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I’m 98 but I still do my 40 press-ups every day
Bill Kober, who lives in Woodbridge, is proving that age is just a number… one press-up at a time.
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Bill Kober, who lives in Woodbridge, is proving that age is just a number… one press-up at a time.

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Former national security advisor to Donald Trump, John Bolton, pleaded guilty in federal court to mishandling classified information
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The expanded ban is set to take effect in early July

South Africa
June 26 marked four years since the 21 young people died at the Enyobeni Tavern.

South Africa
A number of groups have set June 30 as the deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave SA.

South Africa
This is to expedite the deportation and repatriation processes for illegal immigration
South Africa
Tshwane Metro Police warn of road closures ahead on 30 June
The Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department (TMPD) has issued a traffic advisory ahead of a planned march on 30 June 2026, warning motorists of road closures and traffic disruptions in Pretoria’s city centre.
According to the media alert, the march is being held to protest against undocumented foreign nationals.
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World
Five charts help illustrate the state of Canada’s economy – and how it’s performing compared to other wealthy nations.

World
The Zulu-language series about a man with multiple wives is a worldwide hit.

World
Some analysts say the first non-stop London to Sydney flight is a major milestone – but would you buy a ticket?

World
The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.

Africa
Kinshasa accuses its neighbour of committing various violations since the 1994 Rwanda genocide.

Africa
BBC Africa travels to Cape Verde to examine how the surprise package of the 2026 World Cup is developing footballing talent on the archipelago.

Africa
The East African government says the move is necessary because of security threats.

Africa
It relates to a 17-year-old girl – four men including her father and husband face years in jail if convicted.

Business
The US president says “Numerous European countries” have been discussing bringing in such a levy.

Business
In this week’s episode, there’s a deep dive into first-time buyer savings, with a special focus on Lifetime ISAs.

Business
When the conflict began on 28 February, fuel costs jumped as the war disrupted the production and transportation of energy across the Middle East.

Business
How do you escape an overdraft? Finance expert Ioan Bain explains

Politics
SAPS announced that it will partner with private security to maintain stability, on 30 June

Politics
EFF says it has submitted a motion of no confidence in National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza.

Politics
Inter-ministerial Committee on Migration briefs media on SA govt’s comprehensive migration.

Politics
The IEC says its School Democracy Programme is helping prepare future voters and leaders.

Sport
Celtic continue chase for Hibs midfielder as Rangers consider a goalkeeper swap deal…

Sport
New Ferens Park feels a world away from the New York New Jersey Stadium, but it was on this artificial pitch in the north east of England where a future member of Thomas Tuchel’s World Cup squad got what he called his “break”.

Sport
Luke Humphries beats Luke Littler in a deciding leg to defend his US Darts Masters title in New York.

Sport
Mbekezeli Mbokazi has reportedly attracted interest from Nottingham Forest after a breakthrough season with Chicago Fire FC and Bafana Bafana.

Education
As his new novel is published, the US author talks about nurturing the next generation of creatives, debating Sam Altman – and why he writes on a boat in San Francisco Bay
At Dave Eggers’s suggestion, we’re starting the interview by life drawing together. The novelist dropped out of art school but has been drawing for decades, and his new book is set in the art world. Prudence, our model,...

Education
Exclusive: Researchers call for urgent investigation of risks to babies of tablets, smartphones and other digital devices
Screen time for babies and toddlers under the age of two has been linked with long-term negative effects on health and quality of life and should be avoided, according to a landmark study.
It warns that using screens during that period may lead to wide-ranging developmental...
Education
The people who know playgrounds best want a pink basketball court, hair-braiding station, and pollinator garden.

Education
Calls for reform to student loan system as those studying for a master’s can be left with ‘a life tax’
Whether to pursue a master’s degree was not really a choice for Francesca Peters. Fresh from an undergraduate degree in biochemistry in 2020, she had set her sights on securing her dream job. There was a catch, however. The only route into her chosen field was further study – and more...

Lifestyle
There are millions of South Africans across the country who may be struggling this winter. Here’s how you can assist them…

Lifestyle
A list ranking the world’s most beautiful cities for 2026 has been revealed, with Cape Town taking its breathtaking place at the top.

Lifestyle
South Africans are doing what they do best – trolling – this time against team Canada who will play Bafana Bafana in the FIFA World Cup RO32.

Lifestyle
From Durban to the Deep South: An Indian family have spoken out about how and why they chose to take up refugee status in the US…

Entertainment
‘The enforcement landscape has permanently shifted from the policy room to the field’

Entertainment
The former Bok coach is a free agent, having left the Bulls job a while ago.

Entertainment
They were released on strict conditions including not to interfere with state witnesses.

Entertainment
Attractive styling, new interior and plenty of hardware upgrades give double cab new lease on life.
Science/Tech
Friday Bitcoin closed at just $59,948 — dropping 19% just for June and more than 50% lower than its record high in October of $124,310. To commemorate the occasion CNBC interviewed long-time bitcoin skeptic Jeremy Grantham, reporting that the 87-year-old cofounder/chief investment strategist of the massive asset-management firm GMO is “predicting it will gradually fade into irrelevance over...
Science/Tech
Astronomers have discovered two Jupiter-sized exoplanets with densities lower than cotton candy, making them the lightest known worlds of their size. The rare “super-puffs,” located about 1,110 light-years away, are likely composed mostly of hydrogen and helium, with follow-up observations by the James Webb Space Telescope expected to probe their atmospheres. The Associated Press reports:...
Science/Tech
“The US government has allowed Anthropic to release its powerful Mythos AI model to select companies and organizations,” reports CNN, “revising license requirements after ordering an export block earlier this month in the wake of national security fears.”Since the export ban earlier in June, “Anthropic has worked with the US government to address risks associated with the Covered Models,”...

Science/Tech
After weeks of negotiations, the White House permitted Anthropic to restore access to its most advanced AI model for a select group of US companies and government agencies.
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Health
Prof Christopher Balogun-Lynch was “pivotal” in the development of Milton Keynes University Hospital.

Health
Carol Turansky says it was only discovered after she contacted the breast cancer screening unit.

Health
Researchers launch a “Laughter Lab” to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health.
Health
The order, which calls for studying the health risks of pesticides in the food supply, does not involve new federal funding, and does not call for regulations or legislation.