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The ANC wants to make Putin someone else's problem. Pandor says the BRICS summit is going nowhere

'Major' Chinese aid on its way to curb load shedding impact on key services - Ramokgopa

INSIDE LABOUR | Babies in boxes: Nurses who improvised saved the day

Six straight wins, but who's counting? Mangalo keeps Currie Cup table-topping Sharks grounded

Sibusiso Mjikeliso | Sharks again making the right transfer chess moves, but will they be kings?
Life
South Africa
Hundreds gather to pay tribute to five children who died in Cape Town crash

Hundreds of people gathered in Mitchells Plain on Thursday night at a memorial service to pay tribute to the five children who died in a crash earlier this week.
WRAP | Judgment in Magudumana 'unlawful abduction' application to be delivered on Monday
Free State mom arrested on murder charge after the deaths of her two teen sons
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Your Saturday weather: Damaging winds expected in parts of Western, Northern and Eastern Cape
Business
'We are not involved': Absa says it won't be funding Karpowership

The banking group has adopted a final position not to fund the controversial Karpowership projects.
SA locomotive shortage still unresolved after China visit - Gordhan
Nedbank starts looking for a new CEO, warns of higher bad debts
Auditor rotation no longer mandatory in South Africa, appeals court rules
South Africa’s beaten-up assets draw Wall Street to start buying
Sport
Bulls, Griffons Currie Cup clash back under way after long delay due to light failure at Loftus

The Currie Cup clash between the Bulls and the Griffons is back under way after lights at Loftus Versfeld failed during the first half of the clash.
Sabalenka refuses French Open press conference 'to feel safe'
England run riot before Ireland suffer Tongue lashing
WP suffer huge Currie Cup playoff blow as Griquas fire in Kimberley
LIVE | French Open 2023: Djokovic blasts 'disrespectful' French Open fans
Tech and Trends
WATCH | Erykah Badu unveils a new 42-piece fashion collaboration

A few weeks after rocking a Marni dress at the Met Gala, US musician Erykah Badu unveiled a 42-piece fashion collection.
No, AI probably won’t kill us all – and there’s more to this fear campaign than meets the eye
How this Johannesburg pre-school is using virtual reality to enhance teaching
SA sees alarming rise in illicit trade spanning multiple industries - report
Here are the hidden costs that add to what you're paying for a litre of fuel in South Africa
Entertainment
PHOTO | Princess of Wales is pretty in pink at lavish Jordanian royal wedding

The Prince and Princess of Wales stepped out on Thursday in Jordan. The couple attended the royal wedding of Crown Prince Hussein and Saudi architect Rajwan Al Saif at...
An emotional Makhadzi ready to move on as she teases new music
Freddie Mercury's unseen handwritten draft lyrics for Bohemian Rhapsody and other hits unveiled
Sithelo Shozi 'excited' about The Masked Singer SA premiere
Zoleka Mandela says she will 'never forget the love' as she shares health update
World
UPDATE | At least 28 dead, 300 hurt in India rail crash: officials, media

At least 28 people have died, more than 300 were injured and many are feared trapped in a multiple train collision in eastern India's Odisha state, a medical officer...
Georgia probe of Trump expands to activities in other states - Washington Post
British teen jailed over 'imminent' terrorism plot
Australia PM says breakdown in US-China relations would be devastating
Gruesome discovery: Mexico police find 45 bags with human body parts in ravine
Africa
Senegal shuts down internet as riots erupt after opposition leader sentenced for sex crime

Authorities in Senegal shut down the internet on Thursday night as protests rocked the country amid the sentencing to jail of opposition leader Ousmane Sonkp for sex...
Burkina Faso tops list of world's most neglected crises - Norwegian Refugee Council
Charges racking up against Rwanda genocide accused arrested in Cape Town
WATCH | All the latest news videos from around Africa
Cholera death toll rises to over 420 in Cameroon
Arts + Culture
REVIEW | An encyclopedia into the history, trends, and pioneers of sneaker (takkie) culture

At 11, I received my first pair of proper sneakers: a pair of DC shoes.
Freddie Mercury's unseen handwritten draft lyrics for Bohemian Rhapsody and other hits unveiled
Local photographer on the international stage: Vuyo Mabheka wins prestigious award for photo series
A soundtrack to their lives: How music is triggering the memories of Singaporeans with dementia
'Bittersweetly comedic, sad, and deeply challenging': The 2023 Encounters must-watch list
Relationships
Are you ready for love, or just in need of company to curb your loneliness?

