Netanyahu Posts ‘Proof of Life’ Video as A.I. Sows Doubts About What’s Real
The unusual video is the latest demonstration that artificial intelligence is undermining trust — even in footage that is authentic.
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US SEC Preparing To Scrap Quarterly Reporting Requirement
The U.S. SEC is reportedly preparing a proposal to make quarterly earnings reports optional, potentially allowing companies to report results just twice a year. “The proposal could be published as soon as next month,” reports Reuters, citing a paywalled report from the Wall Street Journal, adding that “regulators are in talks with major exchanges to discuss how their rules may need to be...
Five things you need to know about Sgt Nkosi’s call to Matlala
Sgt Fannie Nkosi is accused of tipping off Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala minutes before a raid, as they had a phone call during that time.
News24 | SPAR starts cost reset with voluntary staff cuts
SPAR said on Tuesday it would implement a voluntary severance programme in certain parts of its business, without disclosing how many jobs could be affected.
Pharmacies in England report surge in demand for meningitis jab
As outbreak in Kent claims the lives of two young people, experts advise against rushing to get a vaccine
Pharmacies in England are reporting a surge in demand for meningitis vaccines after an outbreak in Kent claimed the lives of two young people and left others in hospital.
However, experts have advised against rushing to get a jab, stressing public health authorities are best placed to...
Stormers and Lions sitting pretty, Bulls and Sharks in danger as URC hits back end
The Stormers, Lions and Bulls all have good chances of making the URC top eight, while it will be a tough battle for the Sharks.
England and Wales drawn together at Hockey World Cup
England and Wales will face each other in the pool stages of the men’s Hockey World Cup later this year.
Tazmin Brits lauds ‘silent assassin’ Ayabonga Khaka for leading Proteas attack
Ayabonga Khaka took 4/27 to lead South Africa’s bowling attack in the 18-run win over New Zealand.
WATER WOES: Drought or dysfunction: What’s really driving Nelson Mandela Bay’s water crisis?
Dam levels in Nelson Mandela Bay are falling and the municipality is calling on residents to conserve water. But with water losses above 60% and thousands of leaks going unrepaired for weeks, the metro’s business chamber says the real crisis is really what’s happening inside the pipes.
Chile’s president begins building border barrier less than week into term
José Antonio Kast visited the ditch – a few feet wide and deep – on Monday, calling it a “milestone”.
ICE Releases Columbia Protester Who Was Held for One Year
Leqaa Kordia, 33, had been held in a Texas facility, where she said her health had declined. She was arrested during a 2024 protest and then detained by ICE in March 2025.
News24 | Two dead, 13 hospitalised in ‘unprecedented’ meningitis outbreak linked to UK nightclub
The British health minister on Tuesday described a deadly outbreak of meningitis linked to a nightclub as “unprecedented” after two students died and 13 people were hospitalised.
Whistle-blower’s widow seeks justice as suspect denied bail
A suspect linked to whistle-blower Marumo Phenya’s murder is denied bail as his widow continues to seek justice
Former Pirates coach wants to take over at Kaizer Chiefs
A former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana coach has issued a ‘come and get me’ plea to Kaizer Chiefs FC’s bosses.
News24 | Africa: What oil producers can do to counter price shocks
Could African oil-producing countries such as Nigeria and Angola increase production in the short term and thus ease global shortages caused by the war in the Middle East? Experts explain what that might look like.
WATCH | Coldplay kiss cam exec Kristin Cabot drops bombshell in Oprah Winfrey podcast
Kristin Cabot sat down with Oprah Winfrey to talk about the Coldplay Jumbotron incident that had a devastating effect on her life.
Masemola makes admission about Mkhwanazi’s 6 July briefing
Masemola told parliament on Tuesday that he had given the green light for Mkhwanazi’s press conferene.
Eastrand Kota Festival returns – Here’s all you need to know
The festival celebrates food, music and local entrepreneurship.
Judge blocks RFK Jr’s changes to US childhood vaccine schedule
Kennedy had slashed the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11, sparking a backlash from health experts.
Kabelo Mabalane celebrates Gail’s SAFTA win amid church service
It wasn’t a typical Sunday at church when Kabelo Mabalane proudly applauded his wife, Gail Mabalane, for her first SAFTA award.