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Curious about what the skies hold? Discover the latest outlook for all nine provinces across South Africa this Sunday, 7 December 2025.

Malcolm Offord appeared at a rally alongside Nigel Farage in Falkirk on Saturday to announce the move.

Over 90 sexual violence cases have been withdrawn at Bushbuckridge and Nkomazi police stations

At least eleven people were killed in the mass shooting.

Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences and says he will expect a full report.

Eleven people were killed and 14 others wounded in a shooting at a Saulsville drinking establishment

Calgary artist Jeff De Boer has spent decades learning, perfecting, and teaching the art of making suits of armor. For mice.

Carlos Manzo was the mayor of a city in Michoacan, Mexico. He launched a full-frontal assault on organized crime. Last month he was assassinated by a lone gunman, sparking protests across the country.

NPR’s Eyder Peralta speaks with Susan Sawyer of the University of Melbourne about Australia’s new ban on social media for children under 16. It goes into effect next week.

Thursday’s attack is the latest in the fighting between the paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces, also known as the RSF, and the Sudanese military, who have been at war for over two years.

Find out who has been called up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

Namibia has built up large stockpiles of rhino horn after pioneering the practice of cutting them off to deter poachers.

Ex-cyclist Zeragaber Gebrehiwot, who attended the 1980 Moscow Games, is among 13 released from a notorious jail.

Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi’s social media accounts for violating their policy.

The municipality has been recognised as the best municipality in the Western Cape after 11 consecutive clean audits.

Giraf Macadamia Milk is becoming a familiar sight in coffee shops across South Africa, thanks to its compatibility with coffee, while also supporting local farmers.

South Africans looking for a bonus to ease their financial situation have been warned that a year-end bonus is not required by law.

Dozens of venues are offering free drop-ins for anyone struggling with cost-of-living pressures.

Van der Merwe’s identity was erroneously revealed, including the failure to disguise his voice

The ANC in Ekurhuleni has expressed shock over what it describes as a calculated assassination.

The President has urged law enforcement agencies to ensure that Van der Merwe’s killers face justice

Van der Merwe was gunned down outside his home in Brakpan, east of Johannesburg, on Friday night

Benedict Vilakazi has a word for Relebohile Mofokeng after watching his Orlando Pirates peers Mohau Nkota and Mbekezeli Mbokazi move abroad.

Jai Opetaia retains his IBF and Ring cruiserweight titles for the sixth time with a knockout victory against Huseyin Cinkara.

Britain’s Mia Brookes claims the fourth World Cup win of her career with a comfortable victory in the Freestyle Snowboard Big Air World Cup in Beijing.

England’s hopes in the second Test and the Ashes are in tatters after a dismal and depressing third day in Brisbane.

Astrid Tuminez, Utah Valley University’s first female leader, had to pivot from personal tragedy to address ‘a wounding that happened to all of us’

Astrid Tuminez was on her way to Rome, the trip a kind of pilgrimage after months of grief. Her husband, Jeffrey Tolk, had died suddenly earlier in the year, and the loss had left her carrying a weight she couldn’t set down. “I felt darkness and...

Pupils from schools with differing demographics meet and play under charity scheme set up after city’s 2001 riots

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On a bright wintry morning, Bradford’s majestic 19th-century city hall is alive with children’s laughter, chatter and songs. Sixty girls and...

James Graham’s play Punch touches on gang culture, restorative justice and masculinity in crisis, and for the playwright the true story was a privilege to tell

When thousands of schoolchildren came to see James Graham’s play Punch in the West End, the playwright, actors and producers were struck by one thing. Despite fears about social media eroding attention spans, the pupils were engrossed...

From laptops and cash to special food: Here is what Thabo Bester is demanding BEFORE his prison escape trial kicks off…

Most South Africans misunderstand their roadblock rights. Here are five common myths about what SAPS can and cannot do this festive season.

While some fans are showing love and support to La Toya Jackson, some comments under her social media posts reflect worry for her health.

Somizi Mhlongo used his fame to teach a shopping mother to pay attention to her children while out in public.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region on 7 December 2025

Mangaung beat the Dr Kenneth Kaunda team to secure third place.

The accused’s lawyer told the court his client ‘suffered hypertension and collapsed’

The Bulls take on the defending champions on the back of a two-game losing streak and a torrent of tries conceded in recent matches.

One of Makate’s former backers says he originated the idea that became Please Call Me, but did not invent it.

This premium gaming handheld loads up with features, but Windows still holds it back from being the easy option.

Because of shifting storms and sweltering summers, Iran’s capital faces a future “Day Zero” when the taps run dry.

The Hyundai Grand i10 has received a disappointing result after being tested for crash safety by Global NCAP in partnership with the AA.

It has been over a year since South Africa’s last compact bakkie was discontinued, forcing motorists to seek alternative solutions.

BYD plans to double its dealership network in South Africa by the end of 2026.