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Prescod ‘not taking drugs’ for Enhanced Games
Former Great Britain sprinter Reece Prescod says he will not take performance-enhancing drugs despite signing up for May’s controversial Enhanced Games.

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England do not have drinking problem – Broad
Former England seamer Stuart Broad says the current team do not have a drinking problem despite a series of incidents involving alcohol this winter.

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What countries do business with Iran and what could US tariffs mean?
Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests.

South Africa
MEC notes stationery delivery issues at some KZN schools
The province recorded the highest matric pass rate in the country.

South Africa
Three people who were trapped at Mutale River in Limpopo rescued
Three people who had been trapped between Mutale river and a stream at Gwakwani river rescued.
South Africa
President on UAE visit: Economic growth ambitions and climate action are mutually beneficial
President on UAE visit: Economic growth ambitions and climate action are mutually beneficial
A nation’s climate action goals and economic ambitions can work in tandem for greater prosperity. This, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who spoke during a fireside chat at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, held in that country.
“In fact, countries that have embarked on...

South Africa
Ramathuba pledges continued support for 30% pass mark
She says that achieving a full NSC requires meeting a diverse subjects’ threshold.
World
News24 | Qatar warns any US-Iran escalation would be ‘catastrophic’ for region
A military escalation between the United States and Iran would have grave consequences for the region, Qatar said on Tuesday after Washington threatened strikes in response to a government crackdown on protests in the Islamic Republic.

World
Ex-Corsican separatist leader shot dead at mother’s funeral
Alain Orsoni, 71, was a well-known separatist figure in Corsica who had been living in exile for years in Nicaragua.

World
Minnesota sues over Trump’s ICE enforcement. And, SCOTUS hears trans athlete cases
Minnesota officials sued the Trump administration over unconstitutional ICE conduct. And, SCOTUS hears two cases on whether states can bar transgender athletes from women’s sports.

World
Trump continues to threaten military action against Iran
Amid a deadly crackdown on protesters in Iran, President Trump continues to threaten military action against Tehran and warned countries that do business with Iran that he could impose a tariff.

Africa
Niger revokes licences of tanker drivers who refuse to go Mali amid jihadist blockade
Jihadists have been targeting tankers entering Mali, worsening the country’s fuel shortage.

Africa
‘Miracle baby’ born in a tree above Mozambique floodwaters dies aged 25
Rosita Salvador Mabuiango’s mother was sheltering for days before giving birth perched above the water.

Africa
Afcon quiz: Name every Africa Cup of Nations winner
With the Africa Cup of Nations kicking off on Sunday, 21 December, can you name every tournament winner?

Africa
Nigerian stars dominate All Africa Music Awards
Global superstar Burna Boy claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest work No Sign of Weakness.

Business
AGOA hope for South Africa
The US House of Representatives has supported a renewal of AGOA, but South Africa may not be on the list.

Business
New Birmingham-Manchester rail link planned
Previous plans for a high-speed rail line between the cities were scrapped by Rishi Sunak’s government.

Business
25-year-old foreigners are retiring in South Africa
Home Affairs are looking to change the nation’s immigration laws and highlighted the abuse of its retirement visas.
Business
Politics
News24 | Coalition crisis in KZN: DA seeks urgent audience with NFP
The DA in KwaZulu-Natal has requested an audience with the National Freedom Party following its departure from the provincial unity government.
Politics
News24 | DA takes McKenzie to Public Protector over his withdrawal of SA’s Biennale submission
The DA has taken Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie to Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka after he withdrew a pro-Gaza art submission to the 61st Venice Biennale.

Politics
MK Party removes Treasurer-General and Chief Whip
Makhubele was removed as Chief Whip with immediate effect.

Politics
Madlanga Commission to resume hearings on 26 January
This has been confirmed by the Commission in a statement this Monday afternoon.

Sport
Sport England suspends X account over ‘abhorrent’ output
Public funding agency Sport England suspends its account on Elon Musk’s X, claiming it “increasingly promotes and monetises an environment that is hostile to women and girls”.