Some people may be afraid and doubt being in relationships because they have not healed from past traumas or commitment issues.
Dark humour or just plain insensitive? Bride-to-be jokes about sister being left at the altar
Midlife reawakening and self-love: Sex gets better with age for these women in their 40s
Known as 'Joker' NBA All-Star Nikola Jokic is serious about his wedding ring - despite strict rules
UK woman on her affair with AI chatbot: 'It's intoxicating'
Motoring
These classic Mercedes-Benz sports coupe and convertibles were once assembled in SA

In the late 1970s Mercedes-Benz's flagship SL sports car was produced at the East Londonfactory. Until then, the exotic SL line had always been a full import, with...
This is the 2023 South African Car of the Year - and it's a bakkie!
Here are the hidden costs that add to what you're paying for a litre of fuel in South Africa
Kia is adding a double-cab bakkie to its stable - but will it come to South Africa?
WATCH | Car soars through air after hitting truck ramp in US crash
Wellness
Headaches after exercise: Here’s why they happen and how to prevent them

Exercise or exertion headaches occur during or after a period of intense, strenuous physical activity.
Child protection, infant feeding and the internet: What's the link?
What are the long-term effects of quitting social media? Almost nobody can log off long enough to...
Here's how to tell if your body needs more magnesium and all the foods to get it from
From cancer screenings to heart assessments: 6 essential health checks for men
Books
EXCERPT | ‘A generous gift to this southern African land’ – Eben Venter’s book about a rhino, Decima

Eben Venter’s book, a creative blend of autofiction, animal fable, mystery and scientific enquiry, is an urgent plea to save one of earth’s megaherbivores.
REVIEW | Ebb, flow and freedom: Short.Sharp.Stories’ anthology depicts ways of being between states
REVIEW | Among killers: Daisy de Melker and other dangerous characters of tumultuous old...
FIRST CHAPTER | ‘Are you my mother?’ – The haunting past in Michael Boyd’s debut novel, The...
REVIEW | Written Out: How SA writer and anthropologist Regina Gelana Twala was nearly erased from...
Cycling
Cycling's best gears are now wireless and more than R100 000

Everyone knows SRAM and Shimano. But true cycling connoisseurs believe in Campagnolo. And pay for the privilege.
Diamondback has new bikes in colours that are peak 1990
The cycling kit you need to ride during a South African winter
Red bikes are for racing – but green bikes are for doing good
EXCERPT | ‘The end of my first life’ – Grant Lottering tells of the horrific crash that stopped...
Travel
A new luxury camp opens in Timbavati - with private plunge pools and Drakensberg views

This all-inclusive luxury camp will complement the popular self-catering Walkers River Camp in the Greater Kruger's Timbavati Private Nature Reserve.
LIFT partners with MasterChef winner Shawn Godfrey for its Premium in-flight meals
Riding the Dogu Express, Türkiye’s wildly popular sleeper train that costs under R400
Get cosy in Kosi Bay: This forest lodge is a great base for exploring SA's first World Heritage Site
WATCH | Saudi Arabia's multibillion-dollar makeover
Food
Karen Dudley: 'Onwards is my fourth cookbook, and it’s quite intimate'

After closing her beloved Cape Town restaurant, The Kitchen, Karen Dudley embarked on a journey to rediscover her love for the alchemy of food, and cooking for her...
Forget colourful and fruity - this new burnt orange-flavoured black gin is taking Joburg by storm
RECIPE | Energy balls
WATCH | We find out about the one food that Eat Out's Chief Judge doesn't like
Joburg restaurants: Parea Greek Taverna’s rise to iconic status
City Press
Eskom deploys former employees, 'industry professionals' to various stations to claw back megawatts

The team will focus on power stations with low energy availability factors (EAF), including Matla, Kriel, Majuba, and Kendal.
Getting to know the new health ombud, Professor Taole Mokoena
Gupta-owned Optical Coal Mine export allocation ruling dashes workers' hopes
Soweto Uber and Bolt drivers live in fear following violence at Maponya Mall
Podcast | Discover the surprising link between tears, fears and investments!
Partner Content
Another global advertising awards win for the Adspace Studio

It's been a good month for the Adspace Studio, being honoured at a second international awards ceremony in as many weeks - this time at INMA’s Global Media Awards in...
Discover the bold leadership style of Nedbank’s Buli Ndlovu
When it’s time to retire, will you be ready?
5 ways to battle the rising costs of education in SA
4 ways to grind now so you can get the glory later
Careers24
The Not-So-Glamorous Life of a Social Media Influencer

Behind the Filter of Fame and Fortune. A deep dive into the world of likes, comments, and sponsored posts - is this a career worth pursuing?
Will Generative AI be the Next Job Killer or Job Creator
The Art of Hustling: A Guide to Successfully Asking for a Pay Raise Like a Boss
Interview tips for first-time job seekers
How to resign without burning bridges
Property24
Exploring smart home upgrades for every budget
The value of smart home upgrades lies in aligning the features with individual needs, preferences, and budget constraints to create a home that is not only...
Landlord vs Tenant: Can someone live in my house for free?
Property maintenance impacted by higher interest rates
Budget-friendly ways to create a cosy bedroom this winter
Interest rate hike: Homeowners, here's how you can stay ahead of repayments
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