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Cape Argus
Serial cat killer suspect nabbed in Ottery
LANSDOWNE police have arrested an accused serial cat killer in Ottery.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Concerned activists decry baboon removal plan
BABOON rights activists have expressed outrage and shock at the Cape Peninsula Baboon Management Joint Task Team's Strategic Management Plan, which proposes the removal of five splinter troops, claiming hundreds of animals could be affected.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Bulgaria cyber 'elves' fight Kremilin and cruelty
A BULGARIAN group of dozens of cyber activists at first clubbed together to battle Russian disinformation, but they have since found other foes - like animal abusers.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Impeached judge Hlophe barred from serving on JSC
THE Western Cape High Court has ruled that impeached judge, Dr John Hlophe, cannot be part of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), saying his appointment was unconstitutional.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Repo rate cut is a step towards alleviating financial pressure on consumers, businesses
THE IFP welcomes the decision by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 7.25%. This reduction, while modest, offers some much-needed relief to struggling households and businesses across the country.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Driving licence card printer fixed but backlogs remain
MILLIONS has been spent on repairing and maintaining the country’s only driving licence card printing machine.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Cardoso reflects on heartbreak as Downs focus on Club World Cup
MIHLALI BALEKA.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Cradock Four inquest resumes after decades of silence
MORE than 39 years after the murder of the Cradock Four and decades of unanswered questions, the third inquest into the deaths of the Cradock Four officially got under way in the Gqeberha High Court in the Eastern Cape yesterday.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Understanding the hidden financial risks of gambling
SOUTH Africans place over RI trillion in bets annually, with R700 billion spent on sports betting alone. For many, particularly those with limited financial resources, the appeal of a big win can be incredibly tempting. However, the reality is often more complex. Instead of earning easy money, those who indulge in excessive gambling frequently face financial strain.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Broos sticks to his guns as Bafana look to build on recent highs
HUGO Broos hasn't become the longest-serving Bafana Bafana coach by listening to outside noise — and that’s why the buck will always stop with him when it comes to team matters.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
What to expect for petrol, diesel this week
FUEL taxes are set to increase for the first time in three years, but thankfully, a stronger rand will shield South African motorists from fuel price hikes in June.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Switch off Russia's oil gas and coal exports
IT WAS disappointing to read in the media that since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine the EU has spent just 30% of the total spent on imported oil gas and coal from Russia on the Ukrainian defence effort.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Divorce and pension interest: essential tips for navigating your rights
THE term 'pension interest' arises in divorce proceedings and refers to a notional amount representing the retirement benefit the member spouse would receive from their retirement fund at the date of divorce. Calculat-ing pension interest enables divorc-ing spouses to share in each other's retirement benefits immediately after divorce rather than waiting until formal retirement.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Ukraine 'ready' for talks with Russia
UKRAINE said yesterday it was ready to take “necessary steps for peace” at talks with Russia in Istanbul, where the two sides will exchange plans on how they want to end the three-year war, Europe’ largest conflict since World War II.
3 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Tyla's new track for ‘Smurfs' soundtrack to drop on June 13
THE wait is almost over for South African sensation Tyla’s new song, featured on the upcoming Smurfs movie soundtrack.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Study recovers genetic data from extinct relative of humans
RESEARCHERS from UCT and the University of Copenhagen have achieved a scientific first by using 2-million-year-old protein traces to determine the biological sex and uncover previously hidden genetic variation in Paranthropus robustus, an extinct close relative of modern humans.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Call for accountability and reform in construction
PUBLIC Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has received the final report from the Council for the Built Environment (CBE), through its body Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), surrounding the tragic George building collapse.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
How to plan for the 3 phases of retirement
AS SOUTH Africa's population ages and life expectancy increases, retirement is becoming a phased, multi-decade journey that demands thoughtful planning, emotional preparedness, and strategic financial insight.
3 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Assaults on teachers threaten our future
THE days when teachers were the most respected figures in the community are gone.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Attack at pro-Israel protesters
A MAN yelling “free Palestine” used incendiary devices to torch protesters rallying in support of Israeli hostages, injuring at least eight people in the US state of Colorado on Sunday.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Hanekom stakes Bok claim as No 8 race heats up
THE weekend's United Rugby Championship quarter-finals left the impression that the consistent Bull, Cameron Hanekom, has stretched his legs towards the Springbok No 8 jersey temporarily vacated by the injured Jasper Wiese.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Organisation that took Ramaphosa to court over Phala Phala scandal faces huge legal costs
IN 2022, hot on the heels of the start of the Phala Phala scandal, an organisation that calls itself The Society for the Protection of our Constitution (applicant), launched court proceedings for President Cyril Ramaphosa to be held accountable.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Community rallies to find missing 16-year-old Chanelle Plaatjies
PAARL East community activists and the family of missing 16-year-old Chanelle Plaatjies combed dense bush behind Allandale Prison last night, hoping to find her or evidence of what may have happened to her.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Sharks draw confidence from Loftus wins
THE Sharks will have no fear when they travel to Loftus Versfeld for the United Rugby Championship (URC) semi-final on Saturday, thanks to their happy memories of winning their last two matches at the Bulls’ fortress.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
SA Muay Thai athletes shine at Bangkok games
SA MUAY Thai Organisation coach and president, Kru Nic Radley, said he was proud to see South African athletes compete against the world's best in the home of Thai fighting, supported by his coaching team, which included treasurer and assistant coach Shaheen Price.
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June 03, 2025
Cape Argus
Broos urges caution as youngsters attract interest
AS Bafana Bafana gear up for their upcoming international friendlies against Tanzania and Mozambique, national team coach Hugo Broos has voiced his support for three rising stars from Orlando Pirates looking to make their mark abroad.
2 min |
June 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Elderly man wrongfully arrested for child rape to receive R1.5m
AN ELDERLY Mpumalanga man, who was falsely accused of raping a child and had to spend more than 16 months in jail under harrowing circumstances, before the charge was withdrawn against him, is set to receive R1.5 million in damages from the police.
2 min |
June 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Papayas' Piastri keeps reign going in Spain
OSCAR Piastri drove with exemplary calm and control in a torrid race on Sunday to beat teammate and rival Lando Norris, as McLaren claimed their first Spanish Grand Prix victory since 2005 with a resounding one-two finish.
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June 02, 2025
Cape Argus
Deaths, arrests mar revelry after Champions League win
TWO people died, hundreds were arrested and cars set ablaze in France overnight as football fans celebrated Paris Saint-Germain’s stunning Champions League final victory, the interior ministry said yesterday.
2 min |
June 02, 2025
Cape Argus
SA sprinters excel at Kip Keino Classic
WITH all the attention focused of Zakithi Nene's blistering world lead of 43.76 to take gold in the 400m at at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi on Saturday, there were also podium finishes for Bayanda Walaza in the 100m and Shaun Maswanganyi in the men's 200m contest.
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