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‘There’s a World Cup happening?’ Are Americans excited about the tournament?
With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States – and do they even know it’s on?
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Serena’s return excites Wimbledon officials
Wimbledon organisers said the return of 23-time Grand Slam singles champion Serena Williams to the sport was “exciting” as speculation mounts that the American could be given a wildcard for this year’s championships

South Africa
Experts urge safer driving to reduce preventable road deaths
The experts say dangerous driving habits contribute significantly to fatalities.

South Africa
9 Bangladeshi nationals stopped at OR Tambo over fake visas
Nine Bangladeshi nationals were refused entry into SA and arrangements were made for their return

South Africa
Western Cape says storm damage estimated at R10 billion
The provincial government says additional funding will be sought from the national government.

South Africa
Murder accused Tiffany Meek back in court on Friday
Meek faces several charged including murder and defeating the ends of justice for Jayden’s death.

World
Deadly Sudan drone strike targets funeral procession
Rights groups accuse the RSF paramilitary group of killing civilians in el-Obeid, a city on the civil war’s front line.

World
A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff
The BBC’s Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament.

World
Thai court sentences two men to death over Bangkok shrine bombing
Twenty people died and 120 others were injured in the explosion at the Erawan shrine 11 years ago.

World
Watch: Historic US-Canada border library gets new Quebec-only entrance
The Trump administration in 2025 paused the use of the famous Haskell Library’s main entrance on the US side, which had been used by both countries for decades.

Africa
Nigeria evacuates citizens from South Africa as anti-migrant sentiment rises
Nigeria is the latest African state to repatriate citizens following reports of xenophobic attacks.

Africa
When will an African side win the World Cup?
Morocco became Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

Africa
Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?
Omar Artan was set to become the first Somali to referee a game at the World Cup finals, but his place in history has been denied by US immigration authorities.

Africa
Ghanaian women defy odds to get Cambridge degrees
Scholarships help three women who grew up in poverty complete master’s qualifications in the UK.

Business
Why the economics makes this the craziest world cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.

Business
India’s ‘blue gold’ starts a new drinks industry
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.

Business
My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no?
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says “let’s just divide it!”

Business
Villagers take fight against Lidl store plans to Welsh government
Residents in the area do not want a store on land separating Llantwit Major and Llanmaes.

Politics
Patriotic Alliance retains Malmesbury Ward 11 after by-election
The party’s Raymond Ricardo Mains has been elected as the ward’s new councillor.

Politics
LIVE | Madlanga Commission of Inquiry Day 118 | 11 June
The Madlanga Commission into crime, political interference and corruption continues hearing witness.

Politics
MPs question Major General Rhoode’s conduct in Phala Phala matter
The Phala Phala farm burglary came under scrutiny from the Portfolio Committee on Police.

Politics
MKP says worried about possible political killings ahead of elections
Sibonelo Nomvalo says the MK P believes some of its members are being targeted for political reasons

Sport
McTominay travels separately to Boston after bug
Key midfielder Scott McTominay travelled with a doctor, away from fellow players, as a precaution prior to Scotland’s World Cup opener.
Sport
Five reasons why Bafana Bafana lost to Mexico in World Cup opener
Bafana Bafana’s World Cup campaign got off to a disappointing start with a 2-0 defeat to Mexico. Here’s what went wrong.

