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‘Mercedes deals end Verstappen speculation – for now’
The spectre of Max Verstappen has hung heavily over both Mercedes drivers this season – and over Britain’s George Russell more so than rookie Kimi Antonelli.
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The spectre of Max Verstappen has hung heavily over both Mercedes drivers this season – and over Britain’s George Russell more so than rookie Kimi Antonelli.
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England avoided a shock defeat by Pakistan at the Women’s World Cup, being saved by heavy rain in Colombo.
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Apple’s announcement comes amid increased pressure between Washington and Beijing as new tariffs loom.
Top Stories
England slip to 79-7 against Pakistan before heavy rain abandons their group stage game at the Women’s World Cup in Colombo.
South Africa
The building is close to public transport and shops, making it easy for students to move around.
South Africa
ActionSA concerned over a delay in the release of crime statistics for the first quarter.
South Africa
Farmer Zacharia Olivier allegedly fired shots at three people in August last year.
South Africa
The NCV results will be handled by the DBE and other private assessment bodies.
World
As the ceasefire began, Israel released more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for hostages freed by Hamas. Amid the rubble in Gaza, families begin to find their way home.
World
Aaron David Miller, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, attributes the Gaza deal in part to Trump’s transactional nature and breaking of traditional diplomatic crockery.
World
Clashes in recent days have killed dozens of people on both sides of the border. Pakistan is grappling with militant attacks that have increased since 2021, when the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan.
World
Petitions have been filed in Nepal’s Supreme Court challenging the formation of an interim government and the dissolution of parliament following last month’s uprising, a court official said on Wednesday.
Africa
Before the last weekend, most people in Madagascar had no clue who Col Michael Randrianirina was.
Africa
Evidence of the intentional targeting of civilians in el-Fasher amounts to war crimes, researchers say.
Africa
Mourners gather in Nairobi following the death of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
Africa
A dominant figure in Kenyan politics for decades, Odinga made five unsuccessful attempts at the presidency.
Business
Bosses of the UK’s biggest energy suppliers were quizzed by MPs about support for their customers as prices rise.
Business
As workers start to miss pay, the impact of the shutdown will start to ripple out across industries.
Business
The change is a relaxation of rules that were brought in after the 2008 financial crash.
Business
Politics
The Cradock Four were killed by the security police while leaving Gqeberha in 1985.
Politics
Sibiya appeared before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee looking at concerns of national security.
Politics
Rafadi allegedly consistently asked Matlala for money.
Politics
Sibiya acknowledged the existence of many criminal syndicates in Gauteng.
Sport
BBC Sport looks at who may take the vacant places in Super League, which is expanding to 14 teams in 2026.
Sport
Orlando Pirates’ CAF Champions League dream continues against Saint Eloi-Lupopo, and SABC will deliver every moment live this Sunday.
Sport
Themba Zwane was seen celebrating with his Bafana Bafana teammates on Tuesday but will he be fit for AFCON in December?
Sport
A world title defence against Manny Pacquiao “can definitely be looked at” for IBF welterweight champion Lewis Crocker, according to the Belfast fighter’s manager Jamie Conlan.
Education
[Leadership] The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has emphasised the importance of financial literacy as a life skill and survival tool in today’s complex economy.
Education
Education
One in 10 people unwilling to live next to someone who has been mentally ill even if they have recovered, Mind reports
The number of people in England who are frightened of living near people with mental health problems has nearly doubled to one in seven, which experts warn reflects an “alarming rise in stigma”.
Even if the mentally ill person had recovered, one in 10 people said they would be...
Education
[UCT] The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Student Wellness Service (SWS) commemorated World Mental Health Day on 10 October. Qaanita Rossier, a registered counsellor at SWS, delivered an address under the theme, “Transcultural Mental Health”.
Lifestyle
Discover why plant parenting in South Africa is booming, from stress relief to stunning indoor jungles. It is a trend for all ages.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Entertainment
Titled Intlambululo, the album will be released on 24 October. Mandisi Dyantyis describes the album as ‘simple in nature’.
Entertainment
Entertainment
While the wire car is commonplace in South Africa, it doesn’t bring the community together in the same way it does in Philipstown, in the Karoo.
Entertainment
The actress announced her pregnancy a few days ago…
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader shares a report: On Wednesday, Pew Research Center published a survey assessing how parents in the US with children under 12 manage their kids’ screen time, which revealed that 61% of respondents overall reported their child ever uses or interacts with smartphones — including 38% of those with children under 2 years old. Much of this smartphone screen time is likely made up...
Science/Tech
From high-tech skin care to cool accessories, these are our favorite picks for the WIRED mom in your life.
Science/Tech
The best 100x crypto presale frenzy is lighting up 2025. With meme sensations like MoonBull, BullZilla, and La Culex charging ahead, plus heavy-hitters Monero, Avalanche, Ripple, and Hyperliquid, traders are clawing to join early. The market’s roar is louder than ever, and one project has stolen the spotlight. MoonBull’s presale is live at Stage 5, […]
Science/Tech
The Japanese government has made a formal request asking OpenAI to refrain from copyright infringement. The request came after Sora 2 began generating videos featuring copyrighted characters from anime and video games. Minoru Kiuchi spoke at the Cabinet Office press conference on Friday and described manga and anime as “irreplaceable treasures” that Japan boasts to the world. The request was...
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
The new all-electric SUV will slot in between XC40 Recharge and the flagship EX90.
Motoring
Health
A new analysis found that nearly 700 drugs approved for use in the United States depend on chemicals solely produced in China.
Health
The president’s call for removal of the metal from childhood inoculations set off alarms. About half of shots for polio, whooping cough and other diseases would be affected.
Health
Mike Nesbitt said a plan has been developed, but not yet been finalised, and will be published on Thursday.
Health
Sadag urges South Africans to fight mental health stigma through its ‘Go Green for Mental Health’ awareness campaign.
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.