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Stop wasting the world’s time, Ukraine tells Putin after US talks in Moscow
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke after high-stakes talks on ending the war failed to produce tangible results.

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Is Russia Really Ready For War With Europe?
And is the UK really ready to get closer to the EU?

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Nancy takes Celtic job and vows ‘exciting football’
Celtic have confirmed the appointment of Wilfried Nancy as their new manager on a two-and-a-half year contract.

South Africa
Gauteng activist honoured for sheltering GBV survivors in her home
Gender-based Violence (GBV) activist Cynthia Dinalane received a South African Heroes Award.

South Africa
Cape Winelands firefighters dousing Witzenberg blaze
Hot weather hampering efforts to put out the fire Witzenberg side of the Matroosberg mountains.

South Africa
Two fatally shot near Athlone Magistrate’s Court in Cape Town
Police say a 32-year-old man was fatally wounded while sitting in a car outside the court.

South Africa
IPHC congregants outside court in support of leader Sandlana
Hundreds of IPHC congregants have gathered outside court to support their leader, Michael Sandlana

World
Did the Trump administration commit a war crime in its attack on a Venezuelan boat?
Washington Post reporter Alex Horton talks about the Sept. 2 U.S. military strike on a boat with alleged “narco terrorists,” in which a second strike was ordered to kill two survivors in the water.

World
Trump says he is pardoning Democratic congressman in bribery case
Trump says he will issue a “full and unconditional” pardon of the Texas representative and his wife.

World
Israel receives coffin that Palestinian groups say contains Gaza hostage’s body
The remains, which Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad say were found in northern Gaza, will be taken to Tel Aviv for forensic tests.

World
Greetings from Ukraine, where churchgoers seek respite ahead of another winter at war
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

Africa
Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of sexual abuse and environmental destruction
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Africa
Zambian-American influencer sentenced to 18 months for hate speech
Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

Africa
Nigeria’s defence minister resigns amid kidnapping crisis
His departure on health grounds coincides with a spate of mass abductions across the West African state.

Africa
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau presidential candidate after coup
Nigeria says it is sheltering Fernando Dias in its embassy in Bissau, citing an imminent threat to his life.

Business
Gift vouchers approved for baby milk purchases
The government claims that parents who cannot or chose not to breastfeed could save £500 a year.
Business
Business

Business
Heating tips to keep your home warm when budgets are squeezed
As temperatures fall across much of the UK, how should you heat your home and keep yourself safe?

Politics
Tshwane ANC denounces DA’s fraud case against Deputy Mayor Modise
DA opened a fraud case against Tshwane’s Deputy Mayor and MMC for Finance Eugene Modise.

Politics
Mkhwanazi quizzed on use of CAT VIP at 2022 SOCA address
Julius Mkhwanazi and Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s relationship under the spotlight at the Commission.

Politics
ActionSA says DA’s case against Tshwane’s Deputy Mayor attempt to deflect from own failures
ActionSA has dismissed the DA’s case against Modise as an attempt to deflect from it failures

Politics
GBVF takes centre stage at Parly’s Peace and Security Cluster session
MPs insist more must be done to speed up justice in GBV cases.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs’ winless run extends to three matches
Kaizer Chiefs and Chippa United have shared the spoils after a goalless draw in a Betway Premiership battle at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.

Sport
Virat Kohli ton in vain as South Africa level ODI series
Virat Kohli’s second successive century went in vain as South Africa chased down 359 for a series-levelling win over India on Wednesday.

Sport
Reaction to Rugby World Cup 2027 draw: Who said what
The Rugby World Cup 2027 draw was held on Wednesday in Sydney with the hosts Australia drawn in the same pool as arch-rivals New Zealand.

