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Max Verstappen says he is considering F1 retirement
Max Verstappen says his current unhappiness has left all options on the table, including retirement when the Formula One season ends
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Nigeria’s giant oil refinery fails to curb fuel price surge
Nigeria’s giant Dangote refinery has failed to prevent record-high petrol prices, with pump costs rising by 65% despite increased local refining

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Decomposing body of missing 4-year-old found in Limpopo bushes
The search was launched after Violet Maswanganyi and the child were reported missing

South Africa
One person killed in accident on M7 in Durban
One person has been killed and another injured in a horrific accident on the M7 in Durban, KZN.

South Africa
AmaXhosa Royal Family vow to protect sovereignty of EC people
A protest is under way against an unauthorised coronation of the Nigerian Igbo King in KuGompo.

South Africa
SAPS hosts camp for children of members who died in line of duty
SAPS hosts 3-day leadership camp for children of members who died in the line of duty
South Africa
NSFAS directed to activate forensic unit to work with SIU
NSFAS directed to activate forensic unit to work with SIU
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has directed the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Board to activate its forensic unit immediately to work with the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) on cases already under investigation, and refer identified instances of fraud and misrepresentation to the...

World
Thousands of US troops sent to the Middle East with more on the way
Additional U.S. troops have reached the Middle East, with more on the way. While the U.S. military hasn’t specified a mission, the critical Strait of Hormuz remains closed to almost all oil tankers.

World
Retired general on the capabilities and risks to US troops deploying in Iran
NPR’s Michel Martin asks retired Gen. Joseph Votel about the risks of deploying American ground forces in Iran.

World
Three killed as unfinished building collapses on church service in Ghana
Locals say the structure, in a school complex, was in use despite lying unfinished for a number of years.

World
Trump says he has ‘no problem’ with Russian oil tanker bringing relief to Cuba despite blockade
President Donald Trump said he has “no problem” with a Russian oil tanker off the coast of Cuba delivering relief to the island, which has been brought to its knees by a U.S. oil blockade.

Africa
Caf general secretary resigns amid Afcon final fallout
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.

Africa
One ant for $220: the new frontier of wildlife trafficking
The craze for collecting ants takes Kenya by surprise as smugglers zone in to make a profit.

Africa
Salah could play for seven more years – Klopp
Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah could carry on playing until the age of 40 after the forward leaves Liverpool at the end of the season.

Africa
Morocco ready to host Wafcon ‘any time’ as questions remain over postponement
A senior member of the Moroccan government says the country was “ready to host” the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations this month despite the decision to delay it until July.

Business
Ramaphosa announces massive private investment drive
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is seeking to attract and mobilise R2 trillion in private-sector investment over the next three years, following successful drives since 2018.

Business
Why Most South African Business Surveys Are Lying to You
Your customers are clicking through your feedback forms. They’re just not telling you the truth.

Business
Ramaphosa sends a message to South Africans about record-high petrol price hikes
President Cyril Ramaphosa has told South Africans that the government is looking into ways to soften the blow.

Business
Worst month for South Africa in 18 years
Johannesburg’s benchmark stock index is heading for its worst month in almost two decades, reeling from a double hit as the Iran war saps demand for emerging-market assets while plunging precious-metal prices weigh on the country’s miners.

Politics
Court dismisses Mbeki and Zuma’s application in Khampepe matter
The court found that their failure to follow correct legal process rendered the application invalid.

Politics
All members including those from SACP must vote for ANC: Ramaphosa
The SACP has decided to contest independently in the upcoming Local Government Elections

Politics
ANC EC to debrief national leadership on halted conference
The conference failed to proceed after the EC High Court issued an interim order against it.

Politics
Ramathuba, Ramaphosa-backed ANC vows to fix LP water crisis
LP ANC secretary, Reuben Madadzhe, says the congress has resolved to tackle water shortage

Sport
‘That’s world-class’ – Pundits analyse Russo’s hat-trick vs Tottenham
BBC pundits Fara Williams and Anita Asante analyse Alessia Russo’s brilliant 27‑minute hat‑trick against Tottenham, discussing whether her best position is the number nine or ten role for Arsenal.

Sport
Three teenage talents on Springboks’ radar
There is ever-increasing excitement about three teenage talents who provide a picture of what the future could look like for the Springboks.

Sport
Celtic pay out five-figure sum to sexual abuse victim
The survivor raised a legal action after claiming he was attacked by Frank Cairney at Celtic Boys Club in 1989.

