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News24 | Two die, one in Joburg hospital after ‘respiratory illness’ outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
An outbreak of “severe acute respiratory illness” on board a cruise ship in the Atlantic has left two people dead, with a third in intensive care in Johannesburg, the Department of Health said on Sunday.

News24 | Monday’s weather: Severe thunderstorms in Eastern Cape; isolated showers elsewhere
Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain, hail and damaging winds are forecast for the Eastern Cape, while morning fog and isolated showers are expected in most parts of the country, according to the South African Weather Service.
News24 | OPINION | F1’s Middle East expansion was built on false stability
It’s hard to imagine that Bahrain can make F1 drivers and spectators forget the Iranian missile that reportedly struck roughly 19km from its F1 track, writes Adam Minter.

WEATHER: Powerful winds, storm surge and disruptive snow expected
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Monday, 4 May 2026.

‘Wordle’: How Sunday’s puzzle broke me despite ‘honest’ cheating
Struggling with Sunday’s puzzle? Discover ‘Wordle Helper’, hints, past answers, more strategy tips, and some more good starting words.

Still turning heads: Mercedes-Benz C Class
Mercedes-Benz launched the new C-Class last week, but the current generation still turns some heads and boasts its presence
News24 | Renewed conflict ‘likely’: Trump casts doubt over US’ acceptance of new Iran peace proposal
US President Donald Trump has said that he will review a new Iranian peace proposal, but cast doubt over its prospects as he left open the possibility of future attacks on Iran.
News24 | Miami F1 brought forward three hours… which is great news for South Africans
The Miami Grand Prix will start three hours earlier than planned due to a forecast of extreme weather including potential thunderstorms

Investing for the price of a coffee
The most accessible entry point is through real estate investment trusts. Think of them as the ‘Uber of property ownership’ — you don’t need to own the car to benefit from the ride

News24 | Court dismisses latest bid to gag News24 over reporting on murdered Ekurhuleni auditor
The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has dismissed an application by Theuwedi Trading Enterprise and its sole director, Nakampe Aubrey Moliwa, to gag News24 over its reporting on the murder of Ekurhuleni senior forensic auditor Mpho Mafole.