ECD centres serve as safe spaces for children
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Downs seek victory over Sekhukhune to consolidate top spot
Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena has urged his teammates to match Sekhukhune United’s hunger to win when the two teams meet in a Betway Premiership match at Peter Mokaba Stadium tonight (7.30pm).
Chiefs brace for 11 games in 40 days
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has outlined plans to cope with the team’s congested fixture programme, revealing that squad rotation will be a norm as they’ll play 11 games in 40 days, starting against Marumo Gallants in the Betway Premiership
Immigration chief departing Minneapolis as Trump sends border tsar Tom Homan to scene
The decision may indicate that the administration is walking back more aggressive immigration enforcement.
Serious accusations of military chiefs ignoring Cyril Ramaphosa’s orders
Chris Hattingh, DA spokesperson on Defence, has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to take decisive action linked to the flawed ‘Will for Peace’ process.
‘Mchunu tried to force me to lie to Madlanga commission’
KZN deputy police chief, another witness tell inquiry about suspended minister’s interference in a number of cases
Starmer says he won’t ‘choose between’ the US or China
Sir Keir says ignoring China “wouldn’t be sensible” as he prepares to visit the country.
Super Bowl LX prices soar with Seahawks-Patriots matchup set
The get-in price for Super Bowl LX continued to escalate in the opening 24 hours since the matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots was finalised.
Bovino removed from his role as US Border Patrol commander at large, The Atlantic reports
Jan 26 (Reuters) – Gregory Bovino has been removed from his role as the “commander at large” for the U.S. Border Patrol and will return to his former job in California, where he is expected to retire soon, the Atlantic reported on Monday, citing a Homeland Security official and two people with knowledge of the change.
Singing can overcome teenage isolation, says Grammy-winner
Jacob Collier, speaking at the launch of BBC Get Singing, says music “embeds confidence” in young people.
Travelling with a man I’d known for two days changed my life forever
Three people share how one event in their lives reshaped and how they rebuilt their identity and confidence.
Japan court orders compensation for migrants lured to North Korea
The plaintiffs said North Korea was marketed to them as “paradise on Earth”.
The Papers: ‘Burnham rebellion growing’ and ‘Clan united’
Fallout following the decision to block Andy Burnham from standing in a forthcoming by-election has continued.
Damaged homes and snowy roadways as winter storm hits US
Several people have died as sub-zero temperatures and heavy snow disrupt roads and knock out power across a number of states.
Fifty Labour MPs sign letter objecting to Burnham decision
Labour’s ruling National Executive Committee blocked the Greater Manchester mayor from standing in a by-election.
What to expect from today’s Bafta nominations
Emma Stone, Timothée Chalamet and Wunmi Mosaku are among the actors who could be nominated later.
Menopause linked to Alzheimer’s-like brain changes
Menopause is linked to a loss of grey matter in regions involved with memory and emotion, study suggests.
NI to become first in the UK to introduce graduated driving licences
The new rules will be introduced in October and are describe as the most significant reform of driver licensing for 70 years.
Who has made Troy’s Premier League team of the week?
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?
Sly Dunbar, prolific legend of reggae, dies aged 73
The drummer and producer played with everyone from Bob Marley to The Rolling Stones and Madonna.