Strangled, beaten and enslaved by my in-laws
“Sara” was told if she left the house, she would be attacked and raped by British people.
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Newcastle penalty ‘absolute VAR mistake’ – Frank
Thomas Frank says awarding Newcastle a penalty after a holding incident between Dan Burn and Rodrigo Bentancur was an “absolute mistake” by VAR.
Chaos at the Cottage – do Man City have defensive issues?
Manchester City just about hold on as Fulham fight back from 5-1 down to 5-4 – no wonder Pep Guardiola is concerned by his team’s leaky defence.
Cyclone catastrophe in Sri Lanka awakens volunteer spirit
Fishing boats deliver relief supplies to flooded suburbs as community kitchens churn out food aid.
‘As if she won Champions League’ – Kendall’s special night for England
Lucia Kendall’s night could not have felt more special and England boss Sarina Wiegman said her goal celebration was “like winning the Champions League”.
Catherine sends Christmas message of love in ‘uncertain times’
The Princess of Wales hails the importance of “time, care and compassion” given to others, ahead of her carol concert.
Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10
Some believe China’s mega-embassy could be a hub for espionage in the heart of London.
Serena Williams says no comeback, despite filing paperwork
Serena Williams files the necessary paperwork for a return to tennis – but then denies she is returning to the sport.
GUEST ESSAY: Walking through Braamfontein — a civic experiment in Johannesburg’s heart
In the heart of Johannesburg, Braamfontein transforms into a vibrant civic stage where music, art, and community collide, challenging hostile architecture and inviting a sense of belonging. Join the procession as urban spaces shift from exclusion to celebration, revealing the complex interplay betwe
National Guard shooting suspect charged with murder
According to a criminal complaint, Rahmanullah Lakanwal shouted “Allahu Akbar” as he fired and was reloading when a Guard member shot him.
Haaland joins Premier League 100 club – who else is in it?
Our Ask Me Anything team looks at who is in the Premier League’s ‘100 club’ of goalscorers.
Postponement of MPAC meeting risks R546-million equitable share transfer for Nelson Mandela Bay
Postponement of MPAC meeting risks R546-million equitable share transfer for Nelson Mandela Bay
MADLANGA COMMISSION: Senzo Mchunu defends decision to disband National Political Killings Task Team as ‘inevitable’
Senzo Mchunu defends decision to disband National Political Killings Task Team as ‘inevitable’
The Jury’s (Kind Of) Out
Jury trials scrapped for crimes with sentences of less than three years.
EDUCATION OP-ED: We must prioritise early childhood development to address South Africa’s inequality emergency
We must prioritise early childhood development to address South Africa’s inequality emergency
IN THE DOCK: The arrest and charging of Zuma’s ‘superspy’ Thulani Dlomo is a major State Capture breakthrough
The arrest and charging of Zuma’s ‘superspy’ Thulani Dlomo is a major State Capture breakthrough
Army fixing 6,000 support trucks grounded over safety issues
Defence Minister Luke Pollard tells MPs fixing safety issues when they are reported is standard practice.
SUMMERSTRAND UPLIFTMENT: Gqeberha’s Barney’s Tavern gives back — proving good pubs make better neighbours
Gqeberha’s Barney’s Tavern gives back — proving good pubs make better neighbours
POLITICAL VIOLENCE OP-ED: The hidden war on women in politics across SA and the rest of Africa
Women in politics across Africa face a hidden war of escalating violence and intimidation, threatening their hard-won representation and silencing their voices. Explore the alarming rise of gendered electoral violence and its implications for democracy.
Putin warns Europe: if you want war, then Russia will defeat you
Putin warns Europe: if you want war, then Russia will defeat you
Trans girls can no longer join Girlguiding, organisation says
Girlguiding says the move is in response to the Supreme Court ruling that said sex meant biological sex in equality law.