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All eyes on the South African rand

Today at 11:25 AM, via Daily Investor

Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago said a 10% move in the exchange rate would have a much stronger impact on inflation in South Africa than a similar jump in oil prices.

South Africa

Police seize drugs worth R2.8m at OR Tambo International

Today at 10:30 AM, via SAnews

Police seize drugs worth R2.8m at OR Tambo International

Police at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) have seized drugs with an estimated street value of R2.8 million.

“During routine day-to-day operations, police made the first discovery of crystal meth worth R2.2 million at a cargo warehouse on Wednesday. The meth was destined for the Philippines from South Africa,” the...

Sport

Here’s who’s fighting on the White House UFC card – CONFIRMED

Today at 10:33 AM, via The South African

An Ultimate Fighting Championship event to be staged on the White House’s South Lawn in June will he headlined by Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, the UFC announced on Saturday. The lightweight championship clash will top a bill of six fights set to take place on the US Flag Day holiday and the 80th birthday […]

Education

What Does School Choice Really Mean?

Yesterday at 14:00 PM, via New York Times

Readers respond to a guest essay that argued that more school vouchers would improve public education.

Education

Uganda: Alupo Urges Universities to Embrace Competence-Based Curriculum, Ai

Friday at 18:40 PM, via AllAfrica

[Nile Post] Vice President Jessica Alupo has urged universities to integrate the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) into their academic programmes in order to produce graduates equipped with critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed in today’s competitive job market.

Entertainment

Yamal bends Barca past Bilbao

Today at 11:01 AM, via The Citizen

‘We’re already seeing what Lamine can do – he puts it right in the top corner and there’s nothing the keeper can do,’ Barca midfielder Pedri told Movistar.

Science/Tech

Daylight Saving Time Ritual Continues. But Are There Alternatives?

Today at 10:34 AM, via Slashdot

Would you move sunrise to 9 a.m. in Detroit? Or to 4:11 a.m. in Seattle… Though both options have problems, “There’s no law we can pass to move the sun to our will,” argues the president of the nonprofit “Save Standard Time”. The Associated Press explains why America remains stuck in that annual ritual making clocks “spring forward, fall backward…”The U.S. has tinkered with the clock...

Science/Tech

As US Tariffs Hit EVs, Hyundai Discontinues Its Cheapest IONIQ 6, While Kia Delays EV6 adn EV9 GT

Today at 06:44 AM, via Slashdot

First, Hyundai “is discontinuing its most affordable electric sedan after just three years on the market,” reports USA Today. After being introduced in 2022, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 “quickly gained the admiration of automotive critics because of its affordable pricing and capable performance specs.” But now, Hyundai “is axing the most affordable versions of the EV, leaving consumers with only one...

Science/Tech

Steven Spielberg + Dinosaurs + Netflix = Mixed Reviews

Today at 04:34 AM, via Slashdot

Steven Spielberg directed his last Jurassic Park movie nearly 30 years ago, notes ScreenRant. But the 79-year-old filmmaker now brings us The Dinosaurs, a four-part documentary on Netflix where he’s executive producer:The first few reviews are in, and the results lead to a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. It’s worth noting that the rating will likely fluctuate since there are only six...