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50 days until World Cup – pick your favourite kits
BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer’s World Cup. Pick your favourites.
WEDNESDAY, 22 APRIL 2026, 08:30

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BBC Sport has highlighted some of the most interesting kits which will be seen at this summer’s World Cup. Pick your favourites.

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The ‘chill’ follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.
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Living in Putney has its perks – including several South African shops within reach for those SA foods that spark taste-of-home moments.

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The Thalattosuchian’s jawbone was a chance find on a guided fossil walk run by a museum.

South Africa
The bail application of ten Molemole Municipal officials accused of tender corruption continues.

South Africa
Nkosi faces charges of theft, defeating the ends of justice, unlawful possession of ammunition

South Africa
Antonio Guterres whose second and final five year term ends on December 31st.

South Africa
Lieutenant General Semakaleng Manamela made allegations related to Hillary Gardee’s case.

World
The ornate Cotofenesti helmet, which was stolen in January 2025 while on loan to a Dutch museum, was recovered last month.

World
Mexico’s government is boosting security at tourist sites in preparation for the World Cup after a man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids.

World
The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.

World
The new maps in Virginia could make it easier for Democrats to take control of the US House of Representatives in November.

Africa
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.

Africa
The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

Africa
Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

Africa
At the 1972 Miss World contest, Cynthia Shange was one of two contestants from South Africa – one black and one white.

Business
Here are five important things happening in South Africa on Wednesday, 22 April.
Business

Business
The Manx treasury says plans are in place to protect essential services in the wake of the Iran war.

Business
How are rising oil prices affecting truckers, carers and heating oil users?

Politics
Fannie Masemola appeared in court on charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.

Politics
The Commission is set to hear evidence relating to alleged criminality in the Sedibeng area.

Politics
The ANC in the North West has recalled the Mayor of the Brits-based Madibeng Local Municipality.

Politics
Gardee, opens case against top cops who are accused of interfering with his daughter’s murder case

Sport
BBC Sport’s guide to how the NFL draft works, how many players get picked and which team gets the first pick?

Sport
Iran snooker player Hossein Vafaei says the ongoing war in his country makes it difficult to focus on his job as he prepares to play a World Championship match on Wednesday.

Sport
As the Springboks edge ever closer to their 2026 season-opener, Rassie Erasmus says excitement is rapidly building within the squad.

Sport
After beating Oxford United to edge back into the Championship play-offs on goal difference, have Wrexham found form and composure at just the right moment?

Education
Demographic changes will cause a glut of school places, according to National Audit Office report
A failure to account for England’s falling birthrate is leading to a glut of school places and a potential £1bn fall in pupil funding over the next three years, according to a National Audit Office report.
The government’s spending watchdog said the Department for Education started to...
Education
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — As the government prepares to overhaul teacher payment by linking pay more closely to days attended or lessons delivered, education experts and union leaders are urging a more thought-through approach.

Education
Appeals court ruling is a victory for conservatives who have long sought to incorporate more religion into schools
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Texas can require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms, a US appeals court ruled Tuesday in a victory for conservatives who have long sought to incorporate more religion into...
Education
A Yale report offers some honest self-reflection on where the university went wrong.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Meet 29-year-old Bryoni Govender, who will be joining ‘Top Billing’ as a presenter in their 2026 season comeback. Take a look…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A viral tweet has rated South Africa’s away jersey as the BEST in the FIFA World Cup. Here’s a look at the rest of the Top 10 kits…

Entertainment
Undeclared cars unlawful chief of staff appointment and silenced whistleblower raise questions. President Cyril Ramaphosa must act on Tolashe.

Entertainment
The company said its first new game, called “Sanrio Party Land”, would be released for Nintendo’s Switch and Switch 2 consoles.
Entertainment

Entertainment
The case involves multiple accused facing serious fraud charges linked to billions of rand.

Science/Tech
Capitec Connect, a Cell C-hosted MVNO, now has 1.5 million active users and is eyeing home broadband services next.

Science/Tech
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your mattress or swap out your bedding, browse our Tempur-Pedic coupons for up to $300 off and the best sleep of your life.

Science/Tech
Score discounts on blenders, food processors, immersion blenders, and more with our selection of Vitamix coupons and deals.

Science/Tech
Save 20% on best-selling mattresses with our top Tuft & Needle coupon codes.

Motoring
Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz are falling behind their Chinese rivals.

Motoring
Three brands have dominated South Africa’s new car sales since the start of 2026.

Motoring
Even with a war in the Middle East, oil prices are not the main reason why petrol and diesel are so expensive in South Africa.
Motoring
Health
In separate small clinical trials, two treatments showed promise that they could help patients with one of the most dire diagnoses in oncology.

Health
The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.
Health
In a tense congressional hearing, the health secretary also said he bore no responsibility for the measles outbreak in the United States.
Health
One of the nation’s largest insurers, the company’s profits were higher than analysts’ expectations but still fell short of showing a significant comeback.