South Africa

Tow truck driver killed in Cape Town shooting

A tow truck driver has been murdered in an early morning shooting in Athlone, Western Cape police have confirmed.

Africa

Nigeria's presidential election: The main candidates

Nigeria's presidential election may feature more than 70 candidates but it is ultimately expected to be a head-to-head between just two men.

World

North Koreans pay tribute to Kim's father in freezing cold

The Day of the Shining Star dawned bitterly cold in Pyongyang. But thousands of North Koreans lined up in temperatures of minus 8 degrees Celsius to pay their respects to late leader Kim Jong Il on his birthday.

Sport24

Spotlight on Stormers, Bulls as SA sides start Super Rugby charge

The Bulls and the Stormers will take centre stage from a South African perspective when the country's Super Rugby journey kicks off on Saturday.

Business

South Africans feel less happy than 5 years ago - survey

About 71% of South Africans surveyed by Pernod Ricard feel the country is less convivial - or happy - than five years ago.

Bill Gates is worth over R1 trillion and he plans to give most of it away — here's how he spends his money now

Bill and Melinda Gates released their 2019 annual letter. Gates is worth $96 billion, according to Forbes. See how he spends his fortune.

Entertainment

Pink got 13 stitches after slashing husband Carey Hart's tyres

Pink revealed she slashed her husband Carey Hart's tyres on Thanksgiving because it was stressful.

Semenya vs IAAF: State prepared to spend R25m on legal battle

The national government will spend an estimated R25 million towards the legal costs in Caster Semenya’s fight with the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) over proposed regulations that aim to restrict the levels of testosterone

Tech

These South African magnetic field barriers stop sharks 100% of the time - and they’ve just been installed in Reunion

The barrier is made out of tubes containing strong magnets, and biomimics a kelp forest to visually deter sharks.

Green

NASA heading back to Moon soon, and this time to stay

NASA is accelerating plans to return Americans to the Moon, and this time, the US space agency says it will be there to stay.

MyNews24

If you think Eskom is bad, have a look at Pacific Gas and Electric

Despite the fact that it is a liability, I have not seen any evidence of any fatalities as a result of Eskom's mismanagement.

health24

This is how much you're spending on your favourite sugary drink

The tax on sugary drinks amounts to 2.1 cents per gram of sugar. It represents an 11% increase on a can of Coca-Cola.

Wheels24

WATCH: Cool car life hacks that will make your day

Sometimes, everyone needs a little life hack to help you get through the day - here are five that will benefit motorists everywhere.

W24

One of SA's youngest female cardiologists who was bullied about her revealing outfit has laid a charge of crimen injuria

"Stop stereotyping ... that needs to end."

Travel

9 of the best hotel room views: Igloos that look onto snow-capped mountains and cityscapes reminiscent of Gotham City

Whether it's skyscrapers or winter wonderlands, hotel rooms with a view make any stay all the more magical.

Parent24

Cardi B on her postnatal depression: “Out of nowhere, the world was heavy on my shoulders”

“I thought I was going to avoid it. When I gave birth, the doctor told me about postpartum, and I was like, ‘Well, I’m doing good right now, I don’t think that’s going to happen.’ But out of nowhere, the world was heavy on my shoulders.”

Food24

Can we find a plant that scrambles like an egg? These guys have and you need to see it

CEO of Just, Inc - Joshua Tetrick, explains what's wrong and what's right with the traditional meat and dairy industry.

Careers24

A checklist to ensure you’ll start your new job on the right note

If you’re reading this, chances are that you’re about to embark on your new career adventure.

Property24

Snap up a well-priced home in Simon’s Town while you still can

Investors are seeing the growth potential of Simon's Town in the Western Cape, with house prices starting from R1.7m to upwards of R14m for higher-end properties.

Gaming

Resident Evil 2 Free Content “The Ghost Survivors” Out Now

Resident Evil 2 blew us away last month. The game is not only one of, if not the best survival horror titles out there, but also set a new standard for remakes. It is absolutely brilliant and if you do everything, you can get about 20 hours out of this amazing horror experience by Capcom. …