How Australia found itself battling big tech over social media for children
Australia’s policy is the culmination of years of pressure on tech companies over online safety, experts say.
Top Stories
Pioneering new treatment reverses incurable blood cancer in some patients
Seven out of 11 patients with incurable cancer who had the treatment appear to be cancer-free.
ANC NGC: ‘Time is not on our side’ — ANC reflects on GNU and declining voter support
‘Time is not on our side’ — ANC reflects on GNU and declining voter support
MURDER MOST FOUL: Police identify three ‘persons of interest’ in killing of whistleblower Marius van der Merwe
Amid the ongoing investigation into the murder of whistleblower Marius van der Merwe, police have identified three persons of interest linked to his shocking death. As the community grapples with the implications of his testimony before the Madlanga Commission, unanswered questions loom about potent
Has Trump just made the US/Europe breakup official?
The Trump administration warns European is facing “civilisational erasure”
LIVESTOCK DISASTER: KZN dairy farmers face massive losses amid the ravages of foot and mouth disease
KZN dairy farmers face massive losses amid the ravages of foot and mouth disease
Why Sandie Peggie ruling could lead to big changes for employers
A tribunal has ruled that the nurse was harassed by NHS Fife – but dismissed all other claims in her case.
Trump v Europe?
Trump administration says Europe faces ‘civilisational erasure’.
‘One Battle After Another’ leads Hollywood’s Golden Globe nominations
‘One Battle After Another’ leads Hollywood’s Golden Globe nominations
Non-league Macclesfield to host holders Palace in FA Cup third round
Sixth-tier club Macclesfield are drawn against holders Crystal Palace in the third round of the FA Cup.
Car linked to ‘Witness D’ murder found dumped in Alex
National police commissioner Gen Fanie Masemola says the car believed to have been used in the murder of Marius van der Merwe, the man who was known as “Witness D” during his testimony at the Madlanga commission, was found abandoned among shacks in Alexan
VIDEO | Car linked to ‘Witness D’ murder found dumped in Alex
National police commissioner Gen Fanie Masemola says the car believed to have been used in the murder of Marius van der Merwe, the man who was known as “Witness D” during his testimony at the Madlanga commission, was found abandoned among shacks in Alexan
WEATHER: Heavy rain with strong winds and HAIL expected in SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Tuesday, 9 December 2025.
OUR CITY NEWS: Joburg opens 37 pools for festive season — here’s the full list
Dive into the festive spirit! Joburg opens 37 municipal pools for summer fun, with more on the way. Check the full list and make a splash this holiday season!
News24 | Benin: ECOWAS troops deployed after failed coup attempt
Benin’s government says it foiled a coup attempt by a group of soldiers who sought to “destabilise the state”. ECOWAS has now deployed soldiers as President Patrice Talon says the situation is “totally under control”.
Decked in Santa hats and ribbons, Argentine golden retrievers chase world record
Decked in Santa hats and ribbons, Argentine golden retrievers chase world record
POLAR POLITICS: Tip of the AIS-berg? Russia’s Antarctic ‘Flying Dutchman’ ship spooks Estonia once more
Tip of the AIS-berg? Russia’s Antarctic ‘Flying Dutchman’ ship spooks Estonia once more
Ekurhuleni urges owners to claim impounded vehicles
Ekurhuleni municipality has called for the owners of the 168 vehicles and trailers it has impounded to claim their goods before they get auctioned next year.
Asylum seekers, 17, sentenced for girl’s rape
A judge has lifted reporting restrictions on naming the attackers, Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niaza.