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No assessment Iran could strike London, UK minister says
Steve Reed says there is “no specific assessment” Iran is capable of hitting the UK, after Israel claimed it now could.

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South Africa is facing a serious nuclear family challenge
South Africa is experiencing a dramatic decline in the nuclear family setup, which has significant societal and economic ramifications.

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Two more bodies recovered from Ekapa Mine in Kimberley
Two more bodies have been recovered from the Ekapa Mine in Kimberley, bringing the number of miners recovered to three after a mud rush trapped five miners underground on February 17

South Africa
SAPS intelligence key to fighting serious crime: Strategist
Bekkersdal residents say they still live in fear of crime after the Kwanoxolo Tavern shooting.

South Africa
R4 billion committed to improve Matjhabeng Municipality’s sanitation
Minister of Water and Sanitation handed over the refurbished and upgraded Wastewater Treatment plant

South Africa
Foundation raises R60 000 for family after child’s ‘pie day’ incident
R60 000 has been given to the family of a child who couldn’t afford pie at school.
South Africa
News24 | Mpumalanga cop forcibly enters friend’s home, allegedly kills her before taking his own life
Police are investigating a suspected murder-suicide after a police officer, 53, allegedly shot and killed his 39-year-old female friend, before turning the gun on himself in Grootvlei, Mpumalanga, on Saturday.

World
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s power plants as Iran strikes 2 Israeli cities
Iran launched missiles at two southern Israeli cities that lie close to the country’s main nuclear research center, while President Trump gave Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

World
Cortina d’Ampezzo mixes Olympic legacy with Alpine glamour
Cortina d’Ampezzo, the “Pearl of the Dolomites,” is a blend of Olympic heritage with celebrity chic, fine dining and Alpine tradition, even as climate change and new tourism reshape the area.

World
BBC in Cuba as island plunged into darkness
More than 10 million people are enduring power cuts after Cuba’s national electrical grid collapsed again.

World
Cuba’s power grid collapses leaving it without electricity for the 3rd time this month
Cuba’s power grid collapsed Saturday leaving the country without electricity for a third time in March as the communist government battles with a decaying infrastructure and a U.S.-imposed oil blockade.

Africa
Leading anti‑racism activist in Tunisia jailed for eight years
Saadia Mosbah campaigned for migrants, particularly after President Kais Saied said they posed a demographic threat to the country.

Africa
Denounce ‘abject’ Afcon decision – senior Caf member
Caf executive committee member Augustin Senghor says the decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Afcon title is “unacceptable, abject and we have to denounce it”.

Africa
UK reveals aid priorities after major cuts to budget
Aid groups and MPs have raised concerns over the move to prioritise defence spending over aid.

Africa
Starmer meets Nigerian president as record steel deal agreed
The deal came as part of the president’s state visit to the UK – the first by a west African leader in 37 years.

Business
Big shift for South Africa’s major ‘gateways’
South Africa’s ports—the key gateways into the country—have seen the highest number of ship dockings since 2019, recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic-related slowdowns.
Business
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Business
Big changes for foreigners who own property in South Africa
The 2026 national budget introduced several tax adjustments that have direct implications for foreign nationals who own property in South Africa.

Politics
Malema rejects Mkhwanazi’s corruption allegations
Julius Malema says he has no ties with Brown Mogotsi-linked Feroz Khan

Politics
Bozell must be subjected to diplomatic discipline: Mbalula
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says the party will keep a close eye on the US ambassador.

Politics
Malema pours cold water on EFF–MK unity
Zuma’s remarks focused on the need for unity between the two parties, but Malema begs to differ

Politics
Struggle sacrifices undermined by ANC broken promises: PAC
The party held a Sharpeville massacre commemoration event at the Dlomo Dam.

Sport
Mabasa scores brace to spark fresh Pirates debate
The in-form striker bagged a brace for Stellenbosch, as Pirates once again paid the price for missed chances up front.

Sport
Successive World Cup would ‘surpass all dreams’ – Davies
Defender Ben Davies says Wales reaching consecutive World Cup finals would “surpass all dreams”.

Sport
Orlando Pirates’ expected starting 11 vs TS Galaxy
2025/26’s thrilling Betway Premiership title race continues today. Orlando Pirates visit Mbombela to battle TS Galaxy. Here is their expected starting line up.

