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Philly fail in Dallas & Mahomes saves Chiefs – best of NFL week 12
Our weekly pick of the best of NFL Sunday, including analysis of the Dallas Cowboys’ epic comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Debate over changing name of Prince Andrew Way
Mid and East Antrim councillors will discuss a proposal to change a street sign named after Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.
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South Africa
Case against rape victim Ndinainwi Mabuke’s murder suspect postponed
Accused killer of key witness in Muritho rape case has court matter postponed to next Tuesday.

South Africa
Matriculants urged to refrain from unsafe pens-down celebrations
Matriculants across the country will finish writing their last paper on Thursday.

South Africa
KZN Premier calls on residents to heed weather warnings
This comes after three people were reported missing amid heavy rains that led to flooding.

South Africa
Thousands arrested SAPS during Safer Festive Season operations
The Safer Festive Season raids resulted in police seizing goods worth 4 million rand and weapons.

World
Trump’s peace plan for Ukraine. And, why Marjorie Taylor Greene is resigning
European leaders are skeptical of President Trump’s peace plan for Ukraine. And, what led Marjorie Taylor Greene to announce she will resign from Congress next year.

World
He left Gaza and fled to Europe on a jet ski. Now he hopes to bring his family
In an extraordinary journey, a Palestinian man used a jet ski to cross the Mediterranean Sea and reach Europe after he fled the war in Gaza.

World
‘No one will support it’: Ukraine’s soldiers react to US peace plan
Ukrainian soldiers at the front are angry, defiant and resigned after US plan became public.

World
Over 250 children still missing in Nigeria after being abducted from Catholic school
More than 250 children are still being held by kidnappers in central Nigeria after they were abducted Friday from a Catholic boarding school.

Africa
Abducted child’s father tells BBC he felt helpless as he saw mass Nigerian kidnapping
The raid on a Catholic school in the West African state came amid a surge in attacks by armed groups.

Africa
Cameroon’s opposition leader in The Gambia after fleeing for his safety
The Gambian government says it is hosting Tchiroma Bakary on humanitarian grounds.

Africa
Daughter of South Africa’s ex-president accuses sister of Russia recruitment plot
Police are investigating allegations that Jacob Zuma’s daughter, Duduzile, lured men into fighting in Ukraine.

Africa
Sri Lanka & Zimbabwe in Pakistan 2025
Fixtures, results and scorecards from Sri Lanka’s ODI tour of Pakistan, and the Twenty20 tri-series that follows which also involves Zimbabwe.

Business
Here’s what R100 could buy you in 1996 vs today
Inflation has increased by almost 371% since 1996, but with the recent surge in food prices, R100 tends to buy you less than it should in 2025 compared to 29 years ago.

Business
Metals recycling company files for liquidation
It is not clear how many jobs are at risk within the company which has sites across the UK.

Business
American retailer opening new stores in South Africa
New Balance has opened a new store in Somerset Mall, with more stores set to launch in 2026.

Business
Eskom pays out R580 million legal settlement
Stefanutti Stocks will receive millions in compensation from Eskom following a dispute over work done at the Kusile Power Station.

Politics
G20 handover will be a low-key affair: Dangor
Dangor says both SA and the US want the handover of the G20 presidency to be a low-key affair.
Politics
News24 | Policy in focus: DA tackles immigration, healthcare, and AI adoption at policy conference
An extended meeting of the DA’s federal council is under way, with the party expected to make it its formal policy that it opposes the District Development Model.

Politics
‘SACP says the decision to contest upcoming LGE is final’
The meeting is part of efforts to foster unity in the evolution National Democratic Revolution.

Politics
Appropriations Committee wants full cost breakdown for G20 Summit
Parliament’s Standing Committee on Appropriations demands a full cost breakdown for G20 Summit

Sport
Confirmed: Latest Top 10 CAF club rankings
Mzansi fans will welcome Mamelodi Sundowns’ rise, while Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs face tougher news in CAF’s latest rankings.

Sport
Marco Jansen takes SIX as Proteas close in on historic Test series win
Towering pace spearhead Marco Jansen took six wickets to put South Africa in sight of a first Test series win in India in 25 years.

