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OUR CITY NEWS: By numbers — how Joburg’s essential services are deteriorating

Today at 14:39 PM, via Daily Maverick

Three of the most important services in Johannesburg, and the three biggest City of Johannesburg entities, are in trouble. City Power, Johannesburg Water and Pikitup’s latest quarterly reports reveal real service delivery issues that negatively affect the lives of millions in the city.

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Tinkler praises Coetzee after making debut against Magesi

Today at 14:34 PM, via SowetanLIVE

The 29-year-old joined Babina Noko on a free transfer, having been without a club since parting ways with Mamelodi Sundowns at the end of the 2024/25 season, and Tinkler was pleased with how he performed.

South Africa

Gauteng education system under pressure despite gains – MEC Maile

Today at 13:34 PM, via SAnews

Gauteng education system under pressure despite gains – MEC Maile

Gauteng MEC for Education, Lebogang Maile, has outlined persistent challenges facing the province’s education system, including overcrowding, infrastructure backlogs, weak learning outcomes and teacher shortages.

Speaking in a media briefing on Sunday, the Gauteng Department of Education said while significant...

South Africa

Deputy Minister Letsike arrives in New York for ECOSOC Youth Forum

Today at 13:09 PM, via SAnews

Deputy Minister Letsike arrives in New York for ECOSOC Youth Forum

Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has arrived in New York to participate in the 2026 United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum.

In a statement on Sunday, the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities said the...

World

No Deal: U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad collapse

Today at 11:40 AM, via NPR

The United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement after a day of highly anticipated face-to-face peace talks, Washington’s lead negotiator Vice President J.D. Vance announced on Sunday.

Business

South Africans not offered salaries they deserve

Today at 13:00 PM, via BusinessTech

Many South Africans may not be earning the salaries they deserve, particularly in smaller companies that often lack access to reliable market benchmarks.

Sport

Tottenham will go down – Sutton

Today at 08:00 AM, via BBC News

Football Focus pundits Chris Sutton and Steph Houghton discuss whether Roberto de Zerbi can improve Spurs and keep them in the Premier League.

Sport

What is going on with Garnacho?

Today at 07:50 AM, via BBC News

Alejandro Garnacho is struggling to stand out at Chelsea – so can the £40m signing from Manchester United still realise his potential at Stamford Bridge?

Education

‘I feel helpless’: college graduates can’t find entry-level roles in shrinking market amid rise of AI

Today at 13:00 PM, via The Guardian

Young American graduates expressed frustration over fewer job openings and longer searches

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American college graduates are facing the worst entry-level job market since the pandemic, with the underemployment rate reaching 42.5% – its highest level since 2020.

Several young graduates told the Guardian about their...

Education

The Truth About Mary Todd Lincoln

Yesterday at 13:00 PM, via New York Times

Retelling the story of a woman today requires a motivation to correct the historical record.

Lifestyle

Comic Con Cape Town returns this April

Today at 09:03 AM, via The South African

Come one, come all to Comic Con Cape Town! Here’s all you need to know about the Mother City’s largest pop culture and gaming festival…

Science/Tech

‘I didn’t want to be on medication the rest of my life’: veteran runs psilocybin retreats for PTSD before FDA approval

Today at 14:00 PM, via The Guardian

Researchers say ‘magic mushrooms’ can help with traumatic symptoms, but urge caution as states expand access

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After three combat deployments in Afghanistan, during which he suffered traumatic brain injuries from concussive blasts, army ranger Jesse Gould developed post-traumatic stress disorder and said he “drank...

Science/Tech

Why Is It So Hard to Fix an Electric Bike? (2026)

Today at 14:00 PM, via Wired

Bike shop mechanics have lost fingers and their shirts while repairing ebikes of dubious origins. Make sure yours is repairable and third-party certified.