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Jose Mourinho is set to be appointed Real Madrid’s new manager. Spanish football expert Guillem Balague explains why.

Noam Bettan was met with a mixture of cheering, boos and chants as he performed in Vienna on Tuesday night.

The Gauteng Health Department says the hospital is relying on backup water systems

The case against Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni has been postponed.

No vehicles transporting hazardous goods will be allowed through Huguenot tunnel.

Minister Motsoaledi has sent his condolences to the bereaved family.

Spring is snail season in Seville. Caracoles in southern Spain differ from the well-known French escargot — they’re smaller and eaten directly from the shell. And everyone has a favorite tapas bar that serves them.

The woman who was on a virus-hit ship shows “no signs of illness”, the government of Pitcairn Islands, a British Overseas Territory, says.

Two children are among those reported dead after seven cars were struck in separate attacks south of Beirut.

Witnesses say a burst of gunfire has rung out in the Philippine Senate where authorities have tried to arrest a senator who is wanted by the ICC.

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf’s reputation.

A BBC investigation exposed how scammers posted social content of dogs in distress to dupe donors into giving money.

Seven deaths in southern Malawi expose legal gaps, weak prosecutions and a colonial law that authorities say is no longer fit to manage modern waves of panic-driven violence

The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.

City of Johannesburg’s worsening financial position is posing a major risk to property sentiment and values in the city, which is already seeing an outflow of millionaires due to governance concerns.

South Africa’s Cabinet has approved a bill that would mean one of the biggest regulatory shake-ups in decades for South Africa’s retirement fund industry.

Ex-England and Leicester Tigers hooker Tom Youngs says the new venture brings families to the farm.

Treasury wants the IEC to first submit audited financial statements before it can use the money

Judge Aubrey Ledwaba has occupied the seat of Gauteng Deputy President since 2013.

Tabling the Section 89 report of the Independent Panel is the first of five steps Didiza announced.

IPID has found various wrong doing on the part of the head of the Presidential Protection Unit

Motherwell insist they have received no approach for manager Jens Berthel Askou amid reports linking the Dane with French Ligue 1 side Toulouse.

Spain’s Igor Arrieta beats Afonso Eulalio of Portugal to win a soaking-wet stage five of the Giro d’Italia after a thrilling breakaway battle.

Luke Donald says he is “delighted” that Jon Rahm will be available for Ryder Cup selection after the Spaniard settles his dispute with the DP World Tour.

Olympic swimming champion Daniel Wiffen says he will use his mother’s recovery from cancer as “motivation” as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in July.

South African DJ, publicist and fashion designer Maria McCloy has died at the age of 50 following heart failure.

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Ingolstadt’s X7 and GLS rival will have six or seven-seats, three displays, a standard panoramic sunroof and petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

While crowded events can make parents anxious, the Marble Magical Family festival created a feeling of comfort and trust

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In Musk v. Altman, the company sought to show the jury a remarkable trophy as physical proof of Elon Musk’s concerning behavior.

Chery’s newest SUV can be converted to a double-cab bakkie, and it’s coming to South Africa.

The Kia Carens is the newest 7-seater family SUV on sale in South Africa.

The Toyota Starlet sold in South Africa received the lowest possible safety rating during crash testing.

Wegovy and Mounjaro are available to certain patients on the NHS, and can also be bought privately.

Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a “hidden health risk every time they buy lunch”.