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To stay or risk the ‘Road of Death’ – Ukrainian civilians trapped in frontline city
People in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky say they have been cut off from fresh supplies of food or medicine for months.

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MXOLISI KAUNDA | When rain brings fear: Why SA’s municipalities need a real reset
Rain traditionally is a symbol of hope, restoration, and renewal.
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News24 | Trump pauses ship escort in Strait of Hormuz, citing ‘great progress’ toward Iran deal
US President Donald Trump said he would briefly pause an operation to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing “great progress” toward a comprehensive agreement with Iran.

South Africa
Police to monitor March and March protest route
Traffic disruptions expected in Durban as a protest against illegal migrants takes place.

South Africa
Home Affairs officials arrested in ID fraud crackdown
Two Home Affairs officials have been arrested for allegedly issuing ID’s to foreigners in MP

South Africa
City Power security officer shot dead in Denver, JHB
Spokesperson Isaac Mangena says a case of murder has been opened and the suspects are still at large

South Africa
Disruptive rains batter various parts of SA
Disaster officials are on standby for flash flooding, mudslides and rapidly rising rivers.

World
Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio governor
He spent much of the race criticising the state’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic led by the Democrat nominee.

World
What do a teenager’s clothes tell us about North Korea’s future?
Analysts say the daughter of North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un is not just growing up – she’s being styled for succession.

World
India’s fiercest female politician faces a fight for survival
Mamata Banerjee loses West Bengal state, throwing her party – and political future – into doubt.

World
Finding soldier Tom: Solving family mystery of WW2 Soviet prisoner of war
He was saved by a Jersey family after escaping a Nazi labour camp, but after the war he disappeared in the Soviet Union.

Africa
Police officer tells of operation to retrieve human remains from crocodile
DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.

Africa
Sudan accuses Ethiopia and UAE of orchestrating drone attacks on airport
Sudan’s foreign minister says Ethiopia and UAE has chosen the “wrong path” and would regret it.

Africa
Mali junta leader names himself defence minister after predecessor killed
Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.

Africa
Malawi trader shutdown exposes deeper tension over tax reform and economic crisis
Malawi’s rollout of a digital tax platform has triggered widespread business protests, with traders arguing that economic pressures and foreign exchange shortages were ignored during consultations

Business
‘I try hard to budget but wonder how I’ll cope’
The Brent branch of Little Village says there is “a lot of need” in the local area.

Business
Codehesion will build world-class business software for your company
Codehesion boasts advanced AI and a development team pulled from the top 3% of South African software engineers.

Business
Cathedral to help run food share scheme in city
Hereford Cathedral says it will provide operational support to help the “incredible volunteers”.

Business
Best news in 13 years for important sector in South Africa
South Africa’s new vehicle market achieved its strongest performance in April in 13 years.

Politics
Adams’ lawyer to challenge his arrest
Fadiel Adams faces charges of fraud and defeating and or obstruction the course of justice.

Politics
Theft of cocaine from Hawks premises in KZN was by design: Flynn
Hawks Major-General Hendrik Flynn, on Tuesday testified before the Madlanga Commission.

Politics
KwaZulu-Natal DA says all sytems go for provincial congress
Delegates will gather at the Olive Convention Centre in Durban to elect its new leadership.

Politics
Mabe reaffirms good standing with the ANC
Mabe has since stepped-aside from the ANC NEC in keeping with the party’s step-aside resolution.

Sport
UK government discusses hosting Olympics in 2040s
The UK government says it is in “discussions about supporting potential bids” to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.

Sport
Arteta pays tribute to Arsenal players & fans after ‘incredible night’
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have “created history together” and praises the atmosphere and energy of the Emirates Stadium crowd, as Arsenal beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 on aggregate to reach their first Champions League final in 20 years.

Sport
Watch: Kane gives Dunfermline play-off advantage
Watch Chris Kane’s goal in Dunfermline Athletic’s 1-0 Scottish Premiership play-off quarter-final first-leg win against Arbroath.

Sport
Napoli to make Hojlund’s move permanent – Wednesday’s gossip
Napoli will turn Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund’s loan into a permanent move, West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville is being monitored by a number of clubs and Chelsea consider appointing Xavi Hernandez as their next manager.
Education
Sudan: Education or Food? Funding Shortfalls Force Sudanese Refugees in Egypt to ‘Make Very Difficult Decisions’
[UN News] Civilians who have fled the war in Sudan and sought shelter in neighbouring Egypt could potentially face a new battle – the loss of critical services that ensure their survival, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, has warned.
Education
Namibia: From Setbacks to Significance
[Namibian] My educational journey has never been a straight path.
Education
Namibia: Unam Enrolment Increases By 747 Percent Since 1992
[Namibian] The University of Namibia has recorded a 747% increase in student enrolment since 1992, with its student population rising from 3 639 to 30 836, president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has revealed.

