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Nigel Farage says illegal migration is a ‘scourge’
The Reform UK leader will outline his plans to tackle small boat crossing later on Tuesday.
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Trump orders removal of Fed governor Cook over mortgage fraud claims
US president says Lisa Cook removed from position ‘effective immediately’.
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Pride, passion & heartbreak – but Newcastle need end to Isak saga
Newcastle United managed to score two goals against Liverpool but the black-and-whites need a resolution to the Alexander Isak saga
Top Stories
Trump to South Korea’s Lee: ‘Look forward’ to meeting N Korea’s Kim Jong Un
In White House meeting with Lee, Trump also says US should have ownership of land housing US military base in S Korea.
South Africa
Sibiya’s bid to invalidate Masemola’s decision to be heard in court
Sibiya charges in papers that the impugned decision is in breach of his contract of employment.
South Africa
Sibiya to fight Masemola’s leave order in court
Sibiya charges in papers that the impugned decision is in breach of his contract of employment.
South Africa
Lamola pays tribute to late SA High Commissioner Mninwa Mahlangu
He passed away yesterday on his way to a South African hospital after a short illness.
South Africa
Gwarube calls for improvements in foundation phase education
Gwarube believes improving foundation phase will prevent learners having issues in higher grades.
World
Ukraine’s naval band joins Scots Guards for joint performance
The two military bands were playing at Buckingham Palace to mark the the 34th Independence Day of Ukraine.
World
How Taiwan is preparing for Chinese attack with acting, fake blood and fake missile attacks
Leaders are strengthening its defence, but most Taiwanese believe it is unlikely China will invade soon
World
First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite confirmed in US
New World screwworm myiasis was found in a patient who returned to the US from El Salvador, authorities say.
World
Back-to-back Israeli strikes kill five journalists at Gaza hospital complex
Israel attacked a Reuters live feed at a Gaza hospital complex, then struck the reporters and first responders covering that strike.
Africa
What is behind the passion of Love Island USA’s Nigerian fanbase?
Nigerians made their mark during this year’s Love Island USA – but it caused tensions within the fanbase.
Africa
More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says
Concern is mounting about “war-time levels of slaughter” in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity.
Africa
UK agrees to pay Kenyans affected by military fire
Thousands says they have suffered health problems or lost property after fire caused by British military.
Africa
The US teenagers wowed by African prom dresses
“I left like a Disney princess,” says a prom goer about her dress, one of many custom-made in Nigeria.
Business
Trump orders removal of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
The US president posts a letter addressed to Cook in which he informed her of his decision.
Business
Business
Musk firms sue Apple and OpenAI, alleging they hurt competition
The lawsuit takes aim at Apple’s decision to integrate ChatGPT into the operating systems of its smartphones.
Business
Keurig Dr Pepper buy coffee chain for £13bn
Two of the world’s biggest coffee firms are to combine as the industry grapples with tariffs and high prices for beans.
Politics
SA confronting testing national and geopolitical stresses: Pandor
ANC veteran Naledi Pandor delivered the Gertrude Shope’s Memorial Lecture on Sunday.
Politics
ANC must scrutinise its leaders before appointing them: Pandor
She calls for bravery by putting SA and the African continent first in the geopolitical arena
Politics
ANC Women’s league advocating for a female President
ANCWL NEC member Boitumelo Moiloa says the league is now actively advocating for a female President
Politics
DA blames Tshwane Metro for failing to remove illegal structures
DA says the municipality should have demolished unoccupied structures and prevent reoccupation
Sport
‘A feeling of relief’ – Slot proud of Liverpool’s mentality after win
Liverpool manager Arne Slot admits he is “relieved” after seeing his side score a 100th-minute winner to beat 10-man Newcastle 3-2 in a thrilling encounter at St James’ Park in the Premier League.
Sport
Howe praises ‘incredible’ Newcastle performance in Liverpool loss
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is full of praise for his side despite their 3-2 defeat to Liverpool at St James’ Park, after the away side scored a 100th-minute winner.
Sport
Wong becomes latest history maker at US Open
Coleman Wong makes history at the US Open as the first male player from Hong Kong to win a Grand Slam singles match in the Open era.
Sport
Chelsea’s Jackson close to Bayern move – Tuesday’s gossip
Bayern Munich close in on Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo considering leaving Old Trafford, Tottenham face transfer setback with pursuit of Como midfielder Nico Paz.
Education
Trump administration to restore $6.8bn in education funds after multi-state suit
After lawsuit brought by AGs of 23 states, California AG Rob Bonta says agreement secured for funding to be restored
After a multi-state lawsuit over Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to freeze more than $6.8bn in education funding to US schools, the Trump administration has agreed to restore the funds for a range of educational services, including after school and summer learning, teacher...
Education
Ethiopia: School Feeding Program Registers Tangible Outcome in Students Performance
[ENA] Addis Ababa — The Students’ Feeding Program has brought about concrete results in the performance of school children, reducing the rate of dropouts, according to education bureaus of various regions of Ethiopia.
