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Five things you should know about Mexico’s Day of the Dead
Between skulls and marigold flowers, here is the significance of the Day of the Dead.
FRIDAY, 31 OCTOBER 2025, 09:17

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Between skulls and marigold flowers, here is the significance of the Day of the Dead.

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One of the constant refrains throughout England’s triumphant run at Euro 2025 – and indeed most women’s football matches in recent years – has been how important the success of the Lionesses has been for the growth of the game. But what has been the impact?

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Haiti reported the highest number of deaths following catastrophic flooding from hurricane rains.

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Hamas hands over two more bodies of Israeli captives as Palestinians wonder if truce will hold.

South Africa
Court has ruled that Chief Albert Luthuli’s death was as a result of assault injuries.

South Africa
The State in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial is expected to continue with cross-examination.

South Africa
Mkhwanazi allegedly used his powers to supply Matlala’s private vehicles with EMPD blue lights.
South Africa
Tenderpreneur Rudolf Schoeman’s modus operandi was already on full display during the 2018 Bospoort contract, but the red flags were ignored or buried, which helped CMS Water Engineering secure the R291-million Rooiwal contract.

World
In a recent episode of her TV series, the reality star said she believed the moon landing was fake.
World
The death toll from Hurricane Melissa rose to nearly 50 people, officials said, after the ferocious storm devastated Caribbean islands and was bearing down on Bermuda.

World
The Gaudí-designed architectural marvel now stands at an impressive 162.91 metres.

World
Communities across the northern Caribbean are dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. The storm has left many without homes, power or communication.

Africa
Tensions remain with protests expected to continue, after demonstrations were reported in some towns overnight.

Africa
The announcement comes after growing reports of the mass killings, including of patients at a hospital.

Africa
Hadush Kebatu was given the money to avoid a “slower, more expensive process”, Downing Street said.

Africa
Sudan was thrown into disarray in 2023 when its army and a paramilitary group began a power struggle.

Business
South Africa’s shortage of air-traffic controllers is “almost compromising service delivery” by the state-owned company that manages the nation’s airspace.

Business
Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Friday, 31 October 2025.

Business
South Africa’s red meat industry is in crisis as the country battles what experts are calling one of the most severe epidemics in its history.

Business
If you’re struggling to get on top of your money, here are four ways to help you manage it better.

Politics
The United Nations Security Council has condemned the assault by the paramilitary RSF on El Fasher.

Politics
Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, says Madlanga Commission indicates how much cleaning must be done.
Politics
Constantia resident Deputy President Paul Mashatile highlighted inequality in Cape Town as the reason why the Western Cape’s municipal model is not the best in the country.

Politics
Minority parties have filed a motion of no confidence in Joburg Mayor Dada Morero.

Sport
Quarterback Lamar Jackson marks his return from injury by throwing four touchdown passes to help the Baltimore Ravens beat the Miami Dolphins 28-6.

Sport
Watch the three FA Cup goals scored by Jack Wilshere and Robbie Savage, who meet as managers in the first round on Friday evening.

Sport
Former manager Neil Warnock says Cardiff City are reaping the rewards of allowing attacking midfielder Rubin Colwill a free role in the team.

Sport
The Proteas Women will face India at a packed out stadium in Navi Mumbai on Sunday in the Cricket World Cup final.
Education
[allAfrica] Accra, Ghana — Young people are not just beneficiaries of education but key partners in shaping its future.
Education
[allAfrica] Accra, Ghana — It is estimated that 90% of African children in school are unable to read or write, and the situation is worse in conflict-affected areas.

Education
National Audit Office finds £415m overspend as more children travel farther to schools that meet their needs
Home-to-school transport costs in England have risen to £2.3bn a year, as increasing numbers of children with special educational needs and disabilities travel farther afield to schools that can meet their requirements, according to a report.
More than half a million children and young...
Education
A new rule could disqualify certain employers from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that are deemed to be engaged in “illegal activities.”

Lifestyle
Petrolheads, rejoice: the Killarney Motor Show is returning to Cape Town this weekend, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Lifestyle
Since stepping down, former minister of police, Bheki Cele has had the time to enjoy trying new things during his retirement….

Lifestyle
Despite being one of South Africa’s funniest comedians, Leon Schuster has opened up about his personal battle with depression and loneliness.

Lifestyle
A group of Afrikaners who penned the ‘Not in our name’ open letter to President Trump are asking South Africans to sign their petition.
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Science/Tech
MTN Nigeria has delivered a sharp turnaround in the nine months to 30 September 2025 and declared an interim dividend.
Science/Tech
schwit1 shares a report from Behind the Black: SpaceX is going to land this spaceship manned on the Moon, whether or not NASA’s SLS and Orion are ready. And even if those expensive, cumbersome, and poorly designed boondoggles are ready for those first two Artemis landings, SpaceX is likely to quickly outmatch them with numerous other private missions to the Moon, outside of NASA. It has the...

Science/Tech
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has published new regulations for transporting power batteries and battery-powered devices like power banks on planes.

Science/Tech
Companies that govern AI thoughtfully can gain advantage without putting their business, data, or people at unnecessary risk.

Motoring
Brand’s new energy vehicle division will grow by a further two models in 2026.

Motoring
First Changan-badged SUV in South Africa has a single powertrain option, but can be specified with five or seven seats.
Motoring

Motoring
The sibling of the Peugoet Landtrek becomes South Africa’s first range-extending electric bakkie.
Health
She had to fight for recognition after a male colleague took credit for her work in identifying an extra chromosome as the cause of that genetic condition.
Health
A large-scale randomized trial of texting therapy concluded that its outcomes were as good as video sessions in treating depression.

Health
UK Health Security Agency urges people to get vaccinated with cases on the rise.
Health
Dr. Means was set to face questions Thursday from members of a senate health committee. The hearing was postponed.
Nature
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
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
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.