South Africa

Brothers allegedly confess to killing violently drunk brother

Three brothers have allegedly confessed to killing their sibling in Protea Glen, Soweto when he became violent after drinking, police have said.

Africa

Two killed in land mine blast in Tunisia Islamist hideout

Two people were killed in a land mine blast in a mountainous area of central Tunisia near the Algerian border used as a hideout by Islamist militants, the defence ministry has announced.

World

Trump slams Iran but has kind worlds for North Korea at UN General Assembly

In his speech to the UN General Assembly in New York, US President Donald Trump climbed into Iran but had kind words for North Korea, as expected.

Sport24

Koch's Springbok desire still burning high

Springbok tighthead prop Vincent Koch said he still had a burning desire to add to his number of Test caps.

Business

Gartner wasn't the first choice, Nugent Commission told

The Nugent Commission has turned its attention from Bain & Company to the lucrative contracts signed with advisory firm Gartner.

Nike celebrates Tiger Woods' first win in 5 years with a brilliant new ad

The two-panel Instagram ad plays on the uncertainty of Woods' comeback.

Entertainment

Unreleased Chris Cornell songs to be released more than year after his death

A new Chris Cornell album and boxed set will include unreleased music from the late rocker.

Sars commission frustrated by irregularities in Bain’s testimony

Management consulting firm Bain & Company officials has not been forthcoming. It only divulges pertinent information when it is caught out in a lie and it misled the general public in a press statement with regards to the Sars commission.

Tech

Nigeria's MTN attack fizzles as Standard Bank gets reprieve

After coming out all guns blazing, Nigeria’s central bank surrendered more ground in its tussle with MTN by giving a reprieve to one of the banks accused of illegally moving $8.1bn out of the country.

Green

WATCH: Oh my cuteness! Baby orangutan hiccups in its sleep

A little orangutan born at Sedgwick County Zoo hiccups in the arms of her keeper as she dozes.

MyNews24

Cape Town pastor shares his story – 'My uncle sexually abused me since I was 9'

WARNING: This article contains themes of sexual abuse and may be triggering to some readers.

health24

7 things nobody ever tells you about lactose intolerance

Even if you're not lactose intolerant right now, there is a chance you will be some day...

Wheels24

Review: Suzuki's new Swift is a sporty and stylish hatchback

"The Suzuki Swift, with its driver-focused, honest-value and affordable car ticks all those boxes and then some", writes Naresh Maharaj.

W24

This girl was suspended for showing her knees because she needs to consider "guys and their hormones"

The decision marks another example of the sexist double standards that exist for women.

Travel

WATCH: Navigating the chaos of travelling by train in India

Navigating India's chaos is challenging, but travelling by train is an exhilarating experience not to be missed. Join Caroline Pemberton from World Nomads as she takes on Northern India's railway.

Parent24

Bilingual or mother tongue? What experts say is best for your child’s development

Many households are bilingual, which may affect a child's linguistic development. Should cultural requirements be put on the back burner for your child's healthy development? Meg Faure weighs in on the subject.

Food24

How to win at Scrabble - 6 food words you need to memorise

Merriam-Webster released the sixth edition of “The Official Scrabble Players Dictionary” this week.

Careers24

Should you ask for feedback after being rejected for a job?

You have gone to the interview and you are sure you aced it. But your optimism for the new role turns to disappointment when you receive the rejection letter. What now?

Property24

Shave rands off your bill with these water-savvy kitchen tips

About 10% of all water in the average household is used in the kitchen. From taps and dishwashers to water-wise cleaning and cooking, get tips…

Gaming

Windows 10 October Update Known Issues and Fixes

An important announcement for all Windows 10 users about the October Update