Saracens fall to Champions Cup defeat by Sharks
Saracens’ ill-discipline proves costly as they fall to a 28-23 Investec Champions Cup defeat by the Sharks in torrential rain in Durban.
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England beat Jamaica in first day of Netball Horizon Series
England beat Jamaica 80-37 in the first day of the Vitality Netball Horizon Series. The second game can be watched on Sunday, 14 December, 14:00-15:45 GMT on iPlayer and BBC Sport website.
Two US soldiers and interpreter killed by Islamic State gunman in Syria, US military says
The Pentagon said three other service members were injured in the attack, during which the gunman was “engaged and killed”.
Sale claim superb bonus-point win against Clermont
Sale Sharks clinch an impressive bonus-point win against Clermont Auvergne to boost their hopes of qualifying from Pool One of the Champions Cup.
Pirates win Carling Cup final with weakened team
There was a big banner on the east side of this iconic venue mounted by Orlando Pirates supporters which read ‘Thank You TLB’ in tribute to departing defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi.
Anderson avoids shock to reach World Championship second round
Gary Anderson books his place in the second round of the PDC World Championship with a hard-fought 3-2 win over Adam Hunt.
‘Fantastic human’ Russo shines in Arsenal win at Everton
England striker Alessia Russo was at the heart of Arsenal’s WSL win at Everton – a reminder to doubters of how indispensable she is.
Linfield close gap as Reds and Ports also win
Linfield make up ground on the Irish Premiership’s top two teams with a 4-0 win over Crusaders, while there are also wins for Cliftonville and Portadown on Saturday.
Communications Minister refutes ANC claims of legislation amendments
The directive permits companies such as Starlink to bypass the local ownership requirements
Zoe Ball steps down from BBC Radio 2 Saturday show
Broadcaster Emma Willis will take over presenting the Saturday afternoon programme.
More of America’s Coal-Fired Power Plants Cease Operations
New England’s last coal-fired power plant “has ceased operations three years ahead of its planned retirement date,” reports the New Hampshire Bulletin. “The closure of the New Hampshire facility paves the way for its owner to press ahead with an initiative to transform the site into a clean energy complex including solar panels and battery storage systems.””The end of coal is real, and it is...
Starmer Says a Doctor Strike Would be ‘Reckless’
PM Keir Starmer says its “beyond belief” strikes could take place during flu outbreak.
University of Maryland President Cleared of Plagiarism
The claims last year by a conservative publication against Darryll J. Pines prompted a yearlong investigation and an extensive review of his published works.
England dominate Jamaica in series opener
England beat Jamaica 80-37 in the opening game of their two-match international series.
ANC raises concern over Malatsi’s communications’ amendments
The party believes the Gazette introduces policy directions that exceed the minister’s authority
South Africa won’t attend G20 Summit without US invitation: Lamola
South Africa will not boycott the summit if it’s excluded from participating.
Israel targets senior Hamas official in deadly Gaza strike
Four people were killed and multiple passers-by injured in the strike, an official from Gaza’s Hamas-run civil defence agency told the BBC.
Two killed after garden explosion and house fire
Fire crews called to reports of an explosion on Friday evening.
South Africa beat Ireland in opening ODI encounter
South Africa overcome Ireland by seven wickets in the first one-day international of a three-game series.
Over 15 000 pupils still unplaced as Gauteng grapples with school admissions pressure
The placement challenges are concentrated in specific districts across Gauteng, with Ekurhuleni North experiencing the most significant strain.
2025 was a crazy year in politics. But 2026 could be wild
Reform’s rise, Labour’s woes and Trump’s presence have changed our politics. What will the next 12 months bring?