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How tensegrity holds nations together
NEARLY a century ago a first dedicated attempt was made to describe a mind-boggling scientific principle in structural design and construction - the principal of “tensional integrity”.
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December 05, 2025
The Star
ActionSA caucus opposes 'anti-poor' electricity fees for Johannesburg residents
THE Joburg Caucus of ActionSA has declared that it will support a motion to remove the contentious R230 fixed electricity surcharge that the ANCled council imposed on locals.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Parliament keeps matric pass rate at 30%
Ending BOSA's campaign to abolish what it calls 'nothing more than Bantu Education in the modern era'
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December 04, 2025
The Star
SA is not broken, but is being tested
SOUTH Africa finds itself at a moment of stark reality. Across every province, from cities to small towns, the same warning signs flash: failing infrastructure, rising inequality, political turbulence, and a growing sense that the stability promised by our democracy is slipping away.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
How US tariffs, funding cuts are impacting SA's economy and healthcare
PARLIAMENT Speaker Thoko Didiza addressed numerous pressing matters during the 58th SADC Parliamentary Forum Plenary Assembly on Tuesday, highlighting the significant challenges that tariffs and funding cuts are taking on South Africa's economy and healthcare system.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
G20 Summit puts spotlight on SA's hospitality skills gap and opportunities
SOUTH Africa has just come through its most demanding tourism year since the 2010 FIFA World Cup as Johannesburg hosted the G20 Summit.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
All-new Seltos SUV teased with radical new look for 2026
KIA played it safe with the first-generation Seltos compact SUV, perhaps a little too safe, but that caution goes to the wind with the all-new model that's set to make its global debut on December 10.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
How school readers sparked Zeta Jonkers' imagination
FOR most children, school readers are a way to pass time in class or practice new vocabulary. But for 10-year-old Zeta Jonkers, a Grade 4 learner at De Kuilen Primary, those books became building blocks for her own imagination.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Mkhwanazi says he did not install blue lights on vehicles linked to Matlala
SUSPENDED Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Commissioner Julius Mkhwanazi has denied any wrongdoing following allegations that he facilitated donations of vehicles to the municipality from companies linked to businessman Vusimuzi \"Cat\" Matlala.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
IPHC leader Sandlana to remain in custody as bail postponed until March
THE leader of the International Pentecost Holiness Church (IPHC), Bhekumuzi Mike Sandlana, will remain behind bars after his bail application was postponed during an appearance before the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court yesterday.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Van Niekerk eyes World Cup glory for Proteas Women
PROTEAS Womens all-rounder Dane van Niekerk says she has learned that cricket is not about her, but about the team.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
German president starts state visit to UK
GERMAN President Frank-Walter Steinmeier heads to the UK yesterday at a time when a deepening security alliance has helped rebuild ties frayed in the turbulent post-Brexit years.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Star
Themes of femicide and empowerment
DON MAKATILE
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December 04, 2025
The Star
We chose it: PKK fighters cherish life in Iraq's mountains
A KURDISH militant picks his way along a switchback road in Iraq's mountains before pulling over to alert his comrades in a nearby hidden bunker that they are about to have company.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
South African SMEs poised for growth amid festive season and credit rating upgrades
AS DECEMBER ushers in the festive season, the landscape for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa appears cautiously optimistic, thanks to positive developments in fiscal conditions and consumer spending.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Star
Illness sidelines ANC councillors during crucial Johannesburg council meeting
ILL -HEALTH
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Rugged Defender Dakar D7X-R set for 2026 Saudi rally debut
AFTER more than 6 000 kilometres of relentless testing, the Defender Dakar D7X-R is ready to make its debut in the 2026 Dakar Rally starting in January in Saudi Arabia.
3 min |
December 04, 2025
The Star
Author launches heartfelt memoir in Century City
LOCAL author Beverley Dankers-Kotze launched her memoir, 33 Doors, at Life Changers Church in Century City earlier this month.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
SA’s animated film ‘David’ set to dazzle global audiences
FOLLOWING South African sporting and music successes on the global stage, the team behind David are hoping that the new biblical animated musical will be one of Mzansi's biggest breakout films internationally to date.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
How Springbok Women changed SA rugby in 2025
IN A YEAR that will be remembered as a turning point for South African women’s rugby, the Springbok Women have done more than make history — they have captured the imagination of a nation.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Auditor-General warns of water collapse as 59 municipalities blow R2.3bn on tankers
THE Auditor-General of South Africa has revealed that more than 59 municipalities spent a staggering R2.32 billion on water tankering services during the 2023-2024 financial year, as the country's water infrastructure continues to deteriorate.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Business confidence rebounds in Q4 as sentiment lifts across most sectors
SOUTH Africa recorded a welcome rebound in business sentiment in the final quarter of 2025, with the RMB/ BER Business Confidence Index (BCI) rising by five points to 44, its highest level this year and three points above the long-term average.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Revolutionary performance upgrades for Sportback, Sedan
AUDI South Africa has significantly updated their S3 Sportback hatch and the Sedan with styling cues, an increase in power and mechanical revisions that give the pair a true hot hatch and sedan flavour.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Industry association hails Traxtion's R3.4bn rail investment as major boost to SA's freight reform
THE African Rail Industry Association (ARIA) has hailed the R3.4 billion investment in locomotive production by Traxtion as a move that will enable competitive and open-access rail network, and reinforce Transnet's capacity to support national targets.
2 min |
December 04, 2025
The Star
UK's Catherine to hail 'power of hope' in carol address
BRITAIN'S Princess Catherine will hail the power of \"togetherness\" during \"uncertain\" times in a letter to guests at her Christmas carol service, Kensington Palace said this week.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Star
CEF positions itself to take over oil majors' assets as companies exit South Africa
THE Central Energy Fund (CEF) says it is preparing to absorb fuel infrastructure and other assets from global oil companies that are scaling down operations in South Africa, as part of its strategy to secure national fuel supply and strengthen its downstream footprint.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Unisa's Inhlanyelo Hub: Driving Innovation and Empowering Entrepreneurs
Unisa's Inhlanyelo NPC stands as a beacon of innovation and entrepreneurship, advancing its mission to drive African innovation, ignitesustainableentrepreneurship, and grow sustainable businesses.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Nash's fight against crime
NASH Falls tells the story of Walter Nash, an ordinary businessman who has always lived a quiet and happy life. He has a loving family and has never had to deal with violence or crime. However, everything changes when the FBI approaches him on the day of his estranged father's funeral. They reveal that the company he works for is actually involved in criminal activities, and they need his help to take it down.
1 min |
December 04, 2025
The Star
Logistics sector warns of rising costs as fuel prices jump ahead of festive season
SOUTH Africa's transport and logistics industry has warned of higher operating costs, rising consumer prices and pressure on holiday travel budgets after the government announced steep fuel price increases for December.
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December 04, 2025
The Star
Man United boss Ruben Amorim 'protects' himself from abuse
MANCHESTER United manager Ruben Amorim has revealed he ignores social media to protect himself from abuse, even if it means losing out on lucrative sponsorship contracts.
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