Stars light up Rod Laver Arena on Australian Open opening night
The 2026 Australian Open commenced with an opening ceremony featuring some tennis greats from the past gracing Rod Laver Arena once again.
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IMF Warns Global Economic Resilience at Risk if AI Falters
The “surprisingly resilient” global economy is at risk of being disrupted by a sharp reversal in the AI boom, the IMF warned on Monday, as world leaders prepared for talks in the Swiss resort of Davos. From a report: Risks to global economic expansion were “tilted to the downside,” the fund said in an update to its World Economic Outlook, arguing that growth was reliant on a narrow range of...
High-speed train collision in Spain kills 39, injures dozens
Rescuers search twisted wreckage after two trains derail and collide near Adamuz, leaving at least 39 dead with scores injured.
Sansa warns of severe solar storm risk in next 24 hours
Sansa has warned that a powerful solar eruption could trigger severe geomagnetic storm conditions.
Hollywoodbets welcomes global sports icon Michael Owen as new brand ambassador
England and Liverpool football legend Michael Owen has officially joined Hollywoodbets as the company’s newest brand ambassador, strengthening his long-standing ties with South African sport.
Inside the spooky and deserted shopping mall that is completely empty
Two videographers give viewers a look inside the spooky R3.5 billion Villa shopping centre in Pretoria, which has been deserted for 15 years.
No talks between ICC and Scotland over replacing Bangladesh
The ICC have not held any talks with Scotland about replacing Bangladesh at next month’s men’s T20 World Cup – but Scottish players are ready if needed.
Carlson succeeds Northeast as Glamorgan captain
The 27-year-old all-rounder succeeds Sam Northeast following his return to Kent.
Eskom coming after South Africans with solar panels on their roofs
Energy expert Chris Yelland has raised serious concerns with Eskom’s push to register solar systems, particularly for households in South Africa.
Kaze criticises Senegal’s walk-off during Afcon final
Kaizer Chiefs coach Cedric Kaze criticised Senegal for leaving the pitch during the Afcon final against Morocco, condemning it as a poor precedent despite understanding disagreements with referees.
Human error identified as preliminary cause of crash that claimed lives of 13 pupils
Human error identified as preliminary cause of accident between truck and minibus transporting pupils which claimed 13 lives.
South Africa: Inmates in Matric Record 94.4 Percent 2025 Pass Rate
[SAnews.gov.za] The Department of Correctional Services has recorded a 94.4% pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams.
SA U19s thrash Tanzania U19s to get up and running in World Cup
The SA U19s are now basically secured a spot in the U19 World Cup Super Six phase, but will want to beat West Indies U19 first in their final pool match.
CAF to take action after shocking scenes during AFCON 2025 final
CAF said “appropriate action” would be taken against “those found guilty” after chaotic scenes marred the final of AFCON 2025.
Swiss deadly fire bar owners’ lawyers condemn ‘vindictiveness’
Lawyers for the Moretti couple say “lies” have been circulating about their clients, in their first public statement since the fire.
China Birth Rate Falls To Lowest Since 1949
China’s birth rate fell to 5.6 per 1,000 people in 2025, the lowest figure since the founding of the People’s Republic in 1949, and the country’s total population contracted by 3.39 million, the sharpest decline since the Mao Zedong era. The drop marks the fourth straight year of population decline and comes despite government efforts to encourage childbearing, including subsidies of about $500...
Space agency warns possible severe solar storm could hit South Africa
The South African National Space Agency says the country could see a geomagnetic storm reaching G4/Severe conditions in the next 24 hours.
Unemployed teachers camp outside KwaZulu-Natal education department
Teachers from across KZN have been camping outside the provincial education department’s offices in Pietermaritzburg since last Monday.