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Iceland joins Spain, Ireland, Slovenia and the Netherlands in saying it will boycott the 2026 contest.

King Charles attends an Advent service in Westminster Abbey, with a strong influence of Orthodox music.

Quarterback Philip Rivers has come out of retirement to rejoin the Indianapolis Colts, five years after the 44-year-old grandfather last played in the NFL.

The new amusement park will be built on the old Durban FunWorld site.

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai says no company, including Google, would be immune if the artificial intelligence market were to suffer a valuation correction. In an exclusive interview with BBC News at Google’s California headquarters, Pichai said the rapid surge in AI investment is “an extraordinary moment,” but he acknowledged “irrationality” in parts of the market. […]

Bill Gates has cautioned that some of the world’s most highly valued artificial intelligence companies are unlikely to sustain their current worth, even as the technology reshapes major industries. Speaking at Abu Dhabi Finance Week, Gates said the AI sector is “hyper competitive,” and many companies with elevated valuations will not emerge as winners. “AI […]

McDonald’s has removed a Christmas advertisement generated with artificial intelligence after receiving criticism online. The 45-second ad was published on Dec. 6 on the McDonald’s Netherlands YouTube channel and featured generative AI clips. Viewers on social media denounced the video, with one commenter calling it “the most god-awful ad I’ve seen this year.” On Dec. […]

The judge has ordered control of the the troops, which were deployed in June, to be returned to California’s governor.

The US Treasury said the network of four entities and four individuals is primarily Colombian.

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

Machado — who has been in hiding for nearly a year — was still expected in Oslo later in the day.

Brumelda Zuma will represent the party led by her father in parliament after her half-sister resigned.

Schools and shops remain closed in Uvira amid fears that rebels have seized some administrative buildings.

Plotters misjudged the national mood and Benin’s neighbours learnt from past errors, says analyst Paul Melly.

Nigeria denies the violation saying the aircraft made an emergency landing due to a technical issue.

The “healthier” fast food chain confirmed there would be job losses, as it appointed administrators.

A South African contruction gaint has been appointed as the contractor responsible for the new R8 billion Cape Winelands Airport.

On Monday, Mbalula presented the organisational report.

The leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal is on its way out.

Mbalula has dismissed rumours suggesting that he intends to run for the deputy president post.

Marius van der Merwe, known as Witness D, was assassinated on Friday outside of his home.

Orlando Pirates FC can finally announce a new signing who the club believes can be Deon Hotto’s replacement.

Philip Rivers signs for the Indianapolis Colts and will be on the practice squad after starting quarterback Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending injury.

A furious Hugo Broos has slammed both Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Orlando Pirates after the defender arrived late.

The NFL will return to Munich to play regular-season games during the 2026 and 2028 seasons.

They face long hours, mediocre pay and, at worst, no job, but their optimism is astonishing – let’s support them better

Prof Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

When I mentioned to colleagues in the NHS that I was helping with admissions interviews for medical students, several responded with the same wry smile and weary shrug: “Do they know what...

Jermaine Dupris was in Johannesburg with his group DVSN, which performed to a full and excited crowd.

Homeowners in eThekwini Municipality should prepare for an important update coming in early 2026. Here’s what to expect…

Through the lens: The Citizen’s Picture Editors select the best news photographs from South Africa and around the world.

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has opened up about the eye gouge incident that resulted in his getting a red card and lengthy ban.

Try the recipe of the day for a vibrant grilled tone fruit and halloumi salad paired perfectly with chilled wine.

Chef Keegan Maistry passion for food began in KwaZulu-Natal, where he grew up cooking with his mother.

Volvo Car South Africa continues to strengthen its position as a leader in South Africa’s electrified vehicle landscape, with the brand’s plug-in hybrid models ranking first and second among the country’s best-selling used PHEVs (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle). New market data from AutoTrader South Africa reveals a compelling trend: demand for Volvo’s electrified vehicles remains...

MTN South Africa will increase prices for its consumer contract customers with effect from February 2026 but is promising more value.

A contracting partner has been appointed for the technical development and construction of the new Cape Winelands Airport.

The BYD Sealion 5 is the first plug-in hybrid SUV in South Africa to cost less than R500,000.

The fitness coach explains how it helps and how you can meet your protein needs.

GP Dr Oscar Duke explains the different symptoms you might experience.