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Warning for legal firearm owners in South Africa
The controversial Firearms Control Amendment Bill has returned to the fore of South African politics.

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New archbishop urged to scrap £100m slavery reparations
A group of MPs and peers claims the funds can only legally be spent on churches and payment of clergy wages.
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South Africa
Limpopo police investigating two murders, attempted murder in Tjibeng
Police say members of the community also attacked the man and killed him in a mob justice incident

South Africa
Three die following double-storey building collapse in Soweto
Three people have died after a double-storey building collapsed in Doornkop in Soweto.

South Africa
Mpumalanga safety dept. sends condolences to SANDF member’s death
MEC Jackie Macie says they are heartbroken to lose one of their own in this way
South Africa
News24 | Lifeguard saves four in dramatic Miller’s Point beach rescue
Two little girls are among four people who were rescued after experiencing difficulties on the Western Cape coast line.

World
Two killed in Sweden as major storm sweeps across Nordic countries
Thousands of homes in parts of Finland, Sweden and Norway have been left without power.

World
Zelenskyy to meet with Trump as efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war remain elusive
In the days before the meeting, Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine’s capital, using missiles and drones to attack Kyiv and try to increase the pressure on Zelenskyy.

World
Annette Dionne, last surviving Dionne quintuplet, dies aged 91
The sisters, who were the first known quintuplets to survive past infancy, became a global phenomenon after their 1934 birth.

World
Gangs use sexual violence to control communities in Haiti
Jacqueline Charles of the Miami Herald reports on how gangs in Haiti are using sexual violence as a tool of terror amid the country’s deepening political and humanitarian crisis.

Africa
The best players who never won Afcon?
As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

Africa
‘I’m not retiring’ – Kipchoge’s marathon world tour
Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Africa
Bomb blast in packed Nigerian mosque kills five
Another 35 people were injured in the explosion during evening prayers in the city of Maiduguri, police say.

Africa
Eleven arrested over mass shooting in South Africa tavern
Preliminary investigations revealed the motive could be linked to illegal mining turf wars, police said.

Business
Massive payday for Ramaphosa, ministers and other politicians in South Africa
The Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers has published its recommended salary hikes for South Africa’s top government officials, pushing an above-inflation increase.

Business
The South African sector beating the USA, UK, Australia and Japan
South Africa’s listed property sector has outperformed several international markets, and is expected to deliver sustained returns for investors.

Business
Big turn for domestic workers in South Africa
While domestic workers remain one of the most vulnerable consumer classes in South Africa, the segment has seen a remarkable turnaround over the past five years when it comes to loan defaults.

Business
Two shopping malls being sold in South Africa’s richest city for R215 million
Accelerate Property Fund is selling two malls in Johannesburg, as its largest assets, Fourways Mall, starts showing signs of life.

Politics
Hlongwa fought very hard to clear his name: Family
Former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday.

Politics
ANC Johannesburg fires back at Mashaba over hijacked buildings claims
‘Addressing hijacked buildings isn’t a law enforcement task but a housing, development imperative’

Politics
EFF condemns US attacks in northwest Nigeria
The EFF has described the attacks as a violation of African sovereignty.

Politics
DA renews calls for criminal charges in Tembisa Hospital scandal
More than R2 billion was embezzled from the hospital.

Sport
Why Celtic fans must ‘strap themselves in’ for Nancy’s ‘chaotic’ football
Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy said after Saturday’s 4-2 Scottish Premiership win at Livingston that he wanted “a chaotic game” and that’s certainly what he got.

Sport
Heaven will not switch from England to Ghana
Manchester United defender Ayden Heaven, who qualifies for Ghana through a grandparent, wants to play for England at senior level.

Sport
Giant South African lock joins Japan club
A towering South Africa-born lock has made a huge career move as he joins the Saitama Wild Knights in the Japan Rugby League One.

