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US to sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia, Trump says ahead of crown prince’s visit
Trump will welcome Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House for the first time since Jamal Khashoggi’s murder.
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Trump will welcome Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House for the first time since Jamal Khashoggi’s murder.

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A new report by Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) alleges “systematic killings and cover-ups”.
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While digital life connects it can also distract. But is social media helping young people or harming them?

South Africa
This is to allow accused Rassie Nkune, time to consult with his new lawyer before the trial begins.

South Africa
Gigaba appeared at the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court in Johannesburg alongside four co-accused.

South Africa
The accused, Johannes Shokane, faces 25 charges including murder and money laundering.

South Africa
Principal is facing charges of kidnapping, attempted murder, rape and possession of a firearm.

World
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government recognises 10 new Indigenous lands during climate summit.

World
Andre McKechnie argues the Vegemite ban in Victoria’s jails denies him the right to “enjoy his culture”.
World
US President Donald Trump hailed the UN Security Council’s vote in favour of his Gaza peace plan, claiming it would lead to “further Peace all over the World”.
World
US lawmakers are expected to advance a bill requiring the release of government records on millionaire sex predator Jeffrey Epstein, in defiance of Donald Trump’s attempts to keep a lid on one of modern America’s most notorious case files.

Africa
TotalEnergies denies responsibility for the actions of local security forces involved in dozens of killings.

Africa
Israel says South Africa had previously agreed to receive the 153 Palestinians who arrived last week.

Africa
The structure fell after panicked miners reportedly fled from military gunfire.

Africa
Tens of thousands of people’s personal data has been leaked online, according to the US embassy.
Business

Business
Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson says South Africa is finally making real progress in its fight against the construction mafia.

Business
Typical gas and electricity bills are forecast to fall slightly from January when a new energy price cap began.

Business
Political and economic expert Dr Frans Cronje said South Africa is at an important turning point and that there are many positive signs in the economy.

Politics
Mogotsi also alleges Matlala paid former minister Bheki Cele R2 million in return for favours.
Politics
The ANC has stated that it expects former minister and MP Malusi Gigaba to step aside after he appeared in court on fraud and corruption charges.

Politics
Brown Mogotsi is today testifying before the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria.

Politics
Brown Mogotsi says ‘Cat’ Matlala is the John Wick who terrorised Pretoria communities.

Sport
England manager Sarina Wiegman says she is only focused on creating an honest, open environment within her squad, insisting she makes decisions “to win”. It follows criticism of her from former England goalkeeper Mary Earps in her recently released autobiography.

Sport
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheime says he’s “proud of his guys” after the team paid tribute to former teammate Marshawn Kneeland, who died earlier this month, before going on to beat the Las Vegas Raiders in their first NFL match since Kneeland’s passing.

Sport
Stuart Broad admits he still does not know how to get Steve Smith out and says the Ashes will be a “long series” if England cannot dismiss the Australia batter early.

Sport
A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.
Education
[Nile Post] The Minister for Education in the Kingdom of Buganda, Cotilda Nakate Kikomeko, joined the Smiling Star Junior School – Buloba community to mark the institution’s 10-year anniversary. The school was founded by Omuziira (Warrior) of the 2005 class, Kaye John Ddamba, who also serves as its director.
Education
[Premium Times] The professor was being prosecuted by the ICPC for sexually harassing female students in the University of Calabar where he worked.
Education
The view from Dartmouth, the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Wesleyan.
Education
We should not demand ever more knowledge of newcomers and ever less of our current citizens.

Lifestyle
Keep your kitchen safe. Learn why dishcloths, sponges, sinks and counters harbour dangerous bacteria, plus 10 steps to reduce germs at home.

Lifestyle
Reality TV star Kanya Mtsaka claimed to have had an affair with Springbok Makazole Mapimpi in rumours that have gone viral…

Lifestyle
Beverley, Nieu-Bethesda’s mannequin, went missing from her Karoo farm dam and returned after an adventure. Here is what happened.
Lifestyle
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment

Science/Tech
We found lots of math-filled and science-rich toys for tiny nerds to assemble, bake, squish—or even tear apart and rebuild.

Science/Tech
Problems at content delivery network provider Cloudflare caused disruptions to online platforms across the world on Tuesday.

Science/Tech
The company says it is working to working to understand the full impact of a problem which “impacts multiple customers.”

Science/Tech
The South African Information Regulator has revealed that it was notified of thousands of data breaches in the past two years.
Motoring

Motoring
Revived for the first time since 2018, the darkened touches, for now, can only be had in Europe.

Motoring
For now, only the volume-selling normally aspirated powertrain has been made available. The more powerful turbo has, however, been approved for 2026.
Motoring

Health
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.

Health
William from Bath, has had his jaw rebuilt using his own ribs allowing him to breathe independently.
Health
If the outbreaks cannot be extinguished by January, the anniversary of the first cases in Texas, the United States will lose what is known as “elimination status” as determined by the World Health Organization.
Health
The wildly popular fiction genre allows readers to talk openly about yearning, sex and desire. And it’s spilling over into their bedrooms.
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.