Trump plans to fire US FDA chief Makary, sources say
The White House signed off on a plan to fire US Food and Drug Administration commissioner Marty Makary, according to sources familiar with the matter
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News24 | CIA report claims Iran can outlast US port blockade for 4 more months
Efforts to end the war between the US and Iran appeared to stall as the two sides traded fire in the Gulf, while a US intelligence analysis concluded Tehran could withstand a naval blockade for months.
Toyota Corolla Cross GR-S: Bang for your buck
With Chinese brands flooding the crossover market, the sporty twist to the Corolla Cross adds great value to the product
News24 | WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in ‘limited’ outbreak
The World Health Organisation said on Thursday that more hantavirus cases could emerge after the disease killed three passengers from a cruise ship, but it expected the outbreak to be limited if precautions were taken.
WEATHER: Snow, winds, heavy rain expected in SA until NEXT WEEK
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Saturday, 9 May 2026.
IMPEACHMENT CASE: What ConCourt’s Phala Phala ruling means for Ramaphosa’s future
The Constitutional Court has cleared the path for a public impeachment hearing, leaving President Ramaphosa’s political fate in the hands of a new Parliament.
News24 | US fires on Iran tankers as talks hang in balance
A US warplane disabled two Iranian tankers to enforce a port blockade on Friday, after Washington’s top diplomat said he was awaiting Tehran’s response to the latest proposed deal to end the Gulf conflict.
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News24 | Saturday’s weather: Severe cold fronts bring flooding, snow to Western Cape; cold elsewhere
A series of intense cold fronts are expected to batter the Western Cape, bringing very cold, wet and windy conditions with snow on high-lying areas.
Santam and SA Weather Service join forces to strengthen South Africa’s early warning systems
By expanding SAWS’s observation network, the partnership seeks to close critical forecasting gaps in regions vulnerable to floods, storms and extreme rainfall
DA leadership contest in KZN pits Ngema against Billy before 2026 polls
The Democratic Alliance is set to elect new leadership in KwaZulu-Natal this weekend, in a closely watched provincial congress that will shape the party’s strategy before the 2026 municipal elections amid rising coalition politics and the growing influence of the MK Party
News24 | What Ramaphosa ruling means for GNU; Justice sought for slain KZN cop: Today’s top 7 stories
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
FIFA World Cup: Shakira reveals official anthem for 2026 finals
‘Dai Dai’ the official anthem!
Shakira has now been involved in FOUR different FIFA World Cup tournaments since her first in 2006.
News24 | ‘Act for South Africans or yourselves’: Pressure mounts on GNU over Ramaphosa impeachment
GNU parties face a defining test after the Constitutional Court revived impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the Phala Phala scandal, forcing coalition partners to choose between political expediency and accountability.
News24 | Litigious EFF, MKP ask Parly Speaker Didiza to act on Phala Phala ruling ‘immediately’ or…
The EFF has given National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza 48 hours to constitute an impeachment committee against President Cyril Ramaphosa or face another legal challenge.