Cultural pioneer Maria McCloy dies at 50
Maria McCloy helped define post-apartheid urban culture through fashion, media, music and an uncompromising commitment to South Africa’s creative spirit
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News24 | Nigeria airstrike kills 100 at market, Amnesty says
Amnesty International is calling for an investigation, saying the strike was the latest deadly attack to kill civilians. The military denies that civilians were harmed.
THE CONVERSATION: Is eating fruit really linked to lung cancer? Here’s what you need to know
While a recent study hints at a link between fruits and lung cancer, overwhelming evidence supports the health benefits of fruits and vegetables for overall wellness.
News24 | Putin hails test-firing of nuclear-capable ‘Satan II’ intercontinental ballistic missile
Russia has test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile, with President Vladimir Putin describing the nuclear-capable Sarmat weapon as the world’s “most powerful” missile.
State requests more time to look into Masemola’s finances and verify evidence provided by Matlala
The state said its financial investigation into suspended National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola was at an advanced stage and it needed more time to verify new evidence provided by businessperson Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala
Renewable energy transition in SA needs the embrace of both public and private ownership
Renewable energy systems not only have to be clean, they have to be shared through a private/public partnership that ensures that inequalities in our society are not deepened.
India’s Modi cuts size of his motorcade to save fuel, source says
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has “significantly” cut the size of his motorcade to save fuel, a government source said on Wednesday, days after he urged citizens to tighten their belts amid a surge in energy prices triggered by the Iran war.
UK’s Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation report overshadows King’s Speech
Keir Starmer faced his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reported to be readying his resignation to try to trigger a contest to replace a British prime minister who had sought some respite to set out his government’s agenda.
Philippine Senator says arrest imminent, urges public to block ICC transfer
Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa said on Wednesday that his arrest was imminent and urged people to mobilise to prevent him from being sent to the International Criminal Court.
Orlando Pirates set to bank close to R40 million this season
Orlando Pirates are smelling the Betway Premiership trophy which comes with a whopping R20 million in prize money.
Thief flees with medieval saint’s skull taken from Czech church
An unknown thief snatched the 800-year-old skull believed to be of Saint Zdislava of Lemberk from a display box in a church in the northern Czech Republic and ran away with the relic, police said on Wednesday.
RIGHT OF REPLY: Public Procurement Act process is certainly no circus
The article by amaBhungane on the public participation process is largely a highly subjective and very personal account.
LOOKING AHEAD: Rassie’s latest training squad selections reveal present and future planning
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has included several exciting young players in a 40-man group for his second alignment camp of the season.
SPOTLIGHT: To the US and back: SA’s Prof Willem Hanekom reflects on joys of science and ‘running with opportunities’
At his Durban office, Professor Willem Hanekom tells Biénne Huisman about taking a ventilated young patient to the Sea Point Promenade, living with HIV, the need for an African research agenda and the recurring joy that has defined his career.
Protected: Why simplicity is becoming the new currency in trading
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News24 | George Claassen | Silence is a lie: News24, Daily Maverick and the textbook saga
After News24 exposed a suspicious government textbook tender, only to be accused by a rival publication of burying its own parent company’s financial stake in the same deal, News24’s public editor, George Claassen, considers whether journalism can be simultaneously compromised in its disclosure and righteous in its purpose.
G20 summit: UK backs South Africa amid Trump administration snub
British High Commissioner Anthony Phillipson says the UK will work closely with South Africa at the G20, despite the US exclusion.
TEEN WELLBEING: Mental health support networks mobilise as KZN officials finalise exam readiness
As KwaZulu-Natal education officials prepare to manage more than 25,000 candidates for the 2026 mid-year exams, the focus is on more than just security. Mental health advocates are encouraging families to prioritise ‘progress over perfection’ and open up honest conversations about the pressure behind the desk.