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Travis Head gets a higher pitched Brydon Carse delivery wrong as the Australian batter is bowled for 46 runs to leave his side 82-4, with a lead of 124, on day two of the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne.

Seamer Gus Atkinson adds to England’s injury problems by leaving the field on the second morning of the fourth Ashes Test against Australia.

For Alaa Abdel Fattah and his family this is a new beginning after years of separation and suffering.

From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen’s style was a powerful formula.

SAPU has raised concerns about the safety of the officers.

Clifton, Camp’s Bay, Melkbosstrand, Muizenberg, are some of the favourite hang outs

The SANDF members were trying to cross the river from Komatipoort to the Lebombo Border Post.

Veteran SABC journalist, Veronica Fourie, passed away in an ambulance on her way to the hospital

The U.S. will shift some of the burden of defense to its allies, and it will equip them for it. One ally’s equipment: nuclear submarines for South Korea.

Historically, the U.S. had been the top donor for global health. That changed dramatically this year. We look at the new approach the U.S. is pursuing and what this has meant for people on the ground.

President Trump ordered U.S. strikes on ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria, in response to what he claimed is persecution of Christians

Police say the attacker, from the occupied West Bank, ran over at least one person before stabbing another victim several miles away.

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

A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

Antoine Semenyo is set to make a final decision on his future with Manchester City in advanced talks over a January move for the Bournemouth forward.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

The man who took a chance on a failing French kitchenware brand has been added among South Africa’s dollar-billionaires.

While the latest crime statistics show a broad-based decline in reported crimes across most categories in South Africa, white collar crime has continued to rise, with no sign of slowing down.

The latest data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) at the end of the fourth week of December shows that motorists are in store for an even bigger cut in prices in the new year.

Home Affairs is amending the nation’s immigration laws – 8 years after a ruling from the Constitutional Court.

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

More than R2 billion was embezzled from the hospital.

ANCYL spokesperson Zama Khanyase says President Cyril Ramaphosa has shown support for their call.

Community activist Mario “Gatto” Wanza died on Wednesday at the age of 59.

Ben Stokes punishes Jake Weatherald’s decision not to play his delivery, as the ball nips back inside before hitting the off stump as Australia fall to 40-2 on day two of the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne.

Manchester United are considering a move for James Garner, Chelsea want to offload Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi, Sandro Tonali is a target for Juventus, plus more.

Sale score five tries in a dazzling second-half performance to totally outclass Harlequins on Boxing Day.

Retired Bafana Bafana left-back Tsepo Masilela and ex-Kaizer Chiefs coach Farouk Khan call for Mofokeng to start Bafana’s next game.

The real Grinch? A video of a Cape Peninsula baboon helping itself to Christmas goodies has gone viral on social media…

Despite the backlash and security threats, The Kiffness show will go ahead at Kirstenbosch Gardens this weekend…

The number of teenage mothers who gave birth on Christmas Day has increased, raising concern regarding adolescent pregnancy in South Africa.

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi shared a look inside his scenic island vacation in the Seychelles with his two kids and two siblings.

In an entertaining SA20 opener DSG made a major statement by edging defending champs MI Cape Town on their home turf in front of a sold out Newlands.

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‘Even Salah said to me after the game that he was surprised it was a penalty,’ said Broos

Tyre theft is a massive problem in South Africa, but there are a few simple measures you can take to avoid becoming a victim.

There are several steps you should take if you are caught in a hailstorm, and a few steps to assess the damage.

Global automakers are facing greater uncertainty as they navigate an environment of trade tensions, regulatory changes and uncertain economic outlooks.

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

Christmas is a difficult time if you suffer from a reduced tolerance to sounds, but there are ways to make it easier.