SA Weather Service warns of severe storms and storm surge
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No evidence Epsom rape took place as reported, say police
The reported attack had caused concern and prompted protests calling for more details from police.
‘Staggering’ I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.
Haemophilia: what everybody should know about this condition
World Haemophilia Week shines a light on a condition affecting millions globally. Here’s what you should know about living with haemophilia.
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Tshwane CFO says police sergeant Fannie Nkosi ‘like a brother but no lines crossed’
Testifying at the Madlanga Commission, suspended City of Tshwane CFO Gareth Mnisi was adamant that his personal friendship with Sergeant Fannie Nkosi never crossed professional lines.
Newsletters: I have a picture for you! 11 April-17 April 2026
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Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…The Prime Minister Speaks Out
Keir Starmer says it’s ‘staggering’ he wasn’t told Mandelson failed security vetting.
WAR ON IRAN: Iran says Hormuz Strait open after Lebanon deal, Trump expects Iran deal ‘soon’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said the Strait of Hormuz was open following the agreement of a ceasefire in Lebanon, while US President Donald Trump said he believed a deal to end the Iran war would come “soon”, although the timing remains unclear.
News24 | Saturday’s weather: Cold, wet and windy conditions in Western Cape, Northern Cape
Cold, wet and windy conditions are forecast for most parts of the Western Cape and Northern Cape, while the South African Weather Service has issued a storm surge warning for the Eastern Cape.
Nursery worker jailed over death of toddler restrained during nap time
Noah Sibanda died “alone, scared and in pain”, his mother says.
How two ceasefires and opening of Hormuz could boost Iran talks
Some kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war?
Hope Street actor Finnian Garbutt dies aged 28
The actor, known for his role in BBC police drama Hope Street, has died “peacefully at home”.
Website part-owned by Boehly offers Chelsea FA Cup tickets for £1,705
A US-based website linked to Todd Boehly is selling Chelsea tickets at inflated prices, leaving the club’s fans angry.
News24 | KZN’s Mkhwanazi takes on national role; Malema wants swift UFH probe: Today’s top 7 stories
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
Mum describes nightmare after son died during nursery naptime
Noah Sibanda died after being put down for a nap at a Dudley nursery.
‘Wordle’ strategies: Seven smarter ways to solve every puzzle
‘Wordle’ strategies improve your daily results. Learn about seven methods to solve puzzles faster and build a stronger winning streak.
Man found guilty of 2003 rape which saw an innocent man jailed for 17 years
Paul Quinn, 52, is found guilty of the rape for which Andrew Malkinson was jailed for 17 years.
SA’s rhinos are ‘more valuable alive than dead’
Government unveils new plan to strengthen rhino coordination and confront poaching
Conservative US town grapples with potential ICE detention centre
The BBC spoke to residents in Social Circle, Georgia, where the Department of Homeland Security plans to transform an empty warehouse into a 10,000 bed detention centre.