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Spurs boss Thomas Frank under more pressure and scrutiny after holding Arsenal-branded cup before 3-2 defeat by Bournemouth that left side 14th in Premier League.

The government will phase in the reforms over several years, with many measures subject to consultation.

New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior was optimistic when arriving, but Wednesday’s 2-1 defeat at Fulham underlines the scale of the task ahead.

With Manchester City’s crucial month beginning badly, Pep Guardiola is left to hope that their campaign is not derailing in similar fashion to last season.

The woman is charged with forcing a girl to have sexual intercourse with her co-accused.

Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse says Andy Mothibi has the skills for his appointment as the new NDPP

Strong winds fuel blaze as Boschendal, three helicopters were deployed to support ground crews.

Sipho Ngomane is accused of killing his wife, a police officer.

Other than President Maduro, Venezuela’s new leadership looks a lot like the old. We look at who’s in charge.

After a two-week chase, U.S. forces seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the north Atlantic. The tanker was originally bound for Venezuela but had changed course to avoid the U.S. ships.

Politicians in Denmark are dealing with widespread fears over U.S. officials’ statements about taking over the Danish territory of Greenland. President Trump said it’s crucial for security interests.

The French film star had wanted her funeral to be without fanfare – but locals wanted to pay her a proper adieu.

Trackers in DR Congo’s Virunga National Park spotted the babies being hugged by their mother on Saturday.

Abubakar Malami was one of the most influential figures in the administration of former President Buhari.

At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

About 85 Ethiopian migrants were trying to leave the country when the accident occurred, authorities say.

Faisal Islam gets rare access to Willow – Google’s quantum computer.

Trump’s import levies are still changing the patterns of international trade.

It follows a BBC investigation three years ago which exposed a toxic culture at the fast-food chain.

It said analysts discovered the images on a dark-web forum, by users who claimed to have used Grok

The statement was released as the party today began the disciplinary process to punish Mbali Shinga.

President Ramaphosa met Kgosi Leruo Molotlegi of the Royal Bafokeng ahead of ANC North West events.

Paul O’Sullivan, Julius Mkhwanazi, Robert McBride and Brown Mogotsi among witnesses.

President Ramaphosa is adamant that Mothibi has distinguished himself as an outstanding SIU head.

Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Stephen Warnock look at who should take charge at Manchester United following Ruben Amorim’s departure earlier this week.

Darren Fletcher will remain in charge of Manchester United for their FA Cup match against Brighton – as the club battle problems that go far deeper than sorting out managerial uncertainty.

Jacob Bethell’s memorable innings comes to an end as he’s caught for 154 by Alex Carey, off the bowling of Mitchell Starc to leave England 328-9, with a lead of 146 on day five of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Match of the Day’s Danny Murphy analyses Fulham’s Harry Wilson’s current form and “intelligent” winning performance against Chelsea.

Yikes! US streamer IShowSpeed unintentionally butchered Springbok and Sharks star Siya Kolisi’s name during a livestream…

Actor, writer and creator of “All the queen’s men” has spoken out about his show no longer being a part of Tyler Perry Studios.

Cape Town residents are venting on social media about the influx of international tourists to the city over the December festive break…

While Siya Kolisi is on ‘baecation’ with alleged new girlfriend in Victoria Falls, Rachel revealed what fans can expect from her screening.

In a pulsating SA20 game played on Wednesday night, Durban’s Super Giants hosted the Pretoria Capitals at Kingsmead.

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Analysis finds those who stopped using medication saw weight return four times faster compared with other weight loss plans

People who stop taking weight loss jabs regain all the weight originally lost in under two years, significantly faster than those on any other weight loss plan, according to a landmark study.

Weight loss medications, known as GLP-1 agonists, were originally developed as...

Researchers suggest that they have recovered sequences from ancient works and letters that may belong to the Renaissance genius.

South Africa’s car industry ended 2025 on a high note, with two automakers doing particularly well last month.

South Africa is developing a new digital permit and plans to extend the validity period of driver’s licenses to 8 years.

The price of cars has steadily risen in recent years, leaving a very short list of cars available to South Africans for less than R200,000.

Researchers are looking to see if there’s a link between hormonal fluctuations and gambling addiction.