South Africa

Hawks nab alleged poachers of endangered species

Two people people were arrested in Cape Town for illegally being in possession of pangolin scales.

Africa

Egypt is opening up its 4,600-year-old 'bent' pyramid and letting people go deep inside its chambers

The pyramid, built for Pharaoh Sneferu around 2,600 BC, was built "bent" because the ground underneath wasn't stable.

World

Plane evacuated after prankster sends bomb scare via cell phones

Passengers were forced to evacuate a plane after someone shared an image of a suicide vest to every iPhone on board.

Sport24

Team SA announced for 2019 African Games

A squad of 153 athletes and officials will fly South Africa's flag high at this year's 12th edition of the African Games to be held in Morocco.

Business

Daniel Silke: Ramaphosa in ANC quicksand

South Africa is currently stuck in a type of quicksand: not yet porous enough to engulf the country completely, yet highly debilitating and extremely threatening, writes Daniel Silke.

China just posted its lowest growth rate in almost 30 years as the trade war hammers the economy — and the 'worst is yet to come'

"There's no doubt in anyone's minds that the trade war is a major contributing factor here," said one analyst, and China's growth was already slowing.

Entertainment

PICS: Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s romantic honeymoon

Singer Joe Jonas and actress Sophie Turner, are having fun in the sun in the Maldives.

Military chiefs cry foul over dodgy lease and raise concerns about national security

National security is under threat after the department of public works signed a questionable R115 million contract to relocate a sensitive military unit from its Thaba Tshwane headquarters in Pretoria to an office park in Centurion.

Tech

Apple is reportedly investigating after an 11-year-old girl says an iPhone 6 exploded in her hands

Kayla Ramos was playing on her iPhone 6 in her sister's bedroom in Bakersfield, California, when she noticed sparks coming off the device.

Green

Empty nets as overfishing and climate change sap Lake Malawi

On the shores of Lake Malawi, a crowd eagerly awaits the arrival of a white and yellow cedarwood boat carrying its haul.

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health24

Why older women have less sex: It's not as simple as you think

A study has revealed a number of factors behind the reason for older women's deficiency in sexual activity.

Wheels24

The new Renault Duster Techroad set to raise range to new heights

The New Duster range was complemented by the introduction of the much-anticipated Renault Duster 4x4 earlier this year, and now welcomes the Duster TechRoad derivative to this ever-popular range.

W24

The Lion King’s Florence Kasumba stuns in David Tlale at movie’s London premiere

This marks the second time Florence Kasumba walks down the red carpet of a major movie premiere in David Tlale.

Travel

WATCH: How to plan your gap year abroad

There are a few trends from a UNWTO report about youth travel that could help you plan your gap year.

Parent24

P!nk just reminded us that she's a badass who happens to be a parent, and not other way around

The singer isn't wasting any time in telling mommy-shamers where they can shove it and has seemingly gone back on her word never to post about her children on social media. But in the wise word of Alecia Moore: "So What!"

Food24

Kitchen confidence: Risotto 101 – Master this classic rice dish without breaking a sweat

Always been too afraid to attempt making risotto? Don't be! Jess Spiro is here to hold your hand through the process while offering stellar tips along the way.

Careers24

When should you really schedule that job interview?

Mornings or afternoons, first or last: when should you really schedule that job interview? Time matters more than you think

Property24

5 steps to prepare your home for a new kitchen

Thinking of renovating or putting in a new kitchen? Here are steps to minimise the disruption at home and ensure a smooth-running project…