Sport
Green lifts Australian WPGA for third win in a row
Australia’s Hannah Green claims a third successive tournament win at the Australian WPGA Championship on the Gold Coast.
Education
Trump’s Contested Campus Antisemitism Fight Is Accelerating Again
While some Jewish students and faculty members have applauded the Trump administration’s renewed push against antisemitism, others believe the government has different motives.

Education
Should the bank of mum and dad pay university debts?
Those planning for uni in England and Wales this autumn can apply for student loans from Monday. Here are the options for families worried about debt
Our child is heading to university soon – should we try to pay their tuition fees upfront so they are not saddled with a debt for decades?
Our child is a recent graduate and their student loan debt is ballooning – should we help pay off some or...
Education
After Cosmic Crisp, Scientists Unveil an Apple for the Climate Change Era
Agronomists at Washington State University are unveiling a new apple, the Sunflare, which they say tastes as good as their Cosmic Crisp but can withstand unpredictable weather.
Education
One Year After Trump’s $400 Million Ultimatum, a Different Columbia
As they sought to respond to charges of antisemitism and harassment on campus, administrators and trustees made promises. Many have been kept, but not all.

Lifestyle
Gambling addiction DOUBLES in SA, industry pushes back against new taxes
SA gambling addiction surges as government eyes new taxes, but betting firms warn stricter levies could backfire…

Lifestyle
Mixing money with friendship? Bev Steyn and Nonku in court battle
‘Real Housewives’ stars Beverly Steyn and Nonku Williams in court battle over unpaid R125 000 loan. Here’s what we know…

Lifestyle
Musa Khawula laughs off death hoax from jail: ‘Having a good time’
Despite being in police custody, notorious celebrity blogger Musa Khawula has laughed off another death hoax…

Lifestyle
Doja Cat meets dad? Dumisani makes appearance at concert
Family reunion? Doja Cat’s ‘deadbeat dad’. Dumisani Dlamini was seen at her first-ever concert in South Africa….

Entertainment
Confirmed: LIV Golf to return to Steyn City in 2027
‘LIV has showcased our country like nothing I’ve ever seen.’

Entertainment
Revealed: Top-selling used car model in each province in 2025
Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux rule the roost in eight of of South Africa’s nine provinces.
Entertainment
Middle East war latest: US Baghdad centre attacked and Trump issues Hormuz deadline
Here are some of the latest developments from Israel and the US’s war with Iran

Entertainment
Proteas fire back to level T20 series against Black Caps with a match to play
The SA team compiled 164/5 in their 20 overs, and the hosts were bowled out for 145 in response.

Science/Tech
The Best Subscription-Free Home Security Cameras I’ve Tried
You don’t have to upload your video to the cloud or pay a monthly fee to secure your home. These security cameras record locally.

Science/Tech
Amazon set to take another shot at the smartphone market
Amazon is secretly developing a new AI-powered smartphone a decade after the Fire Phone flopped spectacularly.

Science/Tech
Give Your Phone a Huge (and Free) Upgrade by Switching to Another Keyboard
Change up the default keyboard in Android and iOS and feel the benefit.

Science/Tech
12 Best Coffee Subscriptions (2026), Tested by Caffeine Hounds
These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door—each with its own twist.

Motoring
How much interest you’ll pay on a loan for South Africa’s favourite cars
Most South Africans purchase their cars on a finance plan, which can easily add over R100,000 to the vehicle’s original purchase price by the time their contract ends.

Motoring
Motorists warned not to panic-buy petrol in South Africa
The Fuels Industry Association of South Africa has warned motorists not to panic-buy petrol and cause the very shortages people are worried about.

Motoring
Younger buyers driving car sales in South Africa
Gen Z and Millennial car buyers are more likely to buy than previous generations.

Motoring
6 new bakkies coming to South Africa
South Africans can look forward to six new bakkies this year, ranging from a luxurious double cab to two diesel plug-in hybrids.

Health
I spent five months in a mother and baby mental health unit – here’s what I want mums to know
Sofii Lewis was diagnosed with postpartum psychosis tendencies and OCD after giving birth.
Health
David Botstein, Gene-Mapping Pioneer, Dies at 83
His method of locating genes in human DNA allowed researchers to find disease-causing genes, and later to map the entire, sprawling human genome.

Health
Meningitis B: Your questions answered
BBC Health reporter Smitha Mundasad answers your questions on meningitis B

Health
Thousands get meningitis vaccine as experts wait to see outbreak peak
The outbreak, which has killed two people, is thought to have originated at a Canterbury nightclub.