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The National Council of Provinces on Thursday adopted the climate change bill, which will now go to President Cyril Ramaphosa for assent.
THURSDAY, 25 APRIL 2024, 18:44
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The National Council of Provinces on Thursday adopted the climate change bill, which will now go to President Cyril Ramaphosa for assent.
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Students from Columbia and other US universities have protested the Vietnam war, the Gulf war and racism in the past.
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Student arrested trying to peacefully disperse students from pro-Palestine protest at university campus in Texas
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Another double murder has rocked Westbury after a couple was gunned down in front of their two young children.
South Africa
Residents in the Lebowakgomo have picketed during the visit by Water and Sanitation Minister.
South Africa
Another municipality has been held criminally liable for water pollution in Mpumalanga.
South Africa
New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned the 2020 sex crimes conviction of former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, in the case that helped trigger the #MeToo movement. In a 4-3 decision, the state Court of Appeals said the trial judge made a critical mistake by letting prosecutors introduce testimony from women who claimed that Weinstein… Read More »Harvey Weinstein’s...
South Africa
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has found that the Health Department and the South African Police Service (SAPS) failed to uphold the dignity of victims of the Enyobeni tavern tragedy. The commission on Thursday released a report looking into the deaths of 21 patrons at the Enyobeni tavern in 2022, most of them minors. In… Read More »SAPS, Health Department Failed To...
World
New York’s highest court on Thursday overturned the 2020 sex crimes conviction of former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, in the case that helped trigger the #MeToo movement.
World
Around 160 long-finned pilot whales washed up on the western Australian coast, wildlife officials say.
World
Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who turned 24 last month while in captivity, has spent more than 200 days in captivity. His left arm was partially blown off by a grenade during the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7.
World
Three astronauts will spend six months on China’s space station. Some experts worry China’s ambitious space program could pose a threat to U.S. space superiority and military effectiveness.
Africa
The prime minister warns that El Niño-triggered heavy rains are likely to continue into May.
Africa
The US and France maintained bases in Niger in order to combat jihadist organisations in the region.
Africa
A Moroccan club is awarded the win after their kit was confiscated by Algerian customs officials.
Africa
East Africa is being pounded by unusually heavy rains linked to a combination of global weather events.
Business
Angela van den Bogerd says she was not trying to “suppress” Horizon remote access.
Business
The depressed outlook for South African banks has significantly impacted share prices in 2024, but there’s one notable exception.
Business
Public enterprises minister Pravin Gordhan has revealed how much Eskom has spent on diesel for its Open Cycle Gas Turbines over the past 5 years.
Business
The world’s largest economy grew less than expected but rising inflation may delay a rate cut.
Politics
Former President Thabo Mbeki has hit the campaign trail, calling on South Africans to vote for ANC.
Politics
MK Party members are arriving at Nkandla for an election event.
Politics
Solly Msimanga says he expects load shedding to return after the 29 May elections.
Politics
Velenkosini Hlabisa also defended the Ingonyama Trust Act, which he said had been beneficial to black people in KwaZulu-Natal
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Sport
Goodbye Benni?
Sport
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Sport
Fifa has announced a partnership with Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil company, Aramco.
Sport
Everton boss Sean Dyche says the club still have “miles to go” on and off the pitch after the Merseyside derby win over Liverpool.
Education
Students react to school’s invitation to president to speak while authorities crack down on campus protests across US
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Education
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Education
[Vanguard] Private school proprietors, under the aegis of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, NAPP, have appealed to government to provide adequate security, reduce taxes, and make policies that would aid their operations.
Education
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Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Smol opened up about his long-awaited collaboration with Mörda as the two Black Motion founders reunite on a new song.
Lifestyle
Red Carnation Hotels, the South Africa family-owned hotel collection, has announced the opening of its latest masterpiece in Scotland.
Lifestyle
Kabza De Small is making headlines after cancelling his performance at the Bom Extravaganza All Black Edition on Freedom Day in Soshanguve.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Music mogul and businessman Chicco Twala, says he refuses to take the stand in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. Here’s why…
Entertainment
Radio and television personality MaBlerh will host ‘The Real Housewives of Durban’ reunion for the second year in a row.
Entertainment
Science/Tech
Our favorite zero-drop, minimalist footwear will let you feel the ground beneath your feet.
Science/Tech
Commissioners voted along party lines to revive the rules that declare broadband as a utility-like service that could be regulated like phones and water.
Science/Tech
The Federal Communications Commission is set to vote to restore net neutrality on Thursday in the latest volley of a yearslong game of political ping-pong. From a report: The commission is expected to reclassify internet service providers (ISPs) — e.g., broadband companies like AT&T and Comcast — as common carriers under Title II of the Communications Act. That classification would open ISPs up...
Science/Tech
Meta’s decision to give away powerful AI software for free could threaten the business models of OpenAI and Google.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Series returns to action after a month’s break with a line-up of 25 entrants confirmed.
Motoring
Health
Facts and common misconceptions about some of America’s most widely used drugs.
Health
Pivmecillinam, which has been used in Europe for decades, will become available next year to women 18 and older.
Health
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
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.
Nature
The South African Weather Service is partnering with French company Meteorage to improve the use of lightning data for the safety of people, animals and infrastructure.
Nature
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
More than 530 stranded loggerhead turtle hatchlings have been admitted to the Cape Town aquarium’s Turtle Conservation Centre in just two weeks.
Nature
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