South Africa

Couple accused of murdering 18-month-old Jeremiah Ruiters face new child neglect charges

Additional charges have been added in the case against a Cape Town couple accused of murdering 18-month-old Jeremiah Ruiters, and they relate to the alleged abuse and neglect of the little boy’s siblings.

Africa

Grace Mugabe ally under police 'radar' in wake of grenade attack: report

A former ally of Grace Mugabe has been placed on a "persons of interest" list by Zimbabwean police in the wake of last month's grenade attack on a ruling party rally, a report says.

World

Trump-Kim statement overpromised on return of war remains

Of three key elements of the US-North Korea agreement on recovery of American war dead, one was unfulfilled, another is likely false and a third is in doubt.

Sport24

Elgar 'humbled and proud' to join 50 Test club

Proteas opening batsman Dean Elgar says that he is "very proud and extremely honoured" to be a part of the Proteas 50 Test club.

Business

Transport dept off the hook for R33m eNaTIS payment

The Transport Department has emerged victorious in a court battle over the eNaTIS system, saving it R33m.

Shoprite’s ‘horrible’ sales show that people may be going to Pick 'n Pay instead, says analyst

Shoprite posted a turnover growth of only 3.3%, to R145.6 billion, on Wednesday morning.

Entertainment

Mamma Mia cast dish on film secrets

The cast of Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again are dishing some secrets about the new film.

EFF marks Mandela day by taking part in land hearings

Some of the core values that former president Nelson Mandela stood for included attaining freedom for the marginalised, providing service to both his country and its citizens as well as affording dignity to those he represented, and his own dignity i

Why the MeerKAT telescope is such a big deal for SA (and the world)

Astronomy in Africa took a giant leap forward with the unveiling of the 64-dish MeerKAT array in South Africa last week. Why is this important? An astronomer explains.

Tech

Uber CEO says company can do an IPO without being profitable

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says he doesn’t think his ride-hailing company needs to be profitable before a planned public offering in the second half of 2019.

Green

SEE: Striking pictures of marmots in action

Photographer Robert Haasman spent time with marmots in the mountains of Austria, capturing cute and characterful images.

MyNews24

The Mandela dance, the Madiba magic: Celebrating 100 years of Nelson Mandela

There are many angles in which to enter the world of Nelson Mandela. One of those angles is the Mandela dance that South Africans have come to call the Madiba magic.

health24

Motsoaledi blames lack of sex ed in schools after latest HIV results

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaeledi has again raised his concerns about the lack of sexual and reproductive education at schools, after the results of a national HIV survey showed that young people are still at risk.

Wheels24

WATCH: A mechanic's dream - restoring classic, rare cars in the picturesque Black Forest

Uwe Preuss restores vintage cars in the peace and serenity of the black forest. Surrounded by idyllic mountains and livestock, he lives in two very different worlds.

W24

"Yes, we're all sluts" - video of model at slutwalk goes viral for all the right reasons

A video has resurfaced of model Samirah Raheem being asked by Jesse Lee Peterson if she’s a slut and her response is still iconic.

Travel

PICS: Skeletons and scares at Portugal's dino park

Eyes popping in astonishment, his mouth hanging mutely open, seven-year-old Joel approaches the four-metre-high monster and stands nose-to-nose with one of the deadliest killing machines the world has ever known.

Parent24

How a positive outlook on the future may protect teens from becoming violent

Here's proof that having hope and setting goals for the future, such as graduating from college or university, can prevent teens from turning to violence. This US study applies to South African youth too.

Food24

WATCH: 10 Foods that might disappear in our lifetimes

It's scary to think but the rapid rate at which climate change is affecting our crops, means that soon we won't have some of our favourite foods around.

Paws24

Share your 67 minutes with animals in need this Mandela Day

With an abundance of activities to get involved in, why not lend a hand towards animals in need this Mandela day? Here are some ideas of how you can spend your 67 minutes...

Careers24

Another great learnership opportunity from Ampath

Ampath has opened applications for the Technical Internship to start January 2019.

Property24

Is your home making you sick? 4 things to check

Are you constantly congested and fluey? There are many hidden germs loitering around our living spaces that can pose a health risk. Get tips to root them out…

Gaming

Lego The Incredibles Review - Not so incredible

Not as incredible as you think