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NATO declares China a security challenge for the first time
NATO lists China as one of its strategic priorities for next decade, saying Beijing’s policies challenge its security.
THURSDAY, 30 JUNE 2022, 09:52
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NATO lists China as one of its strategic priorities for next decade, saying Beijing’s policies challenge its security.
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For all the gloom, some analysts say that the bottom may be near.
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Courtney Lawes will captain England in Saturday’s first Test against Australia, as veterans Danny Care and Billy Vunipola also start.
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South Africa
The lost revenue has seen businesses forced to close branches and retrench staff, as they struggle to keep revenue coming in amid stage 6 load shedding, local business forums say.
South Africa
South Africa has recorded 443 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases to 3 993 444.
South Africa
The Eastern Cape Health Department has confirmed that the last body of the 21 victims of the Enyobeni Tavern tragedy has been identified. Health spokesperson Yonela Dekeda says this means all bodies have been identified and released to families.
South Africa
A protection and security service police officer says her assault case against the Deputy Speaker of the Gauteng Legislature, Vuyo Mhlakaza-Manamela, was ignored until lobby group Afriforum intervened.
World
The Chinese leader is expected to speak about Hong Kong’s future at a ceremony Friday marking the return of the former British colony to Chinese rule on July 1, 1997.
World
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has left mainland China for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic, arriving in Hong Kong Thursday ahead of the 25th anniversary of the city’s handover from British to Chinese rule.
World
Shares of Japanese company Sanrio rose by more than 10% in Tokyo after the agreement was announced.
World
The namesake son of an ousted dictator is sworn in as Philippine president in one of the greatest political comebacks in recent history in the country.
Africa
The African legislative arm of the African Union held an Ordinary Session of the Fifth Parliament in Midrand this week.
Africa
As demand for electric cars rises on the continent, public and private sector investors are lining up a series of charging stations on major highways, entertainment and recreation spots including those outside capital cities
Africa
Legislative elections in Senegal are due to take place on 31 July.
Africa
Sudan accused Ethiopia of capturing the soldiers on 22 June in Al-Fashaqa.
Business
‘I think maybe not only for this year, but maybe over the long term this is one that remains well positioned’: Victor Mupunga – Old Mutual senior research analyst.
Business
After facing criticism on the matter.
Business
In early trade the rand was at R16.24 against the dollar, 0.09% weaker than its previous close.
Business
Financial services group FNB says it will give customers R2 per litre back in eBucks from 1 July, to help contend with rising fuel prices.
Politics
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has dismissed the ANC’s appeal to overturn the previous court order to pay its debt to Ezulweni Investments for services rendered in connection to its 2019 election campaign.
Politics
The United Democratic Movement wants an urgent debate of national importance on rolling blackouts and its impact on South Africa.
Politics
The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed that a decision has been taken to prosecute Gauteng Provincial Legislature Deputy Speaker, Vuyo Mhlakaza-Manamela.
Politics
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is laying charges for what the party says is systemic racketeering, against the African National Congress (ANC).
Sport
The Junior Springboks took control of their pool at the U20 Six Nations Summer Series when they beat Ireland in hot and humid conditions.
Sport
Loose forward Kwagga Smith has openly admitted he would be willing to fill in on the wing for the Boks if that need arose.
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs have completed the signing of striker Fiston Kalala Mayele from Tanzanian giants Young Africans (Yanga) according to reports.
Sport
Ireland on Thursday named all four of their New Zealand-born players in their line-up for the first Test against the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday.
Education
[Daily News] SPECIAL needs education teachers at Patandi College in Arusha are set to travel to Norway for a residential training at Molde University College.
Education
[Daily Trust] Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board (KADSUBEB) has lamented that about 60 per cent of out-of-school children reside in Northern Nigeria.
Education
Ministers have imposed sanctions on Said Gutseriev, who donated £2.6m to university in 2019
The University of Oxford has come under renewed pressure to reject a £2.6m donation from a Russian-British businessman after he was designated for sanctions by the UK government.
Ministers imposed sanctions on Said Gutseriev on Wednesday for “obtaining a benefit from or supporting the government of...
Education
The decision by Sheffield Hallam University to drop its standalone English literature course must be a wake-up call
The study of literature allows us to glimpse universal truths as well as encounter the diversity of human experience in all its fascinating particularity. With expert guidance, an immersion in great novels, plays and poems can deliver a sense of spiritual headroom and wellbeing...
Lifestyle
Sbahle Mzizi just turned five and her mommy Ntando Duma decided to go all out with a Candy Wonderland-themed birthday party. Take a look…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Natasha Thahane showed off her post-pregnancy body while on ‘baecation’ with Orlando Pirates star Thembinkosi Lorch.
Lifestyle
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
A clash over religious and cultural beliefs has led to a film being canned by producers, leaving about 60 people unemployed.
Entertainment
Amazon’s “Paper Girls” is teeing up what looks to be a timey-wimey good time, with shades of beloved favorites like “Stranger Things” and “Doctor Who.”
Science/Tech
Despite the many benefits no-code, low-code and open source tools offer, there are downsides to these tools if they are not managed well.
Science/Tech
JSE-listed Datatec has agreed to sell its Analysys Mason business for as much as £210-million, with the proceeds to flow directly to its shareholders.
Science/Tech
A group of MIT researchers is exploring a radical idea for reversing global warming: using a raft of “space bubbles” to reflect sunlight away from our planet. Freethink reports: The copious amounts of greenhouse gasses humans have been releasing into the air ever since the Industrial Revolution are forming a sort of blanket around our planet, trapping heat in the atmosphere and causing global...
Science/Tech
First National Bank is giving customers bonus eBucks fuel rewards from next month.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Tiny hatchback’s structure and lack of ISOFIX mounting points took the brunt of the criticism.
Motoring
Similar to the new Subaru WRX, and the fastback-styled C4, Citroën has fitted the C4 X with cladding on the bumper and around the wheel arches.
Health
A mother of three who is living with breast cancer says her outlook is worse due to a late diagnosis.
Health
Barrington Campbell received an autism diagnosis at 30 – now he’s helping others by providing a space for gaming.
Health
Researchers say findings are sobering, with shortages in England predicted to top 10,000 by 2030-31.
Health
The consulting firm offered clients “in-depth experience in narcotics,” from poppy fields to pills more powerful than Purdue’s OxyContin.
Nature
As resources are depleted on Earth, many scientists suggest the asteroid belt could be mined instead.
Nature
The biggest freshwater fish ever documented, weighing in at 300kg (661lb), is found in the Mekong river in Cambodia.
Nature
Across the UK, volunteer harvesters are helping to fight food waste by sending produce to food banks.
Nature
Women from across Australia will present a visual petition to MPs, calling for urgent action.