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US economy grows at fastest pace in two years
Strong consumer spending helps the US economy grow at a faster rate than expected.
TUESDAY, 23 DECEMBER 2025, 16:11

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Strong consumer spending helps the US economy grow at a faster rate than expected.
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Manipulated by recruiters, many drug couriers, including South Africans, face harsh penalties abroad while the kingpins operate with impunity, revealing systemic flaws in policing and airport security.

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Greta Thunberg is arrested in central London on suspicion of supporting a proscribed organisation.

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Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he expects to lose Alexander Isak for “a couple of months” after the striker was injured in a tackle by Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven – a challenge that Slot has called “reckless”.

South Africa
Gauteng based travel agent Premila Shunmugam granted R100 000 bail by the Pretoria Magistrate court.
South Africa
W Cape Anti-Gang Unit officers accused of murder denied bail
Ten of the 11 members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit accused of murder, four counts of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, four counts of kidnapping and one count of torture, have been denied bail in the Athlone Magistrate’s Court.
The 11 appeared in court on charges related to the murder of Wade Price, who...

South Africa
DJ Warris’s friends, family and colleagues gathered in Rosebank for his funeral service on Tuesday.
South Africa
A North West police officer accused of raping a domestic violence victim inside a police station after responding to her complaint has been released on bail.

World
President Trump has announced the Navy will begin building a new fleet of warships. And, a federal judge has ruled the deportations of more than 100 Venezuelan men to El Salvador were illegal.

World
A bill passed by parliament expands temporary powers introduced during the Gaza war to shutter outlets seen as a security threat.
World
US President Donald Trump announced a new class of heavily armed warships that will be named after himself – an honour usually reserved for leaders who have left office.

World
AFP’s Dylan Collins was among journalists injured in an Israeli attack on Lebanon in 2023. The attack killed Reuters’ Issam Abdallah. Collins was in Washington this month to press for accountability.

Africa
Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women – some going without food for days.

Africa
The Kenyan marathoner has all the running accolades he needs but is now focusing on new goals.

Africa
The victims, who include men, women and children, were ambushed on Sunday night as they travelled between villages.

Africa
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death of 20-year-old Karen Lojore.
Business
Raj Khaira, from Southampton, says his store will give sausage and chips to those in need.

Business
Over the course of 2025, several new car brands have launched in South Africa, all coming from Asia.

Business
Denise Coates, the founder and chief executive of Bet365, is consistently one of Britain’s best-paid bosses.

Business
Emergency funding will provide 36,000 meals to a Blackpool food bank supplier during 2026.

Politics
The Bitou Deputy Mayor was seen in a widely circulated video at the weekend, firing a gun.

Politics
Boyce suspended 31 MK and one EFF member, accusing them of an assault on the House’s dignity.

Politics
Parliament’s Spokesperson Moloto Mothapo says 40 public hearings were held all over the country.

Politics
Chaos erupted in the KZN Legislature during the motion of no confidence against the premier.

Sport
Bafana Bafana could reach the round of 16 at this year’s AFCON on Friday when they take on Egypt in their second group match.

Sport
From Naturena to abroad. This former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder has just signed for a new club in South America.

Sport
Britain’s Ben Ainslie says private equity funding will help Athena Racing challenge for the America’s Cup in 2027.

Sport
The six franchise teams have gathered and started their preparations for Season 4 of Betway SA20 which kicks off on Boxing Day.
Education
[This Day] Minna — The federal government has restated that it has rescued all the abducted St Mary’s Catholic Primary Secondary School pupils/students and their teachers, who were abducted over a month ago. National Coordinator, Counter Terrorism Centre, Major-General Adamu Laka (rtd), made this known yesterday, while handing over the freshly rescued 130 children and teachers to Governor...
Education
[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 23 – The Ministry of Education has opened a seven-day review window for Grade 9 learners and their parents to verify and, where necessary, adjust senior school placements ahead of the transition to Grade 10.
Education
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Ministry of Education has outlined the approved curriculum support and learning resources for learners transitioning into Grade 10, as the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system guides placement into senior schools.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] FOR decades, the relatively low socio-economic status and limited public visibility of Muslims in Ghana have been a subject of quiet concern and, at times, open debate. Despite Islam being one of the country’s major religions, Muslims remain underrepresented in elite professions, national politics, and influential decision-making spaces. This reality did not emerge overnight....

Lifestyle
‘Call of Duty’ co-creator Vince Zampella and another person have died after car crash.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, is being laid to rest on Tuesday after being shot dead in Johannesburg on 16 December.

Entertainment
Authorities are reinforcing security at the world’s most visited museum after crown jewels vanished.

Entertainment
The accused faces dozens of charges as police detail a long-running investigation involving multiple suspects.

Entertainment
Minnie Dlamini hits back at SIU, calling its statement on unlawful NLC funds “irresponsible, unfair and deeply damaging”.

Entertainment
Head coach Johan Ackermann will now be allowed to appoint his own assistant coaches.

Science/Tech
Independent data from various sources suggests that Amazon.co.za’s have surged during the year.

Science/Tech
Payments used to be simple lines between a card, a bank, and a merchant. Today money hops across apps, exchanges, and wallets that live in multiple jurisdictions at once. That complexity raises a basic question for builders and consumers alike. How do you keep experiences fast and friendly while meeting rules that change from one […]

Science/Tech
The Competition Tribunal has approved the sale of Herotel to Vumatel, but subject to an extensive set of conditions.

Science/Tech
Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one for you.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
TopAuto connects automotive brands with 1.5 million active vehicle researchers every month.

Motoring
There are only six cars left in South Africa with an automatic gearbox that can be bought for less than R250,000.
Health
Sudden surges of anguish can accompany intense mourning. That’s not unusual, experts say, and sometimes even helpful.
Health
The measles outbreak in the United States is now in its 11th month, with almost 2,000 cases. The Timmons family were some of the first people to get sick.

Health
Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

Health
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