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Grime artist Skepta cleared of drug-driving charge
The charges are dismissed after a court hears an expert cannot be sure the reading was accurate.
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The charges are dismissed after a court hears an expert cannot be sure the reading was accurate.

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The victim says he feared for his life after being assaulted and subjected to antisemitic abuse.

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Great white sharks, tuna and other warm-bodied fish burn nearly four times more energy than cold-blooded species, leaving them increasingly vulnerable as rising ocean temperatures shrink their habitats, a new study has found
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A moment meant to celebrate achievement at the University of the Free State turned to profound grief with the sudden passing of ’Me Mulalo Ndwa. Her loss is a heartbreaking reminder of both the fragility of life and the enduring impact of a young woman whose promise, dedication and spirit will remain with all who knew her.

South Africa
The man was shot in his head while the woman sustained two gunshot wounds to her chest.

South Africa
Operations will focus on major routes linking economic hubs and minor roads.
South Africa
President Ramaphosa to address Global Inequality Dialogue
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday deliver a keynote address to the public Global Inequality Dialogue at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg.“During its 2025 G20 Presidency, South Africa commissioned the first-ever global inequality report from a committee of independent experts led by Nobel Laureate...
South Africa
President Ramaphosa appoints Acting National Police Commissioner
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Divisional Commissioner for Financial Management Services, Lieutenant-General Puleng Dimpane, as the Acting National Commissioner of Police.This after National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola was placed on precautionary...

World
Sherpas cannot prepare the route to the world’s highest peak because a huge block of ice is in the way.

World
Ahmed Shihab-Eldin reportedly faced charges, including spreading false information, after he re-posted images related to the Iran war.

World
The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.

World
Beast Industries has strongly denied claims of sexual harassment and workplace gender bias.

Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa said the suspension was because of the critical role Fannie Masemola plays in fighting crime.

Africa
Opposition parties accused the security forces of killing protesters but the official report does not say who was responsible.

Africa
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.

Africa
Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu’s family are in a dispute over where former leader’s remains should be buried.
Business

Business
Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.
Business

Business
If Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.

Politics
The election of the mayor and speaker was set to take place after their sudden resignation on Monday

Politics
Advocate Shamila Batohi has formally declined to continue giving evidence at the Nkabinde Enquiry.

Politics
The DA has laid criminal charges against Minister Sisisi Tolashe.

Politics
The SACP has briefed the media on plans for the upcoming local government elections.

Sport
Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick continues to take a long-term view of management despite the reduced longevity of head coaches.

Sport
Leicestershire and England leg-spinning all-rounder Rehan Ahmed signs for Delhi Capitals for the rest of this year’s IPL.

Sport
This weekend’s Soweto derby between Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates is even bigger than most with the FIFA World Cup around the corner.

Sport
Gavin Hunt has Stellenbosch FC executed their plan perfectly against Mamelodi Sundowns in Wednesday’s Betway Premiership showdown.
Education
[GroundUp] A North West school owes over R600,000 after defaulting on rental agreements for two photocopiers and a phone system. Meanwhile 789 learners are left with broken toilets and crumbling classrooms
Education
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — The President of the Association of Liberian Students Studying in Europe (ALSSE),Julius Nyerere Gbowee, has challenged Liberian students to resist the urge to pause their personal and professional development while seeking academic opportunities abroad.

Education
Bristol University project aims to help directors make better movies and take greater risks – with one already onboard
At first glance, it looks like any high-end cinema: booming surround sound, a razor-sharp 4K projector and rows of reclining seats. But instead of clutching popcorn, a headset records my brain activity and a heart rate monitor wraps around my arm while infra-red cameras capture...
Education
[Leadership] The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified why some candidates who sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are seeing the message “No Result Yet” when attempting to check their scores.

Lifestyle
Investing in property can be one of the most rewarding long-term financial decisions, but it also comes with risks that require careful planning.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
A Cape Town preacher has defended his decision to welcome Marc Lottering onto his church’s podium amid public backlash…
Lifestyle

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

Entertainment
The decision comes just days before The Rockets take on Durban City in the Nedbank Cup final.

Entertainment
The SIU has pushed back against a viral social media post claiming it was expanding a corruption probe to target several high-profile South African influencers

Entertainment
South Africa’s biggest gospel voices unite for a historic Spirit of Praise AllStars performance experience.
Science/Tech
Microsoft plans to offer voluntary buyouts for the first time. According to CNBC, “about 7% of U.S. employees are eligible,” with the program being “available to U.S. workers at the senior director level and below whose years of employment and age add up to 70 or higher.” Further details will be provided on May 7. From the report: Last year Microsoft removed some costs through multiple rounds...

Science/Tech
Volunteers’ data has enabled medical breakthroughs, but there are questions over how that data is protected
With the revelation that the confidential health records of half a million British volunteers have been put up for sale on a Chinese website, we take a look at what the UK Biobank project has achieved – and why concerns have been raised.
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Science/Tech
A jury trial that is set to start on Monday could shift the course of the A.I. race, with Mr. Musk seeking billions of dollars in damages from Mr. Altman’s OpenAI.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from the Associated Press: New York is suing Coinbase and Gemini, two of the newest players in the prediction market industry, arguing that the companies’ unregulated and unlicensed platforms are illegal gambling operations. Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit, filed Tuesday in state court in Manhattan, seeks to bar the companies’ platforms from operating...

Motoring
JAC has introduced South Africa’s cheapest double-cab bakkie to the market.

Motoring
The AGSA has warned that SAA is at risk of being declared insolvent in the next 12 months.

Motoring
Carmakers are bringing safer versions of their cars to South Africa.
Motoring
Health
Vaccine skeptics, ‘organic moms’ and environmental activists came together toelect President Trump. Butsome voters are disillusioned and might not turn out again.

Health
The data of hundreds of thousands of people who participated in the UK’s health data project was for sale on the website Alibaba.

Health
Chris and Xand van Tulleken try vocal cord exercises on What’s Up Docs?

Health
Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life.