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Neymar apologises to his Santos team-mate Robinho Jr for slapping the teenager during a training session on Sunday, saying he “crossed the line”.

Or has the US president lost control?

USAF says a longer term plan needs to be implemented to ensure sustainability of the scheme.

Residents in Thembisa are calling for closure of some spaza shops.

The rain is expected to continue throughout the night.

Mandlenkosi “Shoes” Zondo has maintained that police forced him to sign a statement.

As a water taxi rounded a corner at sunset, the village of Torosiaje came into view, with its colorful stilted houses perched over the Molucca Sea.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be provided after President Trump said he was pausing a U.S. military-guided effort to let merchant vessels through.

Democrats outpace Republicans in voter enthusiasm for the midterm elections, according to NPR’s latest poll. And Trump says “Project Freedom” is paused because of progress toward an Iran agreement.

Wang Yi is holding talks with Iran’s foreign minister Aragchi who is on his first trip to China since the war began.

The baby hippo, which has been named Bumpy, was found clinging to its lifeless mother at a lake.

DNA tests are underway to confirm whether remains found inside the crocodile match that of a missing man.

Sudan’s foreign minister says Ethiopia and UAE has chosen the “wrong path” and would regret it.

Former Defence Minister Sadio Camara was killed in a massive offensive by combined jihadist and separatist forces.

Ken Griffin said Mamdani’s video, filmed outside his apartment, raised safety concerns.

A Cookie Company bought for only R1 in 2013, has secured a R1.4 million deal with major British companies.

Tax experts have warned that taxpayers are required by law to submit their tax returns, and failing to do so is a criminal offence.

The City of Johannesburg has been put on notice by the National Treasury, which is threatening to cut off funding to the metro over its financial governance failures.

Macpherson outlined some of the challenges he faces in this portfolio.

Tolashe is alleged to have registered the donated vehicles under her children’s names.

The councillor’s body was found with a bullet wound at her home at Tshatshu Village on Tuesday.

Magwenya says the spate of protests against illegal foreigners was discussed.

The FC Andorra owner became involved in an argument after his side’s 1-0 defeat by Albacete in the second division.

Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke return after injuries to bolster a strong New Zealand pace attack for next month’s Test series in England and one-off Test against Ireland.

South Africa will come to a standstill on Wednesday evening during the Betway Premiership showdown between Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs.

Sheffield Wednesday fans thought their team would start next season on -15 points. Now they know they will start on zero – and here’s why.

Robben Island Museum is now hiring for key roles after announcing its plan to introduce tourist accommodation on the heritage site.

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Scientists suggest algae could be embedded within biosensors that glow when toxins detected in the environment

The captivating blue glow emitted by a sea-dwelling species of algae has been harnessed by scientists in the US to make light-emitting structures.

Pyrocystis lunula is a bioluminescent single-celled organism that sometimes produces brief flashes of blue light. Large clumps of the algae...

New research suggests that reliance on AI assistants can have a negative impact on people’s ability to think and problem solve.

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South Africa’s richest man has an impressive car collection.

The small industrial hub of Rosslyn in South Africa is home to one of BMW’s oldest car factories.

Bakkie buyers looking for 4×4 capability have a few budget options to choose from.

The sale of adulterated diesel has increased in South Africa as sellers try to take advantage of the surging diesel price.

Rapper Professor Green, real name Stephen Manderson, has long been open about his mental health difficulties and has joined up with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy which reports seven in 10 men don’t seek support until they hit crisis point.

The Andes strain of the virus has been confirmed in two passengers who were taken to South Africa, according to the country’s health minister

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says the situation is “very serious and deeply stressful” for those involved.

Can Vibration Plates help with fitness, bone density, and even lymphatic drainage?