‘People should have never doubted me’ – Rousey on Carano comeback fight
MMA legend Ronda Rousey speaks to BBC Sport on her future as a promoter, opinions on the UFC and her upcoming fight against Gina Carano.
Nature
South Africa: Gqeberha Bids Farewell to the Animal Activist, Performer and Teacher Linda-Louise Swain
[Daily Maverick] Tributes came pouring in for Gqeberha performer, teacher and animal lover Linda-Louise Swain, who has sadly died at the age of 67.
ICE releases wife of US soldier and Afghanistan veteran from detention
Deisy Rivera Ortega was taken into custody at an immigration appointment in Texas last month.
WATCH: Boity Thulo’s luxurious mansion makes ‘Top Billing’ debut amid repossession claims
The show airs on Thursday at 7pm on S3.
New York Times defends journalist after Israel threatens to sue
Israel’s prime minister says he has ordered legal action over an article which alleged Israeli security officials raped Palestinian detainees.
Eskom launches staff discipline over R21 billion diesel contract breaches
Forensic report cites non-adherence in procurement and contract management. Board chair vows recovery of every rand and accountability for all.
Saturday’s weather: Fog patches and isolated showers across SA
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for Saturday, 16 May 2026.
MKP requests debate into Parliament’s handling of Phala Phala report
MKP says the judgment reinforces the need for urgent political and legal accountability processes
Mandelson papers being withheld, says intelligence watchdog
Responding to the criticism the government said it would “publish as much material as we can as soon as possible”.
Angola: Academic Considers Artificial Intelligence an Unavoidable Reality
[ANGOP] Ramiros — The president of the Higher Polytechnic Institute Alvorecer da Juventude (ISPAJ), Albertino Sebastião, stated on Wednesday in Luanda that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an unavoidable reality that is transforming societies and economies, and in particular, teaching and learning models.
WEATHER: Rain continues to batter three provinces
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Saturday, 16 May 2026.
News24 | Brown Mogotsi arrested after Madlanga Commission appearance
Information peddler Brown Mogotsi has been arrested.
The impossible job? The pressure of refereeing Scotland’s title decider
In a league dominated by Celtic and Rangers, referees are always accused of favouring one or the other. And that means intense pressure for officials in Scotland.
eThekwini reassures residents water is safe to drink despite odour
The municipality says the water complies with quality and safety standards.
Congress Introduces Bill To Permanently Block Chinese Vehicles From US
Longtime Slashdot reader sinij shares a report from Car and Driver: A group of Michigan lawmakers has introduced a bill in Congress that would effectively place a permanent ban on Chinese connected vehicles from being sold in the United States. While an executive order signed by Joe Biden in early 2025 already imposed heavy restrictions, the new bill would codify and expand on the ban, as first...
Work-ready new Mahindra Bolero Maxx a surprise Nampo debutant
Latest variant of the “regular” Bolero is a step down in segment aimed at city usage.
I’m a passionate lad and I love it at Everton – Pickford
Jordan Pickford speaks to Wayne Rooney about Everton, England at the World Cup and becoming number one.
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Police should investigate Mogotsi for ‘manipulated evidence’ — Madlanga attorney after recusal bid denied
ANC-aligned businessman Brown Mogotsi launched an application for the withdrawal of a Madlanga Commission of Inquiry evidence leader. But now he’s heard that his application has failed and that he should be referred to police for investigation for allegedly submitting a ‘falsified’ record that is key to the saga.
Musician Shebe Maburna case postponed to 28 May
The case of musician Lehlohonolo “Shebe Maburna” Chauke has been postponed to 28 May 2026.
Defence calls Col Mahlangu as witness over Ntanzi’s detention in 2020
Mahlangu says there is an error in the occurrence book entry relating to a cell inspection.