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LIVE: Ireland vs Portugal – World Cup 2026 qualifier
Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game as Ireland host Portugal in Dublin.

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Canada moves to rebuild trade ties with India after years of tension
The Canadian trade minister, on a visit to India, says Ottawa wants to attract more investment from New Delhi.

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Journalist Sami Hamdi arrives in London after 2 weeks in ICE detention
British Muslim journalist and political commentator Sami Hamdi has arrived in London after being held by ICE.

South Africa
Lekompo musician’s case postponed, remains in custody
Shebe Maburna’s case postponed to next week Friday at Polokwane Magistrate’s Court.

South Africa
ITWeb AI Summit 2026 to focus on building South Africa’s AI ecosystem
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries at unprecedented speed, South African businesses are under growing pressure to clarify their AI strategies, measure real impact and prepare for the next wave of innovation. The ITWeb AI Summit 2026 aims to help organizations navigate this shifting landscape with practical guidance, expert insights and case studies tailored to South […]

South Africa
Free State woman arrested after her 5-year-old nephew’s body found
A 29-year-old woman has been arrested for kidnapping and murder.

South Africa
Sage Launches Cloud-Based Next-Gen Sage X3 Built for AI-Driven ERP Future
Sage has introduced the next generation of Sage X3 at its Sage Future for Partners conference, unveiling a fully managed cloud version of the ERP platform designed to support continuous upgrades, deeper customization and AI-powered capabilities. Delivered directly by Sage as a cloud service, the new Sage X3 targets mid-sized organizations with complex requirements. The […]
World
News24 | Starlink, utilised by Myanmar scam centres, sees usage fall nationwide
Elon Musk’s Starlink, whose internet services have been utilised by Myanmar scam centres, has seen its use across the country plummet since the end of September, according to estimates from regional internet registry Apnic.
World
News24 | US government opens back up but deep political divisions remain
The US government is set to return to life on Thursday after the longest shutdown in US history, which snarled air traffic, cut food assistance to low-income Americans, and forced more than 1 million workers to go unpaid for more than a month.

World
Israel deported Palestinian prisoners to Egypt. Some Israelis question the practice
Israel deported more than 150 freed Palestinian prisoners last month. Some experts in Israel warn it could have long-term consequences for Israeli security.

World
Iranian president warns the capital may have to be evacuated as drought continues
Iran is suffering its worst drought in decades, brought on by lack of rain, government mismanagement and crumbling infrastructure. The government warns it may have to evacuate its capital, Tehran.

Africa
Nigeria cancels mother-tongue teaching in primary schools and reverts to English
Exam results from areas which dropped English have declined, the education minister says, announcing the U-turn.

Africa
Over 200 Kenyans fighting for Russia in Ukraine – minister
Russian recruitment networks are targeting Kenyans with fake job offers, authorities say.

Africa
South Sudan president sacks powerful Vice-President Bol Mel
Bol Mel, who is sanctioned by the US for alleged corruption, had been tipped as Kiir’s successor.

Africa
Ramaphosa says ‘boycott politics doesn’t work’ over Trump’s decision to skip G20 summit
Trump said it was a “total disgrace” that South Africa was hosting this month’s summit.

Business
Guests ejected mid-stay from bankrupt hotel chain Sonder
Sonder guests have complained that they had to leave their accommodation as the firm files for a sudden bankruptcy.

Business
‘Failings at every level’ resulted in botched insulation scheme, MPs told
Wall insulation installed under two separate schemes was supposed to keep residents warm and dry, but instead left some homes damp and mouldy

Business
Top South African wine estate offers water tasting at R295 per person
The Fine Water Company is running the world’s first Fine Water Tasting Room at The Library at Lanzerac, charging R295 per person for a fine water tasting session.

Business
SARS is coming after these targets in South Africa hard
SARS is setting its sights squarely on the illicit economy in South Africa, which it says has grown to staggering levels.

Politics
Nciza alludes to abuse of EMPD resources to fetch his work laptop
Nciza was suspended from the City of Ekurhuleni in September 2023.
Politics
News24 | US-SA differences don’t stop the sun from rising, says Ntshavheni on G20 boycott
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says the absence of the US from the upcoming G20 Leaders Summit does not diminish the work that South Africa has put into the meeting.

Politics
MPs accuse Cedrick Nkabinde of misleading them
The committee is investigating allegations of criminal infiltration, corruption, and interference.

