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US-China trade war threats: JSE and the Rand under pressure
LAST Thursday China blamed the US of creating \"panic\" over Beijing's controls on rare earth minerals.
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October 20, 2025
The Mercury
CA MPs support evidence leader amid Mchunu’s chief of staff’s apology demand
MEMBERS of Parliament (MPs) have said that there is some uncertainty regarding whether evidence leader Advocate Norman Arendse SC would be included in the Powers, Privileges and Immunities of Parliaments and Provincial Legislatures Act, 2004.
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October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Merger regulations level economic playing field
A fair market is not only good for growth and for investment but also for consumers
4 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Sundowns shatter Nigerian curse with win
IN A landmark moment for South African football, Mamelodi Sundowns finally conquered the Nigerian hoodoo by claiming a decisive 5-1 victory against Remo Stars in the first leg of the CAF Champions League second preliminary round.
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October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Embrace today: A powerful call to live fully and authentically
TODAY is the day to live completely. It is of this day, of this week, and of this month that you will say in years to come, \"those were the days\", and look back with longing and nostalgia.
1 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Zulu royal family member disputes court ruling on Misuzulu's kingship
PRINCE Simakade, the half-brother of AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, who challenged his ascension to the throne, has rejected the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) ruling that confirmed Misuzulu as the legitimate monarch.
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October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Jubilee Metals Group reports solid performance amid the ongoing sale of its chrome and PGM businesses
JUBILEE Metals Group, the Zambia-focused copper producer, said Friday the workstreams to conclude the R1.6 billion sale of its South African chrome and PGM businesses were progressing well, while production at these operations remained firmly on track.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Standard Bank settlement deal overturned by SCA over credit act breach
Bank procedures in the spotlight after agreements overturned between Standard Bank and client
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Are vaccines secretly a biological weapon for population control?
THE question begs to be asked: are vaccines really good for you and your children?
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
IMFC commits to stronger global co-operation amid rising uncertainty, economic transformation
THE International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) has pledged to strengthen international cooperation and sound policymaking to safeguard global stability, address rising debt risks, and advance sustainable growth as the world economy undergoes a profound transformation.
1 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Scarlets win boosts Lions ahead of Ulster clash
THE Lions broke their United Rugby Championship (URC) duck at the weekend with a workmanlike victory over the Scarlets at Ellis Park, but they will need to lift their performance considerably when they host Ulster this week.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
World Food Day initiatives to combat food insecurity
Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, has seen significant progress in the fight against food insecurity and poverty, according to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and the Department of Social Development.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Nomsa Mokwai: Balancing life as a Springbok rugby player and trauma nurse
WHEN patients arrive at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital's Level 1 trauma centre in Cape Town, they rarely realise that the caring nurse helping to treat them is also a Springbok rugby player.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
IFP’s call to deport illegal migrants gains support
Political experts and organisations rally behind IFP’s stance on immigration
3 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Proteas ready to unleash Maharaj to turn the tide in Rawalpindi
SPIN. And spin some more.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Madison Valley hooks up for victory
THE Conditions Plate that was the headline race at Hollywoodbets Greyville yesterday was always going to be something of a guessing game with most of the runners being prepared for races further down the road.
4 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Urban disconnect with nature is widening
THE idea that people, particularly young ones, who don't get enough time out in the countryside can eventually develop a range of mental maladies known as nature deficit disorder makes sense - even though there's no real medical evidence for it.
3 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Understanding the limitations of fines in the Al trade landscape
THE REAL NUMBERS
4 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Bonolo Gabuza reveals the best braided hairstyles and haircare tips
AS THE weather heats up, so do hairstyles because many of us turn up in fresh looks for the new season.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Stormers seek perfect tour finish
THE Stormers are not scoffing at the five points they picked up against Zebre in Parma on Saturday evening after winning 31-13, but they know an improved performance will be needed for this weekend's final overseas duel in the United Rugby Championship (URC).
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
The controversial Bafana Bafana yellow card needs to be investigated, says Contralesa
BAFANA Bafana made the country proud last week when the team qualified for the World Cup soccer spectacle next year.
1 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
The smash burger is the only burger anyone cares about these days
IF YOU scroll through TikTok or Instagram these days, you quickly realise that the thick, gourmet burger from the last decade is over and the new king of comfort food is the flat, crispy, cheese-covered smash burger.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Sea Robbers suffer heavily in the DRC
ORLANDO Pirates' CAF Champions League ambitions took a hit yesterday afternoon as they fell 3-0 to St Eloi Lupopo in their first-leg preliminary round second stage clash at the Stade Kibassa Maliba in Lubumbashi, DRC.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Discover why face serums are the secret weapon
IF YOU'VE scrolled through any skincare video, chances are you've seen a glowing influencer raving about their favourite serum.
3 min |
October 20, 2025
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Derby defeat won't derail Durban City’s progress – Hunt
DURBAN City head coach Gavin Hunt remained calm after a painful defeat to AmaZulu in their first Durban Derby, insisting the result won't derail their progress or Cup focus.
2 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
THE ROLE OF DIET IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER
SOUTH Africa is facing a growing cancer crisis. In the next five years, the number of new cancer cases each year could double to 120 000. This highlights how at risk we are.
3 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
Report reveals gaps in South Africa’s Prevention of Organised Crime Act
ANEW report on transnational organised crime has found that the Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA), designed to prosecute the participants and members of criminal organisations, does not reach the outer ring of professional enablers.
3 min |
October 20, 2025
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Elite athletes on CT marathon cancellation
SOUTH Africa’s most renowned road runners, Gerda Steyn and Stephen Mokoka, have taken the cancellation of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on the chin like the true champions they are.
3 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
NEAR-MISS MUST BE A WAKE-UP CALL FOR SAFA
SOUTH Africa's qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup should be a moment of celebration.
1 min |
October 20, 2025
The Mercury
ATNS suspension of flight procedures cripples travel at Kruger International Airport
THE Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) says it could take at least two weeks to restore suspended Instrument Flight Procedures (IFPs) at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA), a move that has severely disrupted air travel and tourism just as South Africa's holiday season begins to peak.
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