How brands banned from the World Cup became the story
When we try to suppress something, we often make it more visible – and Fifa is living that in real time with its sponsors.
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COP CRISIS: Ad hoc committee calls for better coordination between law enforcement agencies
Parliament’s ad hoc committee on allegations that law enforcement agencies have been infiltrated by organised crime networks is drawing to a conclusion. On Wednesday, committee members raised concerns over divisions between different criminal justice agencies, which have been in sharp focus this week.
Matlala’s plea deal will see more senior officials implicated, court hears
The contents of Vusi “Cat” Matlala‘s affidavit implicates more high-ranking officials, a state prosecutor told the Pretoria commercial crimes court on Thursday.
Thousands feared dead after two major earthquakes strike Venezuela
Thousands of Venezuelans were feared dead on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes wreaked havoc in and around the capital Caracas, trapping people beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings and setting off powerful aftershocks.
Trump describes Andy Burnham as ‘extremely liberal’
The US president gives his first public reaction to the man widely expected to be next UK prime minister.
Cricket-New Zealand win toss and opt to bat against England
Returning England captain Ben Stokes lost the toss against New Zealand ahead of the third test in Nottingham on Thursday and Tom Latham has chosen to bat.
Hungary rights groups criticise legislation to oust president
Two Hungarian rights groups have criticised a draft constitutional amendment by Prime Minister Peter Magyar’s government that proposes the removal of President Tamas Sulyok and the introduction of a term limit for members of parliament.
IBM hails new ‘block of flats’ design breakthrough for ultra tiny chips
IBM says it has created the world’s first known chip tech below 1 nanometre – but it will be some time before it’s ready for production.
Broos hails meticulous planning, as Bafana used skill and pace to beat South Korea
Steering SA to first World Cup knockout stage up with Belgian’s best coaching career highlights
Why a plea deal was reached with Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala
The agreement with Matlala about the multi-million tender to provide health and wellness services within the SAPS is a necessary “sacrifice” to net much larger targets, the Pretoria commercial crimes court heard on Thursday.
Kenyans march to mark anniversary of deadly 2024 anti-government protests
Kenyans took to the streets on Thursday under heavy security in memory of protesters killed two years ago when massive anti-government demonstrations erupted in Nairobi.
Madlanga commission gives Suliman Carrim last chance to testify or face prosecution
North West businessman Suliman Carrim missed his scheduled appearance before the commission on Thursday after being admitted to a medical facility due to a sudden illness.
Samsung brings Flagship Innovation to More People with the New Galaxy A57 and A37
What makes the Galaxy A57 and A37 significant isn’t just the features, but what they represent: Samsung narrowing the gap between flagship and mid-range, bringing AI-powered mobile technology to more users regardless of budget.
Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave
This weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1’s governing body the FIA.