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Slot hints at fresh Alexander Isak bid
LIVERPOOL manager Arne Slot refused to rule out an improved bid for Newcastle’s Alexander Isak as the Premier League champions consider adding to their formidable firepower, with Darwin Nufiez set to leave for Saudi Arabia.
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August 09, 2025
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The art of restraint redefined in rope studios
IN TOKYO, a man watches a woman slowly bind another with ropes attached to chains hanging from the ceiling.
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August 09, 2025
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Booth on Sundowns' quest for a ninth title
AS THE Betway Premiership returns this weekend, all eyes are on Mamelodi Sundowns.
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August 09, 2025
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Know the pitfalls of DIY investing
ARE you a do-it-yourself investor or toying with becoming one? You may be relatively young, with a promising career path ahead of you, but have not, until now, seriously considered investing a portion of your monthly salary cheque with a financial goal in mind.
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August 09, 2025
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How women are redefining financial independence
THERE’S a quiet but powerful shift happening in South Africa’s financial landscape, and it’s being led by women. We’re not just participating in the economy, we’re shaping it, one decision at a time. From buying homes and cars to managing insurance and investments, women are increasingly taking control of their financial futures. And while I don’t yet own a house, I see myself reflected in this movement.
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August 09, 2025
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Walking tall with pride: learners receive new shoes
IN A heartwarming initiative that has brightened the spirits of many young learners, Walter Sisulu Primary School celebrated Nelson Mandela Month with a generous donation of school shoes.
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August 09, 2025
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The single mother’s guide to financial planning
AS sole breadwinners responsible for the welfare of minor children, single mothers face a uniquely challenging financial landscape. Without a partner’s income as a safety net, and with the emotional strain of shouldering the family’s finances alone, the pressure can be immense.
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August 09, 2025
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Around R266k US visa deposit for Malawi and Zambia: Could SA be next?
THE US State Department has launched a 12-month pilot initiative requiring visa applicants from Malawi and Zambia to pay a substantial security bond.
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August 09, 2025
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Women leaders reflect on Women's Day
Build One South Africa (BOSA) MP and Co-founder, Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster, said Women's Day is deeply significant to her because it honours women who, despite having far fewer rights, resources, or recognition, were daring enough to confront an unjust system.
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August 09, 2025
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Dirco's Monyela says sailors don't have passports
DEPUTY Director-General at the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco), Clayson Monyela took to X to clarify the reason the Russian servicemen onboard the Russian Navy Baltic Fleet training vessel, The Smolny, which is in Cape Town on its Africa-Asia voyage, were denied permission to leave the ship and walk on South African soil — he says they do not have passports.
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August 09, 2025
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SAHRC probes Open Chats Podcast despite clip removal, apology
THE South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has confirmed a probe into comments made by the Open Chats Podcast.
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August 09, 2025
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Reddam House Bedfordview's Mackenzie Mackay shines on stage
MACKENZIE Mackay, a Grade 8 student at Reddam House Bedfordview, has returned from her first international gymnastics competition with unforgettable memories, new milestones, and a message of resilience and perseverance.
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August 09, 2025
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The right to protest, or the RIGHT protest?
MY REVOLUTIONARY friend, whom I love dearly, proposes three avenues to achieve change.
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August 09, 2025
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How disciplined saving can secure your financial future
UNLIKE financial freedom - which means never having to stress about money again — financial independence is more about having your own safety net or personal buffer to fall back on during those tough times. It’s a more realistic and attainable goal. Yet the reality is that 45% of South Africans would struggle to cover a R5,000 emergency without borrowing from somewhere or someone, according to the South African Reserve Bank.
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August 09, 2025
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SA’s reading crisis: Not just learners, it’s the system
SOUTH African learners consistently struggle with reading comprehension, performing poorly in both international and local assessments. A significant issue is that 81% of Grade 4 learners (aged 9 or 10) are unable to read for meaning - they can decode words, but do not necessarily understand them.
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August 09, 2025
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Cardoso calls on Sundowns to lay down a marker against Chippa United
MAMELODI Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso is calling on his side to lay down a marker when they face Chippa United in their Betway Premiership opener at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium today (kickoff at 3pm).
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August 09, 2025
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Researchers probe link between ME/CFS and Long Covid
DESPITE testing negative and being told they’re fine, millions of people recovering from infections like Covid-19, influenza and glandular fever are left battling crippling fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, gut issues and a strange crash after any physical effort — a pattern that’s becoming too common to ignore.
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August 02, 2025
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GAZA GENOCIDE 'Disaster unfolding in front of our eyes'
folded half the bread into half and told me I'll imagine this to be a manouche - thyme and olive oil sandwich. Her only wish at the time were for such a simple sandwich that she hadn't eaten for months.
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August 02, 2025
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Top five mentoring habits
IN the IT industry, women are stepping up, gaining more visibility and building influence - with mentorship increasingly becoming a form of advocacy rather than just career advice.
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August 02, 2025
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Think on your feet - and own the moment
THE ability to think on your feet is a must-have career skill. Whether you're in a high-stakes interview, unexpectedly called on in a meeting or navigating a challenging conversation at work, being able to respond quickly and effectively can make a significant difference in both your confidence and credibility.
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August 02, 2025
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Unlocking adult joy for mental health
PLAYTIME ISN’T JUST FOR KIDS
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August 02, 2025
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The global rise of set-jetting
EVER found yourself so swept away by the picturesque landscapes of a film or TV series that you added it to your bucket list destination?
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August 02, 2025
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Future in hands of president who drinks diet coke
DREW McKenzie-Smith was working as a chef in northwest England when a man knocked on his father’s door with news: A scroll from a long-dead king recorded the earliest known mention of Scottish whisky, and it was traced to the ruins of a monastery next door.
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August 02, 2025
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Pride Portraits
Pride Portraits is a series by Cape Town photographer Tamara Wilson that explores the wntersection of queerness and religion.
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August 02, 2025
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The evolution from royal favourite to luxury global icon
IN THE rarified air of celebrities, royals and moguls, in the star-studded streets of Hollywood and in manicured estates, the Range Rover is a constant in their choice of vehicle.
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August 02, 2025
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Gaza's horror through a mother's eyes
GAZA is slipping deeper into famine as the conflict rages on and humanitarian aid remains blocked.
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August 02, 2025
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DRC, Rwanda hold first talks
THE Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda held their first talks after signing a peace deal to end decades of deadly conflict in mineral-rich eastern Congo, the two countries said yesterday.
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August 02, 2025
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Dog is God backwards..or is it the other way round?
DOGS are always around people, and doesn’t the good book say we were made in God’s image. So its not too far a stretch when a joke asks you to imagine a time when God was chilling with their dog.
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August 02, 2025
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RDP recipients sell houses to foreign nationals
MINISTER of Human Settlements-Thembi Simelane has addressed the hot topic of foreign nationals living in RDP houses, which in law are meant for economically disadvantaged South African nationals.
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August 02, 2025
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Verstappen puts an end to speculation about his future
MAX Verstappen ended weeks of speculation about his future on Thursday when the reigning Formula One world champion said he would be staying with Red Bull in 2026.
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