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SOWETAN | Real action needed in corruption fight
The Covid-19 pandemic between 2020 and 2021 will be remembered as one of the most painful periods in recent history.
New vocalist Mbali Makhoba hits the Freshlyground running
Mbali Makhoba, 20, is new lead vocalist for Freshlyground, taking over where Zolani Mahola— left off. After a seven-year hiatus, the group is working on new music. Makhoba and drummer Peter Cohen speak to Sowetan.
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Freshlyground introduces their new lead vocalist Mbali Makhoba
Mbali Makhoba, 20, is new lead vocalist for Freshlyground, taking over where Zolani Mahola— left off. After a seven-year hiatus, the group is working on new music. Makhoba and drummer Peter Cohen speak to Sowetan.
Eight people killed in helicopter crash in Indonesia’s West Kalimantan, authorities say
JAKARTA, April 17 (Reuters) – All eight people on board a helicopter were killed when it crashed in Indonesia’s West Kalimantan province, authorities said on Friday as search teams tried to retrieve the bodies and wreckage.
Hegseth compares ‘Trump-hating’ reporters to enemies of Jesus
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cited biblical scripture on Thursday to attack the media, comparing reporters to Jewish adversaries of Jesus Christ plotting “how to destroy him.”
Musician D4vd arrested on suspicion of murder of 14-year-old girl
April 16 (Reuters) – Los Angeles police said on Thursday they have arrested David Burke, a 21‑year‑old musician known professionally as D4vd, on suspicion of murdering 14‑year‑old Celeste Rivas, whose remains were found last year in the front trunk of a car registered to him.
Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May
WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) – The acting head of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, which has been at the heart of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, will leave the federal government at the end of May, the Trump administration said on Thursday.
News24 | FRIDAY BRIEFING | Is Cape Town too expensive for South Africans?
Cape Town’s emergence as Africa’s most expensive property market, driven by international demand and digital nomad influx, is reshaping the city’s landscape while raising critical questions about housing affordability and inclusivity for all residents.
Major refinery fire won’t lead to fuel rationing, Australian PM says
A 13-hour blaze at one of Australia’s two oil refineries could impact petrol prices and supply.
Artemis commander tells BBC about ‘powerful’ moment crater named after his late wife
Reid Wiseman’s two daughters were in Nasa’s mission control room for the naming of the “Carroll” crater in honour of the commander’s late wife.
The Papers: ‘Starmer in peril’ and ‘Gunners hero dead’
Calls for PM to resign over Mandelson vetting and ex-Arsenal goalie’s ‘train horror’ death leads the papers.
Singer D4vd arrested in connection to death of teen girl
The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer’s car last year.
South Korea’s runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search
The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.
Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sacked
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson’s vetting, Chris Mason writes.
Iranian footballers say Australia has given them ‘hope’ for safe future
The duo had sought aslyum after their football team did not sing the national anthem during a match.
Is the UK finally waking up to the power of video games?
The UK’s biggest video games awards cap off a week of big announcements, but will they change anything?
Christine Baranski says West End debut is a ‘dream come true’
The US actress will star opposite Richard E Grant in a new production of Noel Coward’s comedy Hay Fever.
‘I was tortured and lost my hand’ – one student’s struggle to get an education in Nigeria
The BBC speaks to a student who pushed for his his toe print to be taken to verify his identity.
UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times – but at what cost?
The UK is adopting a “ruthlessly pragmatic” approach to becoming closer to its European neighbours, the UK’s EU minister tells the BBC.