South Africa

Peter Marais says he is back to fight for Afrikaans, self-determination and for Christian values

The Freedom Front Plus has announced former Cape Town mayor and Western Cape premier Peter Marais as its candidate for the premiership of the Western Cape.

Africa

Ghana police quiz lawmaker after reporter's death

A Ghanaian politician who promised to pay anyone who attacked an undercover reporter has been questioned as part of the investigation into his death, police have announced.

World

2 doctors for incapacitated US patient who gave birth leave facility

Two doctors who cared for an incapacitated woman who gave birth at a long term care centre in Phoenix as a result of a sexual assault are no longer providing medical services there.

Sport24

Nicest human I coached: Meyer on Lambie

Heyneke Meyer, Springbok coach for almost 70 percent of his games, has joined the tribute-makers to Pat Lambie. Rob Houwing reports.

Business

World Bank says Eskom simply too big to fail

"It is just too big to allow it to disintegrate, and fixing all these pieces will be costlier than trying to reform it," the bank’s country director for SA said at a media briefing in Johannesburg.

The world's CEOs are getting increasingly nervous about the state of the global economy, a major new survey shows

Global CEOs praised 2018 as a year of strong global growth – but by the end of the year they'd changed their minds completely. Now they're eying China and India rather than the US for new investment.

Entertainment

WATCH LIVE: 2019 Oscar nominees announced

The nominees for the 91st Academy Awards have been announced.

PIC suspends two staff members following probe into Ayo deal

The board of the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) on Tuesday announced that it has suspended one of its executives and a staff member following the completion of a preliminary probe report into the Ayo Technology Solution transaction.

Tech

The internet's 'father' says it was born with two big flaws

Vint Cerf, now Google's chief internet evangelist, said he's not sure he would have fixed the problems if he had to do it all over again.

Green

World to miss 2020 climate 'turning point' - analysis

The world is on course to miss its "best chance" of preventing runaway climate change by ensuring global greenhouse gas emissions peak in 2020, researchers warn.

MyNews24

Today is better than yesterday in Gauteng

Due to the better quality of life in this province, many people have been relocating to Gauteng to have access to better social and infrastructure services, and to get employment opportunities.

health24

4 blood conditions you’re more likely to get – because you’re a woman

Be alert to the signs.

Wheels24

#10YearChallenge: Formula 1 drivers edition

10 years ago the Formula 1 paddock was very different. A baby-faced Lewis Hamilton had won his first title and Jenson Button was competing for Brawn Racing. Check out six drivers ten years on.

W24

Avon Canada apologises for "dimples are cute on your face" but "not on your thighs" ad that offended many

Welcome to 2019, Avon.

Travel

WATCH: GoPro $1m challenge: How this SA vlogger got his incredible shots

Travel and action sports filmmaker and vlogger Chris Rogers from SA shared a video that shows what it took to make the cut for GoPro's Million Dollar Challenge.

Parent24

What do extramurals cost in SA in 2019?

Feeling limited by the list of extracurriculars offered by your child's school? We look at the costs of dozens of options: from ballet and boxing to music and Mandarin.

Food24

Let's talk about chops: How to transform this braai favourite into a classy dinner

Chops aren’t just meant for the braai, this versatile cut of meat can be crumbed, pan-fried or even roasted.

Careers24

Why 2019 is an interesting year to get a Management qualification

When reflecting on epochs in world history, historians often make reference to an ancient Chinese curse – ‘May you live in interesting times!’

Property24

Must-see: 7 'wow' homes for R12m-plus in Joburg’s Bedfordview

Close to Sandton, Johannesburg’s Bedfordview is an upmarket residential destination with top schools and shopping spots. Take a peek at these opulent homes…

Gaming

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Review

I grew up playing the Ace Combat games as I am sure many of you did too and they have always delivered some pretty epic jet fighting gameplay set in fictional worlds with a gripping story and great level of detail when it comes to aircraft and customization. Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown may be …