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NHI will never see the light of day

Today at 12:14 PM, via Daily Investor

South Africa’s NHI is unlikely to ever be implemented due to funding and design flaws, and warns that pursuing it risks further damaging the healthcare system instead of fixing its underlying governance problems.

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Zwane alleges referees target AmaZulu in PSL matches

Today at 12:01 PM, via SowetanLIVE

AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane criticised the refereeing standards in the PSL, claiming his team has been unfairly targeted by officials, which has impacted their performance, particularly in matches against Magesi and Stellenbosch.

World

Ukraine offers drone expertise to Gulf amid Iran strikes

Today at 11:48 AM, via NPR

As Iran launches its Shahed drones at Gulf nations in retaliation for strikes by the U.S. and Israel, Ukraine offers its expertise at downing the drones Russia has lobbed at its cities for years.

World

China offers to mediate in US-Israel-Iran war

Today at 11:47 AM, via NPR

China says it will send a special envoy to the Middle East to help mediate the US-Israel-Iran war, as Chinese political elites gather in Beijing for the annual “Two Sessions.”

Business

A big prediction about the NHI is coming true

Today at 12:30 PM, via BusinessTech

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has conceded that the NHI is likely to be held up in court for many years, with even the ‘best’ outcome prolonging the process.

Science/Tech

You’ve Never Seen Ants Like This Before

Today at 12:03 PM, via New York Times

The Antscan database captures the tiny insects’ diversity and shows how the world’s living things could be rendered in three dimensions.

Health

F.D.A. Faces Upset Over Denials of New Drugs

Today at 12:01 PM, via New York Times

Agency officials promise fast reviews of new treatments while vowing they will not be a “rubber stamp” for the industry. But patients with rare diseases view recent decisions as signs that the doors are closing on their options.