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South Africa

Hindus celebrate Diwali

Today at 10:58 AM, via SABC News

Hindus around the country will celebrate the Festival of Lights or Diwali on Monday.

World

Australian prime minister to visit the White House Monday

Today at 11:02 AM, via NPR

NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with Indo-Pacific security expert Michael Fullilove about US-Australian relations ahead of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to the White House Monday.

Business

End of the line for taxpayers in South Africa

Today at 11:42 AM, via BusinessTech

Monday, 20 October, marks the final day for non-provisional taxpayers to file their tax returns for the 2025 tax season, with the South African Revenue Service warning of fines and penalties if not done in time.

Business

South Africa on edge waiting for good news

Today at 10:59 AM, via BusinessTech

The South African rand was firm early on Monday, as investors looked ahead to inflation data and the possible removal of the country from the Financial Action Taskforce’s “grey” list.

Sport

Sri Lanka’s Gunaratne trapped lbw first ball

Today at 12:01 PM, via BBC News

Sri Lanka’s Vishmi Gunaratne is trapped lbw by Bangladesh’s Marufa Akter on the first ball of their match in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

Sport

What would Dyche bring to Forest?

Today at 11:53 AM, via BBC News

Match of the Day’s Mark Chapman, Troy Deeney and Shay Given discuss what former Burnley and Everton boss Sean Dyche might bring to struggling Nottingham Forest.

Education

‘It’s a bit clandestine, a bit punk’: the guerrilla scheme letting skint artists mass-share gallery membership cards

Today at 12:20 PM, via The Guardian

Now 600 strong, the Artist Membership Project is helping young artists see exhibitions while dodging hefty entry fees at top British institutions. We meet the founder of the scheme

On a railing, not far from Tate Modern, is a lockbox. Enter a code and inside is a membership card to the museum, enabling free access to its temporary exhibitions. You get your ticket, you return the card.

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Education

Why Are More Retirees Going Back to College?

Today at 11:00 AM, via New York Times

At Arizona State University, residents pay about $500,000 in entrance fees to live on campus and take classes alongside undergraduates.

Science/Tech

Vodacom Pumps R660m Into Gauteng Network For 4G/5G Surge

Today at 12:41 PM, via Tech Financials

A massive R660-million infrastructure investment is set to transform connectivity across Southern Gauteng, with Vodacom launching new sites and expanding its 5G footprint to bridge the digital divide. Vodacom Southern Gauteng is reinforcing its commitment to the region with a massive financial injection of over R660 million this financial year. The investment is strategically targeted […]

Science/Tech

Zohran Mamdani, the Internet’s Mayor

Today at 12:30 PM, via Wired

Mere months ago, New York’s mayoral front-runner was polling right next to “Someone Else.” He spoke to WIRED about building a social media machine, Big Tech capitulation, and learning from Eric Adams.

Science/Tech

Enartis & Parsec Are Shaping Winemaking’s Future Via Tech

Today at 12:29 PM, via Tech Financials

Enartis, a world leader in oenological products and technologies, has announced the signing of a preliminary agreement to acquire 100% of Parsec, an Italian centre of excellence renowned for its advanced, integrated control systems for the wine sector. The strategic agreement, which is pending Italian regulatory approval, is a great step towards creating a unified […]

Science/Tech

SA Connect rebooted with private sector support

Today at 12:25 PM, via ITWeb

Government’s struggling SA Connect broadband project gains momentum through private sector partnerships, subsidising internet service providers to expand networks.

Health

The Interview

Today at 01:30 AM, via BBC News

Katty Kay speaks to Dr Vivek Murthy about how to tackle the challenge posed by loneliness