Sport
Rodri and Cisse star in best goals of the FA Cup third round
Watch the best goals from across the FA Cup third-round weekend, including Isaac Buckley-Ricketts’ stunner for Macclesfield FC.

Sport
Celtics coach gives same two-word answer to all questions after loss
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla repeats “illegal screen” in response to all the questions in his news conference after the 98-96 loss to the Indiana Pacers.

Sport
Davies returns to Scarlets as Jones departs
Scarlets appoint Nigel Davies as interim director of rugby until the end of the 2025-26 season to work with head coach Dwayne Peel.
Education
Greenland Would Be the Largest U.S. Land Acquisition, if Trump Got His Way
Denmark does not want to sell its territory. But for a real estate mogul turned president, the world’s largest island may be irresistible.
Education
Nigeria: It Firm Launches N50m Tech Scholarship Scheme for Almajiri Pupils
[Daily Trust] An ICT training institute, New Horizons Nigeria, has announced a major CSR initiative that is geared towards improving Nigeria’s GDP, reduce unemployment and improve national security significantly.
Education
Supreme Court to Hear Challenges to State Bans on Transgender Athletes
The outcome of a pair of cases on Tuesday could affect laws in 27 states that prohibit transgender girls from joining girls’ and women’s sports teams.
Education
What High School Seniors Wrote in Their College Admissions Essays
Some students are still mentioning their race or immigrant status as the Trump administration cracks down on diversity efforts. But many are avoiding sensitive aspects of their identity.
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Lifestyle
‘Chalkboards belong in museums’ – Gauteng Premier pushes for AI in schools
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has renewed his call for artificial intelligence to be fully embraced in South Africa’s classrooms.

Entertainment
‘Uthando neS’thembu’ returns for an explosive season 9: Here’s what to expect
The new season follows the special Uthando neS’thembu Uncut, which offered behind-the-scenes footage of never-before-seen moments.

Entertainment
Wildschutt targets sub-27 in Gqeberha after shining for SA cross country team
Wildschutt will compete in road races in Gqeberha and New York in March.

Entertainment
‘Life has never been the same without her’: Nhlanhla Kunene remembers Nandi Nyembe
Nyembe passed away in August 2025 at the age of 75.

Entertainment
City Power cuts out the middleman, now communicates directly with residents
‘The change will allow elected councillors to focus on their primary oversight responsibilities.’

Science/Tech
Powerful computer for R200 per month
Nvidia’s GeForce Now is an excellent service and makes a convincing argument that the “Netflix-ification” of the gaming industry could be near.
Science/Tech
Microsoft Pledges to Pay More for Electricity, Drawing Praise From Trump
The tech giant is responding to concerns that data centers are driving up electricity costs in some communities.

Science/Tech
The era of (relatively) cheap computers is over
AI data centres are starving the rest of the market of RAM and other components, pushing up the price of PCs, servers and everyday electronics.

Science/Tech
Apple turns to Google to power AI upgrade for Siri
Analysts say the deal is likely to be welcomed by consumers – but reflects Apple’s failure to develop its own AI tools.

Motoring
2 new Tata cars coming to South Africa
Tata has announced that two new SUVs are heading to South Africa this year.

Motoring
One of South Africa’s biggest cities to auction 800 cars
One of South Africa’s largest municipalities plans to generate revenue by auctioning off 800 cars next month.

Motoring
Big win for South Africa’s car factories
South Africa’s car manufacturers are finally receiving government support to upgrade their facilities to build hybrid and electric vehicles.

Motoring
Eastern Cape spends R11.4 billion on electric car chargers
The Eastern Cape has spent R11 billion to prepare the province for electric cars.

Health
How to spot illicit cigarettes
Morning Live’s Marc Cananur finds out more about the health risks around illegal cigarettes.

Health
Critical incident declared at city hospital trust
The hospital trust says patients are experiencing “unacceptable delays” across services.

Health
NHS funds football pitch to help boost island health
Carloway Football Club in Lewis has received a grant of £22,000.
Health
’Shrooms Lead the Pack in Psychedelic Medicine, but Rollout Is Bumpy
Psilocybin-assisted therapy is legal in three states, but access has so far been limited and expensive.