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Harry and Meghan accuse royal author of ‘deranged conspiracy’
Extracts from a new book about the Royals claim the Queen said Meghan had “brainwashed” Prince Harry.

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Ireland beat Scotland to keep title hopes alive
Ireland outlast Scotland in a pulsating Six Nations Triple Crown decider to keep their championship hopes alive and deny the Scots in Dublin.

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WEATHER: Disruptive rain expected in TWO provinces
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Sunday, 15 March 2026.

South Africa
Adams mentors boys to combat gangsterism, crime in Gauteng
Sessions were held in Riverlea, Noordgesig, Westbury, Reiger Park, and Eldorado Park in Johannesburg

South Africa
Family, friends gather to pay their respects to Soli Philander
South African comedian and actor, Soli Philander died last week at the age of 65

South Africa
One dead, 3 wounded in two separate Cape Flats shootings
Ndakhe Gwala says the motive for the shootings is unknown and no arrests have been made yet.

South Africa
SALGA criticises Eskom move to cut power to 14 municipalities
Eskom is in the process of issuing notices to defaulting municipalities before cutting power

World
Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled
The strikes comes after the United States paused ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine due to the war with Iran.

World
Kennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year
The Trump ally’s departure comes as the centre prepares to shut down for a two-year renovation.

World
Gazans urged to shelter as sandstorm turns skies orange
Displaced Palestinians were told to secure their tents to prevent them being blown away as a storm swept through the enclave.

World
Brazil’s ex-President Bolsonaro is in intensive care with pneumonia, hospital says
One of Bolsonaro’s doctor’s described the former Brazilian president’s medical condition as “serious.”

Africa
France returns sacred ‘talking drum’ looted during colonial rule to Ivory Coast
The move forms part of a broader process of returning cultural artefacts to African countries that started in 2017.

Africa
Globetrotting Constantine back in charge of Rwanda
Rwanda reappoint globetrotting Englishman Stephen Constantine as head coach of their men’s national team on a two-year contract.

Africa
Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.

Africa
One house, two faiths, one fasting season
Ramadan and Lent haven’t overlapped since 1993 and couples like Olanrewaju and Kaosara in Nigeria are observing them together.

Business
Ultra-luxury retailer that started as a petrol station slowing taking over South Africa
An ultra-luxury retail concept that began at a petrol station forecourt is rapidly expanding across South Africa.

Business
Cash isn’t king in South Africa
Nedbank CFO Mike Davis says that South Africa is seeing a push away from cash, which is extremely expensive for banks.

Business
Heating oil support ‘needs to be delivered now’
Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at “different options” to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills.

Business
South Africa literally collapsing in front of everyone’s eyes
Incidents of collapse are increasing across South Africa and points to serious failures in the regulated construction industry.

Politics
DA slams ANC over eThekwini water crisis
The Democratic Alliance has set its target on winning key municipalities such as Umhlathuze

Politics
Lekota was a towering figure of SA’s liberation struggle: Mashatile
Mosiuoa Lekota passed away last week aged 77 at a Johannesburg hospital after a long illness.

Politics
Mashatile praises Lekota’s ethical leadership
Mashatile delivered the eulogy at Lekota’s funeral service at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Politics
Lekota will remain a symbol of hope for South Africans: Mbalula
Lekota’s funeral service is under way at the Grey Sports Ground in Bloemfontein

Sport
Impressive Ireland beat Scotland to win Triple Crown
Ireland pull off a fantastic 43-21 win over Scotland in a pulsating Triple Crown contest in Dublin, to keep their hopes of regaining the Six Nations title from France alive on Super Saturday.

Sport
Blitzboks overpower New Zealand in New York Sevens opener
South Africa scored two tries in each half, producing a disciplined defensive display and clinical finishing to secure the win.

Sport
Isaac Des Obeaux wins Midlands Grand National
Jockey Sam Twiston-Davies and trainer Paul Nicholls combine to win the Midlands Grand National with Isaac Des Obeaux at Uttoxeter.

Sport
Sunderland need to stay hungry – director of football Ghisolfi
Sunderland’s director of football Florent Ghisolfi joins the Football Focus team at the Stadium of Light to talk about the club’s objectives in the short and long term.
Education
Mahmood Mamdani, Father of NYC Mayor, Is Writing a Book on Gaza
At once, Mahmood Mamdani’s fame was eclipsed by his son’s. At the same time, the election of Zohran Mamdani has attracted new interest in his father’s work.
Education
Forget ‘Marty Supreme.’ Meet the Real Table Tennis Champion of New York.
Yasiris Ortiz, a 28-year-old star from the Bronx, is helping to bring free table tennis programing to children across the city.
Education
Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Demand for Student Race Data
A group of Democratic attorneys general had sued to overturn the Trump administration’s new policy that demanded the past seven years of student application data.

