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Fewer US troops will be available to Nato during crises, sources say
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Donald Trump expects European nations to take main responsibility for Europe’s security

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Arsenal have ended their 22-year Premier League title wait after dethroning Man City in what was a very competitive season.
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Arsenal have been confirmed as Premiership champions without kicking a ball after second-placed Manchester City drew 1-1 at Bournemouth.
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Keyes is synonymous with creative energy and urban gathering, woven into Rosebank’s cultural life. Now, bureaucracy has caught up at last and it’s a go for the precinct’s next phase.

South Africa
McCloy passed away on Tuesday last week at the Milpark Hospital following heart failure.

South Africa
Police acted on intelligence regarding the whereabouts of the suspects.
South Africa
Eskom says its threat to interrupt electricity to parts of JHB is aimed at recovering debt.

South Africa
Fishermen and coastal communities are closely monitoring ocean activity for the first major shoals.

World
The former power minister was sentenced to 75 years in jail in absentia earlier this month.

World
Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz faces a deepening crisis as widespread protests and blockades leave the political capital under siege less than six months after he took office.

World
The World Health Organization top official has expressed concern over the rapid spread of a rare type of Ebola in Congo. Authorities have reported at least 134 suspected deaths and over 500 cases.

World
Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Wednesday in a meeting meant to reaffirm ties and that takes place only days after a visit by President Donald Trump.

Africa
Ghana will face fellow West African heavyweights Ivory Coast in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Africa
The government and transport operators are in talks to resolve the dispute over the hike in fuel prices.

Africa
A bank that ceased operations more than two decades ago is seeking compensation from Malawi that could approach a 10th of the country’s annual budget, following a court ruling that regulators illegally revoked its licence

Africa
Key roads have remained largely empty and some schools have asked students to stay at home.

Business
Sharp increases in electricity, petrol and diesel prices in April have sent headline inflation surging, pushing the limit of the South African Reserve Bank’s tolerance band.

Business
SARS will soon require all foreign-registered vehicles to be declared on its systems.

Business
Energy prices were lower due to the government’s energy bill support package and lower wholesale prices before the Iran war.

Business
A consortium including the Public Investment Corporation is looking to acquire Balwin Properties.

Politics
The ANC and DA in Joburg have differing expectations ahead of the State of the City Address

Politics
Nhlamulo Ndhlela was removed as uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) spokesperson on Tuesday.

Politics
Political parties have until Friday to submit names to the National Assembly Speaker.

Politics
Reverend Chikane, says SA’s post-TRC process failed many victims of apartheid-era crimes.

Sport
SA Rugby has congratulated Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, who was honoured with the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold by the Presidency.

Sport
Orlando Pirates are reportedly eyeing Lamontville Golden Arrows striker Junior Dion for next season as they look to beef up their squad.

Sport
Unai Emery has the chance to win a fifth Europa League on Wednesday, but where does he rank among the best European trophy winners?

Sport
After Khadija Shaw helped Manchester City win the Women’s Super League with another superb season, BBC Sport looks at where she stands among the division’s greatest strikers.
Education
[Nyasa Times] What began as a simple act of compassion by Apostle Clifford Kawinga has now transformed into a life-changing education revolution in one of Dedza’s most remote communities, with enrollment at Natiswe Full Primary School soaring from just 300 learners to an astonishing 1,100.
Education
Education
[263Chat] The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) says teachers across the country are facing worsening living conditions with many struggling to afford transport, healthcare, housing and basic necessities despite being employed full-time.
Education
[GroundUp] All the parents asked is that the state maintain and upgrade the schools

Lifestyle
Adut Akech Bior is excited to be expecting her second baby.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
“There is a misunderstanding because my club didn’t receive the correct information,” said Ngezana.

Entertainment
The former world record holder is in the Mother City to also help establish the marathon as a major on the circuit.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Here’s when you can collect your grant, and how much you will get.

Science/Tech
The company appoints computer engineer Arnold Goldberg as an independent non-executive director.

Science/Tech
Disney+ has hiked the price of its Premium monthly subscription in South Africa by more than 12%.

Science/Tech
The Pan African DataCentres Conference will take place on 23 and 24 June at the Sandton Convention Centre.

Science/Tech
It’s time to have honest, uncomfortable conversations about the human element of modern cyber threats.
Motoring

Motoring
The latest callback only involves the F and none of the lesser RC variants.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
One in 10 women live with adenomyosis yet sufferers say their pain is often dismissed.

Health
Some people say they are “stranded” in hospital, but the NHS denies decisions around their care are driven by costs.

Health
Pre-eclampsia causes more than 70,000 maternal deaths every year worldwide
Health
The prehistoric hominins “apparently were very adept at what we would consider invasive medicine,” said the anthropologist John Olsen.