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Weekend Argus on Saturday
MI6 breaks 100-year norm as a woman takes charge
BRITAIN’S Secret Intelligence Service will be led by a woman for the first time in the agency's history after Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that he had selected a career spy with extensive experience in technology and Middle East operations to lead the storied MI6.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Battle of Bunker Hill and the first martyr of the American Revolution
IT TOOK more than a month for the letter to reach John Adams in Philadelphia, but on June 18, 1775, Abigail Adams wrote the following words about events unfolding in Charlestown, just north of Boston: “The battle began upon our entrenchments upon Bunker Hill, a Saturday morning about 3 o'clock, and has not ceased yet and ‘tis now 3 o'clock Sabbath afternoon, ... How many have fallen we know not. The constant roar of the cannon is so distressing that we cannot eat, drink or sleep.”
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Tbo Touch surprises his son, Ruri, in Australia
IN A heartwarming display of co-parenting, South African radio DJ Thabo Molefe, affectionately known as Tbo Touch, has shared a touching moment involving his wife, Nandi Molefe, and his child's mother, Thuli Thabethe.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
EFF vows not to trade stance over UK Malema ban
THE EFF has condemned the UK's decision to deny its leader, Julius Malema, a visa, calling the move a blatant act of political censorship and “cowardice”.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Peace is a fantasy when faced with a war machine addicted to dominance
ISRAEL has gone completely rogue, making it the greatest threat to world peace. Having all but obliterated Gaza, it is now turning its aggression towards the Islamic Republic of Iran. Iran is defiantly responding with its Iron Dome penetrating Fattah-1 hypersonic missiles.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
UK decriminalises abortions in England and Wales
BRITISH lawmakers made a historic decision this week by voting to decriminalise the termination of pregnancies after 24 weeks in England and Wales.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Fun and learning: the best kid's books and games for 2025
Description: Luna’s journey Luna is about to start school for the new year, but she's not feeling well.
1 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Top destinations for digital nomads to explore this year
THE Covid-19 pandemic has reshaped the way we operate, with scores of people embracing the freedom of remote work. This shift has given rise to a lifestyle known as digital nomadism, where individuals can work from anywhere in the world while exploring new cultures and environments.
3 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
The ultimate guide to optimising your retirement annuity benefits
WHILE the long-term benefits of investing through a retirement annuity should not be underestimated, there's a lot more to this retirement funding vehicle that investors should be aware of. In this article, we explore the many benefits of a retirement annuity (RA) and how to maximise these benefits in your investment portfolio.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Driving leadership growth and evolution
WE live in a world that is saturated with leadership wisdom — from countless books to endless streams of thought pieces — yet the gap between what leaders know and what they do remains wide.
3 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
A new shopping experience coming to Cape Town
CAPE Town is set to transform its shopping landscape with the upcoming GrandWest Mall, a sprawling 22000m² retail haven adjacent to the iconic Grandwest Casino.
3 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Dad-to-be's last wish to see baby
THE baby shower was a mash-up of imaginary worlds: the Mad Hatter’s tea party, Neverland and Tatooine.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Sundowns' wealth sees Chiefs, Pirates lagging
MAMELODI Sundowns will receive an impressive R174 million just for participating in the 2025 Fifa Club World Cup, as well as R36 million for each victory during the group stage.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
November and Williams shine at 2025 Benois de la Danse Awards
IN a momentous night of celebration for South African ballet, Mthuthuzeli November and Joshua Williams carved their names in history at the 2025 Benois de la Danse Awards, held at the illustrious Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, Russia, on June 17.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Messi's 'hunger' surprises Mascherano after grabbing Inter Miami winner against Porto
INTER MIAMI coach Javier Mascherano admitted he is surprised at Lionel Messi’s desire to win after the MLS side shocked Porto at the Club World Cup on Thursday.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Digital content creator abducted, ransom paid
THE family of Simthande Myeza, a well-known digital content creator, has confirmed that he was abducted on Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025, while using a ride-hailing service in the Umbilo area of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Stellenbosch University welcomes Kganyago as new Chancellor
AS the rain fell steadily over Stellenbosch on Friday morning, a momentous occasion unfolded within the hallowed halls of Stellenbosch University (SU).
2 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Sabrina Carpenter responds to backlash over provocative album cover and music
AS SHE gears up for the release of her highly anticipated album Man’s Best Friend on August 29, Sabrina Carpenter has found herself at the centre of controversy, facing criticism for her image and musical direction.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Will Smith reflects on transformation after infamous Oscars slap
IN A CANDID conversation on BBC’s 1Xtra with host Remi Burgz, Will Smith opened up about the profound transformation he has undergone since the infamous incident at the 2022 Oscars, where he slapped comedian Chris Rock.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Power, performance and precision as we rip up the track
NOTHING quite gets the adrenaline pumping like the thought of careering around a track in a car that's specially designed for maximum power and performance.
4 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Artwork commissioned to honour Desmond Tutu's legacy
IN a significant artistic endeavour to honour the legacy of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival (SICMF) has announced the commission of a unique commemorative artwork.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
US court allows Trump control of National Guard in LA
A US APPEALS court on Thursday ruled that President Donald Trump could continue control of National Guard troops in Los Angeles, over the objections of California Governor Gavin Newsom.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Man slapped with life sentence brutal murder of girlfriend
A MAN who had brutally assaulted and murdered his new girlfriend, will serve a life sentence behind bars for the heinous deed, to which he pleaded guilty.
2 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Stories of reunion and heartbreak with lost luggage
THE airport - a bustling nexus of dreams and departures - can also be the site of emotional turmoil when luggage goes missing.
2 min |
June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Haarwegskloof now a provincial nature reserve for biodiversity
IN a landmark achievement for biodiversity conservation, Haarwegskloof has been officially designated as a provincial nature reserve, marking the last remaining connected expanse of renosterveld on the planet.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Parklands College takes top honours in Coronation Top Investor Challenge
TWO high school learners from Parklands College have been crowned the winners of the inaugural Coronation Top Investor Challenge: Schools Edition.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Your child's new classmate
ARNO Jansen Van Vuuren, Managing Director of Futurewise, shares what parents need to know about Al in the classroom the good, the bad...and the dangerous.
2 min |
June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
History repeats baseliner vs volleyer
IN the final analysis of the blockbuster Roland Garros clash between World No 1 & 2, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, in which the latter ultimately lifted the 'Coupe De Mousqetaire', it’s inevitable, every tennis pundit across the globe, has thrown their penny's worth into the pot, mostly hedging their bets.
2 min |
June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Spain cracks down on Airbnbs
AS TRAVELLERS set their sights on Spain's sun-soaked and culturally rich cities this summer, they must tread carefully after a new clampdown on Airbnb lodgings.
1 min |
June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
It's nothing new, they've done it before
MANY may look at South Africa's batting performance at Lord's yesterday and be surprised, and some may even be shocked that this batting unit, one that is heavily criticised, has been able to get the team within 69 runs of the country's first world title.
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