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Peter Smith’s wife has thanked friends who fought the shark during the attack on Tobago’s coast.

A “snapshot” survey by Wales’ children’s commissioner found many children wanted more food at lunch.

What we are seeing now is an attempt to rewrite history. To once again present Zuma as a victim (his most prized status) of the judiciary, the establishment, white monopoly capitalism, backstabbers and the media. There is an attempt to promote him as a peacemaker, someone who can unite and speak to the needs of the marginalised. Someone whose versatility enables him to embrace tradition but who...

Stuart Hogg says he has “reset” at a rehabilitation clinic after being arrested and charged last month.

The single leg amputee comedian uses his reality to make others laugh to tears.

Monday will be a fine and cool to warm day in most of the country, with isolated thundershowers expected in other parts, according to the South African Weather Service.

Kabza De Small and Mthunzi scooped four awards at the 18th Metro FM Music Awards.

We look at SA’s Democracy 30 years later.

Ukraine’s army leader admitted Sunday that Kyiv’s position on the battlefield has worsened after Russian forces captured another village in the east, pressing their advantage in manpower and ammunition.

Ireland’s prime minister Simon Harris warned on Sunday that Dublin would take action to stem an influx of asylum seekers from Northern Ireland, the British territory across the border.

The Utopie bakery has been crowned the winner of the 31st annual “best baguette in Paris” competition.

China launched three astronauts into space last week while Secretary of State Antony Blinken was visiting the country. Likely a coincidence, it still stood as a reminder of China’s lofty space goals.

Tanzania has dismissed as “unfounded” allegations of killings, rapes and the planned evictions that led the World Bank to suspend funding for a $150 million conservation project.

Human Rights Watch says at least 56 children were killed by soldiers in Soro village.

In early April, Arsenal were blowing hot and cold in the English Premier League. In Beitbridge, Zimbabwe, a club supporter stabbed a colleague who had made fun of Arsenal’s run.

Most of the electricity in the capital is supplied by a Turkish ship floating off the country’s coast.

The number of skilled South Africans that have jumped ship has almost doubled within a decade.

Nedbank senior economist Isaac Matshego says investors have the money and the desire to pump money into South Africa.

There are three new Chinese SUVs making their way to South Africa soon – this is what you need to now.

Paul Mashatile has reiterated the ANC’s plea to communities to give the party another opportunity.

APEMO is contesting the election at provincial and national level.

Hundreds of ANC members and supporters hopeful that the party will fulfill its promises.

Mbalula held public mass meetings and went door-to-door in some of the communities.

Two-time Cheltenham Festival winner Shishkin has died after breaking a leg in an accident in his stable.

Luke Littler is hailed as a “generational talent” after the teenager wins the Austrian Darts Open in Graz.

Manchester United and Arsenal want Marc Guehi, Victor Osimhen to leave Napoli, Mohamed Salah could be bound for Saudi-Arabia, plus more.

Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell suffers minor injuries in a nightclub shooting in Florida.

Exclusive: School leaders say they have had to take on additional role as caretaker because they can no longer afford staff

Headteachers are being forced to mend desks and unblock toilets themselves after sacking school caretakers in the wake of budget cuts, the Guardian has been told.

School leaders in England said they could not afford to employ caretakers, and were having to change...

Sandile Dlamini is best known for his on-screen character of Jafta on e.tv’s drama series Rhythm City. Where is he now?

Mamelodi Sundowns star Khuliso Mudau is making headlines after Mzansi connected the dots about his age against the backdrop of his birthday.

Gqom queen Babes Wodumo has been rumoured to be dating former Amaroto member Sabelo Zuma, popularly known as Zuma.

Kaizer Chiefs player Itumeleng Khune has seemingly reacted to a shady ‘apology’ by ex-girlfriend Minnie Dlamini on her ‘Showmax Roast’.

The night’s biggest winner Kabza De Small wasn’t in attendance due to illness.

Less than a year ago, the Hunt family had to bury the coach’s mother after her passing in June.

Soccer legend Stanley Tshabalala spent more than a month in ICU after he was wounded during a burglary at his Centurion home.

The 2024  Metro FM Music Awards took place at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga on Saturday.

Despite starting from pole, former champion Marquez will have to wait another year for a home race victory, his last having been in 2021.

This 755cc naked street bike turns into a suburban hooligan that is hard to resist.

The #93 secured a 93rd career pole position ahead of Bezzecchi and Martin with saves and celebrations to be remembered.

The King’s medical team are “sufficiently pleased” with his progress after he was diagnosed with cancer in February.

Climate change presents a double threat to workers – existing problems will become more severe in areas already prone to it, while new and unexpected dangers are emerging, writes Kate Collier.

The National Council of Provinces on Thursday adopted the climate change bill, which will now go to President Cyril Ramaphosa for assent.

The South African Weather Service is partnering with French company Meteorage to improve the use of lightning data for the safety of people, animals and infrastructure.

There’s no celebrating World Penguin Day for SA’s endangered African penguins which may only have another 10 years or so before extinction