Sport
Here’s Bafana Bafana’s BEST XI which should face Mexico at the World Cup
Bafana Bafana play Mexico at the Estadio Azteca in their opening World Cup match. Which players should start against El Tri?
Education
How Bard College Became a Major Real Estate Player 20 Miles Away
A nonprofit foundation donated $82 million worth of properties in Hudson, N.Y., to the school, which has provided few details about its plans.
Education
How a Civics School With a Conservative Bent Divided Its Supporters
A University of North Carolina program was intended to promote civil discourse and ideological diversity. Some of its early conservative supporters say it is doing the opposite.
Education
South Africa: Most Gauteng School Workers Not Checked for Sex Offences
[Scrolla] The Gauteng Department of Education has cleared only 11% of its 86,367 employees against the National Register for Sex Offenders. Michael Waters of the DA says children are at risk because most Gauteng school workers have not been properly checked.
Education
Nigeria: SSANU Gives Govt One Month Ultimatum Over 2009 Agreement
[Daily Trust] The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has issued a one-month ultimatum to the federal government to conclude the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement or face an indefinite strike.

Lifestyle
Tirelo vs. Amahle: Who prepared the meal Musa Mseleku enjoyed?
Television personality Musa Mseleku indicated that either Tirelo or Amahle had prepared a meal that he absolutely enjoyed. But who was it?

Lifestyle
TLC’s Chilli under fire for donating to Trump’s campaign, denies being a Trump supporter
TLC is partnering with En Vogue and Salt-N-Peppa for the ‘It’s Iconic’ tour later this year.

Lifestyle
Roger Goode ‘moves on’: 5FM announces new line-up
Radio station 5FM has announces their new line-up and honoured the likes of Roger Goode, Stephanie Be and Leah Jazz.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Ackermann loads Bulls team with Bok players for Champions Cup last-16 clash
The Pretoria-based team take on Glasgow Warriors in Scotland this weekend.

Entertainment
One dead, another injured in multiple truck collision in KZN
One truck driver sustained moderate injuries.

Entertainment
Sundowns’ Mdunyelwa focused on positives ahead of CL semis
‘My contribution to the team means a lot to me,’ said Mdunyelwa.
Entertainment

Science/Tech
The IRS Wants Smarter Audits. Palantir Could Help Decide Who Gets Flagged
Documents show the tax agency is testing a Palantir tool to surface “highest-value” audit and investigation targets from a maze of legacy systems.

Science/Tech
Huawei spotlights AI-driven networking and cybersecurity at IP Club 2026
Huawei South Africa showcased its Xinghe portfolio of AI-driven networking solutions at its IP Club 2026 event. AI-driven networking is moving from theory to deployment, and Huawei South Africa is leaning into that future. A key part of that is its Xinghe portfolio – a suite of AI-driven solutions designed to secure and optimise enterprise […]

Science/Tech
Young ECape innovators shine at SA Innovation Week
The provincial leg of SA Innovation Week showcased solutions aimed at addressing local socio-economic challenges.

Science/Tech
MTN reshapes board with five new appointments
The telecoms group appoints new independent directors to strengthen governance in support of its Ambition 2030 strategy.
Motoring

Motoring
Warning over fuel price gouging in South Africa
The Competition Commission has warned businesses to comply with the law and avoid price gouging motorists during this period of fuel price volatility.

Motoring
Silver lining about petrol prices
A crucial pipeline in the Middle East is circumventing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, helping to improve global oil supplies and fuel prices.

Motoring
Bad news for petrol station owners in South Africa
Fears are mounting that SANRAL may soon have too much control over the country’s petrol stations.

Health
Man fears stroke or heart attack due to aspirin shortage
David Slater, 72, says ministers need to step up and sort out issues with the medication.

Health
‘I nearly broke trying to help my partner with addiction issues’
Claire Harkin believes the experiences of people who are supporting loved ones with an addiction can be overlooked.
Health
A Secret History of Psychosis
Cohen Miles-Rath heard voices telling him to kill his father. After they passed, he spent years retracing the path of his delusions.
Health
Dr. Judith L. Rapoport, Pioneer in Understanding O.C.D., Dies at 92
Her best-selling 1989 book, “The Boy Who Couldn’t Stop Washing,” based on her groundbreaking research, brought public awareness to obsessive-compulsive disorder.