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Betting in Sport. More money, more problems?
Samantha Johnson explores the contradictions shaping today’s sports betting economy
THURSDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2025, 17:42

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Samantha Johnson explores the contradictions shaping today’s sports betting economy

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Met Police officer PC Christopher Harrison was accused of causing death by careless driving.

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Panama’s indigenous Guna people may be the example to follow for others affected by climate change.

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The poll also shows 44 percent of Democrats were ‘very enthusiastic’ about voting in the 2026 midterm elections.

South Africa
Another man was wounded and was taken to the hospital for medical treatment.

South Africa
Musicians marched to SAMRO offices in Johannesburg, demanding action over alleged corruption.

South Africa
Two suspects in Westbury shooting face added firearm charges; case delayed for ID parade.

South Africa
A former police officer was experiencing problems and acted on a traditional healer’s instructions.
World
The US government is set to return to life on Thursday after the longest shutdown in US history, which snarled air traffic, cut food assistance to low-income Americans, and forced more than 1 million workers to go unpaid for more than a month.

World
Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.

World
Iran is suffering its worst drought in decades, brought on by lack of rain, government mismanagement and crumbling infrastructure. The government warns it may have to evacuate its capital, Tehran.
World
A US jury in the first civil trial over a fatal Boeing 737 MAX crash determined that the aircraft manufacturing giant owes $28.45 million to the family of a newly-wed Indian victim.

Africa
Exam results from areas which dropped English have declined, the education minister says, announcing the U-turn.

Africa
Russian recruitment networks are targeting Kenyans with fake job offers, authorities say.

Africa
Bol Mel, who is sanctioned by the US for alleged corruption, had been tipped as Kiir’s successor.

Africa
Trump said it was a “total disgrace” that South Africa was hosting this month’s summit.

Business
The Fine Water Company is running the world’s first Fine Water Tasting Room at The Library at Lanzerac, charging R295 per person for a fine water tasting session.

Business
SARS is setting its sights squarely on the illicit economy in South Africa, which it says has grown to staggering levels.

Business
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana said he would close the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) if it were up to him.
Business
Politics
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says the absence of the US from the upcoming G20 Leaders Summit does not diminish the work that South Africa has put into the meeting.

Politics
The committee is investigating allegations of criminal infiltration, corruption, and interference.

Politics
Mkhwanazi is at the centre of allegations of infiltration of criminal syndicates within the metro.

Politics
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into criminality, political interference and corruption.

Sport
Former Kaizer Chiefs defender Thomas Sweswe has explained what sets Orlando Pirates apart from other teams.

Sport
Six-time Race to Dubai winner Rory McIlroy tightens his grip on another title with an impressive opening round in the UAE.

Sport
Keep track of the live scoring as the Proteas take on India in the first Test, which gets underway at Eden Gardens on Friday.

Sport
Mack Hansen returns from injury to be named at full-back for Ireland’s match against Australia, while Sam Prendergast is selected at fly-half.
Education
[ISS] The school bullying crisis mirrors a society where violence is normalised, and parents and teachers play an important role.
Education
[This Day] UAC of Nigeria Plc has successfully concluded the 2025 edition of its Annual Book Donation Drive, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to Early Childhood Education.
Education
[This Day] Three top finalists have emerged for the final event to be held at the Mike Adenug Globacom’s “Glo Innov8” National STEM competition for girls in Senior Secondary Schools across the country.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] ABOUT one thousand students from tertiary and second-cycle institutions in the Volta Region have completed a sensitisation workshop on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Protocols, where they were educated on the values, vision, and future prospects of ECOWAS.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
University of Tokyo scientists uncover how DNA damage links hair greying and cancer risk, and why grey hair may protect you.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
An X post by the Institute o Race Relations (IRR) has received backlash. Here’s what they said about the Springbok star…
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Science/Tech
Ancient buildings and old bones aren’t getting in the way of the transition.

Science/Tech
The man who invented, patented, and helped launch “Call Me” while on contract with MTN in November 2000, says Vodacom’s settlement with Nkosana Kenneth Makate is “absolutely unconscionable”.

Science/Tech
For the second time in four months, Spotify is hiking prices in South Africa – this time, though, there’s more value on offer.

Science/Tech
Looking for the best bed frame? Our top pick is the Classic Bed from Thuma. Explore our other favorites, which include options for all budgets and tastes.

Motoring
Epic journey to 2 876km summit shows EVs can tackle toughest terrain in the eland.
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
GWM gives SUV “fresh energy” by virtue of various styling and tech upgrades.

Health
Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.

Health
At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.
Health
She studied the impact of noise on health and classroom learning and helped impose stricter regulations in New York City.

Health
The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday’s strike by resident doctors.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.