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PARTY SHAKEUP: What happens next in the DA if Steenhuisen goes?

Today at 14:34 PM, via Daily Maverick

Multiple DA sources are confirming that John Steenhuisen will announce on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, that he is not seeking a third term as party leader – though he seems hell bent on denying it until the bitter end.

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Tesla introduces new Model Y variant

Today at 14:29 PM, via SowetanLIVE

Electric-vehicle maker Tesla has introduced a new all-wheel drive variant of its bestselling Model Y SUV in the United States, priced at $41,990 (R670,781), according to the company’s website on Monday.

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Why China is outlawing ‘hidden’ car door handles

Today at 14:18 PM, via SowetanLIVE

China will ban ‘hidden’ car door handles from 2027, becoming the first country to phase out a design pioneered by Tesla and adopted by Chinese competitors including Xiaomi.

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News24 | Rights organisations criticise proposed refugee law

Today at 13:20 PM, via News24

In December, the Department of Home Affairs published the Draft Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection. Opportunity to comment on the paper has been extended to 15 February.

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Koala Wanda Sofa Bed Review: Compact Comfort

Today at 14:32 PM, via Wired

This sleeper sofa comprises a reversible chaise, sofa, daybed, and queen-size bed—I slept on it for a week to see if it’s good for guests.

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Nasa delays moon rocket launch by a month after fuel leaks during test

Today at 14:04 PM, via The Guardian

Artemis II mission was due to begin as early as next week and astronauts have spent almost two weeks in quarantine

Nasa has postponed its historic mission to send astronauts around the moon and back again, after issues arose during a critical test of its most powerful rocket yet.

The US space agency had planned to launch the Artemis II mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida as early as...