Israeli troops push into Lebanon for yet another war with Iran’s proxy Hezbollah
The BBC sees troops and tanks massing near the border, as speculation mounts that Israel is planning a full-scale ground invasion to fight Hezbollah.
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Russia was behind parcel fires in UK and Europe, investigators say
The attacks, which involved self-igniting packages, targeted couriers in Poland, Germany and the UK in 2024.
Trump’s war with Iran… what we still don’t know
Plus, has the president persuaded Americans to back his war?
Borthwick banks on bibs to beat Italy and ease brewing crisis
Steve Borthwick has abandoned his philosophy of continuity and cohesion in the hope that selection shock therapy will cure his England side’s malaise.
News24 | Two bodies recovered after vehicle swept away in KZN floodwaters
Two bodies have been recovered in uMsinga, KwaZulu-Natal, after a vehicle carrying eight occupants was swept away while attempting to cross the Infenebude Bridge on Thursday night.
Singers praise new gospel music chart that will ‘open doors’
A new Christian and Gospel Singles Chart is launched to reflect “a vibrant sector of the UK music industry”.
South Africans Abroad: Sundowns target extends stay in Austria
Sundowns were recently reported to be keen on bringing this former PSL star back from Austria but that door is temporarily closed.
Reform’s Scottish leader denies fuelling racial tensions over Edinburgh stabbing
Malcolm Offord has faced criticism after linking the incident in Edinburgh to an “insurge” of migration.
News24 | Saturday’s weather: Thunderstorms, heavy rain, strong winds to hit Mpumalanga, Gauteng, KZN
Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain leading to flooding and damaging winds are expected in parts of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, and Gauteng, according to the South African Weather Service.
TALE OF TWO TESTIMONIES: How lawyer Sarah-Jane Trent’s tears and ex-boss O’Sullivan’s bravado created a parliamentary rollercoaster
When attorney Sarah-Jane Trent appeared in Parliament to testify before the ad hoc committee investigating allegations of infiltrated law enforcement, she cried, explaining her tears were a reaction to trauma. This, while her former boss, Paul O’Sullivan, left the hearing blowing kisses and theatrically bowing to MPs.
News24 | Rand, JSE bleed in worst week for emerging markets since 2020
Interest rate traders moved to price in a chance of a South African interest rate hike later this month as the Iran conflict pushed oil prices higher, reviving concerns about inflation.
News24 | Inside Vincent Smith’s plea deal; Motsepe crushes ANC rumours: 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.
Almost 150 injured at LFC parade before Doyle incident, report reveals
A report into traffic and crowd management at the event last May calls for tighter rules on flares.
Harry Styles gives pupils at old school 100 free tickets for show
The star made the kind gesture for his former school in the village of Holmes Chapel in Cheshire.
Kaizer Chiefs target CAF Champions League return, says Kaizer Jr
Kaizer Chiefs will have to either win the league or finish second in order to return to the CAF Champions League, but is this realistic?
Bethell’s breakout winter boosts England’s future
In completing the set of centuries across all formats despite T20 World Cup semi-final defeat by India, Jacob Bethell shows why he is integral to England’s future, writes Matthew Henry.
News24 | Oil rockets as Trump demands Iran’s surrender
Crude prices surged higher Friday as oil fields in Iraq came under attack and US Donald Trump demanded Iran’s unconditional surrender.
News24 | NSPCA charges Phalaborwa mother, son after dog dies due to prolonged neglect
The National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has laid criminal charges against a Phalaborwa man and his mother, who were allegedly responsible for the death of a dog that endured approximately 14 months of prolonged and preventable suffering.
WEATHER: Severe storms with heavy rain expected this WEEKEND
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Saturday, 7 March 2026.
South African-built Wesbank Modified Audi race car up for auction
The fire-breather thrilled spectators with its distinctive turbo wastegate whistle
Whole-life term for man who killed family in fire
Bryonie Gawith and her children died when Sharaz Ali, 40, set fire to their home in a revenge attack.