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Russian strikes kill nine in Ukraine and damage historic cathedral, officials say
A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people and wounded three others.

Bafana will make it out of group stages, vows Nkota
Injured midfielder in touch with national team mates as they seek win over Czechia

News24 | US-Iran peace deal announced with ‘permanent’ end to military action
The United States and Iran agreed to a peace deal and an “immediate and permanent” end to military operations on all fronts including Lebanon, signaling the apparent end to more than three months of war in Middle East.

‘Hard to read’ Bellingham criticism – Henderson
England’s Jordan Henderson says he finds it “hard to read” what is written about Jude Bellingham but believes the midfielder can be the team’s “X-factor” at the World Cup.

Arrest made after seizure of Russian oil tanker in Channel
National Crime Agency officers detain an Indian national on suspicion of sanctions offences.

The youth guide to growing your money
When it comes to money, many young people believe they need a high-paying job, a promotion, or a large lump sum before they can start investing.

Record-breaker Steyn sets plans for triumph in 100th race
In the wake of her impressive win yesterday, SA’s queen of ultra-distance running Gerda Steyn is already thinking about running the 100th edition of the Comrades Marathon next year.

Knapp has found the missing part in trainer Durandt – Luis
Roarke “Razor” Knapp should generate buzz and heighten fan expectations after joining new trainer Damien Durandt by teasing new technical adjustments, promising a revitalised fighting style, and projecting renewed confidence.

New MMC post for recalled ANC mayor
Emfuleni’s new mayor, Hassan Mako, said he retained his former boss, Sipho Radebe, as MMC of health and social development because he knows they will need his expertise.
Britain expected to set out under 16s social media restrictions
LONDON, June 14 (Reuters) – Britain is expected to set out restrictions on social media for children under 16 on Monday that could include banning popular platforms and features that are deemed too addictive for the wellbeing of young people online.
US, Iran reach preliminary agreement to end war, signing set for Friday
DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 15 (Reuters) – U.S. and Iranian officials said they had agreed on a framework to end their war, halt the U.S. blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a preliminary pact that sent oil prices falling but leaves the fate of Iran’s nuclear program to further negotiations.
NOT ALL AS IT SEEMS: Foreigners first, NGOs next: The buried demand inside a viral constitutional campaign
South Africans for Constitutional Reform has presented itself as a campaign to put citizens ahead of foreigners — but one of its most significant aims may be a little-noticed demand for state oversight of NGOs.
News24 | REPORTING NOTES | AfriForum financials and Thebe Stockbroking
News24 assistant editor Pieter du Toit sits down with investigative journalist Kyle Cowan to talk about his latest story – AfriForum’s investment with the ANC-linked Thebe Stockbroking.

Amad scores late winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo scored a superb 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast beat Ecuador in Philadelphia.

The Papers: ‘Australia plus’ social media ban and ‘Russian incursion’
A number of the papers preview the announcement of a ban on social media for under-16s on Monday.

Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.

Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some
A warmer week is ahead, though rain remains in the forecast for some.

Jurors, lawyers and social workers face ‘resilience test’ in inaccessible courts
Access issues faced by wheelchair users in courts include broken lifts, “unsafe” ramps and unsuitable toilets.

Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps
Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests.

Mark Carney visits ancestral village in Mayo
Mark Carney will meet his cousins on Sunday in Aughagower – the village his grandparents, Robert and Nora Moran, left when they emigrated to Canada in 1925.