South Africa

SEE: Here is the original picture of Mkhwebane with mayor Gumede who is accused of corruption

The office of the Public Protector says it has noted some "mischievous" people have been circulating a cropped picture of Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane posing with eThekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede, giving the impression they were hanging out.

Africa

High-security Ebola burials spark dismay, anger in DRC

People in Ebola-hit eastern DRC are struggling to come to terms with high-security burials that are part of a hard-pressed strategy to roll back the disease.

World

Vatican seeks 'effective solutions' for Frenchman in vegetative state

The Vatican has called for "effective solutions" to protect the life of a Frenchman living for years in a vegetative state, hours after a court told doctors to resume his life support.

Sport24

Proteas confront Cricket World Cup demons

For South Africans, there is no escape from the reality of the country's bitter history of painful failure in World Cup knockout games.

Business

Eskom keeps investors in the dark as debt speculation mounts

As speculation swirls about plans to deal with Eskom’s crippling debt load, one group of stakeholders hasn’t been consulted: owners of the company’s R243bn bonds.

5 things you need to know in SA business today and 11 of the weirdest things you can buy in international airports

Unexpected resignation at Comair.

Entertainment

Sophie Turner thinks GOT fans are ‘disrespectful’

The queen of the north has spoken – and she’s not tolerating the “disrespectful” fans who are petitioning for a Game of Thrones final season remake.

Parly pomp. That black rod? All you need to know about this first sitting

It’s all systems go for the first sittings of the two houses of Parliament this week – incoming members of Parliament have registered and have been briefed, and on Wednesday South Africa will witness the start of the establishment of Parliament.

Tech

Amazon is trying to make working in its warehouses like playing a video game

A new option in five Amazon warehouses lets employees battle against each other for glory and prizes.

Green

WATCH: Waterbuck gets to live another day after escaping crocodile

A waterbuck had to fight for his life after being caught up in the deathly jaws of a crocodile in Kruger National Park.

MyNews24

Waiting in vain for Cyril to put the nation first

While he may well be trying his absolute best to balance the good ANC with the dark side of the movement, Cyril Ramaphosa is failing hopelessly at regaining the confidence of the nation.

health24

6 things in the workplace that could make you cough

Do you find yourself coughing more once you're in the office? One or more of these things could be the cause.

Wheels24

Dodging bills: SA car workshops battle with dozens of abandoned vehicles - MIWA

Cars left abandoned at repair workshops are an inconvenience workshop owners face around the country, reports the Motor Industry Workshop Association. Why are owners leaving their cars behind?

W24

At 60, fourth degree in hand, Angela Bassett shows no signs of slowing down

Capped and parchment in hand, Angela Bassett’s graduation gown looked as good on her as any of our favourite looks that she’s sported on the red carpet.

Travel

WATCH: Waterbuck gets to live another day after escaping crocodile

A waterbuck had to fight for his life after being caught up in the deathly jaws of a crocodile in Kruger National Park.

Parent24

Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes’ kids speak Spanglish!

Eva Mendes says she's struggling to get her kids to differentiate between Spanish and English at home. But a little Spanglish won't hurt on the way to raising multilingual kids.

Food24

5 great Winter-friendly beers to sip on as the cold weather descends

Forget red wine... warm the cockles this Winter with some thirst-quenching brews.

Careers24

Find your dream job faster with these 3 tips

Looking for a new job but don’t have much time on your hands? Here’s what you need to ensure that your search reaps results in no time.

Property24

Top tips for selling property in a buyer’s market

Sellers need to pull out all the stops to get the highest possible return in the shortest time. Focus on maintenance rather than renovation and don't forget kerb appeal...