News24 | FESTIVE READING | The dark history of forensic autopsies: John Grisham on startling case in Framed
The bestselling author and the founder of a group helping innocent people convicted of crimes look into miscarriages of justice.
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How has the UNSC voted since the beginning of Israel’s war on Gaza?
The US vetoed a Gaza ceasefire draft resolution; here are all the other Gaza resolutions the Security Council voted on.
‘I can substitute you immediately’: Sundowns coach Mngqithi is against showboating
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Manqoba Mngqithi has come out to speak strongly against the popular South African football phenomenon of showboating, saying he will substitute a player if he indulges in the theatrics unnecessarily.
Why Jaguar’s brave new leap has cynics sneering
Pulling off a successful rebirth — especially if you are in the business of manufacturing and peddling cars — is no easy feat.
Bayer recalls Yaz Plus birth control pills after mix-up
Pharmaceutical company Bayer is recalling Yaz Plus birth control pills after it was discovered some of them are defective and will not prevent pregnancy.
PHOTO ESSAY: Lone shedding — southern elephant seal picks Camps Bay Beach for her long moult
Camps Bay beach has a rare guest – a female southern elephant seal who has hauled out onto the sand to moult. In this process, which takes about a month, the seal sheds and replaces its outer layer of fur and skin. During this time the seal remains on land, conserving energy as she undergoes this essential, energy-intensive process.
Reception manager plays midwife and delivers baby in hospital lift
A hospital reception manager became an unlikely hero a week ago when she helped deliver a baby in a lift at Melomed Tokai Hospital in Cape Town.
News24 | Three suspected hijackers killed in shootout with KZN police
Three suspected hijackers were killed in a shootout with KwaZulu-Natal police in Mariannhill on Wednesday.
Gauteng water crisis and construction mafia are big worries for business
With SA’s energy woes having subsided, the water crunch facing Gauteng has been making more headlines
Municipal workers lodge complaints about two-pot payment delays
‘It looks like the fund has eaten our money because they are taking forever to pay us,’ says Emfuleni municipality employee.
Russell says F1 drivers ‘a bit fed up’ with FIA leadership
Formula One drivers were surprised by the sudden departure of race director Niels Wittich and are “a bit fed up” with the leadership of the governing FIA, Mercedes’ George Russell said on Wednesday.
Google must sell Chrome to end search monopoly, US prosecutors argue
US Department of Justice says Google has ‘deprived rivals’ of opportunities to expand their search engine market share.
Excluding faith: US deny imprisoned Dr Aafia Siddiqui visits from an imam
Why does the US Bureau of Prisons not allow the “most oppressed Muslim woman in the world” to receive religious solace?
Joe Biden turns 82 years old, a first for a sitting US president
US President Joe Biden turned 82 years old on Wednesday, an age milestone never before reached by a sitting commander in chief.
OLD RIVALS: Rassie primes Boks for crucial Wales battle after burying hatchet with beleaguered Gatland
After a spiteful 2021 British and Irish Lions series during the Covid-19 pandemic, Bok coach Rassie Erasmus has taken a more conciliatory tone.
Australia proposes $32m fine for social media firms flouting under-16s ban
Under bill, platforms like Instagram and X would be given one year to find ways of restricting access to minors.
Bayer issues urgent recall of ‘defective’ contraceptive pills
Pharmaceutical company Bayer has issued an urgent recall of a batch of its contraceptive pills due to defective packs.
Thrifting 101: top shopping guide for Joburg fashionistas
From forgotten coats to vintage dungarees, these four Johannesburg-based thrift shops prove you don’t need to splurge to look stylish.
News24 | Drive-outs, not buy-outs: Ninety One sees competition driving consolidation despite R5bn Sanlam deal
Ninety One founder and CEO Hendrik du Toit described mergers and acquisitions in the asset management industry as “a very dangerous activity particularly when you mix cultures.” He believes consolidation in the sector will come from competition.
Mark your calendars — body care brand Sol de Janeiro is launching in SA
These are the products we can’t wait to get our hands on