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Ex-MP Jonathan Ashworth recovering after stroke
The former Labour MP says he is “on the mend” after becoming ill on New Year’s Day.
SUNDAY, 01 MARCH 2026, 22:07

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The former Labour MP says he is “on the mend” after becoming ill on New Year’s Day.
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An ecological island surrounded by urban sprawl, traffic jams and cappuccinos, Table Mountain is far from static. Ecologist Marna Herbst takes us inside the delicate, sometimes awkward business of managing wildlife surrounded by a city.
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In the wake of Supreme Leader Khamenei’s assassination, Israel targets Tehran again, prompting a power transition within Iran’s leadership.

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Without a win in 10 Premier League matches – their worst league run in 22 years – Tottenham are facing a battle to stay up.

South Africa
Residents rely on a fountain as a source of water for domestic use

South Africa
A sermon and prayer meeting, in Ottery was held in commemoration of the late Ayatollah of Iran

South Africa
Mokoena and Lungelo Sithole face murder charges for the alleged killing of Mathabela.

South Africa
The Auditor-General issued a R4,6 million certificate of debt to Losaba in November 2025.

World
Iran’s surviving leaders are in crisis mode, battling to project security as US and Israel strikes continue.

World
Fighting intensified in the Middle East during the Olympic truce, in effect through March 15. Flights are being disrupted as athletes and families converge on Italy for the Winter Paralympics.
World
An Oman port and an oil tanker off its coast were attacked on Sunday, official media said, marking the first strikes on the sultanate – which mediated US-Iran talks – since Tehran launched a retaliation campaign.

World
Israel said on Sunday it had launched more attacks on Iran, while the Iranian government continued strikes on Israel and on U.S. targets in Gulf states, Iraq and Jordan.

Africa
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Africa
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Africa
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi – but the purchase was never completed.

Business
To start a student at a top private school for Grade R in 2026, yearly tuition can exceed R130,000, excluding additional fees.

Business
Tongaat Hullet’s liquidation has faced heated opposition, with government and industry players hoping to stop the liquidation of the icon.

Business
The UK Maritime Trade Organisation said a fire on the vessel was now under control.

Business
The National Zoological Garden of South Africa, commonly known as the Pretoria Zoo, is in a dilapidated state despite millions spent on its rehabilitation.

Politics
The South African Communist Party held a two day lekgotla of its leadership, this past weekend.

Politics
The launch set for Monday, will take place at the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg.

Politics
The DA is taking aim at issues surrounding roads, infrastructure and the water supply.

Politics
The EFF accuses Xhakaza of trying to push it out of its governance responsibilities in the metro.

Sport
Orlando Pirates return to Betway Premiership action on Wednesday night against Polokwane City to continue the title dream.

Sport
As Nottingham Forest balance Europa League football with a relegation battle, how likely is it that they will stay above the bottom three and survive this season?

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs return to Betway Premiership action on Tuesday night with a tricky away clash against Richards Bay.

Sport
Mamelodi Sundowns chairman Tlhopie Motsepe has publicly backed coach Miguel Cardoso, emphasising long-term stability despite recent pressure from supporters.

Education
Dylan Lopez Contreras, a senior at Ellis Prep academy, was taken by ICE in May. The Guardian invited him and five of his classmates to share their lives and dreams
The students at Ellis Prep academy – like most high schoolers – have a lot on their mind right now.
Essay deadlines, college applications, younger siblings and dance rehearsals. But also, the immigration operations across the US and...

Education
Experts say trusted adults must be brave and discuss issue or risk children looking for answers from unsafe sources
Teachers and parents in the UK need to be brave and discuss Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes with children and young people or risk them looking for answers from dubious or dangerous sources, according to experts who will host the first public seminar for schools on the issue.
Thrive, the...
Education
Michael Sandel, the Harvard professor, has been predicting this political moment for decades. We called him to discuss where we go from here.
Education
Jesse Appell left everything behind to pursue a comedy career in China, where Western-style club comedy was just finding its footing.
Lifestyle
SA model Lee-Ann Liebenberg and her family have been left traumatised by airstrikes and missile interceptions near their Dubai home…

Lifestyle
TV and theatre star Ian von Memerty has died. Here are his last words assuring the public that his death was NOT a suicide.

Lifestyle
Ecological burns will be taking place at three natures reserves in Cape Town this week to preserve fynbos species and prevent runaway fires.

Lifestyle
Prominent South African theatre and television personality Ian von Memerty has died after committing suicide at a Johannesburg hotel.

Entertainment
The 42 cases linked to the suspect date as far back as 1998

Entertainment
The Gunners’ second successive league win reestablished their five-point lead over second-placed Manchester City,

Entertainment
A total of R400 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 1 March 2026.

Entertainment
United edged closer to a return to the Champions League.
Science/Tech
Engadget reports:In a lengthy post on Truth Social on February 27, President Trump ordered all federal agencies to “immediately cease all use of Anthropic’s technology” following strong disagreements between the Department of Defense and the AI company. A few hours later, the U.S. conducted a major air attack on Iran with the help of Anthropic’s AI tools, according to a report from The Wall...
Science/Tech
The Pentagon and Anthropic were close to agreeing on the use of artificial intelligence. But strong personalities, mutual dislike and a rival company unraveled a deal.
Science/Tech
“Podcasts have officially overtaken AM/FM talk radio as the more popular medium for spoken-word audio in the United States,” reports TechCrunch, citing Edison Research’s Share of Ear survey:The researchers have tracked these statistics over the last decade, and almost always, the percentage of time people spent listening to podcasts increased, while their time with spoken radio broadcasts...

Science/Tech
The all-out air assault on the Islamic Republic might be the biggest gamble of the president’s career.
Motoring

Motoring
Introducing Chinese car brands early is a strategy that proved to be a great success for one South African dealership.
Motoring

Motoring
The rapid rise of delivery services means it’s more important than ever for motorists and riders to be vigilant out on the roads.
Health
Veterans and others who have suffered trauma and injuries are flocking to clinics around the world to take ibogaine. My own reason was deeply personal.
Health
A small stable of doctors gave V.I.P. medical services to the sex offender and the women around him. Some doctors bent or broke the ethical rules of their profession.
Health
Older Americans are losing billions of dollars annually to financial exploitation. Banks and investment firms are training employees to spot red flags and stop the transactions.

Health
Twenty-five women have received compensation following gynaecological surgery.