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Musk’s fellowship of Royal Society in doubt after Unite the Kingdom rally address
The world’s most prestigious scientific body raised concerns about the “language of violence” at the march.

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Nvidia to become one of Intel’s biggest shareholders with new investment
The White House denies any involvement with the deal which came after Nvidia’s CEO met US President Donald Trump.

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Starmer gets pat on back from Trump for criticising Hamas
UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer got a pat on the back from US President Donald Trump when criticising Hamas.
South Africa
News24 | Mpumalanga hospital cleaner arrested for illegal possession of human placentas
A hospital cleaner in Mpumalanga has been arrested after being found in possession of human placentas, allegedly with the intent to sell them.

South Africa
Cat Matlala boasted about Sibiya becoming Hawks Head: Mkhwanazi
Mkhwanazi adds that the telephone call occurred while Matlala was in prison.

South Africa
Strive Masiyiwa’s Quiet Revolution: Powering Africa’s Digital Public Infrastructure
Strive Masiyiwa isn’t chasing the next viral app or flashy startup. The Zimbabwean billionaire, who once shattered telecom monopolies with Econet Wireless, is now building something far less sexy but infinitely more critical: Africa’s digital backbone. Through his Cassava Technologies group, he’s laying the foundation for a continent-wide digital nervous system, one that could let […]
South Africa
News24 | Cabanac demands R5m payout; Interest rate unchanged: Today’s top 7 stories in 7 minutes
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
World
News24 | UN defies US veto threat with Thursday vote on Gaza ceasefire resolution
The UN Security Council is slated to vote on Thursday on the latest call for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian access to Gaza, a move supported by a majority seeking to act despite repeated US vetoes.

World
Royals, Maga and tech CEOs: What we learned from state banquet guest list
The event is as much about diplomacy as it is about fine dining.

World
Trump wraps up state visit to U.K.
After a day of royal pomp, President Trump’s visit to the United Kingdom closes with a business reception and a meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

World
Egypt says 3,000-year-old bracelet was stolen and melted down
A specialist took the gold artefact from a Cairo museum and sold it through a jeweller, officials say.

Africa
Malawi’s parties warned not to prematurely declare election victory
The parties of both President Lazarus Chakwera and his main rival, Peter Mutharika, say they won Tuesday’s poll.

Africa
African pride as Rwanda prepares for cycling history
Rwanda will make history when it becomes the first African nation to host cycling’s Road World Championships from 21-28 September.

Africa
Togo leader’s sister-in-law arrested after calling for end to family rule
Marguerite Gnakadé has become a vocal critic of Togo’s long-serving leader Faure Gnassingbé.

Africa
Chebet focused on ‘crazy dream’ of historic double in Tokyo
Kenya’s Beatrice Chebet is aiming to become just the third woman to clinch a 5,000m-10,000m double at the World Athletics Championships.
Business
Business

Business
Free welcome cafe opens to help community connect
The monthly cafe is being run by the volunteers behind the Highworth Community Larder project.

Business
Chipmaker Nvidia to invest $5bn in rival Intel
The two American chipmakers will partner to make personal computer and data centre chips, in a lifeline for Intel as it struggles to profit from the AI boom.

Politics
Clean audits are not clean streets, Ramaphosa defends his DA ‘praise’
He was speaking during an exclusive interview with SABC News Political Editor, Mzwandile Mbeje

Politics
Mkhwanazi details how seizure of dockets impacted police work
Mkhwanazi is continuing his testimony on Day 2 of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria.

Politics
LIVE: MKP’s bid to halt Madlanga Commission in court
The MK Party continues its bid to halt the inquiry from proceeding.

Politics
LIVE: Madlanga Commission of Inquiry: Day 2
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into the criminal underworld continues.

Sport
‘A few weeks out’: Cardoso confirms injury setback for Zwane
Mamelodi Sundiwns head coach Miguel Cardoso has confirmed Themba Zwane will be out of action for the second time this season.

Sport
Ex-French Ligue 1 coach wants Kaizer Chiefs job
A former French Ligue 1 coach is reportedly ready to replace Tunisia head coach Nasreddine Nabi at Kaizer Chiefs.

Sport
Trump and Murphy both knocked out of English Open
World number one Judd Trump slips to a 4-3 defeat against Elliot Slessor, while Shaun Murphy loses by the same score to Jackson Page in the fifth round of the English Open.

