India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns
The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.
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News24 | ‘Death threats did seem real’: Amahle Jaxa on social media break after backlash over ‘March and March’ commentary
Amahle Jaxa has announced a temporary break from social media after facing backlash and alleged death threats over her views on the upcoming March and March movement.
UNHAPPY CAMPS: Tunisian coach sacked and Iran ‘oppressed’ on dramatic World Cup day
On a tumultuous World Cup day, Tunisia parts ways with coach Sabri Lamouchi after a devastating loss, while Iran’s squad grapples with US travel issues amid ‘restrictions’.
Nigerian army frees widow of ex-general who died in captivity
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar and his wife Amina were abducted in north-west Nigeria at the end of last month.
BAD news for ‘late’ July 2026 SASSA Children’s Grants
Unfortunately, the agency has decided to push back July 2026 SASSA Children’s Grants, leaving millions of homes with kids in the lurch …
‘Little hero’ rescued drowning friend from the sea by her hair
Tamika and Sofia-Ann were cut off by the tide and pulled under water by the waves at Abergele.
The Commodore Callback 8020 Is a Digital Detox Phone That Isn’t Dumb
With a retro look and T9 texting, the Commodore Callback 8020 smart flip phone taps into the nostalgic yearning for simpler days. It can run Spotify and Uber, but Instagram is blocked.
A.I. Boom Ignites Asian Chip Companies
They make much of the gear that goes into giant data centers. Demand for their products is shifting the balance of tech power.
Gunter’s Euro 2028 challenge to U19 finals squad
Head coach Chris Gunter says the Uefa Under-19 Championship is an opportunity for Wales’ players to showcase their talents with Euro 2028 two years away.
Aspinall ready for September return against Gane
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall says he will be ready to face Frenchman Ciryl Gane in Paris in September.
Nearly 9.5M youth still not in education, 50 years after uprising
Nearly 9.5 mln young people are still not in education, employment, or training, 50 years later.
Putin trying to intimidate with activities in UK, former MI6 chief says
Hostile states are increasingly using proxies to carry out attacks in Britain following the outbreak of war in Ukraine, Sir Richard Moore says.
Presidency pushes back on WHO claims of xenophobic killings
Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya cautioned against the spread of misinformation.
Botswana: Leverage Neurodiversity for Innovation Gains
[Botswana Daily News] Gaborone — Businesses have been urged to embrace neuro inclusion as a driver of innovation and productivity. Speaking at the strategic human resource conference in Gaborone, Lyra Botswana’s managing director, Dr Onalethata Johnson said discussions often focused on gender and age, while overlooking neurodiversity.
Here’s how much petrol and diesel could drop in July
Thanks to steadily declining oil prices and a strengthening rand, which was trading at about R16.20 to the US dollar at the time of writing, South African motorists can look forward to paying less at the pumps in July
Botswana: Youth Skills Answer to Economic Challenges
[Botswana Daily News] Gaborone — As Botswana grapples with critical economic pressures, high unemployment rates and declining dependence on diamonds, young people equipped with practical skills and entrepreneurial mindsets represent the country’s next great resource.
LIVE | National Youth Day commemoration
This year’s National Youth Day marks the 50th Anniversary of the 1976 Youth Uprising.
US-Iran deal promises end to war but how it will work unclear
Doubts swirled around the US-Iran interim deal to end the war in the Middle East as shippers said it could take weeks for confidence to return after any reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and fundamental questions remained unanswered