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Government failures bleeding South Africa dry

Today at 18:30 PM, via Daily Investor

South Africa’s illicit cigarette market has boomed in recent years at the expense of the legitimate market, putting thousands of jobs on the line.

World

At least 39 dead in Spain train collision

Today at 13:48 PM, via NPR

At least 39 people were killed in a high-speed train collision in southern Spain Sunday, police said. Efforts to recover the bodies are continuing, and the death toll is likely to rise.

Sport

Kaizer Chiefs lose three players

Today at 18:40 PM, via The South African

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed Sibongiseni Mthethwa, George Matlou and Bradley Cross will miss the Golden Arrows match as injury updates emerge.

Education

At nine, I disappeared into home schooling. No one came looking

Today at 16:00 PM, via The Guardian

Mom insisted I needed a ‘free-form education’ outside public school. After four years of loneliness, I gave up hope that someone would get me out

“Every mother in the world wishes her kid wouldn’t grow up so fast.”

Mom laughs as she holds me close.

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Education

‘Disgustingly educated’: will this trend make you cleverer?

Today at 15:56 PM, via The Guardian

Social media is filling up with influencers telling us how to become much more intellectual. A great, enriching idea – or just another cue to show off?

Name: Disgustingly educated.

Age: About 18 months.

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Entertainment

24 hours in pictures, 19 January 2026

Today at 18:30 PM, via The Citizen

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

Science/Tech

Kili Technologies: Unlocking Africa’s Clean Energy Potential With Trusted Data

Today at 19:11 PM, via Tech Financials

Africa is well positioned to lead the global renewable energy transition, given its abundant solar, wind, and hydropower resources. However, despite this potential, the sector continues to face significant structural barriers. One of the most critical challenges is access to climate finance, with African renewable energy projects currently attracting only about 2% of global climate […]

Science/Tech

Netflix Wants Plots Explained Multiple Times Because Viewers Are on Their Phones, Matt Damon Says

Today at 19:08 PM, via Slashdot

Netflix has begun asking filmmakers to adjust their storytelling approach to account for viewers who are scrolling through their phones while watching, according to Matt Damon. The traditional action movie formula involves three major set pieces distributed across the first, second, and third acts. Netflix now wants a large action sequence in the opening five minutes to hook viewers. The...

Science/Tech

Positive thinking could boost immune response to vaccines, say scientists

Today at 18:08 PM, via The Guardian

Study suggests being optimistic produces more antibodies, hinting at future healthcare potential of mental techniques

Being optimistic may boost the immune system according to research that points to a connection between the mind and our body’s natural defences.

Scientists have found people who used positive thinking to boost activity in the brain’s reward system responded better to...

Science/Tech

NYSE Eyes 24/7 Tokenized Stock Trading With Weekend Access and Same-Day Settlement

Today at 17:43 PM, via Slashdot

BrianFagioli writes: The New York Stock Exchange, owned by Intercontinental Exchange, is developing a platform for trading tokenized versions of U.S. listed stocks and ETFs around the clock, pending regulatory approval. The system would combine the NYSE’s existing matching engine with blockchain-based settlement, enabling 24×7 trading, instant settlement, and fractional share purchases priced...