‘We love life’: Gaza couple celebrate wartime wedding
RAFAH, Palestinian Territories – Surrounded by family and friends, clapping and cheering, Gaza woman Afnan Jibril beams a brilliant smile on her wedding day, determined to celebrate even as war…
Russia launched 40 missiles, drones overnight: Ukraine
KYIV – Russia launched dozens of attacks over Ukraine overnight, the Ukrainian air force said Saturday, as Kyiv pushes for more air defence. “A total of 40 means of enemy…
Taiwan votes in key election under Chinese threats
TAIPEI – Millions of Taiwanese voted Saturday for a new president in the face of threats from China that choosing the wrong leader could set the stage for war on…
SA’s portrayed Israel as a lawless state that’s above the law, ICJ hears
CAPE TOWN – Israel has concluded its arguments before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), saying South Africa has portrayed it as a lawless state that’s above the law. It’s…
Visual Diary: ANC’s 112th anniversary
[embedded content] Katlego Jiyane | The ANC celebrated it’s 112th anniversary at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga. African National Congress ANC Email Print Tweet
KZN search & rescue teams combing Tongaat for couple swept away in floods
JOHANNESBURG – While the official death toll now stands at six, search and rescue teams in KwaZulu-Natal are combing through Tongaat looking for a couple that was swept away in…
State gives reasons for bail to be denied to alleged insurance killer
JOHANNESBURG – The State in the case against alleged insurance killer, Segomotsi Setshwantsho, has argued that the seriousness of the charges against her will be motivation for her to flee…
WC Safety MEC calls for better police intelligence in wake of 2 mass shootings
CAPE TOWN – Western Cape Community Safety MEC Reagen Allen said it was deeply horrific that two mass murders were reported within 48 hours in two Cape Town communities. In…
Transnet stands by Durban terminal partner
Transnet has defended its pick to run its Durban Pier 2 container terminal in the wake of a court challenge by snubbed bidder APM Terminals. During a media briefing on…
Anglo American rejects ‘unattractive’ BHP bid
Anglo American’s board has unanimously rejected a $38.8 billion takeover bid by Australian giant BHP after concluding that the proposal “significantly undervalues” the JSE-listed mining company. The company made the…
Property sales slow ahead of poll
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‘Older than she looks’: Nomvelo Makhanya’s age shocks SA
With a career spanning years, South African actress Nomvelo Makhanya has quickly become one of the most followed actresses and has wowed many with her unmatched acting flair. The actress…
Royal who? Prince William and Princess Kate’s secret nicknames
Even royals have secret nicknames, and Prince William and Princess Kate are no different. It’s pretty sweet. Can you guess what they call each other? PRINCE WILLIAM AND PRINCESS KATE’S…
Do fish drink water or just breathe it?
We all know fish live in water, but when it comes to hydration, things get a little fishy! Unlike us landlubbers who guzzle down glasses of water, fish have a…
Do our ducky chums need a pond?
Those fluffy feathers, paddling feet, and charming quacks – it’s no wonder ducks are becoming popular pets. But when it comes to caring for these feathered friends, a common question…
What Students Read Before They Protest
When I was a college undergraduate 25 years ago, the fancy school that I attended offered what it styled as a “core curriculum” that was really nothing of the sort.…
South Africa: Three Decades of Freedom – Too Many Flaws in SA’s Education System
In June 1976, thousands of black school children took to the streets in Soweto over the use of Afrikaans as the medium of instruction at majority black schools. More than…
Ethiopia: Over 4 Million Children Out of School in Amhara Region – UN
Armed conflict, drought, and other compounding factors are keeping more than 4.1 million children out of school in the Amhara region, according to a United Nations Office for the Coordination…
‘Decisions Under Fire’: Campuses Try a Mix of Tactics as Protests Grow
Wearing riot helmets and carrying zip ties, Boston police officers moved in one day this week and surrounded a group of pro-Palestinian protesters on a grassy patch of Northeastern University’s…