Education
Uganda: NRM University Youth Condemn Commercialisation of Politics in Party
[Nile Post] A group of patriotic National Resistance Movement (NRM) youth drawn from public universities across Uganda have condemned what they describe as growing commercialization of politics, abuse, violence, and nepotism within the party ahead of the National Delegates Conference.
Education
South Africa: Matric Support Programme Moves to the Northern Cape
[SAnews.gov.za] Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, is set take the Matric Support Programme to the Northern Cape.
Lifestyle
Police under fire over learner’s Matric Dance escort
Forget supercars, KZN police have come under fire for escorting grade 12 learners to their Matric Dance events…
Lifestyle
Police investigating influencer’s Russian job programme to young girls
Influencer Cyan Boujee’s paid post advertising a job programme for young girls to live in Russia has been flagged by police…
Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Entertainment
‘There’s no money’: Babsy Mlangeni on music struggles and NACA lifetime honour (VIDEO)
Mlangeni has been in the industry for 58 years.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment
Lebo M Foundation backs Minnie Dlamini amid R2.5m lawsuit against MacG and Sol
Dlamini is suing MacG and his co-host for R2.5 million over comments made during an episode of Podcast and Chill.
Science/Tech
SpaceX scraps Starship rocket launch in Texas for second time in two days
Launch delay from Elon Musk’s company marks latest in streak of setbacks, including a liquid oxygen leak on Sunday
SpaceX was forced to scrap the launch of its giant Starship rocket from Texas again on Monday, this time due to weather, marking the latest in a streak of setbacks for the Elon Musk-run company.
The 232ft (71-metre) tall Super Heavy booster and its 171ft tall Starship upper half...
Science/Tech
Farmers Insurance Data Breach Impacts 1.1 Million People After Salesforce Attack
Farmers Insurance disclosed a breach affecting 1.1 million customers after attackers exploited Salesforce in a widespread campaign involving ShinyHunters and allied groups. According to BleepingComputer, the hackers stole personal data such as names, birth dates, driver’s license numbers, and partial Social Security numbers. From the report: The company disclosed the data breach in an advisory...
Science/Tech
Linux Turns 34
Mark Tyson writes via Tom’s Hardware: On this day 34 years ago, an unknown computer science student from Finland announced that a new free operating system project was “starting to get ready.” Linus Benedict Torvalds elaborated by explaining that the OS was “just a hobby, [it] won’t be big and professional like GNU.” Of course, this was the first public outing for the colossal collaborative...
Science/Tech
Biotechs Turn to Digital Coins, Crypto to Boost Stock Prices
Struggling small biotech firms are pivoting into cryptocurrencies, rebranding as “crypto treasuries” or stockpiling digital assets like Ether and Litecoin as a last-ditch effort to boost share prices amid stalled funding and weak drug pipelines. Bloomberg reports: Shares of 180 Life Sciences Corp., now doing business as ETHZilla, tripled after the Peter Thiel-backed company said it had...
Motoring
R40-million Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale makes thrilling debut
Only 33 units of the reinterpretation of the 1967 Tipo 33 Stradale will be made.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring
Health
Scientists Perform First Pig-to-Human Lung Transplant
Researchers in China placed a lung from a genetically modified pig into a brain-dead man, with mixed results.
Health
How to get the most out of a dehumidifier
Professors Cath Noakes and Richard Fitton explain how dehumidifiers combat mould and why it’s crucial to put them in the right place to be effective.
Health
Cities Move Away From Strategies That Make Drug Use Safer
San Francisco, Philadelphia and others are retreating from “harm reduction” strategies that have helped reduce deaths but which critics, including Trump, say have contributed to pervasive public drug use.
Health
Crews Rescue Two Women Stuck in Hot Tub at Remote Cabin
Health issues prevented the women, who were in their 80s, from climbing out, officials said. They became unresponsive after overheating and developing hyperthermia.
Nature
News24 Business | Joburg power cut threat: Eskom and City still talking, Ramokgopa pushes for payment plan
Eskom and the City of Johannesburg are still in discussions about how the metro will resolve its outstanding debt, says CEO Dan Marokane.
Nature
News24 Business | Nick Hedley | A new study links culprits to climate change costs: a reckoning for polluters?
A peer-reviewed study, published in the journal Nature, found that the carbon emissions stemming from 111 of the world’s biggest fossil fuel producers resulted in at least $28 trillion in economic losses in the three decades to 2020, writes Nick Hedley.
Nature
News24 Business | International Partners Group | Backing SA’s green future with over R2bn for just transition projects
The challenging global context has not deterred our commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership, writes the International Partners group.
Nature
News24 Business | SEE | These blocks made of recycled glass, building waste, may soon be found throughout SA
Three organisations have partnered to showcase and display a block made from recovered glass and building rubble waste.