Politics
Commission hears how Nciza was accused of leaking Mkhwanazi’s charge
Mkhwanazi is at the centre of allegations of infiltration of criminal syndicates within the metro.

Sport
Turkish FA bans 102 players in betting probe
Turkey’s Football Federation gives bans to 102 players from its top two divisions for “betting-related activities”.

Sport
Is anything being done about poor player behaviour?
Player behaviour didn’t feature in Reinventing Football, our manifesto for the game, but it was a big focus for fans.

Sport
De Minaur bounces back from ‘dark place’ to keep ATP Finals bid alive
Alex de Minaur recovers from “a dark place” to keep his ATP Finals bid alive, while confirming Carlos Alcaraz’s place in the knockout stages in Turin.

Sport
Did Ben Youssef ’s ‘charm and success’ drive Nabi out of Kaizer Chiefs?
Under Khalil Ben Youssef and Cedric Kaze, Kaizer Chiefs have not lost a league match. Was Nasreddine Nabi blindsided?
Education
Liberia: Lseza Conducts Strategic Study Tours in Kenya and Gabon
[New Dawn] -To strengthen Liberia’s Special Economic Zones Model
Education
Uganda: Makerere Ranked Second in Sub-Saharan Africa for University-Industry Collaboration
[Nile Post] Makerere University has been ranked second in Sub-Saharan Africa and first among low-income countries for university-industry and international engagement, according to the latest global performance indicator developed by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) in partnership with Times Higher Education (THE).
Education
Gambia: Moherst Showcases Erasmus+ Prospects for Gambian Scholars
[The Point] The Ministry of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (MoHERST), in collaboration with the European Union through PRACSIS, recently organised the National Erasmus+ Information Day at its conference hall in Kanifing.
Education
South Africa: Violent School Bullying Reflects South Africa’s Broken Society
[ISS] The school bullying crisis mirrors a society where violence is normalised, and parents and teachers play an important role.

Lifestyle
Refugee latest: 50 White South Africans given green light
A group of white Afrikaner South Africans will depart for the US next week as part of the refugee resettlement programme…
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Going grey? Science says it could actually protect you from cancer
University of Tokyo scientists uncover how DNA damage links hair greying and cancer risk, and why grey hair may protect you.
Lifestyle
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Science/Tech
Stewart Rhodes Relaunched the Oath Keepers. Even Old Oath Keepers Don’t Care
Militia leader Stewart Rhodes, who was convicted for his role in the January 6 attack, is asking potential new members and supporters to send money. Former allies are unconvinced.
Science/Tech
Proton Might Recycle Abandoned Email Addresses
BrianFagioli writes: Popular privacy firm Proton is floating a plan on Reddit that should unsettle anyone who values privacy, writes Nerds.xyz. The company is considering recycling abandoned email addresses that were originally created by bots a decade ago. These addresses were never used, yet many of them are extremely common names that have silently collected misdirected emails, password...

Science/Tech
Tapzi vs Bullzilla vs MagaCoin Finance: Which Is the Best Altcoin to Buy Now After Ripple’s Blockchain Expansion?
Global finance has entered a new phase of digital transition. Following Ripple’s acquisition of crypto wallet firm Palisade, the banking sector is clearly leaning deeper into blockchain. Palisade’s wallet-as-a-service system will enhance Ripple’s institutional payments network through multi-chain compatibility, advanced MPC security, and high-frequency transaction processing. It is a...
Science/Tech
Verizon To Cut About 15,000 Jobs
Verizon is planning to cut roughly 15,000 jobs, looking to reduce costs as it contends with increased competition for wireless service and home internet, according to WSJ, which cites people familiar with the matter. From the report: The cuts, the largest ever for the carrier, are set to take place in the next week, the people said. The majority of the reduction is expected to be made through...

Motoring
Volvo EX30 Cross Country first electric car to conquer Sani Pass
Epic journey to 2 876km summit shows EVs can tackle toughest terrain in the eland.
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Motoring
Updated Haval Jolion Pro offers even better value for money
GWM gives SUV “fresh energy” by virtue of various styling and tech upgrades.

Health
A simple hack to help you switch off after work
Dr Claire Ashley shares her tip on the Woman’s Hour Guide to Life.
Health
Bird Flu Ravaged the World’s Largest Elephant Seal Population, Study Finds
After the H5N1 virus hit the remote island of South Georgia in 2023, more than 50,000 breeding females may have disappeared.

Health
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.

Health
NHS waiting list down after three months of rises
At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.