Anti-hate campaigners say the posts were “irresponsible, dangerous and antisemitic.”

Neuroscientist, author, political activist and advocate for social responsibility in science

Science and politics can make awkward bedfellows, with the very question of whether it is possible to make purely objective observations about the world drawing forth highly politicised positions. The neurobiologist Steven Rose, who has died aged 87, took a broadly reductionist approach to his research...

As the country commemorates Mandela Month, the 37th edition of the Kasi Pitching Challenge is breathing new life into Madiba’s vision of a fair and just society through real investments towards township entrepreneurs. Launched in 2022 in Daveyton, the Kasi Pitching Challenge has already empowered over 40 township business winners, injecting more than R2.5 million […]

A recent landmark ruling by a California court has delivered legal clarity on a defining question in the era of generative AI: can large language models (LLMs) be trained on copyrighted works without the rights holder’s consent? In Bartz v. Anthropic, a United States (U.S) federal judge in the Northern District of California held that training […]

Curbs on LGBTQ+ rights and a halt to US funding may reverse decades of progress in fight to end Aids epidemic, warns UNAids

People at higher risk of HIV, such as gay men and people who inject drugs, are facing record levels of criminalisation worldwide, according to UNAids.

For the first time since the joint UN programme on HIV/Aids began reporting on punitive laws a decade ago, the number of...

Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) has announced the appointment of Grant Locke as its new Managing Director (MD), effective 1 July 2025. Locke brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as Global Head of Financial Services at Volvo Cars, where he led a 60-person team and was instrumental in shaping the brand’s worldwide financial services strategy. Prior to […]

 Britehouse Mobility is entering a new phase of innovation and independence after finalizing a management buy-out from NTT DATA for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition represents a pivotal moment in Britehouse Mobility’s evolution. The collaboration with NTT DATA played a crucial role in Britehouse Mobility’s expansion and global presence. Now, this strategic shift underscores a […]

McDonald’s South Africa is spicing things up with the triumphant return of the Big Tasty, now available nationwide for a limited time. More than just a burger comeback, this is a full-blown cultural event. The Big Tasty makes a bold statement with its rich, smoky sauce and irresistible flavor, back by popular demand. And this […]

Cuts further the push to slash federal government through early retirement, buyouts and deferred resignations

The Trump administration is reportedly planning to cut at least 2,145 high-ranking Nasa employees with specialized skills or management responsibilities.

According to documents obtained by Politico, most employees leaving are in senior-level government ranks, depriving the agency of...

Scientists spot traces of 10,000 miles of rivers in area where many believed ‘there wasn’t any evidence for water’

Thousands of miles of ancient riverbeds have been discovered in the heavily cratered southern highlands of Mars, suggesting the red planet was once a far wetter world than scientists thought.

Researchers spotted geological traces of nearly 10,000 miles (16,000km) of ancient...

Her exit comes at a difficult time for Musk who, in a brief reply, thanked her for her “contributions.”

AI-trained robot carries out procedures on dead pig organs to remove gall bladders without any human help

Automated surgery could be trialled on humans within a decade, say researchers, after an AI-trained robot armed with tools to cut, clip and grab soft tissue successfully removed pig gall bladders without human help.

The robot surgeons were schooled on video footage of human medics...

In the days since the deadly floods in the Texas Hill Country, speculation has grown about whether cuts to US weather agencies may have contributed to the the number of casualties. Ian Sample talks to the meteorologist and climate journalist Eric Holthaus to find out whether this narrative stacks up and what the consequences could be for extreme weather prediction in the future

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Shares in the chip-maker have surged has investment in AI gathers pace.

Huawei eKit officially launched a full suite of more than 20 new products tailored to empower South Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the tools they need to scale, innovate, and compete in a rapidly evolving digital economy. Announced during the Huawei eKit Forum at Huawei South Africa Connect 2025, the expanded portfolio includes […]

FXPrimus, a leading global brokerage, proudly announces the launch of Synthetic Indices; instruments designed for traders who want uninterrupted market activity. They offer engineered volatility and a clean, structured high performance trading environment. Unlike traditional assets affected by news events, economic reports, or geopolitical shifts, Synthetic Indices simulate real-market price...

Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber says government is laying the foundation for an ambitious plan to create South Africa’s first ever Digital ID system. “Home Affairs will shortly submit a Digital ID policy to Cabinet for approval to conduct public hearings. Beyond the material benefits, such as clamping down on fraud and enhancing inclusion, […]

European Commission unveils strategy for storing food, medicine, generators and raw materials

The EU should develop stockpiles of food, medicine, generators and raw materials to be better prepared for a military invasion, pandemic or natural disaster, the European Commission has said.

Outlining its first-ever strategy on stockpiling, the EU executive said on Wednesday member states should also...