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FESTIVE TRADITION: The enduring magic of panto: 38 years of Christmas at the Joburg Theatre

Today at 12:48 PM, via Daily Maverick

For 38 years, the Johannesburg Christmas pantomime has been a festive cultural fixture at the Joburg Theatre, delighting audiences with high-energy comedy, audience participation and sharp local satire. The tradition, pioneered by visionary director Janice Honeyman, aims to stimulate children’s imaginations while launching local actors’ careers.

Business

Why are UK prices still rising?

Today at 13:14 PM, via BBC News

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England’s 2% target.

Sport

‘Sometimes you have a bit of luck’ – Carey saved by technology error

Today at 12:15 PM, via BBC News

Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey says he got a “bit of luck” after admitting he’d thought he’d hit been caught on the opening day of the third Test between Australia and England. Carey was given not out on the field of play, after the “Snicko” technology appeared to reprieve him; a decision the operator of the technology said was an “error” following the day’s play in Adelaide.

Education

A Harvard scholar’s ouster exposes a crisis of institutional integrity | Eric Reinhart

Today at 13:00 PM, via The Guardian

The dismissal of a a renowned health leader who refused to ignore Palestine highlights false claims of universality in human rights, global health and academia

Last Tuesday afternoon, Dean Andrea Baccarelli at the Harvard School of Public Health sent out a brief message announcing that one of the country’s most experienced and accomplished public health leaders, Dr Mary T Bassett, would...

Education

EU chiefs welcome UK’s decision to rejoin Erasmus as ‘big step forward’ – Europe live

Today at 12:30 PM, via The Guardian

Negotiations among EU leaders continue ahead of critical European Council meeting in Brussels on Thursday

We are also getting first reactions from members of the European Parliament.

Sandro Gozi, an Italian politician elected to European Parliament from France, welcomed the agreement on the UK rejoining Erasmus+, saying it was “excellent news”.

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Education

Share your views on the UK rejoining the EU Erasmus student exchange programe

Today at 12:29 PM, via The Guardian

We’d like to hear from people who think they may want to participate in the programme from 2027 and those who have taken part in the past

The Erasmus scheme, officially called Erasmus+, is to reopen after the government announced an agreement to rejoin the student exchange programme.

British students and staff will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027. They will be...

Education

Nigeria: Ebonyi – Provost Expresses Concern Over Security Challenges in Institution

Today at 12:07 PM, via AllAfrica

[Leadership] The provost, Ebonyi State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Ngbo, Mrs Chetachi Jerry Usulor, has expressed concern over security and other challenges facing the institution and called for concerted effort by the state government and other individuals in the state in addressing such challenges.

Science/Tech

Warning to people going on holiday in South Africa

Today at 13:01 PM, via MyBroadband

MyBroadband asked two prominent security companies about the common trends in crime during the holiday period and how homes can best protect themselves against this activity.