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Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s top army commander after days of protests
The move comes days after the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
TUESDAY, 21 JULY 2026, 22:11

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The move comes days after the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
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A thrilling 2026 World Cup was marred by Argentina’s ugly final antics, Trump’s political intrusion, and Fifa’s ongoing corruption — yet hope remains for the game’s true fans.
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July 21 (Reuters) – The PGA Tour and Europe-based DP World Tour announced on Tuesday a multi-year partnership with the Asian Tour that had previously served as a key feeder to LIV Golf.
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The men charged with the murder of Gqeberha constable Cállan Andrews — gunned down while pushing his broken-down police van — made their first appearance in the Gqeberha high court on 21 July 2026.

South Africa
The board will also assist the municipality recover funds lost due to financial mismanagement.

South Africa
Mpumalanga recorded the highest fatalities at 18, followed by the Eastern Cape with 14.

South Africa
The SAHRC is calling on survivors of GBVF to submit written and oral submissions for an inquiry.

South Africa
Macpherson has ordered a probe into the more than 6000 government-owned residential properties.

World
The amount of land burned in the world’s largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.

World
Firas al-Masri, his wife and their four children died in the attack, which the Israeli military says targeted a Hamas operative.

World
Bodycam and dashcam footage shows a police officer rescue a man seconds before his car was engulfed in flames in Texas.

World
Thousands of people took to the streets demanding justice for a Moroccan-born man who died on Sunday.

Africa
Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as “Chairman Wontumi”, was also fined more than $10,000 (£7,450).

Africa
They are accused of stopping Musa Aliyu at a fake roadblock and telling him to drive to a cash machine.

Africa
Find out the favourites, format and kick-off times for the delayed 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, which starts on 26 July.

Africa
Former Chelsea and Brighton full-back Tariq Lamptey joins Championship club QPR.

Business
This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world.

Business
RMT says it has been in dispute with the rail operator since April, following the rollout of the 810 fleet.

Business
The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.

Business
The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.

Politics
Mayoral spokesperson Palesa Molefe says the changes take effect from today.

Politics
Ramaphosa wants the committee to pause pending an application to review the Section 89 panel report.

Politics
Dr Maduna is appearing at the TRC Cases Inquiry in Newtown in Johannesburg.

Politics
Khampepe Inquiry is part of an agreement reached in settlement discussions.

Sport
MI London bowler Richard Gleeson is on for his hat-trick after dismissing SunRisers Leeds’ Zak Crawley and Benny Howell in two balls, only for number 11 batter Abrar Ahmed to spoil his moment by hitting a six.

Sport
Chelsea are interested in signing England defender John Stones on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City.

Sport
Former Wales and British and Irish Lions full-back Leigh Halfpenny commits his coaching career to Cardiff.

Sport
Remco Evenepoel cuts Tadej Pogacar’s lead at the top of the general classification by 28 seconds with a dominant victory in the time-trial on stage 16 of the Tour de France.
Education
A day after police forcibly broke up demonstrations, thousands returned to the protest site in New Delhi to keep pushing for action over the country’s failings in education.
Education
[New Times] Education is at its best when it recognises that children do not all learn in the same way. For a long time, learners with cognitive and intellectual disabilities have been expected to fit into education systems that were never designed with their needs in mind.
Education
[New Era] The National African Students’ Association (NASA) has called for the decentralisation of the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF), saying the absence of regional offices continues to disadvantage thousands of students, particularly those in rural and remote communities.
Education
[Vanguard] The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has warned candidates sitting for its 2026-2027 Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination Aptitude Test against examination malpractice and violation of guidelines.
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle
New Social Development Minister Dina Pule admits complaints have already landed on her desk, and says she’s ready to act.
Lifestyle

Entertainment
The Buccaneers will look to bounce back to winning ways when they face UD Las Palmas on Wednesday.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
Catch up on the biggest stories this Tuesday, 21 July 2026, in our simple daily news update.

Science/Tech
NEW YORK, USA – Public companies will present live July 22–23, with investor Q&A sessions and one-on-one meeting opportunities. B2i Digital Inc. announced that it will serve as the official marketing partner for the Precious Metals & Critical Minerals Virtual Investor Conference, scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, and Thursday, July 23, 2026. The two-day online […]

Science/Tech
The company donated more than $3.6 million to conservative groups between 2020 and 2025, including $1 million to the MAGA Inc. super PAC.

Science/Tech
Pat Gelsinger wants to pave the way to ever more powerful artificial intelligence using tiny beams of light.
Science/Tech
BrianFagioli writes: Canonical has launched the Enterprise Store as part of Ubuntu Pro, giving organizations a way to manage Ubuntu software distribution in restricted networks, behind firewalls, and in air gapped environments. The on premises proxy sits between devices and Canonical software stores, allowing companies to cache downloads, control software revisions, and manage snaps and charms...
Motoring

Motoring
Fully electric Sport will have a reported range of 530 km and produce a supposed 398kW/850Nm.

Motoring
Kimi Antonelli returned to glory with victory at a closely contested Belgian Grand Prix, narrowly beating Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc as Max Verstappen settled for his third podium of the season in P3.

Motoring
Ford Ranger holds off Toyota Hilux as the most popular pre-owned model in June.
Health
New research also shows that children and high-risk adult populations have been particularly affected.
Health
A new nonprofit wants to streamline gene therapy for diseases often avoided by pharmaceutical companies — making treatment more like a routine procedure than a bespoke drug.
Health
Eighteen Americans were isolated for weeks in a Nebraska quarantine facility after being exposed to the deadly virus on a cruise ship. Many found the experience traumatic.
Health
During the Covid-19 pandemic, wastewater testing became a virus warning system. Now, scientists are using the approach to understand how communities eat.