Education
‘Close to zero impact’: US study casts doubt on effect of phone ban in schools
Researchers say findings are not reason to shy away from restrictions as MPs consider ban in England’s schools
Strict bans on mobile phones in schools have “close to zero” impact on student learning and show no evidence of improvements in attendance or online bullying, a study has found.
Researchers at US universities including Stanford and Duke looked at nearly 1,800 US schools where...

Lifestyle
Sue Duminy shows off AfrikaBurn ‘wedding’ [photos]
Former cricketer WAG Sue Duminy – the ex-wife of JP Duminy – has shown off more pics of her AfrikaBurn engagement…

Lifestyle
Killer crocodile: Who is businessman believed to have been eaten?
Who is Mpumalanga businessman Gabriel Batista, whose remains are believed to have been found inside the belly of a crocodile?

Lifestyle
Beyoncé sparks pregnancy rumours at the 2026 Met Gala
Grammy award-winning superstar Beyoncé Knowles-Carter sparked pregnancy rumours at the 2026 Met Gala in New York.

Lifestyle
Fugitive Musa Khawula faces jail time over Malema non-apology
Musa Khawula – currently on the run – is facing jail over being found guilty of contempt of court after failing to apologise to Julius Malema.

Entertainment
Musa Khawula ordered to apologise to Malema or face jail time
Khawula has previously said on social media that Malema would get no apology from him.

Entertainment
Leadership crisis hits ETDP Seta as key executive posts remain vacant
Board failed to appoint permanent CEO within six months, leaving Seta without executive leadership after acting CEO contract expired March.

Entertainment
Gauteng RDP homes still have dangerous asbestos roofs after 30 years
Merafong and Kaalfontein residents risk disease as no government department takes responsibility or funds removal of banned asbestos roofing materials.

Entertainment
Checkers Sixty60 rider becomes viral hero for helping stranded motorist
Reginald Maimela tried jump-starting a Toyota SUV from his bike then gave the driver a lift for battery replacement.
Science/Tech
Brockman Rebuts Musk’s Take On Startup’s History, Recounts Secret Work For Tesla
An anonymous reader quotes a report from CNBC: OpenAI President Greg Brockman concluded his testimony on Tuesday, where he largely rebutted Elon Musk’s account of the early years of the startup and negotiations that occurred at the company. Brockman testified that he never made any commitments to Musk about the company’s corporate structure, and he never heard anyone else make them. He...
Science/Tech
Apple to pay $250m to iPhone buyers over AI features lawsuit
Claims from last year said the tech firm’s advertising of Apple Intelligence fooled iPhone buyers.

Science/Tech
‘I Actually Thought He Was Going to Hit Me,’ OpenAI’s Greg Brockman Says of Elon Musk
OpenAI’s president wrapped his testimony on Tuesday by revealing a fiery meeting with Musk and subsequent efforts to remove several board members.
Science/Tech
Apple Agrees To Pay iPhone Owners $250 Million For Not Delivering AI Siri
Apple has agreed to a proposed $250 million settlement over claims that it misled iPhone buyers about the availability of Apple Intelligence and its upgraded Siri features. The settlement would cover U.S. buyers of the iPhone 16 lineup and iPhone 15 Pro models between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025. The Verge reports: The settlement will resolve a 2025 lawsuit, alleging Apple’s...

Motoring
Good news about diesel prices in South Africa
The government made an error in its diesel price calculation for May 2026, and motorists can expect to pay less than previously reported.
Motoring

Motoring
The only rear-wheel drive coupés you can buy for under R1 million in South Africa
There are only two rear-wheel drive coupés under R1 million on sale in South Africa.
Motoring
Health
Hantavirus Outbreaks Are Rare, but They Aren’t Going Away and There’s No Cure
Since the family of rodent-borne infections were identified in the 1950s, they have turned up all over the world.
Health
F.D.A. Blocked Publication of Research Finding Covid and Shingles Vaccines Were Safe
The agency’s scientists and data contractors reviewed millions of patient records for studies that were pulled back before release.

Health
Dr Punam’s red flags to look out for in your health
Dr Punam joins us to discuss the red flags to look out for in your health.

Health
Cruise passengers face being stranded at sea after hantavirus outbreak
While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread.