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Starmer invites Japan PM to UK after Tokyo talks
Sir Keir and Sanae Takaichi discussed ways to strengthen ties between their two nations during the meeting, at the end of the UK prime minister’s trip to East Asia.

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King surprises Parkrun joggers for second year in a row
This is the second time the monarch has surprised joggers at a Parkrun on the royal estate.

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Sun City hotel reviving the glamour of its early years
The iconic Sun City Hotel is reinventing itself, while honouring its history as the Resort’s first hotel.

South Africa
Thabo Bester, ‘Cat’ Matlala moved to Ebongweni Prison in Kokstad
The facility has maintained a clean record of no escapes since it was opened in 2002.

South Africa
Local film gives Kimberley recovering addict new hope
Buffel hopes his story will motivate and bring positivity to those who have given up on life

South Africa
OR Tambo Airport reports no injuries, casualties after flooding
The rains caused floods in some on the airport’s terminals.

South Africa
McKenzie pays tribute to late poet and author Diana Ferrus
Ferrus died in Cape Town at the age of 72 on Friday after suffering a stroke a few weeks ago.

World
Musk’s SpaceX applies to launch 1m satellites into orbit
The firm wants to create a network of “orbital data centres” to power artificial intelligence.

World
Watch: Frozen river hosts dance party in Kyiv
Residents in the Ukrainian capital are finding joy in unusual places, despite power cuts caused by Russian attacks and freezing winter temperatures.

World
More than 200 killed in mine collapse in DR Congo
The mine gave way after heavy rains on Wednesday, a local rebel spokesman says.

World
Israeli strikes kill 23 Palestinians as Gaza ceasefire inches forward
Hospitals in Gaza said Israeli strikes killed at least 23 Palestinians Saturday, one of the highest tolls since the October ceasefire aimed at stopping the fighting.

Africa
This army chief threatened to castrate opposition leader and claimed descent from Jesus
The president’s son, notorious for explosive remarks on X, has ambitions to succeed his father.

Africa
Mali lawmaker jailed in Ivory Coast for insulting president
Prosecutors say Mamadou Hawa Gassama described Alassane Ouattara as a “tyrant” and “an enemy of Mali”.

Africa
South Africa expels Israeli envoy over ‘violations of diplomatic norms’
Ariel Siedman has been given 72 hours to leave South Africa, the foreign affairs ministry says.

Africa
Burkina Faso junta announces ban on all political parties
The multiparty system had been “promoting division among citizens”, the country’s interior minister said.

Business
This is how much sugar is packed into South Africa’s favourite cereals
A recent analysis of South Africa’s popular cereals reveals 13 out of 37 cereals contain 25 or more grams of sugar (per 100g).

Business
Legal warning about shopping malls in South Africa
Personal injury claims linked to shopping centres and supermarkets are increasing, with courts placing greater responsibility on property owners.

Business
The Cape Town public school that beats most private schools in South Africa
Westerford’s class of 2025 achieved over 3 distinctions per candidate on average, making it better than the vast majority of private schools.
Business

Politics
Steenhuisen urges voters to push ANC below 50% in Free State
The DA is eyeing to takeover as many municipalities as possible across the Free State.

Politics
DA in the Free State promises voters improved service delivery
The Democratic Alliance is holding its Provincial Congress in Bloemfontein today.

Politics
SAPS, alleged ANC reps entered Lulu White’s house unlawfully: EMCA
EMCA says SAPS and alleged ANC representatives unlawfully entered Lulu White’s house.

Politics
EFF calls for arrest of KZN Hawks head Lesetja Senona
The EFF has called for Senona’s immediate removal from office, his arrest and investigation.

Sport
A Slam four years in the making – Rybakina’s return to top
Why ‘unstoppable’ Elena Rybakina will believe her Australian Open triumph can begin a period of sustained success after ending a four-year wait for her second major title.

Sport
Blitzboks to face France in semi-final after losing to Fiji
The Blitzboks fell to Fiji after extra-time drama but still secured a semi-final clash with France at the Singapore Sevens.

Sport
Orlando Pirates starting 11 vs Magesi FC
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has named his team to face Magesi FC in the Betway Premiership at the Orlando Amstel Arena.

Sport
Why Djokovic needs Melbourne win more than Alcaraz with history on the line
Whoever wins the Australian Open men’s singles final will create history – but it feels like Novak Djokovic needs victory more than Carlos Alcaraz.
Education
When the Doctor Needs a Checkup
The physician work force is aging fast, and some hospitals now require that older clinicians undergo testing for cognitive decline. Many have resisted.
Education
Solutions for the Crisis in Classical Music
Readers discuss ways to rescue the industry.

Education
Eton head apologises after former teacher jailed for sexual assault
Jacob Leland, who taught Russian, jailed for three years for sexually assaulting student on school trip
The headteacher of Eton College has apologised and said he was “appalled” after a former teacher was jailed for sexually assaulting a pupil.
Jacob Leland, who taught Russian, was jailed on Friday for three years and three months for sexually assaulting one of his students during a school...
Education
How Fear of ICE Upended Life in One Minnesota School District
In Fridley, a Minneapolis suburb, school officials are driving nervous teachers and buying families groceries. At dismissal, the superintendent patrols for federal agents.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Free cancer screenings to be held for Dunoon residents
On World Cancer Day next week, local non-profit PinkDrive will provide free cancer screenings to the residents of Dunoon in Cape Town.
Lifestyle
Five coffee choices and what they say about you
Coffee is one of the planet’s most popular commodities and is rightly dubbed ‘black gold’ because of the intrinsic value it holds for billions of people every day.

Lifestyle
‘Dreamt of this’: Is THIS Handre and Marise Pollard’s dream home?
Handre Pollard’s wife shared a look inside a home she ‘dreamt of’ for a ”very long time’, is this their new home? Take a look…

Entertainment
Severe thunderstorm warnings for Sunday in several provinces
Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 1 February 2026.

Entertainment
KZN Education to address sanitation crisis at Nkandla school
Concerns were raised about inadequate sanitation facilities at the school

Entertainment
URC result: Bulls get revenge with one-sided Lions rout
The Bulls outscored the Lions eight tries to two in a dominant showing at Ellis Park that indicates they are getting back to their best.

Entertainment
Fairytale Met win for Andrew Fortune
Father and son first and second in Cape Town’s biggest race
Science/Tech
The Bill Gates-Epstein Bombshell – and What Most People Get Wrong
The Daily Beast: “Salacious claims from Jeffrey Epstein that Bill Gates contracted an STD following ‘sex with Russian girls,’ and colluded with the disgraced financier on a plot to secretly slip his wife antibiotics, were revealed in the latest Epstein files release.” The New York Times. (Alternate URL) “A representative of the Gates Foundation said, ‘These claims — from a proven, disgruntled...

Science/Tech
Cape Town wants high-tech cameras to nail people texting while driving
The City of Cape Town is seeking the National Director of Public Prosecutions’ approval to rollout its AI camera system.

Science/Tech
Cordless Stick Vacuum Throw Down: Bosch, Shark, Dyson (2026)
Bosch’s Unlimited 10 combines key features from Dyson’s and Shark’s stick vacuums and packs some nice extras, but it can’t seem to keep debris inside.

Science/Tech
The 24 Best Movies on Amazon Prime, WIRED’s Picks (February 2025)
Sinners, Wicked, and Die Hard are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.

Motoring
What to do in a head-on collision in South Africa
The chances of surviving a head-on collision may come down to how drivers react in the situation.

Motoring
New luxury sedan launching in South Africa very soon
Volvo’s new high-performance sedan will arrive in South Africa very soon.

Motoring
Think twice before doing this to your car in South Africa
Modifying your car may be putting your life and the lives of others in danger.
Motoring
Health
Morris Waxler, F.D.A. Official Who Switched Stance on Lasik, Dies at 88
While at the federal agency, he approved the laser device for eye surgery but later warned of its potential to cause harm.
Health
A Predictor of a Good Social Life? Your Parents.
A decades-long study suggested that close relationships with family members during teenage years could lead to a rich network of friendships in adulthood.
Health
Physician Assistants Want a New Name and More Power. Not Everyone Is Happy.
How increased responsibilities and a push to be called “physician associates” are raising tensions with doctors.
Health
What It’s Like to Live With One of Psychiatry’s Most Misunderstood Diagnoses
Spurred by her past struggles with dissociative identity disorder, she has devoted her professional life to studying it.