Sport
Paqueta warned but avoids extended ban for dissent
West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta is warned but avoids an additional ban from the FA for his reaction to being sent off against Liverpool.
Education
Ghana: Pojoba ’80 Hands Over Gh¢450,000 Conference Hall to Alma Mater
[Ghanaian Times] The 1980 year group of Pope John Senior High School and Minor Seminary (Pojoba ’80) has handed over a newly constructed ultra-modern conference hall with a state-of-the-art washroom to the school as part of activities marking 50 years since they entered the institution and completing 45 years ago.
Education
Ghana: Private Universities Key to National Development
[Ghanaian Times] The President of All Nations University (ANU), Professor Samuel Herbert Donkor, has highlighted the critical role of private universities in complementing public institutions to drive national development. Speaking at ANU’s 34th graduation ceremony in Koforidua, he emphasised that private universities should not be viewed as profit-making ventures but as mission-oriented...
Education
Ghana: A Sigh of Relief to Unemployed Teachers
[Ghanaian Times] The government’s announcement to recruit 6,100 trained teachers in 2026 has brought a sigh of relief to many unemployed educators who have long sought absorption into the classroom.

Education
The Guardian view on a four-day week for teachers: a clever way to end the staffing crisis
England’s teacher shortage is fuelled by burnout and unpaid overtime. New working patterns would help without compromising results
Can you guess which professionals in England work 26 hours of overtime a week without compensation, give up time with friends and family to deal with the workload and often find themselves on call in the holidays? Not CEOs, bankers or even doctors, but teachers. No...

Lifestyle
Spotlight on Miss Soweto 2025 Lungile Siyaphi
22-year-old Lungile Siyaphi, a Wits University construction studies student and the 46th title holder for Miss Soweto, having taken her crown on Saturday.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle

Entertainment
Sundowns fight back to earn draw at Siwelele
The result means Masandawana will end the year in second place on 26 points, two behind leaders Orlando Pirates.

Entertainment
Chiefs fluff their lines in Chippa stalemate
Amakhosi can’t take their chances in a 0-0 draw.

Entertainment
EMPD’s Julius Mkhwanazi admits copper theft scene visit, defends promotion amid blue lights saga
Mkhwanazi claims he drove to the scene, but only spent ‘two or three minutes’ there.

Entertainment
Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results: Wednesday, 3 December 2025
A total of R600 000 in jackpots is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto and Daily Lotto Plus results for 3 December 2025.
Science/Tech
YouTube Releases Its First-Ever Recap of Videos You’ve Watched
YouTube has launched its first-ever “Recap” for videos watched on the main platform, giving users personalized cards that showcase their top channels, interests, and a personality type based on their watch habits. The feature rolls out across North America today and globally this week. TechCrunch reports: Users can find their Recap directly on the YouTube homepage or under the “You” tab. Recaps...

Science/Tech
An AI Dark Horse Is Rewriting the Rules of Game Design
The Chinese video game giant Tencent is now building some of the world’s best 3D AI models. This could have implications far outside game design.
Science/Tech
India Pulls Its Preinstalled iPhone App Demand
India has withdrawn its order requiring Apple and other smartphone makers to preinstall the government’s Sanchar Saathi app after public backlash and privacy concerns. AppleInsider reports: On November 28, the India Ministry of Communication issued a secret directive to Apple and other smartphone manufacturers, requiring the preinstallation of a government-backed app. Less than a week later,...

Science/Tech
XRP Focus: Digital Asset Infrastructure Analysis Following XRP ETF Market Dynamics
In the digital finance sector, the listing of an XRP-linked Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) has resulted in increased trading volume and heightened market interest in the asset. This development has prompted market analysts to re-examine the intrinsic value proposition of the XRP ecosystem. The activity echoes previous shifts following the launch of Bitcoin ETFs, leading […]

Motoring
The new Toyota Hilux is years behind the competition
Toyota’s first electric Hilux is going to be a tough sell.

Motoring
South Africa “almost there” in move to 8-year driving licences
The Department of Transport’s acting director general has given an update on the possibility of increasing South Africa’s driving licence validity period.
Motoring
Motoring

Health
Warning over cosmetic face fillers as scans reveal new details of risks
Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.
Health
What Is ‘Masking,’ and Is It Harmful?
“Masking” is part of life, especially for those with autism or A.D.H.D. But hiding your true self comes with a cost.

Health
Mother wants change so child ‘didn’t die for nothing’
Sam Tucker says “opportunities were missed” when her daughter Holly, 6, was diagnosed with a tumour.
Health
Vaccine Committee May Make Significant Changes to Childhood Schedule
Comments by President Trump, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and some panelists suggest the committee is likely to delay hepatitis B shots and discuss revising the use of other vaccines.