
Top Stories
Family cremates wrong body after hospital mistake
The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow has apologised and launched an investigation.
SATURDAY, 27 DECEMBER 2025, 12:55

Top Stories
The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow has apologised and launched an investigation.

Top Stories
Under the city’s integrated waste management by-law, it is illegal for any person to drop, throw, discard or deposit litter in a public place, including roads, pavements and open spaces.

Top Stories
Two South African National Defence Force members were swept away while on patrol during Operation Corona after a military vehicle attempted to cross a flooded river in Macadamia, Mpumalanga.

Top Stories
Seven people died in a head-on collision on N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast in Mpumalanga at about 1am on Saturday. One person was taken to hospital.

South Africa
The storm has affected parts of the Madadeni EMS base and the Niemeyer Memorial Hospital

South Africa
Police say the taxi operator dragged the man following an argument.

South Africa
Authorities says investigations are underway to determine the cause of the collision

South Africa
Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following a short illness.

World
Myanmar’s military rulers are holding a general election in phases starting Dec. 28 amid the country’s civil war. The head of the U.N. says the vote will be anything but free and fair.

World
The meteor could be seen blazing through the night sky over Japan’s Mount Fuji

World
In addition to ending fighting, the agreement calls for no further military movements by either side and no violations of either side’s airspace for military purposes.

World
The U.S. will shift some of the burden of defense to its allies, and it will equip them for it. One ally’s equipment: nuclear submarines for South Korea.

Africa
As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah begins another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles top stars who never lifted the trophy.

Africa
Sporting great Eliud Kipchoge says his plan to run marathons on seven different continents is about purpose, not records.

Africa
Another 35 people were injured in the explosion during evening prayers in the city of Maiduguri, police say.

Africa
Preliminary investigations revealed the motive could be linked to illegal mining turf wars, police said.

Business
FirstRand, the owner of FNB and RMB, is offering good value to investors, with the company set to grow in the digital banking space after buying a slice of Dubai-based Optasia.
Business
Business
Business

Politics
The EFF has described the attacks as a violation of African sovereignty.

Politics
More than R2 billion was embezzled from the hospital.

Politics
ANCYL spokesperson Zama Khanyase says President Cyril Ramaphosa has shown support for their call.

Politics
Community activist Mario “Gatto” Wanza died on Wednesday at the age of 59.

Sport
Hugo Broos has revealed what he and Mohamed Salah spoke about after Egypt’s 2-1 win over Bafana Bafana on Friday.

Sport
Captain Ben Stokes says there would be “hell on” if the Melbourne pitch upon which his England team beat Australia inside two days had been produced in another part of the world.

Sport
England captain Ben Stokes praises the way his side “held firm” and dealt with the noise surrounding the squad in the build up to the fourth Test before going out and performing as England beat Australia by four wickets in Melbourne to get their first win of the Ashes series.

Sport
Small-hall boxing has long been considered the sport’s lifeblood. But right now, it is struggling for survival. BBC Sport finds out why.
Education
A new study suggests that distressed borrowers using a simpler bankruptcy process are succeeding — and that more people like them should try.
Education
The grand jury received testimony that the man had acted to defend his son, who had faced bullying before the shooting, a local prosecutor said.
Education
[Liberian Observer] The future of education for dozens of vulnerable children at the Rainbow Orphanage in Gbarnga, Bong County, is under serious threat following the withdrawal of support from a key international donor, its founder has warned.
Education
Readers respond to a guest essay arguing that it is an unfair “racket. Also: An attack on climate research and safety; the value of immigrants to America.

Lifestyle
Bloemfontein’s big-city, small-town vibe is attracting first-time property buyers in their droves. But there’s more to it than that …

Lifestyle
The 26-year-old Broadway child star leaves behind a 3-year-old son.

Lifestyle
A record number of citizens will apply for the SA smart ID card in 2026, as the old green mamba ID book becomes a relic of the past …

Lifestyle
The real Grinch? A video of a Cape Peninsula baboon helping itself to Christmas goodies has gone viral on social media…

Entertainment
Two SANDF members were swept away by the strong current of the heavily flooded Nkomazi River.

Entertainment
At least 17 South Africans were recruited to fight for Russia in its war in Ukraine

Entertainment
An interesting encounter between the Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape should take centre stage at Boland Park on Saturday evening.

Entertainment
Instead of a babelaas on the first day of 2026, why not start the year off gently with an expert’s seven day plan to ease into the year.
Science/Tech
The political polarization of battery-powered cars may have started when Toyota released its first hybrid model 25 years ago.
Science/Tech
After the country barred children under 16 from using social media, many parents have been asking whether similarly tough action is needed in their own countries.

Science/Tech
The future of conflict is cheap, rapidly manufactured, and tough to defend against.

Science/Tech
One ISP fibre customer consumed an average of 116GB per hour in the last year.

Motoring
Chery is rapidly expanding in South Africa, with plans to launch two new car brands in early 2026.

Motoring
You don’t need to be a technical expert or mechanic – simple preparation gets you a long way.

Motoring
JMC has officially launched the Vigus bakkie in South Africa.

Motoring
Tyre theft is a massive problem in South Africa, but there are a few simple measures you can take to avoid becoming a victim.
Health
Recent research highlights that the egg may be the leading lady, but she needs her supporting cast.
Health
The National Kidney Registry has matched thousands of kidney donors with recipients. It has also paid millions of dollars to a company owned by its founder.
Health
She went on testosterone to help with her menopausal symptoms. The effects had unexpected consequences for their marriage.

Health
Some of the lamps – which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder – are available to loan for up to three weeks.