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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 784
As the war enters its 784th day, these are the main developments.
THURSDAY, 18 APRIL 2024, 03:57
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As the war enters its 784th day, these are the main developments.
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Police took down the international scam on Tuesday and say there could be up to 70,000 UK victims.
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Manchester City’s dreams of winning a second successive Treble were left in tatters by Real Madrid, writes Phil McNulty.
South Africa
The trip was organised by a non-governmental organisation – Rising Stars Generation – at Rock Falls Adventure Ranch. Ninety learners were on the excursion.
South Africa
Proposed changes on the BELA Bill rejected through public submissions.
South Africa
Police suspect the incidents maybe related to one another.
South Africa
The Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla visited the Themba hospital in Kabokweni near White River.
World
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel also appealed for the community to stay calm after the alleged terror attack.
World
Swedes have been able to change their legally recognised gender since 1972 – but this will make it easier.
World
The Biden administration will reinstate sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector, accusing the government President Nicolás Maduro of failing to commit to “an inclusive and competitive election.”
World
It was the first time in almost 150 years the chamber had considered a US cabinet secretary’s impeachment.
Africa
West Indies legend Courtney Walsh will be a coaching consultant as Zimbabwe’s women bid to reach a first T20 World Cup.
Africa
Cubana Chief Priest is the latest celebrity to fall foul of a crackdown on “abusing” banknotes.
Africa
Elections are being held in 19 countries across the African continent in 2024. Tom Mboya considers the rise in foreign disinformation campaigns.
Africa
Social media has changed the status quo in politics. In an election cycle, interaction between politicians and the electorate has evolved to near-real-time communication.
Business
Migrants are caught in China’s manufacturing battles with the West, as Beijing tries to save its economy.
Business
The winemakers using artificial intelligence to help them grow grapes and blend their wines.
Business
Former Post Office chairman Allan Leighton apologises for his part in the “terrible” Horizon scandal.
Business
The deal, if approved by shareholders and judges, would be the largest in corporate America.
Politics
The ActionSA Eastern Cape chairperson said coalitions had become transactional deals to satisfy politics of the stomach
Politics
Malema has told the Coloured community in Gauteng that his party is for all South Africans.
Politics
The Mail & Guardian in partnership with the University of Fort Hare invites you to join the National Elections Debate
Politics
Law enforcement agencies in KZN urge all contesting elections to abide by electoral code of conduct.
Sport
Boss Mikel Arteta says Arsenal lacked the “that magic moment” against Bayern Munich but will learn from their “painful” Champions League defeat.
Sport
Jofra Archer says he will struggle to cope with any more injury problems, saying: “I don’t know if I’ve got another stop-start year in me.”
Sport
Former world champion Neil Robertson loses in the final qualifying round for the 2024 event as Wales’ Jamie Jones books his Crucible spot.
Sport
England’s hopes of securing a fifth Champions League spot have taken a big hit over the past two nights.
Education
[Daily Trust] University students from Kano, Katsina and Jigawa states have called for the provision of adequate security presence in schools as a measure of restoring parents’ and students’ confidence on safety.
Education
President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa basketball star, was selected first in the W.N.B.A. draft.
Education
[Nile Post] Victoria University has described the late Dr Martin Jerome Aliker as a man who championed transparency and diligence in places of work.
Education
Some say more schools may ban organised prayer after court ruling but others say judgment was based on unique circumstances
The ruling on a prayer ban at a top London school has created a “classic English policy muddle” that has divided school leaders over its implications, with some experts predicting that more schools could ban organised prayers as a result.
The warning came after a high...
Lifestyle
A social media influencer has shocked South Africans by revealing she spends up to R10 000 a week on Woolworths food…
Lifestyle
Lerato Kganyago, who? A clip of a man hiring the FNB Stadium to propose to his partner has gone viral. Take a look…
Lifestyle
In winter, cats can be affected by conditions like hypothermia, frostbite, and dehydration due to the cold temperatures.
Lifestyle
The global wellness tourism industry is experiencing significant growth, and South Africa is a popular destination for wellness seekers.
Entertainment
“All my guests had to arrive in Dolce & Gabbana outfits…”
Entertainment
‘Umkhokha’ actress Ntokozo ‘Goldivah’ Mzulwini was made to seem like polygamist Musa Mseleku’s fifth wife.
Entertainment
The series tells the story of the legendary rainmaker of the Balobedu people, the first Queen Modjadji.
Entertainment
Amid plans to lay off about a third of its workforce, Ster-Kinekor has earmarked nine cinemas for closure while reviewing several others.
Science/Tech
A new House measure attempts to force the Senate’s hand on passing legislation to ban TikTok or mandate the app’s sale.
Science/Tech
Bill Nelson told Capitol Hill lawmakers that China has been ‘very, very secretive’ about its space progress, warning ‘we are in a race’
The head of Nasa has warned of China bolstering its space capabilities by using civilian programs to mask military objectives, cautioning that Washington must remain vigilant.
“China has made extraordinary strides especially in the last 10 years, but they are...
Science/Tech
CNBC reports that nine Google workers were arrested on trespassing charges Tuesday night in protest of the company’s $1.2 billion contract providing cloud computing services to the Israeli government. The sit-in happened at Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian’s office in Sunnyvale and the 10th floor commons of Google’s New York office. From the report: The arrests, which were livestreamed on Twitch...
Science/Tech
TikTok has started testing its Instagram competitor, TikTok Notes, in Canada and Australia. TechCrunch reports: The company said on X that it is in the “early stage” of the app’s rollout and that the app is “a dedicated space for photo and text content.” “We hope that the TikTok community will use TikTok Notes to continue sharing their moments through photo posts. Whether documenting...
Motoring
This big bad bakkie can be anything from a water tanker to a missile launcher.
Motoring
Official confirmation for South Africa remains outstanding, however, should approval be given, expect availability possibly by year-end or in early 2025.
Motoring
Season heads back to Zwartkops after its opening round at the Red Star Raceway in March.
Motoring
Health
New regimens in development, including once-weekly pills and semiannual shots, could help control the virus in hard-to-reach populations.
Health
The author of the best-selling book series said she had been undergoing treatment for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain tumor, after a diagnosis in 2022.
Health
The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
Health
Federal regulation capping toxic airborne silica has been decades in the making. The delay has cost miners dearly.
Nature
South Africa is among 175 countries negotiating on a global treaty to end plastic pollution.
Nature
The Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation had budgeted for 100 stranded turtle hatchlings in the whole of 2024, but the immense storm in the Western Cape resulted in hundreds of the endangered animals being washed ashore.
Nature
An eco-friendly delivery solution seeks to address South Africa’s youth unemployment gap.
Nature
A waterless toilet solution is being rolled out in informal settlements in Durban and for R350 a month, residents can use it.