Record-breaker Steyn sets plans for triumph in 100th race
In the wake of her impressive win yesterday, SA’s queen of ultra-distance running Gerda Steyn is already thinking about running the 100th edition of the Comrades Marathon next year.
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The youth guide to growing your money
When it comes to money, many young people believe they need a high-paying job, a promotion, or a large lump sum before they can start investing.
Britain expected to set out under 16s social media restrictions
LONDON, June 14 (Reuters) – Britain is expected to set out restrictions on social media for children under 16 on Monday that could include banning popular platforms and features that are deemed too addictive for the wellbeing of young people online.
Trump heralds Iran deal but questions – and risks – remain
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.
US, Iran reach preliminary agreement to end war, signing set for Friday
DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 15 (Reuters) – U.S. and Iranian officials said they had agreed on a framework to end their war, halt the U.S. blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a preliminary pact that sent oil prices falling but leaves the fate of Iran’s nuclear program to further negotiations.
Jub Jub arrested after alleged kidnap and shooting in Edenvale
He was arrested after he allegedly confronted an e-hailing driver of being involved in a romantic relationship with his girlfriend.
US-Iran Peace Agreement Prompts Stock Rally, Leaves Some Investors Skeptical and Questions on Speed of Resuming Oil Production
“Asian stocks rallied Monday while oil prices tumbled,” reports CNBC, “after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a peace deal aimed at ending nearly four months of conflict…”The strongest reaction was seen in energy markets. U.S. crude oil futures for July delivery were down 4.77% to $80.83 per barrel by 8:27 p.m. ET. Brent futures, the international benchmark, for August delivery traded about 4% lower...
NOT ALL AS IT SEEMS: Foreigners first, NGOs next: The buried demand inside a viral constitutional campaign
South Africans for Constitutional Reform has presented itself as a campaign to put citizens ahead of foreigners — but one of its most significant aims may be a little-noticed demand for state oversight of NGOs.
News24 | REPORTING NOTES | AfriForum financials and Thebe Stockbroking
News24 assistant editor Pieter du Toit sits down with investigative journalist Kyle Cowan to talk about his latest story – AfriForum’s investment with the ANC-linked Thebe Stockbroking.
Mpumalanga raid nets R2m in fake goods, multiple arrests
The multi-disciplinary operation targeting the trade and distribution of counterfeit and illicit goods was conducted in Nelspruit.
Why Delhi feels hotter than what temperatures show
We spent a day out in the city with a thermal camera, recording surface temperatures indoors and outdoors.
Amad scores late winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored a superb 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador in Philadelphia.
US-Iran deal eases uncertainty over the war – but there is much still to play out
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
Gauteng traffic chief Samuel Mashaba suspended over R300m cocaine scandal
Mashaba had been testifying at the Madlanga Commission last week and came under sustained pressure.
Amad scores 90th-minute winner for Ivory Coast
Watch how Ivory Coast’s Amad Diallo wins their Group E match against Ecuador in the 90th minute at the 2026 World Cup.
Workers Spend As Much Time ‘Botsitting’ AI As Producing Useful Work, Survey Finds
“As the use of artificial intelligence spreads across companies worldwide, it is relieving workers of tedious old chores but creating new ones,” reports the Los Angeles Times. “Most people don’t realize the amount of time that they’re spending working on the tools to get the time savings that they’re professing,” said Paul Leonardi, Duca Family professor of technology management at UC Santa...
The Papers: ‘Australia plus’ social media ban and ‘Russian incursion’
A number of the papers preview the announcement of a ban on social media for under-16s on Monday.
Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some
A warmer week is ahead, though rain remains in the forecast for some.
Jurors, lawyers and social workers face ‘resilience test’ in inaccessible courts
Access issues faced by wheelchair users in courts include broken lifts, “unsafe” ramps and unsuitable toilets.
As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
Some six million bosses of American firms will be entering retirement between now and 2035.