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Colorado woman accused of killing her children extradited from UK to US
Kimberlee Singler is facing murder charges in Colorado in the deaths of her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son.
WEDNESDAY, 24 DECEMBER 2025, 18:21

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Kimberlee Singler is facing murder charges in Colorado in the deaths of her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son.

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Three-time world champion Michael van Gerwen says Peter Wright should retire following his defeat in the PDC World Darts Championship.

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UK health agency says drop is encouraging news, but warns flu could still bounce back in new year.

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Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says it is “impossible” to replace Bruno Fernandes as he faces up to a month without him.

South Africa
Border Mangement says Lebombo border post is one of the problematic ports of entry.

South Africa
Police in the NW combat illegal mining activities that have spread to Kroondal area near Rustenburg.

South Africa
Another teenager who was with the missing boy was rescued and taken to hospital.

South Africa
A sixth body was discovered in the river where a light delivery truck hit a bridge.

World
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

World
The vehicle had earlier been involved in a crash and everyone in the surrounding area was safely evacuated before the blast.
World
Two North Korean prisoners of war held by Ukraine have said they hope to start a “new life” in South Korea, according to a letter seen by AFP.

World
The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on several critical issues, but sensitive issues around territorial control in Ukraine’s eastern industrial heartland remain unresolved.

Africa
A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

Africa
As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Africa
Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

Africa
Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women – some going without food for days.

Business
Passengers travelling on Christmas Eve are forecast to be the highest on record.

Business
French magazine Jeune Afrique has ranked four South African cities among the top 30 most attractive destinations on the continent for quality of life and investment.

Business
Data from the Department of Public Service and Administration show that over 37,800 government employees are millionaires.

Business
BP has sold a 65% stake in its motor lubricant arm Castrol to US-based investment firm Stonepeak.

Politics
Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Politics
Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.
Politics
A week after she fulfilled her lifelong dream of obtaining a PhD, activist and researcher Dr Reneè Thompson died.

Politics
The Bitou Deputy Mayor was seen in a widely circulated video at the weekend, firing a gun.

Sport
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says it is “impossible” to replace captain Bruno Fernandes, who is set for up to a month out with injury, but other players “must step up”.

Sport
Barcelona cool their interest in Marc Guehi after meeting his agents, but Marcus Rashford wants to remain at the Spanish club, and Crystal Palace rival West Ham for Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen, plus more.

Sport
Zimbabwe receive an injury boost ahead of their crucial AFCON Group B clash against Angola in Marrakech on Friday.

Sport
This year marks the 60th anniversary since the final Football League match was played on Christmas Day in England.
Education
[Nile Post] Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has warned heads of examination centres and the general public to beware of fraudsters posing as members of the UNEB Security Committee.
Education
[Leadership] Education expert Prof. Maximus Monaheng Sefotho has received the 2025 Community Engagement and Vice-Chancellor’s Awards from the University of Johannesburg, recognising his contributions to community engagement and university service.
Education
[New Times] Venantie Mukabutera, a parent from Bumbogo Sector in Gasabo District, once believed it would be impossible for her child living with a disability to attend school like other children.
Education
[SNA] Khartoum, December 23, 2025 (SUNA) – Wali of Khartoum State, Mr. Ahmed Osman Hamza, held a meeting at his office today with Federal Minister of Education and National Orientation, Dr. Al-Tohami Al-Zein Hagar, in the presence of the Ministry’s Undersecretary, Dr. Ahmed Khalifa Omar, and the Director-General and Acting Minister of Culture, Information, and Tourism, Al-Tayib Saad Al-Din.

Lifestyle
Venus Williams and Andrea Preti are a picture of wedded bliss after becoming husband and wife.

Lifestyle
Left your gift shopping too late? These affordable last-minute gift ideas are thoughtful and perfect for late sleepers.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
British comedian Russell Brand will appear in court in January 2026 to face two new charges of rape and sexual assault.

Entertainment
Brown was gunned down outside of her home on 31 July in the presence of her partner and minor daughter.

Entertainment
The mine employee was nabbed for harbouring the illegal immigrants.

Entertainment
These salads add freshness, colour and help cut through heavier dishes.

Entertainment
Limpopo traffic authorities warn of heavy congestion as 700 buses head to Moria for Christmas services.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader shares a report: In 2024, 25.2% of gross final energy consumption in the EU came from renewable sources, up by 0.7 percentage points compared with 2023. This share is 17.3 pp short of meeting the 2030 target (42.5%), which would require an annual average increase of 2.9 pp from 2025 to 2030. Among the EU countries, Sweden recorded the highest share of its gross final energy...

Science/Tech
This compact 2.1 soundbar system offers realistic Dolby Atmos surround sound.
Science/Tech
YouTube has been winning the streaming wars for years, but its real competitive advantage comes not from prime-time viewing but from its stranglehold on daytime hours when Americans are meditating, exercising, cooking, or simply looking for background noise. At 11 a.m. in October, YouTube commanded an average audience of 6.3 million viewers compared to Netflix’s 2.8 million, according to...

Science/Tech
Years before returning to politics, Cyril Ramaphosa was part of a group of investors who helped Seacom defeat government attempts to block the launch of its undersea cable in South Africa.
Motoring

Motoring
South Africa received 15 new bakkies this year, including two double cabs with first-of-their-kind powertrains.

Motoring
WeBuyCars has agreed to pay a fine of R2.5 million to the state, and R3.4 million to refund consumers.

Motoring
South African buyers can access the Honda Elevate SUV for less this festive season thanks to strong finance offers and cash rebates.
Health
Sudden surges of anguish can accompany intense mourning. That’s not unusual, experts say, and sometimes even helpful.
Health
The measles outbreak in the United States is now in its 11th month, with almost 2,000 cases. The Timmons family were some of the first people to get sick.

Health
Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

Health
The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.