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Japan court sentences ex-PM Abe’s assassin to life in prison

Today at 11:56 AM, via Daily Maverick

A Japanese court on Wednesday sentenced a 45-year-old man to life imprisonment for fatally shooting former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in an incident that stunned the nation three and a half years ago.

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Former South Korean PM Han jailed for 23 years in martial law case

Today at 11:50 AM, via Daily Maverick

A South Korean court jailed former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo for 23 years on Wednesday, on charges that included insurrection relating to ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law in December 2024.

South Africa

Booysens court shooting condemned

Today at 11:09 AM, via SAnews

Booysens court shooting condemned

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has condemned the fatal shooting outside the Booysens Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.

The incident claimed the lives of at least two people while three others were left injured.

The committee called for accountability from security officials that were present at the...

Sport

Springbok, Stormers star up for big award

Today at 11:23 AM, via The South African

A Springbok and Stormers superstar will be a frontrunner for the 2026 Investec Player of the Year award after 10 nominees were confirmed.

Education

South Africa: Floods Derail Start of 2026 Classes in Limpopo and Mpumalanga – – Hundreds of Schools Shut

Today at 09:26 AM, via AllAfrica

[Daily Maverick] Relentless rains have submerged roads, collapsed bridges and damaged dozens of schools across Limpopo’s Vhembe, Mopani, and Sekhukhune districts and Mpumalanga’s Bushbuckridge, forcing the closure of more than 400 schools, delaying the academic year for thousands of learners. Damage reports are on the rise and access remains impossible for many, while parents and officials face...

Education

‘Crunch time’ on rising costs of Send provision in England, says thinktank

Today at 02:01 AM, via The Guardian

IFS says system failing to deliver for those who need it and ministers face stark choices with white paper imminent

The government is facing “crunch time” over the rising costs and failures of special needs education for children in England, according to a report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies.

The IFS said government spending on educating children with special needs would double between...

Education

Sudan: Minister of Infrastructure Underscores Al-Nilein University’s Role in Scientific Advancement Mo

Today at 01:10 AM, via AllAfrica

[SNA] – Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Seif Al-Nasr Haroun lauded Al-Nilein University’s leading role in keeping pace with scientific and technical progress, praising its swift rehabilitation of facilities damaged during the Rapid Support Forces militia rebellion. He reaffirmed the ministry’s readiness to cooperate fully to enable the university to carry out its mission.

Science/Tech

Solana Price Prediction: SOL Is On-Track To Regain $250 This Year but the Question Is When? Is Meme-Mania Truly Over?

Today at 10:27 AM, via Tech Financials

The Solana price forecast conversation has resurfaced as the crypto market seeks direction following a volatile period. Solana has remained one of the essential networks for decentralized applications, NFTs, and overall fast-tracked blockchain adoption, though there has been a chill in altcoin markets. On the other hand, more focus has been placed on infrastructural projects. […]

Motoring

Bad news for Takata in South Africa

Today at 09:54 AM, via TopAuto

Takata South Africa’s application for leave to appeal a Competition Appeal Court ruling has been dismissed.