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Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, all of which have a US military presence, said they had intercepted Iranian missiles after Tehran vowed to retaliate for US and Israeli strikes on Iran. Jordan also intercepted missiles.

Lucy Powell tells the BBC that Labour needs to make more use of the Greater Manchester mayor.

For many small South African businesses, the idea of getting a website still feels bigger and more expensive than it needs to be.

The BBC’s State Department correspondent and Washington correspondent explain how the president is justifying the action and assess the risks ahead.

The Presidency says the escalation poses a serious threat to international peace and security.

Latakgomo is remembered for his courageous reporting during one of South Africa’s darkest chapters.

It’s reported that one child survived the shack fire ordeal, in Ballito.

Police are on the look-out as out-of-contract security guards in Limpopo demand to be rehired.

Several leaders voiced support for the operation – but most, including those who stopped short of condemning it, called for restraint moving forward.

The U.S. and Israel launched military strikes in Iran, targeting Khamenei and the Iranian president. “Operation Epic Fury” will be “massive and ongoing,” President Trump said Saturday morning.

In Tehran, panicked residents rushed home to shelter and terrified children poured out of classrooms as U.S. air strikes hit the capitol.

In Kyiv’s darkened high-rises, as Russian strikes batter the Ukrainian capital, older residents endure freezing nights and power cuts, relying on volunteers, pets and faith to survive another winter.

The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.

New data shows that this small Eastern Cape town recorded one of the highest numbers of sales in 2025. 

Airlines and authorities have confirmed that flights are being disrupted and cancelled following US and Israeli military action in Iran.

The Greengate Lifestyle Centre is under construction and is a key part of the Mooikloof Smart City.

While the national rollout of the AARTO system is in question, experts warn that speeding fines won’t just disappear.

The DA is taking aim at issues surrounding roads, infrastructure and the water supply.

The EFF accuses Xhakaza of trying to push it out of its governance responsibilities in the metro.

DA National Spokesperson Karabo Khakhau says the nomination window runs until the 23rd of March.

The municipality says the extra ward will be located in the northern region of the Municipality.

Mathieu van der Poel wins the men’s race at the Omloop het Nieuwsblad, and Dutch compatriot Demi Vollering triumphs in the women’s event.

Sahibzada Farhan makes a superb century as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by five runs in the T20 World Cup Super 8s but miss out on a semi-final spot on net run-rate.

Glasgow Warriors miss out on the chance to extend their lead at the top of the United Rugby Championship table as Sean Jansen’s last-gasp try lifts Connacht to a dramatic victory at Dexcom Stadium.

Barry Hawkins beat Wu Yize 6-4 to reach the Welsh Open final for the second time in his career.

The education secretary wants a fairer system and the Tories have leapt in with their own plan – but why now?

For anyone who attended university in England in the last 15 or so years, the idea of student loans feeling like some sort of debt trap is hardly news. But three weeks ago, when the journalist Oli Dugmore discussed this on the BBC’s Question Time, it felt like a moment.

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Idris Elba got his role on ‘The Wire’ after his savings had long run out.

Demi Moore is a chameleon who stays on trend and defies age in every decade.

Lupita Nyong’o is campaigning for ‘Make Fibroids Count’.

Ramaphosa also questioned whether the US and Israeli strikes on Iran were permitted under international law

South Africans Casey Jarvis and Hennie du Plessis lead the home hopes heading into the final day of the SA Open in Stellenbosch.

The 35-year-old was arrested after police received information about a R900 000 car that was about to be smuggled into Zimbabwe

After leading 22-0 at the break, the Bulls held off a determined Sharks attack in the second half to win seven tries to two.

America’s journey back to the moon has run into a few missteps. NASA administrator Jared Isaacman is banking on a new approach.

As Israeli airstrikes hit Tehran this morning, Iranians received mysterious push notifications saying that “help is on the way,” promising amnesty if they surrender.

Petrol and diesel prices are set to increase more than previously anticipated this March.

Two iconic Italian sports cars are heading back to South Africa, but there’s a catch.

South Africa’s most wanted car right now is not an SUV or bakkie.

With 107kW of power on tap from the 1 300cc boxer engine, you’ll never run out of power.

Twenty-five women have received compensation following gynaecological surgery.

Kerry Watson takes more than 100 tablets a week to deal with the pain caused by a vaginal mesh implant.