
The report on Mkhwanazi was expected to be released last Thursday.

Politics
Spokesperson of Police Minister Senzo Mchunu claims political agenda to smear Mchunu’s reputation

Sport
Global recognition and congratulations continue to pour in for Springbok captain Siya Kolisi on the eve of his 100th Test cap.

Sport
Argentina start as favourites when they get their autumn series under way against Steve Tandy’s Wales at Principality Stadium on Sunday.

Sport
Orlando Pirates star Mbekezeli Mbokazi has learnt an expensive lesson for a moment he’ll want to forget as soon as possible.

Sport
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has provided an important injury update ahead of this afternoon’s CBL clash!
Education
Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect, will encounter dwindling enrollment, lackluster reading scores and federal officials spoiling for a fight.
Education
The email accounts of furloughed government workers had been commandeered to send partisan attacks against Democrats, a move that the ruling said had “added insult to injury.”
Education
Cameran Drew, 19, defeated his former high school government teacher, Kenneth Bell, by 10 votes for a seat on the Surry County Board of Supervisors this week. There are no hard feelings.

Education
Student, national and local groups across US organized day of action to condemn Trump’s assault on academic freedom
Students, faculty and staff at more than 100 campuses across the US rallied against the Trump administration’s assault on higher education on Friday – the first in a planned series of nationwide, coordinated protests that organizers hope will culminate in large-scale students...

Lifestyle
The Western Cape scoops national recognition for excellence in Environmental Impact Assessment, proving its leadership in sustainable development

Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi has been hailed as the Springboks’ greatest captain for his ability to unite South Africans – and call out injustices – through his platform.

Lifestyle
Race representation has become a sore point again amongst rugby fans after the Springboks revealed their squad to face France.

Lifestyle
Why are the Springboks ditching green and gold to wear white against France – and on the 100th test cap milestone for captain Siya Kolisi?
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Science/Tech
If you’re going to suffer, make sure it’s worth the effort. We consulted fitness experts to help you maximize your ice bath.

Science/Tech
Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer.

Science/Tech
Even though you can’t see it, fine particulate matter from woodsmoke and industrial pollution can cause everything from heart attacks and diabetes to brain damage.

Science/Tech
Old Mutual’s OM Bank has amassed over 140,000 active customers since it began testing its mobile app earlier this year, and is adding around 5,000 new users each day.

Motoring
All-wheel drive hybrid will pack a punch with a combined output of up to 301kW of power.

Motoring
Self-charging hybrid is claimed to only sip 5.3 litres of petrol per 100km.

Motoring
Chinese manufacturer is likely to drop the Himla moniker it uses in its homeland.

Motoring
In his first five premier class seasons, Red Bull KTM star has never finished lower than 11th.
Health
The announcement of the deal signaled an end to the bidding war for Metsera between Pfizer and Novo Nordisk, the Danish maker of Ozempic and Wegovy.
Health
“The laws of inheritance are quite unknown,” Charles Darwin acknowledged in 1859. The discovery of DNA’s shape altered how we conceived of life itself.

Health
Hannah says the rugby star’s podcast helped with her mental health and inspired her to take up the sport.
Health
Even those opposed to President Trump were encouraged by his announcement of a discount on I.V.F. drugs, a policy that followed months of complex negotiations.
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.