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The clip, filmed by one of the ICE agents at the scene, shows the chaotic moments before gunfire rang out.

Some farmers in Europe opposed the deal, but the EU Commission said it had listened to their concerns.

The largest demonstrations in years have left at least 48 protesters dead, human rights groups say.

Nigel Dewale made derogatory comments about the Lioness star’s skin colour.

Most fires are currently under control in Kouga but a trail of damage has been left behind.

Another suspect was shot and killed in a similar situation on Thursday.

Fannie Seribishane is accused of shooting Mumsy Seribishane outside Lebowakgomo Hospital.

Shebe Maburna appeared before a Polokwana court for an urgent bail application.

Venezuelan journalist and author Paula Ramon in Caracas offers a reading list for anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of Venezuela at this moment.

NPR’s Juana Summers speaks to Naaja Nathanielsen, a government minister in Greenland, about President Trump’s latest threats to buy or acquire the territory, and how Greenlanders are responding.

Snow and cold weather in Europe stranded thousands of air travelers from around the world.

The pair join other US celebrities reconnecting with their African heritage and taking up citizenship.

The US president made the comment after being asked if the Christmas Day strikes were part of a broader campaign.

Voters could propel a leader into a fifth decade in power or back a change candidate.

A project in South Africa is putting radioactive material in rhino horns to make it harder to smuggle them over borders.

The US Treasury Secretary said the US no longer held pesos in its exchange stabilisation fund.

Martin Lewis explains how building up overdraft debt compares to credit card debt.

The National Freedom Party is leaving KZN’s Government of Provincial Unity, limiting the power of the coalition, and bringing huge uncertainty to the province.

Employment growth for the world’s largest economy eased significantly last year.

Mantashe linked youth unemployment to a lack of effort in applying for jobs.

Nzimande says he’s not defending his Cabinet job, insisting he no longer wants to hold office.

SACP says it remains committed to engagement with the ANC while still an independent party.

The National Freedom Party (NFP) has reaffirmed its decision to withdraw from the KZN GPU

Arsenal monitoring Tino Livramento as a potential summer signing, Aston Villa exploring a deal for Conor Gallagher, Dominik Szoboszlai close to agreeing contract extension at Liverpool, plus more.

Great Britain’s Kirsty Muir claims a third World Cup victory of her career by winning the Freeski Slopestyle event at the US Grand Prix in Aspen on Friday.

The International Tennis Federation says it will review its procedures for awarding wildcards after a female player’s “unacceptable” performance went viral on social media.

With Bafana Bafana eliminated early, many local fans turned their attention to Abongile Tom’s performances at the AFCON.

Springbok and Sharks star Eben Etzebeth showed off his mesmerising new car – a blue Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon. Take a look…

Elon Musk has ranted about South Africa’s race laws again, warning the US is ‘headed’ to become like his country of birth…

Governance failures are turning waste tyre depots into public and environmental health hazards, says a local recycling authority.

A 47-year-old man faces 12 kidnapping charges after police rescued young adults found walking half-naked in Mulbarton.

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Meta will finance Oklo’s purchase of uranium for its reactors. It’s a massive vote of confidence for both the startup and nuclear power, but challenges remain.

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

South Africa is looking at another petrol price cut this February.

Athena, Electro, Dynamite and Giant share their top tips to stay fit and healthy.

In Birmingham hospitals knives are regularly found, with one produced by a patient ready for an MRI.