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‘Serious failure’ to arrest triple killer on warrant
Valdo Calocane killed three people and seriously injured three others in Nottingham on 13 June 2023.
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Valdo Calocane killed three people and seriously injured three others in Nottingham on 13 June 2023.

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The former prince travelled the globe as the UK’s trade representative between 2001 and 2011.

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Tottenham’s heavy north London derby defeat against Arsenal on Sunday just confirmed what everyone already knew – Igor Tudor’s team are in serious trouble. BBC Sport assesses their precarious situation, what relegation might bring and asks if they are too big to go down?
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This week, there will be an auction of land in Cape Town – including the iconic Good Hope Centre. Activists and organisations are up in arms, citing a loss of land that could be used for housing.

South Africa
Only 15 out of a total of 38 arrested suspects have been granted bail so far.

South Africa
Proceedings were suspended due to inclement weather causing noise in the court room.

South Africa
The latest batch comes a week after the province received 1,400 vaccine doses
South Africa
Indaba places fire risk crisis under the spotlight
South Africa faces a complex and worsening fire risk environment, driven by rapid urbanisation, the rapid growth of informal settlements, expansion of the wildland–urban interface, climate variability, and uneven municipal capacity.
According to the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) fire incidents...

World
Hundreds of people have been displaced and dozens are missing, with rescue operations still ongoing in Juiz de Fora.

World
Two people died when a tree fell on their car during a historic winter storm that has also delayed flights and left thousands without power.

World
The prisoners escaped from a jail in Puerto Vallarte after armed men rammed one of the gates.

World
An NPR investigation found that the DOJ withheld some Epstein files related to abuse allegations against Trump. And, what you need to know ahead of the president’s State of the Union address tonight.

Africa
The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.

Africa
Supporters of the move said the Kotoka name contradicted the country’s democratic values.

Africa
A Chadian government spokesperson says the decision is aimed at protecting citizens.

Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe and one other man have not commented on the charges after a 23-year-old was shot.
Business

Business
South Africa’s hijacking capital truly lives up to its name, accounting for 58% of all reported carjackings in the country.
Business

Business
BBC News NI having been looking at they key aspects of the new guidelines.

Politics
Brown Mogotsi refuted claims that Matlala helped him financially.

Politics
General Sibiya was being questioned by evidence leader Adila Hassim.

Politics
Gauteng’s prolonged water crisis and Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s recent comments — for which he later apologised — about using hotel facilities during outages returned to the forefront as political parties responded to his State of the Province address. The speech did not provide sufficient detail on how the province would end the chronic water shortages, […]

Politics
Sibiya has denied being aware of the presence of Matlala at his son’s party in September 2024.

Sport
Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns face AmaZulu with a shot at going level with Orlando Pirates at the top of the league.

Sport
Caroline Weir is “more determined that ever” to reach a World Cup after being installed as Melissa Andreatta’s captain.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs’ July signing Ethan Chisllet has finally earned his debut against Stellenbosch FC at the FNB Stadium in the Betway Premiership.

Sport
BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains the number of fashion trends that have taken place in football.
Education
A new study from the Pew Research Center finds teens think chatbot-assisted cheating has become “a regular feature of student life.”

Education
Unite Group cuts rents at some universities and raises cash by selling London site to joint venture for £186m
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A drop in the number of international students coming to the UK has hit the student housing provider Unite Group, which lowered its profit outlook for the third time in four months as weaker demand prompted it to cut rents in some cities.
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Education
[GroundUp] Judge finds no “exceptional circumstances” to justify Wesley Neumann’s immediate return to Heathfield High

Education
What is behind the growing anger over plan 2 student loans and what could reforms mean for graduates?
Pressure is building on the government to reform the student loans system, with politicians and campaigners piling in, and a minister conceding there are “problems” with the current set-up.
Yesterday the consumer champion Martin Lewis – who last month locked horns with Rachel Reeves –...

Lifestyle
A South African massage therapist has been named in fresh international reports linked to former British royal Prince Andrew.

Lifestyle
Summer heat can be dangerous for pets. Discover the summer pet care tips to prevent heatstroke, protect paws and keep your dog or cat safe.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Entertainment
King of Rock and Roll Bryan Adams is heading back to Mzansi for a series of shows. He shared some thoughts with us.

Entertainment
Award-winning British R&B star confirms two South African performances this April.

Entertainment
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 25 February 2026.

Science/Tech
The eCommerce landscape in Africa and globally is evolving rapidly, with online retailers constantly seeking ways to optimize operations, improve customer experiences, and scale efficiently. One of the most significant challenges facing multi-store Shopify merchants is maintaining accurate inventory, seamless order processing, and up-to-date product listings across multiple storefronts. As...
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader shares a report: Microsoft Azure CTO Mark Russinovich and VP of Developer Community Scott Hanselman have written a paper arguing that senior software engineers must mentor junior developers to prevent AI coding agents from hollowing out the profession’s future skills base. The paper, Redefining the Engineering Profession for AI, is based on several assumptions, the first of...

Science/Tech
As traders search for the best crypto to buy now, three coins are dominating attention across the market. The Hyperliquid crypto has gained about 14% in 2026, standing out amid a broader altcoin slowdown, though $30 remains a stubborn ceiling. Meanwhile, the Ethereum price is hovering near $2,000, a key support level, and holding this […]

Science/Tech
Cape Town International Airport confirms that power has been fully restored following a fire incident earlier today in the Northern Service Yard (International inner lane, landside). The fire was reported at approximately 11h15 and was extinguished shortly thereafter. As a precaution, sections of the International Terminal affected by smoke were evacuated. We can confirm that […]
Motoring

Motoring
One Indian and two Chinese car brands have factories in South Africa, and another Chinese carmaker plans to open one in mid-2026.

Motoring
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has ordered Sanral to find a way to secure the N1.
Motoring

Health
New contract will require patients in England to be given immediate appointment if needed.
Health
Ms. Stavenhagen started a group intended to counter the notion that A.L.S. was an “older white man’s disease.”
Health
Dr. Ralph Abraham, the agency’s principal deputy director, has called the Covid vaccines “dangerous.” Other skeptics have recently left federal health roles.
Health
Horses, with their high-pitched whinnies, seemed to buck the trend of larger animals producing lower sounds, but a new study explains the mechanics behind the noises a horse makes.