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Experts warned that South Africans looking to buy a home should be careful of cognitive biases, which can lead to them making a bad investment.

Living a stone’s throw from Nando’s UK headquarters, I spotted something deeply un-South African on the festive menu. Brussels sprouts masquerading as Portuguese food? This needs investigating.

Firefighters have been kept on high alert following a series of veld and bush fires that broke out across Nelson Mandela Bay and the Kouga region over the last week.

You’ve been in the UK long enough to know the drill with brollies and queuing. But have you actually done the British summer season properly? Here’s your bucket list sorted, with dates locked in for 2026.

The N1 North remains closed for traffic near the Ysterberg Mountain outside Polokwane after a crash

Zinplex says their products are formulated by healthcare professionals, including pharmacists

Eight people were killed after a gas cylinder exploded at a house the morning after the wedding celebration.

NPR’s Sacha Pfeiffer talks with Peter Krause of Boston College about the Trump Administration’s willingness to act unilaterally against other countries and what this means for international relations.

Initial joy among Venezuela’s diaspora in Chile has given way to caution, as questions grow over what Maduro’s capture means for the country — and for those who fled it.

A recent Israeli decision to bar Doctors Without Borders and other aid groups means international staff and aid can no longer enter Gaza or the West Bank. Local staff must rely on dwindling supplies and no international expertise.

Forward Bryan Mbeumo says Cameroon’s first-half performance cost them in the quarter-final defeat by Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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.

Lion Lager is one of the oldest and most popular beer brands in South Africa.

New smoking laws being processed by parliament could force tobacco brands to use standardised packaging. But there’s a big problem.

Discovery Health announced that it will cover the cost of a claims system error that resulted in the overpayment of certain Above Threshold Benefit (ATB) claims during 2025.

Leo Brent Bozell III has been sworn in as the US Ambassador-desigante to South Africa amid a strained relationship between the two nations.

The UAE is also a major investor in the South African economy across various sectors.

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says the party is not dying and will bounce back.

A nationwide campaign to rebuild every branch of the ANC will be undertaken in 2026, says Ramaphosa.

SACP’s Masuku has described the African National Congress as the leader of society.

Macclesfield chairman Rob Smethurst says he feels like his side “won the FA Cup” with Saturday’s third-round win over holders Crystal Palace.

West Ham defender Amber Tysiak is closing in on a move to German side Union Berlin.

Briton Eilish McColgan reclaims her women’s European 10km record by winning in Valencia in a time of 30 minutes seven seconds.

Bafana Bafana defender Thabo Moloisane has reportedly signed a pre-contract with Kaizer Chiefs. Who will he replace next season?

Children aged two with highest screen use can say significantly fewer words, UK government research finds

Excessive screen time is damaging toddlers’ ability to speak, the government has warned as it prepares to issue advice to parents for the first time on how to manage screen use in under-fives.

New research has found that children aged two with the highest screen use – about five hours a...

While most people expect smoking to be responsible for lung ageing, other everyday factors beyond this also pays a contributing role.

Desmond Scott publicly apologised to estranged wife, TikTok star Kristy Scott amid reports of alleged fidelity and divorce.

Prince Kaybee has praised Springbok captain Siya Kolisi’s relationship with Rachel John, who is a decade younger than him…

Rachel Kolisi, the former wife of Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, is showing off her luxury new set of wheels…

The reasons behind the killing remain unknown, and the police is continuing their investigation.

It is suspected that a tyre burst caused the minibus to overturn

After receiving information, police found a rocket launcher and military-grade explosives at the suspect’s house

The Lions edged the visitors from France 42-33 in a thrilling Challenge Cup match at Ellis Park on Saturday.

I’ve spent almost a year testing dozens of heat protectants for hair. Whether you’re blow-drying, curling, or straightening, these are the best formulas I’ve found.

This is a promising stand-alone Dolby Atmos soundbar for music fans, but it still needs a few software tweaks.

Sony’s latest full frame mirrorless is a hybrid powerhouse with features to impress both video and still photographers.

I recently had what my surgeon described as “big surgery” on my right leg, and this was my experience getting back behind the wheel.

BYD has created a new sub-brand designed to appeal to the e-hailing industry.

Japan’s iconic bullet trains are a world-leading transport service.

A growing number of new cars sold in South Africa feature electric door handles, but the technology is facing global scrutiny over safety concerns.

Annette Bevan and friends set up the Maa Maas club for mums who want to play rugby.