Education
Phillipson accuses lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs
Education secretary has claimed lawyers’ criticisms of her department’s policy changes are motivated by profit
Lawyers have been accused of exploiting parents of children with special needs by the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, who claimed their criticisms of the government’s policy changes were motivated by profit.
Speaking at the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)...

Lifestyle
Lanes finally reopen on ‘failed’ bridge in Cape Town’s southern suburbs
Lanes have at last reopened along an important traffic link in Claremont following emergency repairs to a popular bridge.

Lifestyle
SA woman who fought in Korean War turns 103
A South African woman who once served as a pilot during the Korean War recently celebrated her 103rd birthday.

Lifestyle
WATCH | AI brings departed Hollywood legends back to life in poignant tribute
Kobe Bryant, Prince and Michael Jackson anchor the emotional but funny tribute video.

Lifestyle
Black Coffee turns 50: Who is girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez?
The woman beside Black Coffee: From her age to her career, here’s what we know about the DJ’s girlfriend Victoria Gonzalez.

Entertainment
Wasteful Orlando Pirates fail to extend lead at the top
Pirates now lead Mamelodi Sundowns by just one point.

Entertainment
South Africa braces for floods, heatwaves and fire danger on Sunday
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 14 March 2026.

Entertainment
Patriotic Alliance supports US ambassador on ‘Kill the Boer’ hate speech stance
The Patriotic Alliance also added its support for the United States and Israel in their ongoing conflict with Iran.

Entertainment
Joburg’s Pikitup launches weekend blitz to tackle mounting waste backlogs in these areas
Residents are being urged to join clean-up efforts in their neighbourhoods.
Science/Tech
How a Species Evolved Fast Enough to Save Itself from Extinction
California saw its worst drought in 10,000 years between 2012 and 2015, remembers the Washington Post. And yet genetic analyses of California’s scarlet monkeyflower “found that many rapidly evolved… allowing them to cope with water scarcity and rebound from decline.””The fact that certain organisms are able to adapt just because of genetics that are already present is a great source of hope,”...
Science/Tech
AI’s Productivity Boost? Just 16 Minutes Per Week, Claims Study
“A new study suggests the productivity boost from AI may be far smaller than executives claim,” writes Slashdot reader BrianFagioli:According to research cited in Foxit’s State of Document Intelligence report, while 89% of executives and 79% of end users say AI tools make them feel more productive, the actual time savings shrink dramatically once people account for reviewing and validating...
Science/Tech
U.S. State Bans on Lab-Grown Meats Challenged in Court
Last June Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said in a statement that Texans “have a God-given right to know what’s on their plate, and for millions of Texans, it better come from a pasture, not a lab. It’s plain cowboy logic that we must safeguard our real, authentic meat industry from synthetic alternatives.” But California company Wildtype sells lab-grown salmon — and is suing Texas...

Science/Tech
How to Buy Used or Refurbished Electronics (2026)
Save money and reduce your carbon footprint with these tips to snag the best deals on quality refurbished and used electronics.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa’s R160-billion used car goldmine
2025 represented an exceptional year for pre-owned vehicle sales.

Motoring
5 ways to save petrol in South Africa
South Africa could be facing massive petrol price hikes next month due to the conflict in the Middle East, making it more important than ever for motorists to conserve fuel.

Motoring
One area the Toyota Corolla Cross dominates in South Africa
The Toyota Corolla Cross is by far the most popular car in one of South Africa’s fastest-growing segments.
Health
‘How Low Can You Go?’ The Shifting Guidelines for Blood Pressure Control
The number doctors use to demarcate hypertension keeps going down, a trend applauded by many experts, who point to studies linking high blood pressure and dementia.
Health
Get Your Cholesterol Even Lower and Start Younger, New Guideline Says
The American Heart Association advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and strokes.
Health
How Safe Is Plasma Donation?
Two recent deaths tied to for-profit clinics in Canada raised concerns about the health effects of having plasma drawn as often as twice a week.
Health
E.P.A. Moves to Weaken Limits on Ethylene Oxide
The gas, ethylene oxide, plays a crucial role in sterilizing medical devices. But long-term exposure is linked to several types of cancer and other ailments.