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Third Briton dies in French Alps avalanches in one week
A total of 28 people have died in avalanches since the start of the winter season in the French Alps.
‘Jesse could not stand Obama’: Ramaphosa hails Jackson’s ‘moral authority’, Trump touts personal ties
Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump expressed sadness at Jesse Jackson’s death, but their tributes offered vastly different perspectives on the activist’s impact.
News24 | ‘Progress’ in nuclear talks between Iran and the US, but ‘a lot of details’ still to discuss
Iran and the United States reached an understanding on the main “guiding principles” in talks aimed at resolving their longstanding nuclear dispute, but that does not mean a deal is imminent, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said.
US says it ‘supports’ UK Chagos Islands deal
US Department of State says it supports the UK’s decision to ‘proceed with its agreement with Mauritius concerning the Chagos archipelago’.
News24 | SA’s own Bruce Lee: Cape Town kung fu legend inducted into world martial arts hall of fame
A South African kung fu champion has been given the highest form of recognition in his field by being inducted into the World Action Martial Arts Hall of Fame.
Thousands brave heat and long queues, hoping to get army job
Desperate young jobseekers hope to work for SANDF
SETHULEGO MATEBESI | Sona must be a call to action and accountability
As Khoisan praise singer Ria Reen ushered in President Cyril Ramaphosa at the state of the nation address (Sona), her role carried profound relevance.
Bucs’ success fuels De Jong’s World Cup dream
Orlando Pirates utility attacker Andre de Jong has laid bare his desire to impress in big games against Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs, saying that will improve his chances of making the New Zealand World Cup squad.
Allende aims to help Downs close gap on Pirates
Midfielder says team will need to display same energy they used to defeat MC Alger
MALAIKA MAHLATSI | Disinformation campaign by politicians amid Gauteng water crisis
Over the past few weeks, the richest and most populous province in SA has been experiencing severe water outages.
Shia LaBeouf arrested in New Orleans after Mardi Gras fight, police say
Feb 17 (Reuters) – Shia LaBeouf was arrested just after midnight on Tuesday in New Orleans where police said the 39‑year‑old “Transformers” film star assaulted two men in a fight during Mardi Gras.
Ukraine, Russia hold peace talks in Geneva as Trump puts pressure on Kyiv
GENEVA, Feb 17 (Reuters) – Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia concluded the first of two days of US-mediated peace talks in Geneva on Tuesday, with US President Donald Trump pressing Kyiv to act fast to reach a deal to end the four-year conflict.
Stop dithering on Brazilian butt lift crackdown, say MPs
A committee of MPs warns tighter restrictions on high-risk cosmetic procedures are needed immediately.
I used to hate my appearance. Here’s how I learned to accept it
Tilly and Charlotte share their experiences of body dysmorphic disorder and how they recovered from it.
‘I do not trust them’ – top streamers left concerned by Discord age checks
The platform’s plan to roll out global age checks has caused concern in streaming communities.
Reform plans to keep UK’s budget watchdog
Robert Jenrick will promise to reform the OBR, rather than abolish it, in a move to reassure financial markets.
Snow and rain warnings as cold snap continues
The Met Office says there could be some flooding and disruption to travel.
‘Just push us into the sea’: The frustration of an area failed by politics
In Horden, County Durham, Westminster slogans have long been left unmet as the population has plummeted.
The Papers: ‘Pressure piles on Andrew’ and ‘Jesse Jackson dies at 84’
Police accessing information from Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties leads a number of papers today.
Mourinho’s ‘big mistake’ after ‘disgusting’ Vinicius incident
Trent Alexander-Arnold calls the alleged racist abuse of team-mate Vinicius Junior a “disgrace to football”, while opposition manager Jose Mourinho is criticised for his comments.