Sport
Head reached out to Duckett after video criticism
Australia opener Travis Head says he reached out to England counterpart Ben Duckett after a video emerged on social media prior to the Melbourne Test.
Education
She Studied the Health Effects of Wildfires, Until the E.P.A. Cut Her Grant
Marina Vance had an E.P.A. grant to help homeowners counter the impact of wildfire smoke, until the agency deemed the research “no longer consistent” with its priorities.
Education
Sal Khan: A.I. Will Displace Workers at a Scale Many Don’t Realize
Companies benefiting from A.I. should donate a small percentage of their profits to retrain the workers the tech will displace.
Education
More Student Loan Borrowers Are Shedding Debts in Bankruptcy
A new study suggests that distressed borrowers using a simpler bankruptcy process are succeeding — and that more people like them should try.
Education
Jury Declines Murder Charge Against Parent in Kentucky State Shooting
The grand jury received testimony that the man had acted to defend his son, who had faced bullying before the shooting, a local prosecutor said.

Lifestyle
GOOD news and BAD news for 2026 public holidays in SA
Here’s how to expertly plan your leave for 2026 public holidays in SA and score multiple extended long weekends for just two days’ leave …

Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi’s ‘girlfriend’ to return to SA for b-day
Siya Kolisi’s alleged girlfriend Rachel John revealed that she will be returning to South Africa to celebrate her birthday.

Lifestyle
Xmas baby boom highlights need for 2026 maternal support grant
The 2026 maternal support grant aims to extend child support to pregnant women to prevent issues within the first 1 000 days. Here’s why …

Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi reacts to ‘girlfriend’ Rachel John in SA
Siya Kolisi reacts to alleged girlfriend Rachel John’s ‘a day in a life in South Africa’ video amid rumours of their romance.

Entertainment
Taxi owner to appear in court over death of dragged soccer spectator in bag dispute
The taxi involved has been confiscated as part of ongoing investigations.

Entertainment
Joburg’s nightmare: Alternative accommodation for hijacked buildings a challenge
The City of Johannesburg already has a housing crisis, and now it has to find alternative accommodations for occupants of hijacked buildings.

Entertainment
‘Emotions ran high on all sides’: Felix Hlophe addresses domestic abuse allegations
The allegations emerged after videos of the incident circulated on social media.

Entertainment
AFCON 2025 marred by controversial VAR decisions
There have been too many controversies just a week into this tournament for it not to be clear that the refereeing is not up to standard.
Science/Tech
Sal Khan: Companies Should Give 1% of Profits To Retrain Workers Displaced By AI
“I believe artificial intelligence will displace workers at a scale many people don’t yet realize,” says Sal Kahn (founder/CEO of the nonprofit Khan Academy). But in an op-ed in the New York Times he also proposes a solution that “could change the trajectory of the lives of millions who will be displaced…” “I believe that every company benefiting from automation — which is most American...

Science/Tech
Behold the Manifold, the Concept that Changed How Mathematicians View Space
In the mid-19th century, Bernhard Riemann conceived of a new way to think about mathematical spaces, providing the foundation for modern geometry and physics.

Science/Tech
Therabody Promo Codes and Deals: Get 30% Off This Month
Save on the science-backed devices you’ve been eyeing with 15% off Theragun discount code and 30% off other great deals.

Science/Tech
Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This Month
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.

Motoring
The company that forced carmakers to recall 100 million vehicles
One company is responsible for the largest number of vehicle recalls in history.

Motoring
How to avoid spikes placed on the road in South Africa
Vehicle spikings are a dangerous criminal activity to watch out for while travelling this festive season.

Motoring
How insurance companies decide when to write off your car
Insurance providers go through a thorough process to determine whether to write off your car.
Motoring
Health
Doctors Think Ovaries, Not Just Eggs, Are Factors in Fertility and Aging
Recent research highlights that the egg may be the leading lady, but she needs her supporting cast.
Health
How One Father Created an Organ Empire
The National Kidney Registry has matched thousands of kidney donors with recipients. It has also paid millions of dollars to a company owned by its founder.
Health
What It’s Like When Your Wife Goes on Testosterone
She went on testosterone to help with her menopausal symptoms. The effects had unexpected consequences for their marriage.

Health
Light therapy boxes placed in all NI libraries
Some of the lamps – which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder – are available to loan for up to three weeks.