Sport
Broos gives Kaizer Chiefs players hope with AFCON prelim squad
Hugo Broos has selected four Kaizer Chiefs players in his preliminary AFCON squad but how many of them will make the final list?

Sport
Winston stars and Pickens soars in NFL plays of the week
New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston’s candidate for play of the year and a spectacular catch from Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens top the best of the plays from week 12 of the NFL season.
Education
Liberia: Jca Parents-Teachers Association Elects New Leadership
[Liberian Observer] The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) of Jones Christian Academy (JCA), located in Congo Town, has elected a new corps of officers to steer the affairs of the body for the next term. The election, held on Sunday, November 23, brought together parents, teachers, school administrators, and community members in a ceremony marked by gratitude, reflection, and renewed commitment...
Education
Kenya: Kenyan Student Enrolment to UK Universities Up 34pc On Rising Demand
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenyan student enrolment in UK universities has surged 34 percent over the past four years to 7,525 learners, buoyed by the country’s growing push to build a globally competitive workforce and rising demand for international skills.
Education
America’s Children Are Unwell. Are Schools Part of the Problem?
From A.D.H.D. to anxiety, disorders have risen as the expectations of childhood have changed.
Education
Billionaires Have a Bigger Role in Higher Education Under President Trump
A new set of billionaires with an interest in higher education has helped oust college presidents and even assisted the Trump administration in its effort to overhaul the industry.

Lifestyle
Out-of-the-box tips for surviving long drives with kids
Discover seven creative and fun tips for surviving long drives with kids. Keep your family entertained, calm and happy on every road trip.
Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Warning to boaters on Hartbeespoort Dam amid hyacinth surge
The NSRI has issued a warning to boaters at Hartbeespoort Dam, where rapidly expanding water hyacinth is creating hazardous conditions.

Lifestyle
Early teething? The hormone clue parents are overlooking
New research suggests that early teething may be linked to pregnancy hormone levels, rather than genetics. Here is what parents should know.
Entertainment
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Science/Tech
Apple iOS 27 to Be No-Frills ‘Snow Leopard’ Update, Other Than New AI
Apple’s next major iPhone software update will prioritize stability and performance over flashy new features, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who reports that iOS 27 is being developed as a “Snow Leopard-style” release [non-paywalled source] focused on fixing bugs, removing bloat and improving underlying code after this year’s sweeping Liquid Glass design overhaul in iOS 26. Engineering...

Science/Tech
Cell C secures R9-billion valuation ahead of JSE debut
Cell C has confirmed the final pricing and outcome of its long-awaited JSE listing, marking a major milestone in the operator’s restructuring efforts.

Science/Tech
7 Best OLED TVs (2025): Sony, LG, Samsung, and More
Looking to step up to the TV big leagues? These are the best OLED TVs you can buy.

Science/Tech
South Africa’s cheapest electric car
While South Africa’s most affordable electric vehicle (EV) is around double the price of the country’s cheapest petrol car, it boasts far more features, performance, and better safety.

Motoring
WATCH: The charm of a manual T-Cross
Zippy and fun, this manual T-Cross proves the basics still work – and that petrol power isn’t dead yet.

Motoring
BYD fully details ‘still to be South Africa approved’ Atto 2 DM-i
Although now with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, it remains open to speculation as to whether the Atto 2 will eventually be offered on local soil.
Motoring

Motoring
Tall people look like grasshoppers on superbikes
The BMW S1000RR impresses with superb build quality, thrilling performance and rider-friendly design — it’s a pure joy to ride.

Health
Three-year-old Oliver is ‘wonderful’ after world-first gene therapy
Toddler Oliver and his dad Ricky join Jon and Sally on the Breakfast sofa, to discuss his progress after his ground-breaking gene therapy.
Health
These Hospitals Figured Out How to Slash C-Section Rates
Financial and social incentives can nudge doctors away from the operating room.

Health
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for?
One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
Health
U.S. Introduces New Female Crash-Test Dummy Standards
A female crash-test dummy to replace an outdated model largely based on male proportions would improve safety for women, who face higher fatality and injury risks on the road, officials said.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.