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US and Belize sign ‘safe third country’ agreement for asylum seekers
The agreement is the latest deal the Trump administration has struck to deport migrants to third-party countries.

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Warner Bros Discovery explores possible sale
Comcast, Netflix and Paramount-Skydance reportedly have interest in buying the media giant.

Top Stories
No immediate plans for Trump-Putin meeting, White House official says
President Trump had said a summit would take place in Budapest on the war in Ukraine within two weeks.

South Africa
Evidence leader in Mbenenge tribunal accuses him of abusing his power
Salome Scheepers told the panel that sexual harassment often reflects dynamics of dominance.

South Africa
Minister Mchunu laments fatal Westbury shooting
Two teenagers have been killed in a shooting incident in Westbury, Johannesburg, on Tuesday.

South Africa
SAFA pushes for salary cuts amid financial woes
Sibam has proposed salary adjustments for all the high earners, including National coaches.

South Africa
Malema’s name comes up during Witness A’s testimony
Witness A says he was informed about Julius Malema’s alleged close relationship with Shadrack Sibiya

World
5 things to know about Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s first female prime minister
Japan ranks low in gender equality among developed nations. The first woman to lead the country is an ultraconservative who cites Margaret Thatcher as a role model. She also loves heavy metal.
World
News24 | Trump threatens Hamas amid push on next Gaza truce steps
US President Donald Trump threatened Hamas on Tuesday with “FAST, FURIOUS & BRUTAL” force if it does not “do what is right” as he pushes for the next, more complex, stage of a Gaza ceasefire that has already been repeatedly tested.

World
Israel’s ‘yellow line’ in Gaza gives Netanyahu room for manoeuvre
Israeli forces have pulled back to a boundary which leaves Israel in control of most of Gaza – keeping far-right ministers on Netanyahu’s side, for now.

World
Europe’s leaders back Trump call for frontline freeze but Russia says no
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov rejects the idea of halting the conflict at the current contact line.

Africa
Passengers jump from windows in fatal Ethiopia train crash
Fifteen people died in the night-time collision in the Somali region, officials tell the BBC.

Africa
Kenya at crossroads as nation reels from Odinga’s death
The death of the veteran politician is likely to alter the political landscape, analysts say.

Africa
Madagascar’s Gen Z protesters angry at coup leader’s choice of PM
They say the decision “runs contrary to the desired structural change” they were seeking.

Africa
Cameroon’s bishops call for calm after opposition declares election victory
Gvernment officials have warned that Issa Tchiroma Bakary’s declaration is illegal.

Business
Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk’s board slims down as directors quit
The departures followed a disagreement between the board and its majority shareholder over future governance.

Business
Bank chief says US firm collapses ring ‘alarm bells’
The Bank of England governor says the collapse of two US firms could be a sign of wider problems in the financial sector.

Business
Warner Bros Discovery explores sale citing buyer interest
The announcement sets the stage for a potential bidding war over the US media conglomerate that owns HBO, CNN and other networks.

Business
Massive win for households with rooftop solar in South Africa
Power utility Eskom has scrapped the requirement for residential customers with rooftop solar panels to have their systems signed off by an engineer.

Politics
Enoch Godongwana appointed Acting President for a week
Godongwana will be filling for President Cyril Ramaphosa as he embarks on international visits.

Politics
Mchunu denies allegations that Matlala organised a dinner for him
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is appearing before the Ad Hoc Committee on Tuesday.

Politics
Hawks member wanted Molefe operation case number: Witness A
Witness A is testifying before the Madlanga Commission.

Politics
Mchunu fails to present recorded conversations with Mkhwanazi
The minister is testifying on allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

Sport
Bryan Habana revisits Springbok glory 18 years after 2007 World Cup
Springbok legend Bryan Habana has recently found himself reminiscing on the joys of winning his first Rugby World Cup.

Sport
What happened to Kamogelo Sebelebele?
Kamogelo Sebelebele scored three times in his first five matches for Orlando Pirates but has not been on target in nearly two months.

Sport
Windies make ODI history by bowling 50 overs of spin
West Indies became the first side to bowl an entire 50-over innings of spin in an ODI during their remarkable super-over win against Bangladesh in Mirpur.

