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Saturday Star
Hope and high-fives as elite school changes lives
BANELE Phaladi wolfed down a thin slice of bread and kissed his mother goodbye before walking through the dilapidated streets of Alexandra to his colourful classroom at the Kgololo Academy.
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May 17, 2025
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Breaking records routine for Yamal as Barcelona wrap up La Liga title
BARCELONA'S 28th Spanish league title capped a remarkable season defined by teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, who at 17 has emerged as world football’s most electrifying talent.
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May 17, 2025
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Financial, venue issues KO's plans for Dricus title defence in SA
IN a bittersweet turn of events for local fight fans, Dricus du Plessis, the reigning UFC world middleweight champion, has failed in his quest to defend his title on home soil.
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May 17, 2025
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Israel hits back after pregnant settler killed
ISRAEL'S military killed five Palestinian militants in the occupied West Bank on Thursday, hours after a pregnant settler was killed in a shooting, as hardline pro-settler leaders, including a government minister, called for Palestinian towns to be razed.
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May 17, 2025
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... And why it shouldn't be the Car of the Year
On the performance front, of course, there is plenty of cleverness going on under the skin to deliver
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May 17, 2025
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Minister reverses SETA appointments amid public outcry
HIGHER Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane's decision to reverse the appointments of chairpersons for several Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAS) has been welcomed by parties as some claimed credit for applying pressure on her.
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May 17, 2025
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Cannes dress code claims Halle Berry as its first victim
JUST one day before its Tuesday opening ceremony, the Cannes Film Festival changed the rules of its always-controversial dress code, in a move certain to send celebrity stylists into anaphylactic shock.
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May 17, 2025
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Grannies strut catwalk again
AT 17, Joyce Malindi won her first beauty contest under the suffocating limits of apartheid South Africa.
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May 17, 2025
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'The Good White' confronts SA's non-racial project
ACCLAIMED SA director, Mike van Graan’s new production, The Good White has theatre tongues wagging.
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May 17, 2025
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SASSA denies double grant payment rumours
FAKE NEWS
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May 17, 2025
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5 hidden islands to explore in Greece
WITH summer approaching in Europe, Greece offers an appealing escape for global travellers, particularly South Africans who are looking to avoid the winter cold.
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May 17, 2025
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Chiefs coach Nabi's ‘axing’ echoes PSL clubs’ dirty tricks of yesteryear
LAST WEEK, a report by a seasoned journalist was highlighted with a banner headline ‘Chiefs to axe Nabi’.
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May 17, 2025
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Ncikazi must take opportunity to coach Pirates
WHEN Mandla Ncikazi joined Orlando Pirates four seasons ago, he was tipped to become the head coach of the club in the near future.
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May 17, 2025
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DJ Fistaz Mixwell embraces the art of solo camping
DIVING INTO SOLITUDE
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May 17, 2025
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Why the BMW X3 is SA's Car of the Year
SOUTH Africa's Car of the Year for 2025 is the BMW X3, and this marks the eighth time that the Bavarian brand has won the local competition in its 39-year history.
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May 17, 2025
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Toyota qualifier at Kyalami set to challenge top riders for World Cup ticket
THIS weekend, Kyalami Park Club will transform into a battleground as South Africa’s top equestrians compete for glory in the Toyota World Cup Qualifier, paving their path toward a coveted World Cup ticket.
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May 17, 2025
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Chimp drumming reveals building blocks of human rhythm
OUT west, they groove with fast, evenly spaced beats. In the east, it's more free-form and fluid.
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May 17, 2025
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Why dating after 30 can feel like a minefield – and what to do about it
DATING in your thirties is a whole new ballgame. It's not just dating, it's intentional, emotionally charged, and often frustrating.
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May 17, 2025
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Simple way to work smarter
IN today’s fast-paced business environment, effective problem-solving isn’t just about finding quick fixes - it’s about developing a systematic approach that leads to innovative and sustainable solutions.
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May 17, 2025
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Van Wyk returns for Lions in Ospreys season finale
THE Lions welcome back star centre Henco van Wyk for today's visit of the Ospreys in their last United Rugby Championship match of the season after he had missed last weekend's loss to the Scarlets due to illness.
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May 17, 2025
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Seven daily habits that could be harming your skin and hair
WE ALL love a good serum or a miracle hair mask, but what if the secret to glowing skin and healthier hair wasn't in a bottle?
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May 17, 2025
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School champions neurodiversity
KINGSMEAD College is proud to reaffirm its commitment to inclusion and neurodiversity by hosting the acclaimed interactive exhibition, Your Brain is a Garden, from May 12-24.
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May 17, 2025
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Black parties 'neglecting communities'
AFRICAN Transformation Movement (ATM) party leader Vuyo Zungula has criticised black political parties within the Government of National Unity (GNU), accusing them of prioritising ministerial positions over tangible benefits for their communities.
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May 17, 2025
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'Direction matters more than your speed'
WITH the June exams around the corner, teen, Hildegard Havenga, shares her views on the pressure on teens and their journey ahead. Hildegard's vision is to uplift and empower other teenagers wherever she can. She does this by sharing her own experiences, because as an ordinary teen from Pretoria, she also struggles with her own challenges and obstacles. From her own pen, Hildegard shares her thoughts on a teenager's plans for the future.
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May 17, 2025
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Beyond the smoke in SA's energy revolution
Researcher Nqobile Xaba talks to The Conversation Africa about how the partnership is going.
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May 17, 2025
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Go solo on an African getaway
AS WANDERLUST continues to inspire, an increasing number of explorers are embarking on solo journeys across the diverse landscapes of Africa.
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May 17, 2025
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Jacobs rises as a bold young voice in South African politics
AT JUST 24 years old, Liam Jacobs has emerged as one of the youngest and most determined voices in South Africa's political landscape.
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May 17, 2025
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A young professional's guide to building wealth
SOUTH Africans are facing a time of unprecedented financial complexity, which is why it's more crucial than ever to develop strong financial habits from an early stage, according to wealth manager Citadel.
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May 17, 2025
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Mdaka lauds character as Amajita reach first Afcon final since 1997
RAYMOND Mdaka’s Amajita are one game away from continental glory after edging Nigeria 1-0 in the semi-finals of the U20 Africa Cup of Nations at the Suez Canal Stadium in Egypt on Thursday night.
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May 17, 2025
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'Sabbatical' cast brings power, heart to the screen
LOCAL actors reflect on their transformative experience in the new local film Sabbatical, which explores ambition, familial ties, and the weight of silence within the context of corporate scandal.
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