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BBC Sport looks at five Premier League matches which underline the ups and downs of Ruben Amorim’s 14-month reign at Manchester United.

Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk launched its once-daily Wegovy pill in the US on Monday.

The South African Police Service made over 16,000 arrests nationwide between 29 December 2025 and 4 January 2026.

Police say over 900 suspects were arrested for alcohol-related offences. 

This follows delays of up to three hours yesterday.

Education Activist Makaneta says this legal process is essential for providing regulatory certainty.

The U.S. forces’ capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas has left many people with questions. Here’s what we know so far, including who is running the country.

What’s next for the U.S. engagement in Venezuela? President Trump says the U.S. will run the country for now, but there are no American troops or diplomats in the country.

Three Venezuelans react to the U.S. operation that removed Nicolas Maduro from power and what U.S. involvement might mean in the long run.

It is the latest accident on one of the world’s most dangerous routes used by West Africans trying to reach Spain.

Millions around the world are living in the shadows as stateless people as they lack official papers.

Gabon’s sports minister announces a series of punishments after the national team’s “disgraceful performance” at the Africa Cup of Nations.

From meteor showers to supermoons, here are some of the sights that wowed stargazers this year.

Stellantis South Africa is still trying to recall over 20 cars in South Africa amid a serious safety issue with their airbags.

South African airline FlySafair has been named the most on-time airline in the Middle East and Africa, with an on-time score that surpasses that of the world’s official number one in the rankings.

The Department of Basic Education has slammed the VF Plus for questioning the integrity of the 2025 matric exams.

Lamola has emphasised SA’s commitment to principle-based leadership at home and abroad

The one-day meeting will discuss January 8 Statement preparations and the 114th anniversary rally.

Subsequent talks to persuade the Communist Party otherwise have since failed.

He retired from politics in 2004 and returned to his farm near Adelaide in the Eastern Cape.

A former Manchester United player? A current Premier League manager? An overseas coach? BBC Sport looks at the possible replacements for Ruben Amorim.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Mark Bosnich says the fans want clarity and to know what is going on behind the scenes after the club sacked head coach Ruben Amorim.

Orlando Pirates have some exciting names on their January shopping list with the Soweto giants set to make some big moves.

Kaizer Chiefs will be in action later this month as they look to challenge for the league but Pirates and Downs will have Bafana stars back.

Chris says a lack of placements for children being taken into care shows the strain on the system.

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi celebrated his ‘girlfriend’ Rachel John’s 25th birthday with her at Surf’s Lodge in Jeffrey’s Bay.

Refunds are offered if less than seven overs are bowled in a match that is called off.

The allegations were made by America’s Got Talent star and violinist Brian King Joseph, who has since filed a lawsuit against Smith.

The Limpopo-born hitmaker survived a serious car crash while travelling to perform, leaving fans shaken

Mike and Luke Bell’s high-speed drone, the Peregreen V4, has reclaimed the title of the world’s fastest drone after an Australian team dethroned the Peregreen V3 in December 2025.

iOCO is stepping up its share repurchase programme, acquiring a further 2.34 million ordinary shares in December.

Promises of better sleep—and better poops—are driving the magnesium supplements craze.

South Africa plans to change the way speeding fines are issued nationwide.

Stellantis has identified safety faults with 26 different models from six car brands.

Motorists are starting the new year with a considerable reduction in the price of petrol and diesel.

The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.

Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow – and this year is less about maxing out, more about recovering well.

From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running.