Sport
‘What an over!’ – De Klerk and Kapp smash 25 runs from six balls
Nadine de Klerk hits two sixes and a four in four balls before her batting partner Marizanne Kapp smashes Fatima Sana for six as South Africa hit 25 runs from just six balls against Pakistan in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup.

Education
The Covid Inquiry has forced Johnson to confront his ‘personal horror’
School closures were the only option, but Covid lockdowns went too far – the fine line Boris Johnson treaded.
Education
This School Has Taught Native Hawaiians Since 1887. Is That Discrimination?
The admissions policy of Kamehameha Schools gives preference to Native Hawaiians. A new lawsuit calls it “blood-based discrimination.”

Education
Boris Johnson says DfE failed to plan for school closures during pandemic
Former PM tells Covid inquiry that children ‘were paying a huge, huge price to protect the rest of society’
Boris Johnson laid blame on the Department for Education (DfE) over its lack of preparation for school closures at the outbreak of the pandemic, telling the Covid-19 inquiry that he assumed detailed planning was going on behind the scenes.
“We were focused on trying to delay the peak of...

Education
Children paid ‘huge price’ in Covid pandemic, Johnson tells inquiry
The former PM says lockdown rules “probably did go too far” and says children could have been exempted.

Lifestyle
Robot Boii and Kamo Mphela light up Cheetos Playground
Music, fashion, and star power collide as Robot Boii, Kamo Mphela, Ayanda MVP and DJ Oara turn Johannesburg into a night of pure energy.

Lifestyle
What your baby’s food flavours say about their future diet
Research reveals how added flavourings like vanilla, caramel and rooibos in baby foods may shape infants’ taste preferences and future diet.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Major food rival takes exception to Imana calling itself ‘No.1 Soup’
A famous South African food brand has faced legal heat from one of its biggest competitors over a soup slogan it has used for four decades.
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Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Science/Tech
XRP Holds $2.40, ENA Climbs 13%, and BlockDAG’s Binance AMA & $430M+ Presale Lead the Race for the Next Crypto to Explode
The digital coin market seems to be moving from short bursts of excitement to more grounded progress. The XRP price forecast reflects this steady mood, as a friendlier tone from the SEC renews interest from major players. Ethena (ENA) is regaining attention with a 13% rise, showing confidence returning after recent swings. Still, the real […]
Science/Tech
Apple Attacks EU Crackdown in Digital Law’s Biggest Court Test
Apple lashed out at the European Union’s attempts to tame the power of Silicon Valley in the most far-reaching legal challenge of the bloc’s Big Tech antitrust rules. From a report: The iPhone maker’s lawyer Daniel Beard told the General Court in Luxembourg on Tuesday that the Digital Markets Act “imposes hugely onerous and intrusive burdens” at odds with Apple’s rights in the EU marketplace....

Science/Tech
Eskom eases rooftop solar registration rules
Eskom has simplified how households and small businesses connect their rooftop solar, cutting costs and red tape.

Science/Tech
Next Crypto to Explode 2025: BlockDAG, Solana, Dogecoin, and Cardano Lead the Charge
As 2025 unfolds, digital coin buyers are focusing on the next crypto to explode projects showing clear progress, active communities, and lasting value. With presales nearing their close and new updates across major chains, four names stand out: BlockDAG (BDAG), Cardano (ADA), Solana (SOL), and Dogecoin (DOGE). Each offers a different kind of growth story. […]

Motoring
Chery Himla bakkie will count on comfort to bowl SA buyers over
Double cab arrives locally before the end of next year, likely under a different name.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Reaching 100: ‘I never thought I’d make it to this age’
The number of people reaching 100 years old is at an all-time, according to data by the ONS.

Health
Woman ‘threatened’ by NHS ward staff, inquiry told
Relatives have “grave concerns” about NHS mental health services after their mum killed herself.

Health
‘Delighted’ woman played clarinet in brain surgery
Denise Bacon says she is experiencing improvements in her ability to walk.

Health
Life-changing eye implant helps blind patients read again
The results are astounding and a major advance, say surgeons involved in international research using the pioneering technology.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.