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The fishing boat tried to flee when ordered to stop for an inspection inside Japan’s territorial waters, authorities say.

On Under the Sun, Sun-El Musician lets go of perfection, embraces risk and steps boldly into his independent era

Arsenal are four points clear at the top of the Premier League with 12 games to play – but will recent history repeat itself?

The renowned choreographer returns to the Baxter not as performer but architect, with Genesis, a daring meditation on beginnings, endings and Black consciousness

Sussan Ley, plagued by poor polls, was deposed by Angus Taylor after just nine months in the job.

The US president has shaken up international relations and the continent is working out where it stands.

Eight people were killed, ranging in age from 11 to 39, with 25 people injured in the shootings at a school and a home.

The move marks the culmination of a decade-long push by the president to tear up climate policies he argues stifle industry.

Somali Islamist militant group al-Shabab has staged several attacks in Kenya, prompting the border to be closed.

Search efforts are continuing for the missing passengers, who included children.

Madagascar’s disaster management says roads are inaccessible with trees uprooted, power poles down and ninety percent of roofs ripped off.

The political rift that could spiral into conflict again after the vice-president was accused of treason.

Vibe-coding tools – which let people without coding skills create apps using AI – are exploding in popularity.

Rain plus the political environment is creating a “powerful psychological need for escape”, travel agents say.

As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay.

Developing a durable and affordable hand is one of the biggest challenges in robotics.

The president said senior officials in municipalities would be appointed through an independent process free from political interference

The president said the South African National Defence Force would be deployed to support police in tackling gang violence and illegal mining

The president said the army would be deployed to tackle illegal mining and gang violence and pledged urgent action against organised crime

Party leader Julius Malema said the move signalled the president’s loss of confidence in the police

Defending champion Rory McIlroy makes a solid start to the first round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am as Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune sets the early pace with a 10-under 62.

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Mikel Arteta says his side lacked discipline and composure in the second half, as Arsenal have to settle for a 1-1 draw away at Brentford in the Premier League.

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Daffy Duck and Porky Pig – and AI – with his predictions for all 32 FA Cup third-round ties.

UK charity warns against excessive academic pressure and suggests reducing the number of high-stakes tests

Exam stress at age 15 can increase the risk of depression and self-harm into early adulthood, research suggests.

Academic pressure is known to have a detrimental impact on mood and overall wellbeing, but until now few studies had examined the long-term effects on mental health.

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The SANDF band’s choice of song at SONA – ‘Water’ – and a near-disastrous 21-gun salute left many South Africans amused…

Minister of Small Business Development Stella Ndabeni bragged about wearing local – including thrift store items – on the SONA red carpet.

The principal of Roedean has resigned amid a public apology to fellow school, King David Linksfield, and the Jewish community…

Political parties react sharply to Ramaphosa’s Sona, questioning delivery, accountability and election-year promises.

Crime and water were among the major issues touched upon by Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa touched on several key issues facing the country in his State of the Nation Address on Thursday evening.

Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 12 February 2026 that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

The Asus Zenbook S 16 was a favorite of ours last year, but the price was always too high. Now it has dropped to $1,000, and it’s a total steal.

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, our hosts dive into WIRED’s scoop about a secret Trump administration campaign extending right into your backyard.

Hybrid and electric cars are starting to take off in South Africa thanks to an influx of new, affordable models.

How much motorists spend on petrol each month depends on a range of factors.

The company said it also plans to launch two new models in South Africa this year – the Nexon and Sierra.

Backlog drops below 7.3m for first time since 2023 in England, but concern over long A&E waits.

What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?