SUNDAY, 17 NOVEMBER 2024, 13:47
Tumours could be reduced by targeting genetic material driving their growth with a new drug in early-stage trials
Scientists have raised hopes of treating some of the most aggressive cases of cancer by targeting small fragments of rogue DNA that help tumours thrive and become resistant to chemotherapy.
The breakthrough emerged from a US-UK study that found many hard-to-treat cancers contained...
Prediction markets, which surged to prominence during the presidential campaign, started reflecting a likely Trump win several weeks ago, even as opinion polls showed a tight race.
Investors believe that the electric car company led by Elon Musk will benefit from his support of the president-elect.
As the festive season approaches, many South Africans are short on cash, and some may not be aware that they are owed millions in unpaid dividends from broad-based black economic empowerment (BBBEE) schemes like Phuthuma Nathi and YeboYethu. For those who believe they are entitled to these dividends, here’s a guide on how to make […]
When Donald Trump first started a trade war with China in 2018, Beijing found itself on the back foot. This time President Xi Jinping is better prepared for a fight.
The PlayStation 5 Pro hits shops on Thursday with a price tag that has raised eyebrows among gamers, but growing sticker shocks in the tech industry have yet to deter consumers.
Overblown concerns about potential dangers of a common chemical threaten to undermine scientific evidence to the contrary
Because of his job as a dermatologist, Dr Deshan Sebaratnam frequently gets asked questions by friends, family and strangers about skin treatments. But lately, he says, he has been confronted by “a lot of myths around sunscreens”, especially on his social media feed.
Among...
Criminals frequently exploit endpoints – laptops and phones, for example – to get access to company networks.
BankservAfrica has increased the upper payment limit for PayShap transactions from R3 000 to R50 000.
Oil price prediction has long been a critical factor for the global economy, influencing energy costs, transportation expenses, and even national budgets. Fluctuations in oil prices affect every aspect of economic activity, from manufacturing to consumer spending, making it an essential focus for investors and governments alike. The volatility of oil prices has created both […]
Scientists think there may be benefits for older people who step back. I prefer to have ‘thank you and goodbye’ parties with my dearest friends
Some researchers at a Royal Society symposium, with nothing better to do, have come up with a theory that animals become less sociable as they age. They found that creatures from house sparrows to rhesus macaques have smaller social circles as they get...
Ever since the news broke last week that Vodacom, South Africa’s largest cellular network operator, had its bid to buy fibre network operator Maziv blocked by the Competition Commission, we’ve been inundated by sob-stories of how this “setback” will “widen digital exclusion” in the country’s rural and underserviced areas. To be direct: digital exclusion isn’t an issue […]
JSE- and A2X-listed retailer Pepkor anticipates robust revenue growth for its FinTech division in its financial results for the year ending September 2024. Operating through its brands FLASH and Capfin, Pepkor has successfully expanded its presence in the financial services sector. In a recent trading update, Pepkor revealed that revenue in its FinTech segment surged […]
Research suggests time when physical activity taken is crucial, opening way to targeted prevention strategies
Being more active in the morning and evening may reduce the risk of bowel cancer by 11%, according to a study that suggests the timing of peak activity could play a “crucial role” in warding off the disease.
Researchers said that highlighting specific times when physical activity was...
More than 60 percent of posts discussing election fraud on X on Tuesday focused on the state, according to an analysis of about 25,000 posts.
Bitcoin’s price went above $75,000, breaking the record that the digital currency set in March.
LignoSat, developed in Japan and launched from Florida, expected to reduce space junk as it burns up on re-entry
The world’s first wooden satellite has been launched into space as part of study on using timber to help reduce the creation of space junk.
Scientists at Kyoto University expect the wooden material to burn up when the device re-enters the atmosphere – potentially providing a way to...
The Federal Trade Commission chair drew increasing political vitriol as the presidential vote neared. Her political future hangs in the balance.
Vodacom South Africa has partnered with Circular Energy, a non-profit Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO), to divert e-waste from landfills into recycling and recovery programmes. This collaboration aligns with Vodacom’s commitment to a circular economy by reducing environmental impact and supporting green economy jobs. “E-waste is our business’s second most material environmental...
Curate, a global fund manager launched in August 2024, is expanding its offerings with three new global equity funds, designed to help South African investors diversify their portfolios internationally. For the first time in South Africa, Curate provides exclusive access to distinguished investment managers Jennison Associates, Lyrical Asset Management, and Evenlode Investment Management, each...
Many crypto investors hope that a victory for Donald Trump could propel the price of Bitcoin to new heights, though a loss could cause a fall.