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The former contestant alleges he received an “anonymous” email from a BBC executive with stats showing he received “far more” votes.

Blues manager Enzo Maresca hints that having some more experience in his squad would be beneficial following their comeback to earn a point at Newcastle.

The teenager’s family remember their daughter as a bright and beautiful girl.

Prince William brings his son, aged 12, to the Passage charity, where he was once brought by his mother, Diana.

Nehawu took the national department to court, seeking permanent employment for these workers.

Egypt, through its Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, has led the adoption of a United Nations resolution on artificial intelligence technologies in telecommunication development, reinforcing support for developing countries in the global digital transition. The resolution was adopted during the World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025, hosted by Azerbaijan, after...

Mozambique’s National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies is leading the development of a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, with technical support from United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, to guide the ethical and inclusive use of emerging technologies. The initiative was outlined by Lourino Chemane, chairman of the board of the...

Zimbabwe’s recently launched National Artificial Intelligence Strategy has been welcomed by stakeholders as a timely and forward-looking policy, with calls for its implementation to deliberately harness local skills, institutions and capital. Speaking in an interview with NewsDay, Indigenous Advisory Practitioners Association of Zimbabwe (IAPAZ) Secretary Last Matema said the strategy signals...

The attack at Australia’s Bondi Beach earlier this week on people who were celebrating the first night of Hanukkah was horrific. Stories have emerged about those who died trying to stop the gunmen.

New South Wales will look at passing hate speech laws after Australia’s deadliest shooting in almost 30 years.

The partial release of documents includes photos of the late sex offender’s properties, audio files and redacted documents.

Morocco has spent more than a decade reshaping its football, but will hosting Afcon 2025 allow the country to end a 50-year wait for the trophy?

Ugandan law requires public servants to remain politically neutral and bars them from active politics.

Former world champion and Olympian Lawrence Okolie believes his decision to fight in Lagos will inspire other big British names including Anthony Joshua.

Communities grapple daily with failing health services, entrenched corruption and gender inequality, leaving women and girls literally walking for survival

Frozen For You is expanding across South Africa, with the company offering healthy, easy-to-prepare meals for consumers.

Discovery Insure has highlighted the increased risk of hijacking in the final months of the year, and has urged motorists to check their trackers.

Investors are betting big on Clicks, with international investors expected to invest heavilty in the retailer.

South African motorists are being urged to stay alert over the busy festive season, as criminals exploit unpaid fines and heightened travel activity to scam and intimidate road users.

The City of Johannesburg is currently facing significant challenges with hijacked buildings.

The proposed salary increases, if approved, could see the President earning R3.4 million annually.

The enquiry is investigating suspended advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office.

The pre-match pyrotechnics at Hampden Park brought colour and noise, but there was a distinct lack of fireworks when Glasgow and Edinburgh faced off.

Bafana Bafana have one weakness ahead of the AFCON which could be exposed. Has Hugo Broos worked on that weakness?

Man City boss Pep Guardiola is pleased with the intensity of the pressing of his forward players and his defence as well after his side comfortably beat West Ham 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe says his side were denied a “stonewall” penalty in their 2-2 draw with Chelsea – so, does he have a point?

Pearl Thusi’s claims about Thabo Bester has trended on social media after her tribute to DJ Warras at his memorial service went viral…

A family friend of DJ Warras has accused Pearl Thusi of leading a ‘disrespectful’ tribute to the late star at his memorial service…

Despite facing numerous systems challenges, 2026 Social Relief of Distress Grants have been extended for another year …

The US Justice Department began releasing a cache of records from its investigations into the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Arsenal can retake top spot for Christmas when they visit Everton later.

It was a messy affair between two out of form teams, that fittingly ended with a late show that turned the match on its head in favour of the home team.

Catch up on the biggest stories this Saturday, 20 December 2025, in our simple daily news update.

The Department of Transport reported on Friday that festive season road deaths were down roughly 20% from last year.

My brake pedal makes a strange noise, my engine fan has a mind of its own – but I still get to my destination.

The Road Traffic Infringement Agency has clarified what will happen to motorists’ driving licences once the demerit point system goes live.

Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels.