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Chris Mason: The crunching trade-offs and big numbers Burnham may soon confront
The BBC’s political editor Chris Mason reflects on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan.
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The BBC’s political editor Chris Mason reflects on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan.

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The BBC spoke to US citizens across the country ahead of its big anniversary celebration this weekend.

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Marcus Willis is best known for playing Roger Federer on Wimbledon’s Centre Court but, 10 years on, he says he is not defined by that magical moment.

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As Canadians celebrate their nation’s birthday, independence movements in two provinces are eyeing the exit from the country.

South Africa
Correctional Services takes over the management of Mangaung Correctional Centre G4S.

South Africa
Khan was due to testify before the Commission on Wednesday, but remains in hospital after being shot
South Africa
President Ramaphosa to address Google Cloud Summit
President Cyril Ramaphosa will officiate the first Google Cloud Summit in Africa at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg on Wednesday.“The Google Cloud Summit brings together global technology innovators, African policymakers, and industry captains. The event is designed to showcase the transformative potential of Cloud...
South Africa
President Ramaphosa makes changes to National Executive
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced changes to the National Executive following consultation with the leadership of the Democratic Alliance as a member of the Government of National Unity (GNU).“These changes will affect the Ministries of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Trade, Industry and...

World
It compares with more than $600m in total income that Trump reported in his last financial disclosure.

World
The birthright ruling brings to an end a Supreme Court term that has delivered the president some key victories.

World
Video footage shows rescuers cheering as the child is pulled from rubble in La Guaira state.

World
The BBC asked Americans how they felt after the Supreme Court’s ruling on citizenship for babies born in the US.

Africa
DR Congo’s run at the 2026 World Cup comes 52 years on from both their disastrous debut at the finals and one of sport’s greatest occasions held in Kinshasa.

Africa
The proposed changes agreed by a majority of MPs sparked protests outside parliament.

Africa
Upstarts Cape Verde make history twice with their World Cup debut then reaching the knockout stages.

Africa
People have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors as more rain is expected to come.
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Politics
Willie Aucamp has been appointed as the Minister of Agriculture.

Politics
IMC says the peaceful conduct reflects the strength of South Africa’s democracy.

Politics
Tuesday’s mass protests on immigration are the culmination of over 26 years of protest.

Politics
Madlanga Commission of Inquiry marks Day 129 on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 at Pretoria

Sport
Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie becomes the second player at this tournament to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent in stoppage time of their 2-0 defeat against Mexico.

Sport
England manager Thomas Tuchel had revealed that his team will follow his predecessor Sir Gareth Southgate’s penalty shootout blueprint at the World Cup.

Sport
Kylian Mbappe becomes the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup knockout matches with after scoring twice as France crusie past Sweden 3-0 to set up a last-16 tie with Paraguay.

Sport
Bradley Barcola “empahatically” fires home France’s second goal in their World Cup round of 32 match against Sweden at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
Education
[Nyasa Times] Malawi’s public universities have quietly triggered one of the most consequential policy shifts of the year: a doubling of tuition fees for generic students, from K650,000 to K1.3 million.
Education
[Daily Trust] The list of students abducted during the invasion of Government Day Secondary School Lassa, Askira Uba LGA of Borno State, has been obtained.
Education
Two federal courts have blocked a new Trump administration rule that could have narrowed eligibility for a student loan forgiveness program for public servants.
Education
Instead of home-schooling her daughter, she spent hundreds of millions of dollars building an idiosyncratic educational institution in the Hamptons.

Lifestyle
A prominent economist believes millions are taking home a SASSA second income every month, skewing the country’s real unemployment landscape …

Lifestyle
Just months before illegally entering South Africa, beauty queen Chidimma Adetshina vowed to never return after visiting Nigeria…

Lifestyle
A controversial remark about child grants has divided Facebook users, exposing deep disagreement over who truly deserves support.

Lifestyle
Media personality, Gerry Elsdon, penned a heartfelt message expressing gratitude for her pastors support following her mother’s passing.
Entertainment

Entertainment
March and March says repatriations have already begun and warns future illegal arrivals that South Africans will reject lawbreaking foreigners.

Entertainment
Ingolstadt’s soon-to-become entry-level ‘Q’ model offers a lot, but at a price.

Entertainment
Panel proposes 200 constituency seats alongside proportional lists while civic groups say window for meaningful change is closing.

Science/Tech
Stellantis MD Mike Whitfield insists the greenfield project is merely on hold, not abandoned, amid market upheaval.

Science/Tech
From personalized gifts to business essentials, WIRED can help you save with our selection of VistaPrint promo codes.

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Check out our deals for Nike this July 2026, including 15% off select purchases.
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Motoring
Pajero will have, according to Mitsubishi, “outstanding off-road capability”.

Health
Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts.
Health
The lawsuit argues that new federal rules went beyond what Congress enacted and broke from guidance that the federal government previewed to states.

Health
Draining your lymphatic system

Health
How to treat bloodshot eyes