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Lions must learn from Bordeaux masterclass against Leinster
THE Lions must follow the Bordeaux Begles blueprint against Leinster tomorrow evening if they are to stand any chance of success in their first-ever United Rugby Championship quarter-final.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
SA Reserve Bank warns of more interest rate hikes on the cards
Central bank outlines series of risk scenarios that could push inflation above 6%
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May 29, 2026
The Star
European crown on the line: Five key battles that could decide Arsenal v PSG
INSPIRED by a first Premier League title in more than two decades, Arsenal travel to Budapest hoping to add a first Uefa Champions League trophy to the cabinet as they take on defending champions Paris Saint-Germain in the decider at the Puskas Arena tomorrow (6pm SA time kick-off).
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Life Healthcare's strategic initiatives lead to attributable profit in six months
LIFE Healthcare reported a R771 million attributable profit in the six months to March 31, a turnaround from the R2.22 billion loss it made a year before, as it continued to work on aligning capacity with patient demand and expanding access to healthcare.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Pension fund adjudicator rules in favour of complainant's savings withdrawal
THE Municipal Employees Pension Fund has been ordered to allow a member access to her savings withdrawal benefit under the two-pot retirement system after the office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator found that the fund incorrectly applied its rules.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Korea-Japan 2002: Ronaldo's redemption and Bafana's goal-difference heartbreak
THE global football landscape was stepping into a bold new frontier, breaking fresh geographic ground as the Fifa World Cup was co-hosted in Asia for the very first time by South Korea and Japan in 2002.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Lewis Group reports strong credit sales growth and more than 50 new store openings
LEWIS Group reported strong credit sales growth from its furniture, home appliance, and bedding stores, expanding margins, a good quality of debtor's portfolio, and 58 new stores opened during the year to March 31, 2026.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
SA poised for record 17 million tons maize harvest, raising hopes for agricultural sector
SOUTH Africa is on track to produce its largest maize harvest on record, according to the latest report from the Crop Estimates Committee (CEC), with economists and agricultural experts saying the bumper crop could help ease pressure on food prices and livestock feed costs.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
NEARLY R1BN DRUG BUST AT BEITBRIDGE EXPOSES SYNDICATES
Seizure regarded as one of the country's biggest drug interceptions in recent years
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Global growth outlook darkens as inflation fears rise in Sub-Saharan Africa, warns WEF
THE global economic outlook has deteriorated sharply in recent weeks, with economists warning that escalating conflict in the Middle East and prolonged disruption to the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a severe shock to global growth, trade and inflation.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Study reveals hiring bias in corporate SA
A STUDY co-led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found that black youth in South Africa may face hidden barriers in corporate graduate recruitment, where hiring decisions are often influenced not only by qualifications and competence, but also by whether candidates are seen as relatable.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Public Service Commission to probe alleged cadre deployment appointments in public works
THE Public Service Commission (PSC) says it will investigate allegations of irregular appointments within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, including claims that Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson may have been involved in appointing a senior official without following proper recruitment procedures.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Makhanya grateful after earning long-awaited call-up
OLWETHU Makhanya has gradually and carefully honed his skillset in Major League Soccer (MLS) in recent years, which is why he’s not surprised - but grateful - to have been selected for the Bafana Bafana World Cup-bound team.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Property groups warn of pressure on housing market after interest rate hike
SOUTH Africa's residential property sector is expected to come under renewed pressure following the SA Reserve Bank’s decision to raise interest rates by 25 basis points, with property groups warning that higher borrowing costs will squeeze household finances and slow market momentum.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Defiant McMillan vows Munster will throw kitchen sink at Bulls
MUNSTER are thoroughly lapping up their underdog status going into tomorrow’s blockbuster United Rugby Championship quarter-final against the Bulls in Pretoria — with head coach Clayton McMillan boldly promising to “throw the kitchen sink” at their hosts.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
SASSA gold cards to stop working after August deadline
SOCIAL grant beneficiaries using SASSA Gold Cards have been urged to replace them with Postbank Black Cards before the August 31 deadline, after which the cards will no longer be valid.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Dawn Thandeka King sparks online empathy debate after visiting Snenhlanhla Khoza
SOUTH African actress Dawn Thandeka King has been acknowledged online after a visit to Snenhlanhla Khoza, a young woman living with Werner Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes premature aging.nhlanhla Khoza, a young woman living with Werner Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes premature aging.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
90% repatriated Ghanaians found without valid documents - BMA
THE Border Management Authority (BMA) says about 90% of the 295 Ghanaians processed for voluntary repatriation from South Africa were undocumented, while five travellers were denied boarding due to immigration and documentation issues.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Courtroom cheers as midwife is jailed
CLUTCHING a toy bear containing her infant son’s ashes, a mother cried bitterly as Pretoria East midwife Yolande Maritz Fouchee was sentenced yesterday to an effective 23-year prison sentence.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Bolivia at ‘breaking point,’ president warns protesters
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Paz warned this week that Bolivia was at a “breaking point” after nearly a month of protests that have caused shortages of food, fuel and life-saving medicine.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
DebtBusters report reveals ongoing financial strain for consumers
SOUTH African households received some relief at the start of 2026 as lower interest rates and access to retirement savings through the two-pot system eased financial pressure.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Broos defends controversial method of cutting stars
HUGO Broos defended his decision to retain the 32-member preliminary squad until the final 2026 FIFA World Cup team was named on Wednesday night at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Let us unite around our diverse cultures
FOR MANY years, it was a widespread practice for South Africans to replace the word “race” with “culture” to identify different groups, especially when interacting with people from other racial backgrounds.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
How to recognise RSV symptoms and protect your baby this winter
A SMALL cough, a runny nose, and a slightly grumpy baby who doesn’t want their bottle — it all seems normal this time of year, until it suddenly isn't.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Londie London rebuilds her brand with new music and a fresh image
LONDIE London is not just trending again; she is quietly rebuilding her entire brand in public view.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Our soldiers deserve dignity
THE conditions faced by soldiers at Fort iKapa Military Base in Goodwood, Cape Town, are a glaring reminder of the urgent need for accountability within our government.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Understanding the evolving tax landscape
OVER a year ago, I indicated that South Africa's next significant development in tax policy would not necessarily be an increase in tax rates, but rather a shift towards enhanced enforcement.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
KZN agricultural union urges caution after court ruling on private FMD vaccine procurement
THE KZN Agricultural Union (Kwanalu) has cautiously welcomed a recent Gauteng High Court ruling relating to the private procurement and administration of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Pupuma urges Milford to capitalise on form in Magesi clash
MILFORD FC's dream of reaching the prestigious Betway Premiership is suddenly looking more realistic than ever after a sensational, flying start to the PSL Promotion/Relegation mini-league.
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May 29, 2026
The Star
Tyla makes music history and JLo returns to romcoms
IT WAS a week of major career milestones, surprise reunions and big announcements across the entertainment world.
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