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Iran and Israel exchange deadly strikes in air war
IRAN launched missiles at Israeli cities yesterday, after Israeli strikes on the Islamic republic, raising Israel's death toll by 11 on day four of an escalating air war.
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June 17, 2025
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So many baddies out there
THE Boeing 707 Dreamliner suddenly becomes the Boeing 707 Nightmare-liner.
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June 17, 2025
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Witness demands R2m after police leak
A MURDER witness who claimed that his life is in danger as the police have divulged his name and details on social media, turned to court in an urgent bid for the SAPS to immediately pay him R2 million so that he can relocate to an undisclosed location.
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June 17, 2025
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New report reveals high levels of food insecurity persist in South Africa
DESPITE South Africa being food secure at a national level, household food security remains a challenge.
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June 17, 2025
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One dead, 10 injured in hot air balloon crash
AN UNLICENSED hot air balloon carrying tourists crashed at the weekend in southeast Brazil's Sao Paulo state, killing one person and injuring 10 others, the military police said
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June 17, 2025
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SAPS must answer for R131.5m sick leave costs
THE Democratic Alliance (DA) is outraged by recent revelations that an astonishing R131 585 808.09 has been spent on SAPS members who have been on paid sick leave for periods exceeding six months during the 2023/2024 financial year.
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June 17, 2025
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Families wait for remains after crash
INDIAN health officials have begun handing relatives the bodies of their loved ones after one of the world’s worst plane crashes in decades, but most families were still waiting yesterday for results of DNA testing.
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June 17, 2025
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Fatigue, wasted scoring chances at the heart of Bafana’s Cosafa defeat
FATIGUE and wasted goalscoring opportunities saw Bafana Bafana succumb to a 3-0 defeat against Angola in the 2025 COSAFA Cup final in Bloemfontein on Sunday.
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June 17, 2025
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Driving education, culture and fostering youth friendship
The youth serves as the vanguard in building a high-level China-South Africa community
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June 17, 2025
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Mercedes shines at the Canadian Grand Prix
MERCEDES found their rhythm at the Canadian Grand Prix, with both drivers not only successfully navigating the daunting 'Wall of Champions, but also securing significant points, as George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli both delivered strong performances on a rare off day for McLaren.
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June 17, 2025
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Istanbul mayor on trial for threats
ISTANBUL'S jailed mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the leading opponent of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, appeared in court yesterday on charges of threatening the city’s public prosecutor.
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June 17, 2025
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Showdown looms in NFP over amended candidate list in KwaZulu-Natal
A POLITICAL showdown is looming again within the National Freedom Party (NFP) leadership following the party's decision to amend its KwaZulu-Natal legislature candidate list a move which might see its sole member Social Development MEC Mbali Shinga getting the axe.
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June 17, 2025
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Conrad delivers perfect Lord's Father's Day present with Aussie victory
AS a pivotal moment in South Africa’s cricket history approached, Shukri Conrad paused to reflect on the loss of his father, Sedick, one of the finest cricketers of his generation, who passed away two months ago.
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June 17, 2025
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Transnet averts potential strike after reaching three-year wage agreement with workers unions
Transnet has signed a three-year wage agreement with its majority union, the United National Transport Union (UNTU), following a protracted negotiation process that required intervention from the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).
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June 17, 2025
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4 thoughtful ways to make your mom feel special on your wedding day
WEDDINGS in South Africa aren't just a celebration, they're a family affair. But if you've ever found yourself locked in a cold war over the seating chart or caught in the crossfire of floral preferences, you'll know the real test isn’t sticking to the budget.
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June 17, 2025
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SA sugar growers urge action against unfair trade practices impacting industry
SA Canegrowers has cautioned once again that the local industry was facing many challenges, not least of which is the increasing risk local growers face from unfair global trade practices.
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June 17, 2025
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Governing strategy and risk: How boards can steer the future
IN THE theatre of corporate leadership, strategy is often presented as a management exercise, being something crafted by executives, presented in compelling slides, and approved by the board before being shelved until the next annual review.
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June 17, 2025
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SANDF troops return from DRC mission
A THIRD group of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers arrived in South Africa yesterday afternoon, marking another significant phase in South Africa’s withdrawal from a volatile peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
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June 17, 2025
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SACAA under fire as aviation industry claims regulation withdrawal could ground 1400 aircraft
THE South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has found itself at the centre of controversy after the recent withdrawal of Aeronautical Information Circular (AIC) 18.19, which regulates engine overhauls for aircraft across the private flying sector, light commercial operations, aerial work, and flight training.
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June 17, 2025
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Big tech on a quest for ideal AI device
CHATGPT-maker OpenAI has enlisted the legendary designer behind the iPhone to create an irresistible gadget for using generative artificial intelligence (AI).
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June 17, 2025
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Former Pirates mentor Riveiro makes strong case for PSL award
IT is that time of the year when domestic coaching achievements are under the microscope as Premier Soccer League's panel of judges look at who has made a strong case for the coveted Premier Soccer League (PSL) 'Coach of the Season' title.
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June 17, 2025
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How the 'sandwich generation' is stretching to care for loved ones, tech might be their lifeline
THE so-called sandwich generation, people aged between 30-50 years old, are juggling school runs and zoom meetings, managing grocery lists for two households, and now, trying to make sure mum gets her blood pressure checked while helping their adult children find stable footing in an unforgiving economy.
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June 17, 2025
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Springbok Women celebrate their success in Madagascar
THE Springbok Women returned home on Monday relieved and proud that they executed their mandate in Madagascar at the 2025 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup after wins over Uganda, Kenya and Madagascar.
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June 17, 2025
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Corruption and crime: A recipe for food insecurity in South Africa
AS MUCH as I do not want to add another voice to the fiasco at the recent White House meeting between Trump and President Cyril Ramaphosa it is a starting point for an article about how corruption, crime and food security end up in a concoction of another disaster for the citizens of the country.
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June 17, 2025
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UK's PHP pushes for Assura merger, dismissing financial risk claims
PRIMARY Health Properties (PHP) has renewed its push for a merger with rival Assura Plc dismissing financial concerns raised by Assura’s board and underscoring strategic benefits in an intensifying battle over the future of Britain's largest primary care real estate groups.
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June 17, 2025
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Trump pocketed over $57m from crypto coin sales
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump pocketed more than $57 million from token sales by the crypto venture he and his sons helped launch last year, according to federal financial disclosure forms released by the White House.
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June 17, 2025
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HOW FIRST-TIME EXPERIENCES COULD HELP PUT A BOUNCE BACK IN YOUR STEP
JUNE is Men's Mental Health Month in South Africa, a time to shine a light on the silent yet widespread emotional struggles men face.
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June 17, 2025
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Free State pupil missing for 10 days after cops stopped car
YESTERDAY marked 10 days since the abduction of Free State Grade 11 learner, Kamogelo Baukudi, who was kidnapped allegedly by two police officers in Bloemfontein.
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June 17, 2025
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Satellite data shows SA's land mass is rising
SOUTH Africa's landmass is slowly rising, and new research suggests the surprising cause may not be deep within the Earth but rather due to repeated droughts and water loss.
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June 17, 2025
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Eastern Cape death toll rises to 90
THE DEATH toll from the recent devastating floods in the Eastern Cape has risen to 90, as authorities intensify search and rescue efforts for several missing people.
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