Today WeBuyCars has listed on the Main Board of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). Established in 2001, WeBuyCars provides a quick, easy and trusted solution to selling pre-owned vehicles – remedying a once difficult and lengthy process. As of today, WeBuyCars has 2,800 employees across South Africa, buys and sells vehicles from 15 supermarkets, has […]

This absorbing exploration of nostalgia raises questions about its slippery nature, and shows how it has been chillingly deployed in politics, from the cold war to Trumpism

In the 1970s there were American press reports of an Iowa man who was tormented by his yearning for the 16-year stretch of time that ran from 1752 to 1768. His misery was the result of not being able to find anyone who...

The landscape of work has transformed dramatically since the global COVID-19 pandemic, with remote work becoming increasingly prevalent across most industries. However, along with the benefits of remote work come significant cybersecurity challenges. Here’s how you and your business can address these issues and safeguard your sensitive data. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at […]

As South Africa continues its digital transformation journey, Ehlanzeni TVET College is emerging as a pivotal player in shaping the future by equipping youth in Mpumalanga with essential Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills. To empower the next generation for future employment, the College has partnered with 4IR skills development institution Forge Academy & Labs and […]

This week, in a landmark case, the European court of human rights ruled that Switzerland’s weak climate policy had violated the rights of a group of older Swiss women to family life. Ian Sample talks to Europe environment correspondent Ajit Niranjan about why the women brought the case and what the ruling could mean for future climate policy.

Read Ajit Niranjan’s article about the court case

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Zelda, Baldur’s Gate 3 and Spider-Man 2 are among the frontrunners at this year’s ceremony.

The Nobel prize-winning British physicist Peter Higgs died this week aged 94. The confirmation in 2012 of the existence of the Higgs boson particle, five decades after Higgs had first theorised its existence, paved the way for his 2013 Nobel win. Nicknamed ‘the god particle’ the Higgs boson was part of an attempt to explain why the building blocks of the Universe have mass. Ian Sample and...

iPhone users noticed a Palestinian flag emoji is being suggested when users type “Jerusalem.”

The popular all-electric motorsport world championship is helping to develop the next generation of electric vehicles. Much of the technology that goes into electric racing cars today will become part of consumer EVs tomorrow. The era of the Electric Vehicle (EV) is upon us. Almost all of the world’s leading economies have committed to phasing […]

Harnessing the potential of technology to spearhead agricultural advancement, Woolworths has introduced a pioneering initiative called ‘Farming for the Future‘. Within this endeavour, the company has revealed the groundbreaking utilisation of drones by its suppliers to revolutionise farming practices globally. The primary aim of this campaign and dissemination of such insights is to...

MiWay Blink today introduced the newest member of its team. The new team member won’t be arriving at MiWay Blink HQ in a shiny new car and a fresh outfit but on the phone screens of its customers. That’s because it’s not a person, but a WhatsApp Chatbot. “Our WhatsApp bot, Blinky looks to connect […]

The City of Johannesburg warns thousands of defaulting residential property owners and businesses that, it intends to soon blacklist them to recoup more than R40 billion in municipal debt. The City has a growing municipal debt of more than R52 billion, which it intends to curb with its aggressive credit control campaigns. The City also […]

The 21st century has witnessed an unprecedented surge in technological advancements, with artificial intelligence emerging as a worldwide transformative force across the economy. The integration of AI-based technologies into regional economies through the manufacturing and design of goods such as smartphones and smart speakers has sparked significant changes, leading to increased efficiency,...

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has invited public comments and written submissions on draft amendments to the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Control Regulations. “The draft amendments aim to strengthen South Africa’s system to combat money laundering and terrorist financing by enhancing the reporting of the conveyance of cash or bearer negotiable instruments into or out […]

Since the pandemic, unprecedented numbers of people have embraced technology and shifted to e-commerce. Consequently, transport companies have increased demand. This shift is as a significant opportunity for existing and emerging transport companies. According to Statista, revenues in the worldwide e-commerce market are projected to reach around US$3.18 trillion (R59.34 trillion) by the end of […]

In an age where your personal information is readily accessible with a few clicks, it’s crucial to recognize the importance of erasing unnecessary data about yourself from the internet. All too often, we overlook the significance of minimizing our digital footprint, and in doing so we expose ourselves to potential privacy and security risks. Trevor […]

When you tired of seeing your electricity bills skyrocket with each passing month it might be the right time to exploring an alternative energy solution that can give you security and save you money. Power for Every Home: No matter the size of your home, Sungrow’s solutions ensure uninterrupted electricity, even during grid outages. From […]

In recent years, ransomware attacks have surged, posing a significant threat to businesses and individuals alike. These malicious attacks encrypt valuable data, demanding hefty ransom payments for its release. But you can learn how to fight back and protect your data. Trevor Cooke, the online privacy expert at EarthWeb, offers top tips on how to […]

Clues at Argentina site raise possibility mammal was buried with human owners about 1,500 years ago

The remains of a fox unearthed at a human burial site in Argentina dating back 1,500 years has raised the possibility the animal may have been kept as a pet, research suggests.

Experts say the remains predate the arrival of domestic dogs in Patagonia, which occurred about 700–900 years ago,...