South Africa

KZN bomb attacks: 11 accused apply for bail via affidavits

Eleven men accused of a fatal attack at a KwaZulu-Natal Shia mosque and the placement of several explosive devices at Durban shopping centres have applied for bail in the Verulam Family Court.

Africa

Snap shot pictures of poverty in Nigeria aren't accurate. Here's the real deal

A study of the mobility of poverty, or the movement of people in and out of poverty over time, provides a much more accurate picture. In Africa, where poverty levels remain high, these snapshots of poverty levels are a big deal, writes The Conversation.

World

Hurricane Willa threatens Mexico's Pacific coast

A potential catastrophic Hurricane Willa is heading toward Mexico's Pacific coast with winds of 230kph, threatening a stretch of high-rise resort hotels.

Sport24

Anderson survives scare in Vienna, boosts London hopes

South African tennis star Kevin Anderson survived a scare in his opening round match at the Vienna Open.

Business

SA's unused lunch breaks add up to 500k per employee - survey

The average South African contributes over R500 000 in free work hours due to unused lunch breaks over their lifetime, a recent survey has shown.

A top SA billionaire and Ramaphosa ally may be on his way out – 12 things you need to know about Ivan Glasenberg

Bloomberg reported that Ivan Glasenberg may be planning to retire in the next three to five years.

Entertainment

Lorna Maseko stuns on the cover of True Love

The star is dressed in white on the mag with the caption, “Lorna Maseko, a girl misunderstood,” boldly printed next to her.

Where is the support for our farmers?

Land expropriation is a burning issue on its own but has anyone ever thought of the real picture on the ground for those who need land and those who already have some?

Tech

WATCH: The Bitcoin Story as cryptocurrency marks 10 years

Ten years on, the world's first cryptocurrency is at the forefront of a complex financial system viewed warily by markets and investors.

Green

Abused lion from Spain makes her home in SA, meets a friend

An abused lion from Spain is recovering and adapting to a safer existence in South Africa after being rescued.

MyNews24

Minibus taxis - a law unto themselves

Minibus taxi drivers rule the road with impunity, hazards flashing, crossing solid lines, weaving in and out of traffic, driving up a one way, reversing back into oncoming traffic, “conductors” attempting to herd and hustle unsuspecting pedestrians into their bus.

health24

Going deaf – a story of gradual hearing loss

Gradual deterioration of hearing, most commonly caused by ageing and noise exposure, is subtle and may go unnoticed for a long time.

Wheels24

SEE: Longest car ever built, most countries visited on wheels - Cool driving records

From the longest journey by an electric car, to the tightest parallel park yet... we look at 5 Guinness World driving records.

W24

The never-ending evolution (and endless possibilities) of the white shirt

The classic white shirt seems to get better and better as it keeps upping the ante with bright new innovations that make it a necessity for it every season.

Travel

The ultimate traveller's gift guide - from eco stoves to the hoody neck pillow we never knew we wanted

No idea what to get the adventure, camping or hiking aficionado friend, partner or family member in your life? Here's our list.

Parent24

Tips for surviving on a student budget

You already know what it is, the dreadful student budget (insert shark approaching soundstrack). We know how tough it can be, and we're here to help!

Food24

Announced: the 30 nominees for South Africa’s top restaurant awards

The nominees for the 2018 Eat Out Mercedes-Benz Restaurant Awards were announced today in Cape Town.

Careers24

Interested in studying law part time? Applications are open at UKZN

The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s School of Law Part-Time Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree offers aspiring legal practitioners a convenient way of obtaining an undergraduate qualification.

Property24

DIY: Turn your garden into an entertainer’s oasis

No matter your garden’s size, turn it into an entertainer’s oasis this festive season with these easy DIY projects. Make a pallet deck, benches and more…

Gaming

SoulCalibur VI Review

The SoulCalibur series has always been one of my most favourite fighting games in the industry. I have played every one of them and fought the dark side with Darth Vader, ringed-out Nightmare a dozen times and seen Voldo’s uncomfortable nipple rings way too many times. SoulCalibur VI acts as a series reboot as it goes back …

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