‘One in, one out’ sounds simple – but the deal could be complicated
Details aside, the agreement is likely to encounter legal, political and practical obstacles.
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Police officer punched in Manchester Airport brawl was ‘absolutely terrified’
Mohammed Amaaz, 20, and Muhammad Amaad, 26, deny assaulting police officers in Terminal 2.
Rubio: ‘We need to see a roadmap’ on Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US and Russia exchanged fresh ideas for Ukraine peace talks in Malaysia.
UK to return some migrants to France within weeks, Starmer says
The PM says a deal with France would prove trying to get to the UK via the Channel would be “in vain”.
UN expert Albanese rejects ‘obscene’ US sanctions for criticising Israel
UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese tells Al Jazeera the move is retaliation for ‘pursuit of justice’ in Israel’s Gaza war.
WATER OUTRAGE: Vulnerable kids suffer after Joburg Water cuts supply to Children’s Memorial Institute
Children’s welfare NGOs have launched an urgent court application to have Joburg Water restore the supply after it was disconnected on less than a day’s notice.
Masterful Root leads England grind against India
Joe Root’s superb unbeaten 99 leads England to 251-4 after day one of the third Test against India at Lord’s.
News24 | New visa scheme to boost film, tourism after SA misses R400m production deal
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber has announced that SA will implement a new STAGE and MEET visa regime, which will overhaul outdated and paper-based systems that have hurt the film and tourism industry.
’N BOER MAAK ’N PLAN: No signal, a storm and the Springboks: A Karoo weekend with heart
When a group of friends heads to a remote Karoo farm for their annual hunting trip, there’s one non-negotiable: watching the Springboks play. With no signal, muddy roads and freezing rain, the men of Britzkraal Jagvat prove that where there’s gees, there’s always a way — even if it means turning an abandoned sheep shelter into a makeshift sports bar.
Clifton’s gem: What makes Nettleton Road the most expensive street in SA
After a staggering R170 million was spent on empty plots here, Nettleton Road has become the ultimate symbol of status.
Ukrainian security official gunned down in Kyiv, drone swarms continue
A Ukrainian intelligence officer was gunned down in broad daylight in Kyiv.
NELSON MANDELA BAY: Dead robots, dirty Ubers and high hopes — getting to the rugby on time
While Gqeberha is known as the 10-minute city, this will almost certainly not hold true for Saturday’s rugby. Getting to the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on time might be tricky, to say the least.
ANALYSIS: Ramaphosa’s test of nerve — SA awaits announcement on Mkhwanazi’s explosive allegations
South Africa holds its breath as President Cyril Ramaphosa bides his time before acting on the crises in the law enforcement arena.
GLOBAL AIDS UPDATE: UNAids HIV/Aids report calls for ‘global solidarity’ in face of mass funding cuts
The UNAids Global Aids Update 2025, launched on 10 July, shows ‘remarkable achievements’ in the worldwide effort to combat HIV/Aids. However, because of the cut in USAid funding, there could be an additional six million HIV infections and an additional four million Aids-related deaths by 2029.
Jabulani opens new park in memory of anti-apartheid lawyer Bheki Mlangeni
‘Let the children play. Let the community gather. Let the legacy of Bheki Mlangeni live’
IN PICS | Farewell to Mabuza: ‘Unity in ANC will allow his spirit to rest in peace’
David Mabuza’s youngest sister complained during his memorial service on Thursday that “the public is cruel”, having posted about her brother’s death before they were even informed as a family.
Ukrainian intelligence officer shot dead in Kyiv
The senior agent was shot in a car park in broad daylight on Thursday morning, CCTV shows.
Healy claims first Tour win as Van der Poel regains lead
Ireland’s Ben Healy produces a stunning solo break to win stage six of the Tour de France while Mathieu van der Poel regains the race leader’s yellow jersey.
Judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship order in class-action lawsuit
The injunction would bar Trump from denying citizenship to US-born babies based on their parents’ immigration status.
US sanctions UN expert Francesca Albanese over Israel criticism
The Trump administration has sanctioned UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese over her reports on the war in Gaza