Japan comes up with new word for 40C-and-hotter days after blistering summer
The term – kokushobi – translates to “cruelly hot”, “brutally hot” or “severely hot”, and comes after Japan’s hottest summer on record.
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News24 | Fatal stabbing of high school pupil sparks police manhunt in Limpopo
A 17-year-old Grade 10 pupil from Ipopeng High School has been stabbed to death in Setumong village, Ga-Matlala, in Limpopo.
Fans feel ‘gouged’ by £111 World Cup train tickets
The Football Supporters’ Association says fans are being “fleeced” and “gouged” by the high cost of train tickets to World Cup games in New Jersey.
UJ academic awarded Unesco Chair to advance digital inclusion and cultural equity in Africa
The Chair, held by Professor Prinola Govenden, will focus on addressing digital inclusion, cultural representation and equitable access to knowledge in Africa’s rapidly evolving digital environment
One of Arsenal’s greatest unsung heroes – Keown’s tribute to Manninger
Former Arsenal defender Martin Keown pays tribute to his old friend and former Gunners team-mate Alex Manninger, who has died at the age of 48.
News24 | More than 38 000 women, girls killed in Gaza war by end of 2025 – UN
Over 38 000 women and girls were killed in the Gaza war by the end of 2025, the UN estimated on Friday, amounting to over half of the 71 000 deaths recorded by the territory’s health ministry.
Bournemouth close to appointing Rose
Bournemouth are close to appointing Marco Rose as Andoni Iraola’s replacement as head coach.
News24 | ‘Hitler’ appears if democracy declines, says Brazil’s Lula ahead of Spain summit
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned on Friday that allowing “setbacks” to democracy would bring authoritarian regimes like Hitler’s, ahead of a gathering of world left-wing leaders in Spain.
A man wrongfully served 17 years for rape. Now another man has been convicted
Malkinson had his rape conviction quashed in 2023 after fresh DNA analysis linked a new suspect to the offence.
Irish fugitive and alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai, police say
Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.
Hack job: Standard Bank is discovering the extent of the cyberattack in the daily data dumps
A threat actor named Rootboy did not need to be asked if he could get the stolen data up on the dark web after Standard Bank wouldn’t pay the 1BTC fee. He just did it, in an ongoing sequence of planned and disclosed dates and times. Daily. Since 14 April.
Thousands celebrate open-air Mass with Pope Leo in Cameroon – in pictures
Pope Leo XIV is on his third day in Cameroon before he heads to Angola on Saturday.
Arteta lights training ground fire to inspire players
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta lights a fire at their London Colney training ground to motivate players before crucial week.
SA Weather Service warns of severe storms and storm surge
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Saturday, 18 April 2026.
No evidence Epsom rape took place as reported, say police
The reported attack had caused concern and prompted protests calling for more details from police.
‘Staggering’ I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.
Haemophilia: what everybody should know about this condition
World Haemophilia Week shines a light on a condition affecting millions globally. Here’s what you should know about living with haemophilia.
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Tshwane CFO says police sergeant Fannie Nkosi ‘like a brother but no lines crossed’
Testifying at the Madlanga Commission, suspended City of Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi was adamant that his personal friendship with Sergeant Fannie Nkosi never crossed professional lines.
Newsletters: I have a picture for you! 11 April-17 April 2026
The First Thing newsletter’s Ever-lasting Subscriber Photo Gallery.
Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…The Prime Minister Speaks Out
Keir Starmer says it’s ‘staggering’ he wasn’t told Mandelson failed security vetting.