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MP Diane Abbott readmitted into Labour Party after suspension
Joani Reid, the MP for East Kilbride and Strathaven, will also be let back into Labour, a party spokesperson confirmed.
THURSDAY, 30 JULY 2026, 21:42

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Joani Reid, the MP for East Kilbride and Strathaven, will also be let back into Labour, a party spokesperson confirmed.

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England defender John Stones joins Italian Serie A champions Inter Milan on a free transfer and signs a two-year contract.

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World number two Jeeno Thitikul leads the first round of the AIG Women’s Open by two shots after a spectacular seven-under 64 at Royal Lytham & St Anne’s.

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The Minister of Justice announced a comprehensive reset and audit of the National Prosecuting Authority’s anti-corruption unit, Idac, following allegations of abuse of power by former head Adv Andrea Johnson and others.

South Africa
Vetting should apply to everyone who has access to children at schools, not only educators.
South Africa
IDAC reset underway to strengthen accountability and efficiency
A comprehensive reset of the National Prosecuting Authority’s Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has begun in the wake of damaging allegations presented at the Madlanga Commission against members of the directorate.
This was announced by Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko...
South Africa
CPR was performed on an adult male who lived on the top floor.

South Africa
The suspect has been charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

World
The North African enclave’s leader said resources were being overwhelmed after so many people entered by sea from Morocco.

World
Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia are also grappling with the effects of a series of prolonged heatwaves and low rainfall.

World
“It is clear you failed as a parent,” the judge told Colin Gray, who was found guilty earlier this year on charges stemming from the deadly 2024 school attack.

World
Video obtained by the BBC provides a firsthand look at the powerful storm system that ripped through parts of eastern Wisconsin on 27 July.

Africa
The campus will be returned to local authorities as she expands a wider scholarship programme for girls.

Africa
Foul play is ruled out in the record number of elephant deaths for decades in this area of southern Kenya.

Africa
The drone reportedly hit a US-owned regasification vessel and a Greek-owned tanker at Damietta port on Wednesday.

Africa
The 70 year old has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he denies.
Business

Business
The car giant says it expects fewer than 300 people will lose their jobs.
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Business

Politics
According to the investigation, the EFF member went missing on 10 July 2026.

Politics
IEC in the province had set itself a target of registering 312 000 first time voters.

Politics
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says they expect to appoint an acting IDAC head next week.

Politics
Cameroon’s remarks follow the latest scourge of the killings in some townships in Cape Town.

Sport
Neil Fachie was done with cycling. The Commonwealth Games was a farewell. On Thursday, it turned into so much more than that.

Sport
A consortium led by former Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley holds talks about purchasing a 25% stake in Championship club West Ham.

Sport
Lottie Woad and Charley Hull feature in the best shots from day one of the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Lytham & St. Anne’s.

Sport
World number two Jeeno Thitikul leads the first round of the AIG Women’s Open by two shots after hitting a spectacular seven-under 64 at Royal Lytham & St Anne’s.
Education
[Ghanaian Times] Madonna School has emerged winner of the maiden Inventopia-STEM (I-STEM) competition organised by M-Hub Technologies to promote creativity, innovation and practical problem-solving skills among basic school pupils.
Education
[This Day] The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 81 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Adebayo Abdulrahman Babalola, has urged commanders at all levels to ensure they leave every place better than they met it through purposeful leadership and impactful initiatives.
Education
[This Day] As Nigeria’s financial services landscape continues to undergo a massive transformational shift driven by digital innovation, increasing financial inclusion, and rising customer expectations, Moniepoint has announced a milestone talent development initiative.
Education
[Liberian Observer] The Senator of Grand Kru County Senator Numene T.H. Bartekwa Sr., Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the University of Liberia, has challenged Liberian students pursuing higher education in India to distinguish themselves through academic excellence, discipline, and integrity, urging them to return home equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to drive Liberia’s...
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
Lifestyle
Caregivers relying on the SASSA Child Support Grant will have to wait a few days longer than older persons for their August payment.

Entertainment
A R000 000 jackpot is up for grabs tonight! Here are your winning Daily Lotto results for 30 July 2026.

Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories this Thursday, 30 July 2026, in our simple daily news update.

Entertainment
The defence has alleged that Musa Kekana was assaulted during his arrest.

Entertainment
Justice Minister Mamoloko Kubayi says there will be a full audit of Idac cases following the suspension of the three senior investigators.
Science/Tech
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Reuters: Amazon’s Zoox unit has won U.S. approval for limited commercial deployment of its novel steering-wheel-free robotaxis, a first for the autonomous ride industry, the U.S. auto safety agency said on Thursday. Zoox said that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s decision gives the company federal approval to begin charging for rides,...
Science/Tech
Nigeria, a coastal country in western Africa, was landlocked in the Sahara, among other errors. The department said it had been “hastily altered.”

Science/Tech
Chinese brands have gone from fringe players to a fifth of South Africa’s new-vehicle sales.

Science/Tech
New Zealand’s online casino market has quietly become one of the fastest-growing gambling sectors in the country’s history. Grand View Research puts online casino revenue at US$267.6 million in 2024, heading for US$584.5 million by 2030, a 14% compound annual growth rate. That pace puts New Zealand among the faster-expanding online casino markets anywhere in […]
Motoring
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Motoring
Motoring
Health
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s call for a “High-T military” raises questions about testosterone’s effect on aggression in some men.
Health
A vote to confirm Dr. Erica Schwartz, who has publicly supported childhood vaccines, will take place in the full Senate.
Health
The group of former health and national security officials warned that Americans will be more vulnerable to infectious disease threats.
Health
Untreated and undiagnosed, the crews that save lives in the roughest seas face the relentless pounding of waves.