‘I held down Golders Green suspect’ says volunteer who grabbed ankle
“If eyes could kill, I’d be dead,” he tells the BBC when recounting the moment he saw the suspect.
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Trump to lift some whisky tariffs after King’s visit
The US president said he would lift restrictions on Scotland’s ability to work with the state of Kentucky on whisky and bourbon.
‘Globalise the intifada’ chant is racist, says Starmer
The prime minister said the use of the chant on marches had left Jews feeling scared and intimidated.
WW2 bomb to be blown up as 1,200 homes evacuated
Teams are working through the night to limit most of the damage to the surrounding area.
Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism
Sir Mark Rowley says he is “disappointed” that Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post condemning how police subdued the suspect.
What now for Rahm, DeChambeau and LIV’s biggest names?
Star names including Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau face an uncertain future on the LIV tour, writes Iain Carter.
Standard Bank Joy of Jazz reveals 2026 line-up as festival leans into legacy
From Angélique Kidjo to Thandiswa Mazwai, this year’s Joy of Jazz programme connects legacy acts with emerging voices across four curated stages
WEATHER: Heavy downpours and strong winds expected in SA
Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Friday, 1 May 2026.
News24 | Here’s the thing: I caught feelings for my best friend’s ‘situationship’ – do I tell her?
This week on Here’s the Thing, a woman shares her dilemma: she’s developed feelings for her friend’s “situationship.”
News24 | Royal roast: King Charles’ wit lights up Washington, from tea jabs to football feuds
From the Boston Tea Party to “speaking French” comebacks and football versus soccer jabs—here are King Charles’ best quips from his high-stakes US visit.
Soldiers ‘overreacted’ when they shot five people dead in Belfast, judge says
On 9 July 1972 three Catholic teenagers, a father-of-six and a priest were shot dead in the Springhill estate, west Belfast.
News24 | Why Ghana walked away from a US health deal
Talks between Ghana and the US over a bilateral healthcare deal have stalled, after Accra voiced concerns regarding sensitive data sharing. Several African countries have pushed back on the deals, while some have signed.
JOBURG GIG GUIDE: Workers’ Day weekend gig guide: top events in Joburg
From markets and exhibitions to live music and late-night dance floors, Joburg’s long weekend is doing the most. Ease into it with daytime browsing at KAMERS/Makers or First Sundays, dip into art and emerging voices, then move into a packed lineup of performances.
Misa celebrates Jetour’s announcement to produce vehicles locally from 2027
At Auto China 2026, the president of Jetour International, Ke Chuandeng, announced that from 2027, Jetour would be producing some of its models locally in South Africa
It’s a miracle I survived, Golders Green victim tells BBC
Shloime Rand says he is thankful he survived after being stabbed during the attack in north London on Wednesday.
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest, military says
The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since she was ousted in a military coup in 2021.
Teens who lured man to beach to kill him sentenced to between five and seven years’ custody
Alexander Cashford was attacked on a Kent beach by three teenagers who thought he was a paedophile.
Ramaphosa sets local elections for 4 November
Local government elections will fall on a Wednesday, 4 November, which will be a public holiday to encourage voter participation
KZN bus operator claims R6m-a-month contract was reassigned without a tender process
Mduduzi Sithole, 47, the owner of Zululand Bus Service, alleges a R6m-a-month transport contract was awarded without a tender after he refused to pay bribes to officials
Ex-Spandau Ballet star Ross Davidson jailed for rape
The former musical theatre star was found guilty of a series of rapes and sexual assaults against six women.
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: Is this Jozi’s monument to poor service delivery?
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.