Sport
Heatley ‘traumatised’ by wall collision incident
Carrick Rangers winger Paul Heatley says he felt “traumatised” after suffering injuries in a collision with the wall surrounding the pitch during Saturday’s game against Bangor at Taylors Avenue.

Education
‘I had teachers crying’: the schools trying to plug million-dollar funding holes after Trump cuts
Ashe county, North Carolina, and thousands of other school districts are scrambling after a freeze on nearly $7bn
In the time it took to read an email, the federal money vanished before Eisa Cox’s eyes: dollars that supported the Ashe county, North Carolina, school district’s after-school program, training for its teachers and salaries for some jobs.
The email from the US Department of...
Education
Uganda: UPC Demands Equal Pay and Improved Conditions for Teachers
[Nile Post] The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has called on government to urgently address salary disparities and poor working conditions in the education sector, warning that persistent neglect could derail the country’s human capital development.
Education
Uganda: Mbale Teachers Reject RCC Plea, Vow Not to Return to Class
[Nile Post] Mbale City The industrial action, coordinated under the Uganda National Teachers’ Union (Unatu), has left thousands of pupils stranded as the third school term begins.
Education
Uganda: NUP Defends Its School of Leadership, Citing Constitutional Rights
[Nile Post] Kampala – The National Unity Platform (NUP) has defended the legality of its School of Leadership, arguing that the institution is a political training organ protected by the Constitution, not a conventional school requiring registration under the Ministry of Education.

Lifestyle
Queen Thandi takes on a second title
Queen Thandi of the Zulu nation was capped with a doctoral degree at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s graduation ceremony.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Black Motion on their Sama nominations and performing at the safari this weekend
Black Motion is hosting Friends of Black Motion at the Lion & Safari Park at the Cradle of Humankind in the North West.

Entertainment
‘SA and Africa have never recognised what he has done for the industry’ – Lebo M on Ladysmith Black Mambazo founder
Lebo M said Shabalala created a global identity for South Africa and its culture

Entertainment
‘We are creating a stage for an African child’ says former Muvhango actress after co-founding film school
Maumela Mahuwa is the co-founder of the African Academy of Cinematic Arts based in Randburg.

Entertainment
Jaden Smith’s Louboutin gig stirs fresh ‘nepo baby’ debate
With little formal design training, Jaden Smith faces high expectations as Christian Louboutin’s new chief menswear designer.
Science/Tech
China’s DeepSeek Says Its Hit AI Model Cost Just $294,000 To Train
Chinese AI developer DeepSeek said it spent $294,000 on training its R1 model, much lower than figures reported for U.S. rivals, in a paper that is likely to reignite debate over Beijing’s place in the race to develop artificial intelligence. Reuters: The rare update from the Hangzhou-based company — the first estimate it has released of R1’s training costs — appeared in a peer-reviewed article...

Science/Tech
City Power in emergency ICT maintenance
The power utility warns customers to expect temporary downtime across several of its platforms and services.
Science/Tech
Amazon Violated Online Shopper Protection Law, Judge Rules Ahead of Prime Signup Trial
Amazon violated consumer protection law by gathering Prime subscribers’ billing information before disclosing the service’s terms, a judge ruled on Wednesday, handing the U.S. Federal Trade Commission a partial win. From a report: The ruling by U.S. District Judge John Chun in the case accusing Amazon of deceptive practices to generate Prime subscriptions puts the company at a disadvantage at...

Science/Tech
Google Injects Gemini Into Chrome as AI Browsers Go Mainstream
Google weaving Gemini further into the popular Chrome browser is an inflection point for AI in our software, although some users will still be looking for the “off” switch.

Motoring
Tata Curvv banks on its swooping good looks to bowl buyers over
Coupe-like silhouette helps this crossover SUV stands out from the rest of the crowd.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
Toyota HiAce PWD makes wheelchair access simple and seamless
Persons with Disabilities Ses’fikile model features a sturdy automated rear ramp.
Health
U.S. to Cut Out Nongovernmental Groups in Refocusing Health Aid
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States would negotiate agreements to deliver aid in new ways and would focus on the Western Hemisphere and Asia Pacific.
Health
What It Means to Set a Boundary
It might sound counterintuitive, but your relationships can benefit from rules and limitations.
Health
Kennedy to Announce Firing of Organ Transplant Group After Safety Problems
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to announce that the U.S. is firing a Miami-based organ donation coordinator, effectively closing it down — a warning to other transplant groups.

Health
A soft play designed for autistic kids
The play area also has a calming room for children to relax in.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.