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Italy bans Kanye West, Travis Scott concerts over security concerns
Italy has banned two concerts involving US rappers Kanye West and Travis Scott due to take place in July in the northern city of Reggio Emilia
SATURDAY, 30 MAY 2026, 12:02
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Italy has banned two concerts involving US rappers Kanye West and Travis Scott due to take place in July in the northern city of Reggio Emilia

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The first of the five men was rescued on Friday after flash-flooding cut the men off from an exit

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Zambia has investigated and cleared two suspected cases of Ebola as it steps up screening and surveillance for the deadly viral disease after an outbreak in neighbouring DRC

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In ‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives’ by Lola Shoneyin, what appears to be a story about a polygamous man quickly reveals itself as something else entirely

South Africa
KZN authorities remain on high alert on Saturday amid fears of potential disruptions

South Africa
Sindi Msimang says the bus stoning incident in KwaZulu Natal took place at 04h00

South Africa
Molosankwe was shot and killed at his home in Lomanyaneng last week.

South Africa
Minister Buti Manamela defends his decision to place the NSFAS under administration

World
The tour comes as Myanmar’s new government tries to consolidate its political position regionally, while continuing to wage a brutal civil war.

World
The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.

World
South Africa’s Madlanga Commission hears about Brazilian butt lift bribe denials and alleged drug heists.

World
Corruption probes of colleagues and relatives have put Spain’s premier into a fight for survival.

Africa
Abula, a Nigerian sport inspired by the Yoruba concept of a balanced meal, aims to grow from a local pastime into an internationally recognised game.

Africa
Search-and-rescue operations are ongoing, with the number of casualties yet to be confirmed.

Africa
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said fighting in DR Congo was hampering efforts to stop spread

Africa
An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare species of the virus and is in an area affected by conflict.

Business
Market analysts warn that DStv’s new owner, Canal+, is facing significant challenges in turnaround and integration following its acquisition of MultiChoice.
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Business
South Africa’s growing gambling use is sapping income that would ordinarily be flowing into groceries, entertainment and mobile phone bills.

Business
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Saturday, 30 May 2026.

Politics
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry will continue running phases one and two concurrently.

Politics
Earlier this week, the ANC NEC instructed Sisi Tolashe to step down as the league’s president.

Politics
The Madlanga Commission has submitted its second interim report to President Cyril Ramaphosa

Politics
The party asserts that the chairperson of the Impeachment Committee should be someone neutral.

Sport
Derry City boss Tiernan Lynch says he “firmly believes I can turn this around” despite mounting pressure on his position following Friday’s loss to Dundalk.

Sport
Linfield captain Chris Shields says “with a bit of luck” he will be fit to return to Blues’ the squad for Uefa Conference League qualifiers after missing majority of last season through injury.

Sport
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos was left frustrated after his side’s international friendly against Nicaragua, criticising the opposition’s negative approach.

Sport
Miguel Cardoso has praised Mamelodi Sundowns’ tactical discipline and freedom after they came from behind to beat RB Leipzig 3-1.
Education
Laurie Santos on what will really bring meaning and fulfillment to your life, and what won’t.
Education
Many couples don’t consider 529 accounts carefully when splitting up, and other families make a crucial mistake that can leave a mess if somebody dies.

Education
Facing an uncertain job market and the looming threat of A.I., graduating high school seniors in America’s tech capital are increasingly rethinking their career plans. Job demand in fields like construction, along with the allure of potential six-figure salaries, have some high schools investing in hands-on classes that are redefining what success looks like for the class of 2026.
Education
In his determination to own and control every document in his future library, the president is working to shield his administration’s inner workings from public view.

Lifestyle
Award-winning television presenter Lerato Kganyago opened up about her husband Thami Ndlala in a raw and emotional Instagram Live.

Lifestyle
Meghan Markle is reportedly ‘forced’ to take action to pay her and Prince Harry’s bills as the ‘breadwinner’. Take a look…

Lifestyle
Check out the latest adjustments for June 2026 SASSA Older Person Grants. Specifically, revisions to the eligibility requirements …

Lifestyle
Many South Africans on social media have threatened to boycott Brian McKnight’s concert over the drama surrounding his personal life.

Entertainment
“They just go and sit even though there’s no injury. They just sit and slow the game down.”

Entertainment
The court concluded that the murder appeared to have been financially motivated.

Entertainment
The Stormers were able to name their strongest possible team to face Cardiff in their URC knockout, despite a slew of injury concerns earlier in the week.

Entertainment
Gateway to seven-seater ladder frame SUV range now R128 000 cheaper than before.

Science/Tech
I tested Wispr Flow and various AI-powered transcription software to see whether you should bother subscribing or stick with free services.
Science/Tech
One is allied with Anthropic. The other is tied to OpenAI. They’re both spending millions to influence the midterms, and they’re leaving a trail of fearful candidates and canceled ads in their wake.

Science/Tech
The first electric Ferrari is already this year’s most divisive car. We asked three Italian auto industry professionals to explain where the EV’s design makes sense, and where it doesn’t add up.

Science/Tech
A walk in the cemetery led to Cornell researchers discovering an underground colony of bees with an estimated population of 5.5 million—one of the largest ever recorded.
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Health
A new DNA test could help screen whether patients require the treatment or not, according to a new international trial.
Health
Clinical trials in China are getting attention at an international oncology gathering in Chicago. China’s surging biotechnology industry is fueling alarm that U.S. dominance in the field is waning.

Health
Gethin Jones trains to be Dr Oscar’s guide runner
Health
His research showing the positive effects of athletics on intellectually disabled children led Eunice Kennedy Shriver to ask him to help stage the Games.