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Hungary parliament votes to remove president from office
Tamás Sulyok was widely seen as a loyalist of former prime minister Viktor Orbán, who lost power in April after 16 years.
Chance to face Messi once in a lifetime – O’Reilly
England left-back Nico O’Reilly is relishing the “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to face Lionel Messi in Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
I hunted the men who secretly film their wives and share footage online
What disturbed Jess the most was men sharing footage of wives, girlfriends and loved ones.
Escaped prisoner Daniel Khalife assisted by two friends, jury told
Adeel Khan and Imran Chowdhury, are accused of helping the former soldier, who absconded from HMP Wandsworth in 2023.
Villa assess Estupinan move – Tuesday’s gossip
Aston Villa assess Pervis Estupinan, Bruno Guimaraes is not far sale, Inter Milan give up on signing Trevoh Chalobah, plus more
Constitutional Court exposes Cape Town’s empty affordable housing promises
While officials spin tales of progress, an apex court ruling highlights Cape Town’s lack of inner-city housing delivery over the last eight years.
Lindsey Graham’s sister chosen as replacement after senator’s death
The South Carolina governor chose the senator’s little sister to serve out the rest of his term after Graham’s death on Saturday.
It’s time to dismantle NSFAS — the scandal-plagued aid scheme is hurting SA students
Ministers and higher education leaders argue that funds should be paid directly to students and institutions, bypassing the embattled scheme entirely – with good reason.
States Sue to Block Paramount-Warner Bros Merger, Defying DOJ
A coalition of 12 states led by California is suing to block the $111 billion Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. merger, arguing it would reduce competition in theatrical distribution, blockbuster films, and basic cable licensing. The challenge (PDF) defies the DOJ’s approval of the deal. Variety reports: The coalition, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alleges that the $111 billion...
Everton captain Finnigan signs one-year extension
Everton captain Megan Finnigan signs a one-year contract extension with the Women’s Super League club.
The Problem With VAR at the 2026 World Cup Isn’t the Technology—It’s Who Interprets It
The video assistant referee system, or VAR, has led to some controversial calls at the 2026 World Cup. Here’s why.
Micro freight sector has outgrown pavements and now needs dedicated hubs
With data provided by app companies, cities can better solve the delivery bike problem through targeted planning that in a short time can provide amenities that offer better working conditions for drivers.
Et tu, Samia? Tanzania’s autocratic state and the denial of a massacre
The latest reverberation of the cover-up of post-election brutality is a campaign of state denial of the deadly violence of 2025, shifting blame back onto those who were brutalised.
24 hours in pictures, 13 July 2026
Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.
CoGTA Minister raises alarm over 35 initiate deaths
The highest death toll was recorded in Mpumalanga
Ukraine to produce French missiles, orders war planes, Macron says
PARIS, July 13 (Reuters) – President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that France would allow Ukraine to produce French-made cruise missiles, precision guided bombs and air defence interceptor missiles after Kyiv ordered next generation Franco-Italian air defence systems and Rafale fighter jets.
POLITICAL COMEBACK: Corruption suspect and former mayor Zandile Gumede returns to politics as MK deputy convener
Still facing corruption charges, the former eThekwini mayor has been elevated to MK’s provincial leadership as the party doubles down on its campaign to take control of South Africa’s most contested political province.
Sublime second half against England sees Junior Boks into U-20 world champs final
The South Africans, who will meet France in the final, were 20-12 down at half time
Apple Reportedly Agreed to Intel Chips To Avoid White House Tariffs
According to the Wall Street Journal (paywalled), Apple agreed to use Intel’s U.S. chipmaking plants after White House officials pressured Tim Cook during tariff-relief talks last summer. MacRumors reports: In August 2025, Apple CEO Tim Cook was in Washington to lobby the Trump administration to drop its proposed 100 percent tariff on semiconductor imports — a levy that would have raised costs...