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‘Such an easy game to ref’ – Dyche ‘stunned’ by ‘bizarre’ VAR calls
Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche is critical of the officials over some “bizarre” decisions in his side’s late 2-1 defeat by Manchester City.
SATURDAY, 27 DECEMBER 2025, 20:41

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Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche is critical of the officials over some “bizarre” decisions in his side’s late 2-1 defeat by Manchester City.

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Derek McInnes knows his Hearts side are not Barcelona, but he knows what his team need to be if they are to sustain a Scottish Premiership title challenge.

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Glasgow Warriors make it back-to-back wins over Edinburgh with victory in a largely drab affair at Murrayfield to win the 1872 Cup for the fourth successive season.

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Pep Guardiola warned his players not to be overweight in the festive season – but there is little fat to trim at Manchester City who saw off Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.

South Africa
A clean-up operation of a crash on Warden and Villiers, in the Free State is under way.

South Africa
A man tried to rob a woman of her cellphone with a knife on Table Mountain National Park.

South Africa
City of Tshwane technicians continue with repair work on the Olievenhoutbosch substation.

South Africa
CoGTA is concerned that the number of people affected by the storms will rise

World
Police say the suspects raised around €7m (£6m) for the militant group over more than two years.

World
This year saw the dismantling of USAID, the United States’ premier aid agency. What was the impact and what does the future of U.S. foreign aid look like in the health realm?

World
Myanmar’s is holding its first elections since the military seized power five years ago. It could give the military junta more legitimacy.

World
Russia attacked Ukraine’s capital with missiles and drones early Saturday morning, killing one and wounding over 20 people a day before talks between Ukraine and the U.S., local authorities said.

Africa
As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

Africa
Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Africa
Another 35 people were injured in the explosion during evening prayers in the city of Maiduguri, police say.

Africa
Preliminary investigations revealed the motive could be linked to illegal mining turf wars, police said.

Business
While domestic workers remain one of the most vulnerable consumer classes in South Africa, the segment has seen a remarkable turnaround over the past five years when it comes to loan defaults.

Business
Accelerate Property Fund is selling two malls in Johannesburg, as its largest assets, Fourways Mall, starts showing signs of life.

Business
Customers say the social supermarket in North Bransholme is taking the pressure off the weekly shop.

Business
FirstRand, the owner of FNB and RMB, is offering good value to investors, with the company set to grow in the digital banking space after buying a slice of Dubai-based Optasia.

Politics
Former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday.

Politics
‘Addressing hijacked buildings isn’t a law enforcement task but a housing, development imperative’

Politics
The EFF has described the attacks as a violation of African sovereignty.

Politics
More than R2 billion was embezzled from the hospital.

Sport
The Bulls have confirmed the appointment of Neil de Bruin to their coaching staff as head coach Johan Ackermann reshapes his backroom team.

Sport
The Bulls have reportedly turned to Springboks coaches Duane Vermeulen and Felix Jones in an effort to steady the ship.

Sport
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta say his team’s next step is to capitalise on their chances more and create bigger scorelines after a 2-1 win against Brighton.

Sport
Arne Slot says Liverpool are doing enough things right to be winning their matches more comfortably following a nervy 2-1 victory against Premier League bottom club Wolves.
Education
Marina Vance had an E.P.A. grant to help homeowners counter the impact of wildfire smoke, until the agency deemed the research “no longer consistent” with its priorities.
Education
Companies benefiting from A.I. should donate a small percentage of their profits to retrain the workers the tech will displace.
Education
A new study suggests that distressed borrowers using a simpler bankruptcy process are succeeding — and that more people like them should try.
Education
The grand jury received testimony that the man had acted to defend his son, who had faced bullying before the shooting, a local prosecutor said.

Lifestyle
Siya Kolisi reacts to alleged girlfriend Rachel John’s ‘a day in a life in South Africa’ video amid rumours of their romance.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Bloemfontein’s big-city, small-town vibe is attracting first-time property buyers in their droves. But there’s more to it than that …

Lifestyle
The 26-year-old Broadway child star leaves behind a 3-year-old son.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories of Sunday, 28 December 2025 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
A total of R650 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 27 December 2025.

Entertainment
The result ensures Senegal stay on top of Group D.

Entertainment
Arsenal sit two points clear of second-placed Manchester City.
Science/Tech
The 2011 meltdown at Fukushima’s nuclear plant “was the world’s worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl in 1986,” CNN remembers. But this week Japanese authorities “have approved a decision to restart the world’s biggest nuclear power plant,” reports CNN, “which has sat dormant for more than a decade following the Fukushima nuclear disaster.” Despite nerves from many local residents, the Niigata...

Science/Tech
Money gifts burning a hole in your pocket? These deals on WIRED-tested gadgets and gizmos will stretch your dollars.
Science/Tech
An astrophysicist at the University of Rochester writes that “many” of his colleagues in physics “have come to believe that a mystery is unfolding in every microbe, animal, and human.” And it’s a mystery that: – “Challenges basic assumptions physicists have held for centuries”- “May even help redefine the field for the next generation”- “Could answer essential questions about AI.” In short,...

Science/Tech
A Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) route leak on the network of a major undersea cable firm connecting South Africa to the rest of the world was behind a recent local Internet outage.
Motoring

Motoring
Chery is rapidly expanding in South Africa, with plans to launch two new car brands in early 2026.

Motoring
You don’t need to be a technical expert or mechanic – simple preparation gets you a long way.

Motoring
JMC has officially launched the Vigus bakkie in South Africa.
Health
Recent research highlights that the egg may be the leading lady, but she needs her supporting cast.
Health
The National Kidney Registry has matched thousands of kidney donors with recipients. It has also paid millions of dollars to a company owned by its founder.
Health
She went on testosterone to help with her menopausal symptoms. The effects had unexpected consequences for their marriage.

Health
Some of the lamps – which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder – are available to loan for up to three weeks.