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Miley Cyrus confirms engagement to musician Maxx Morando
The Grammy winner says she was “so surprised” after her partner of four years proposed on a trip.
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The Grammy winner says she was “so surprised” after her partner of four years proposed on a trip.

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Rescue workers say they recovered bodies from a camp for displaced people. The IDF says it “struck a Hamas terrorist”.
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Get ready, Cape Town! The HSBC SVNS returns for its 10th instalment on December 6-7, mixing thrilling rugby action with vibrant fan festivities. With important road closures and transport options, ensure you’re prepared to join the excitement!
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Watch – Inside South Africa’s billion-rand perlemoen underworld

South Africa
Magashula served South Africa with distinction in both private and public sectors.

South Africa
Gender-based Violence (GBV) activist Cynthia Dinalane received a South African Heroes Award.

South Africa
Hot weather hampering efforts to put out the fire Witzenberg side of the Matroosberg mountains.

South Africa
Police say a 32-year-old man was fatally wounded while sitting in a car outside the court.

World
NATO foreign ministers met in Brussels. With no evident progress toward ending Russia’s war on Ukraine, European leaders in both NATO and the EU are redoubling efforts to provide military back-up.

World
Panahi’s latest film, It Was Just an Accident, won three Gotham Awards on Monday. The filmmaker has been imprisoned in Iran before — but continues to make movies.

World
Washington Post reporter Alex Horton talks about the Sept. 2 U.S. military strike on a boat with alleged “narco terrorists,” in which a second strike was ordered to kill two survivors in the water.

World
Trump says he will issue a “full and unconditional” pardon of the Texas representative and his wife.

Africa
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Africa
Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

Africa
His departure on health grounds coincides with a spate of mass abductions across the West African state.

Africa
Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

Business
Carmakers hailed the change as a victory for “common sense”, while environmental groups criticised the plan.

Business
The government claims that parents who cannot or chose not to breastfeed could save £500 a year.
Business
Business

Politics
DA opened a fraud case against Tshwane’s Deputy Mayor and MMC for Finance Eugene Modise.

Politics
Julius Mkhwanazi and Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s relationship under the spotlight at the Commission.

Politics
ActionSA has dismissed the DA’s case against Modise as an attempt to deflect from it failures

Politics
MPs insist more must be done to speed up justice in GBV cases.

Sport
Kylian Mbappe’s brace helps Real Madrid end a three match winless streak during a 3-0 win against Athletic Club.

Sport
Crystal Palace could listen to Jean-Philippe Mateta offers, Napoli targeting Kobbie Mainoo, Brighton may move for Said el Mala.

Sport
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca admits Leeds were better than his team in “every aspect”, after the Blues lost 3-1 at Elland Road.

Sport
Leeds manager Daniel Farke says his players deserved their win against Chelsea, after beating the Blues 3-1 at Elland Road to climb out of the Premier League relegation zone.
Education
The plaintiffs, white and Asian students, said they would qualify for scholarships given out by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, but for their race.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The 1980 year group of Pope John Senior High School and Minor Seminary (Pojoba ’80) has handed over a newly constructed ultra-modern conference hall with a state-of-the-art washroom to the school as part of activities marking 50 years since they entered the institution and completing 45 years ago.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The President of All Nations University (ANU), Professor Samuel Herbert Donkor, has highlighted the critical role of private universities in complementing public institutions to drive national development. Speaking at ANU’s 34th graduation ceremony in Koforidua, he emphasised that private universities should not be viewed as profit-making ventures but as mission-oriented...
Education
[Ghanaian Times] The government’s announcement to recruit 6,100 trained teachers in 2026 has brought a sigh of relief to many unemployed educators who have long sought absorption into the classroom.

Lifestyle
Rachel Kolisi reunited with a Springbok WAG, despite allegedly falling out with another over rumours of her ex, Siya Kolisi’s new romance…

Lifestyle
Springbok Eben Etzebeth is awaiting his fate and a possible ban after a disciplinary hearing. Take a look back at more fierce fights…

Lifestyle
22-year-old Lungile Siyaphi, a Wits University construction studies student and the 46th title holder for Miss Soweto, having taken her crown on Saturday.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
‘Every time we get into the last third (of the pitch) and don’t score,’ said the Chiefs co-head coach.

Entertainment
The result means Masandawana will end the year in second place on 26 points, two behind leaders Orlando Pirates.

Entertainment
Amakhosi can’t take their chances in a 0-0 draw.

Entertainment
Mkhwanazi claims he drove to the scene, but only spent ‘two or three minutes’ there.
Science/Tech
404 Media’s Claire Woodcock writes: As prices for streaming subscriptions continue to soar and finding movies to watch, new and old, is becoming harder as the number of streaming services continues to grow, people are turning to the unexpected last stronghold of physical media: the public library. Some libraries are now intentionally using iconic Blockbuster branding to recall the hours...

Science/Tech
BMW’s first car on its new EV platform has finally arrived. But will a big range, thumping charging tech, and a new driving brain that aims to deliver the ultimate ride be enough to beat China?
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Politico: Five months after releasing a plan to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence, the Trump administration is turning to robots. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has been meeting with robotics industry CEOs and is “all in” on accelerating the industry’s development, according to three people familiar with the discussions who were...
Science/Tech
Missed out on Cyber Monday? Auk Mini’s stylish herb garden makes a great gift, and its discount is still live.

Motoring
Toyota’s first electric Hilux is going to be a tough sell.

Motoring
The Department of Transport’s acting director general has given an update on the possibility of increasing South Africa’s driving licence validity period.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.
Health
“Masking” is part of life, especially for those with autism or A.D.H.D. But hiding your true self comes with a cost.

Health
Sam Tucker says “opportunities were missed” when her daughter Holly, 6, was diagnosed with a tumour.
Health
Comments by President Trump, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and some panelists suggest the committee is likely to delay hepatitis B shots and discuss revising the use of other vaccines.