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Business

One step forward, one step back for South Africa

Today at 16:00 PM, via BusinessTech

South Africa’s equity market started 2026 on strong footing, but the war in Iran erased many of the early gains in the South African equity market.

Sport

London Marathon is ‘my Everest’ – Hampson

Today at 20:10 PM, via BBC News

More than two decades after a life-changing injury, former England Under-21 rugby star Matt Hampson is tackling his “Everest” at the 2026 London Marathon. Navigating the course in a custom racing chair while ventilator-dependent, he’s supported by a dedicated team including former horse racing jockey, Sir AP McCoy, with the aim to help other young people through The Matt Hampson Foundation.

Education

Liberia: House Endorses Bong Mining Probe Report, Passes Paynesville School System Act

Today at 18:53 PM, via AllAfrica

[FrontPageAfrica] Capitol Hill — The House of Representatives has decided on two key issues – endorsing the Joint Committee on Lands, Mines and Energy; and Natural Resources and Environment following of an investigation into complaints filed against H&K Mining Company and Huren Mining Company in Bong County Electoral District #3, and then passed into law the Paynesville School System Act of 2026.

Lifestyle

Popular Kalk Bay eatery adopts NO dogs policy

Today at 17:12 PM, via The South African

Kalk Bay eatery Olympia Café and Bakery has announced a change to its pet policy, indicating that dogs are no longer be allowed.

Science/Tech

Designer Baby Companies Are in Turmoil

Today at 19:04 PM, via Wired

Bootstrap Bio and Manhattan Genomics, which were pursuing human embryo editing to prevent serious disease, have shut down.

Motoring

Warning for South African diesel drivers

Today at 13:56 PM, via TopAuto

Recent investigations by Bidvest Protea Coin have identified more than 100 suspected illicit fuel depots in South Africa.

Health

The Rich and Powerful Want to Live Forever

Today at 11:02 AM, via New York Times

From the Kremlin to Silicon Valley, some of the most powerful people in the world now want something more: eternal life.