Sport
Why are footballers wearing pink boots at the World Cup?
The opening match of the 2026 World Cup was dominated by players wearing pink boots – but why is the colour so prevalent in football at the moment?
Sport
Mexico 2-0 Bafana Bafana: Who Fired, Who Flopped
Sithole endured a night to forget, while captain Ronwen Williams emerged as Bafana Bafana’s standout performer against Mexico.
Education
South Africa: Deputy Minister Proposes Replacing Nsfas With Direct Treasury Funding
[Daily Maverick] As NSFAS enters its third period under administration, Deputy Minister Mimmy Gondwe has proposed replacing the embattled scheme with direct National Treasury funding to save costs and improve accountability.
Education
Kenya: Education, State Ministries and Infrastructure Take Lion’s Share in Mbadi Budget
[Capital FM] NAIROBI,Kenya, June 11-Education, national government ministries and infrastructure projects emerged as the biggest winners in Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi’s 2026/27 budget as the government channelled the largest share of public spending towards human capital development, public service delivery and economic growth.
Education
Kenya: Govt to Spend Sh784.5bn On Education Sector
[Capital FM] Presenting the Budget Statement in Parliament on Thursday, Mbadi said education remains the single largest recipient of government funding, accounting for 26.5 per cent of the ministerial budget, up from 24.5 per cent in the 2021/22 financial year.
Education
Kenya: Government to Spend Sh784.5 B On Education As Mbadi Rejects Claims of Budget Cuts
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The government has earmarked Sh784.5 billion for the education sector in the 2026/27 financial year, including Sh424 billion for teachers’ salaries, with Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi dismissing claims that the Kenya Kwanza administration is underfunding education.
Lifestyle
Tyla sings national anthem – SA upset over ‘no show’ [video]
Where was she? Tyla performed the national anthem on behalf of Bafana Bafana at the FIFA World Cup opening match against Mexico…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Unathi Nkayi celebrates Soweto in new single and music video
Unathi Nkayi’s new single ‘Isikhwele’ and its music video pay tribute to Soweto, South African fashion and storytelling.
Lifestyle
Jessica Nkosi hosts brand-new show on Mzansi Magic
Jessica Nkosi returns to television as the host of ‘Make Life Good’, a new reality series focused on transforming communities.

Entertainment
Fifa bows to Trump as politics trumps sport at World Cup
Writer argues Fifa gutless for claiming impossible to host without Trump, noting Russia honoured visa rules in 2018 without incident.

Entertainment
April Fool’s Day appointment raises eyebrows at human settlements department
Lesetsa Matshekga starts 1 April advising on housing policy, though Unisa Enterprise faces shutdown after financial mismanagement and CCMA disputes.

Entertainment
R110m Kentron substation revival promises end to Centurion blackouts
Mayor Nasiphi Moya says true success means fewer household outages, not just new infrastructure, as Region 4 fuels city revenue.

Entertainment
Bafana’s Broos – ‘My team played a good game’
‘In some moments Mexico were desperate in in the game,’ claimed the Bafana head coach.
Science/Tech
China Lures Foreign Patients With Cutting-Edge, Cheap Medical Care
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: While traditional hotspots in the region such as Thailand, South Korea and Malaysia focus on services such as cosmetic surgery, IVF or physicals, China is trying to differentiate itself by providing some of the world’s most advanced procedures. “There are two reasons why a patient travels for medical treatments: availability of advanced...
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Science/Tech
Apple’s Camera Chief Thinks AI Can Give You Superpowers
The generative features in iOS 27’s new Photos app will add fake pixels to some of your shots, but Apple’s Jon McCormack says the company isn’t using AI “for the sake of AI.”

Science/Tech
Why You Might Already Own SpaceX Shares, Siri’s AI Makeover, and Knicks Owner’s Surveillance Machine
Today on Uncanny Valley, we take an early look at the SpaceX IPO and why you might find yourself among the investors without even realizing it.
Science/Tech
Study Links Smartphones With Declining Fertility Rates
Two recent studies argue that smartphones may have contributed to falling birthrates by reducing in-person social interaction, sexual frequency, and other conditions tied to unintended pregnancies. “One of the studies published in May is called ‘The Collapse of Teen Fertility in the Digital Era’ and the other, published just Monday, is titled ‘Is the iPhone Birth Control? Causal Evidence from...
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Health
‘I’ve never been this good’ – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission
Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.

Health
‘I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed’ – how NHS dentist shortage is costing a fortune
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.

Health
Meningitis B vaccine to be offered to a million young people
The decision for the one-off vaccine programme follows the unprecedented outbreak in Kent this year.

Health
Why did it take so long for me to be diagnosed?
Ellie Colton was finally diagnosed with endometriosis after years of debilitating pain. She meets a scientist developing a simple diagnostic test that could help many women.