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Mural of judge beating protester removed
A MURAL by the anonymous street artist Banksy portraying a judge beating a protester with a gavel will be removed from the wall outside a London court, according to the British court service.
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September 13, 2025
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Titus urges Stellies to embrace unpredictability to overcome Pirates
STELLENBOSCH have grown into one of the most consistent cup teams in the country, and today’s MTN8 final at Mbombela Stadium against Orlando Pirates will mark their third cup final in as many seasons.
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September 13, 2025
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MAYOR'S WATER TANKERS FALL SHORT
Residents vow more protests if water woes drag
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September 13, 2025
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Tennis Grand Slams sell women short in three sets
YEARS ago, I was watching a women’s Grand Slam tennis match with a friend who isn’t a sports fan.
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September 13, 2025
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How financial planning can help you realise your passion
WHETHER it’s travelling the world, starting a side business, or pursuing a creative hobby, contrary to popular belief, passions are not just luxuries but are, in fact, real-life goals that deserve a place in your financial plan. Treating passions as life goals makes them more attainable.
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September 13, 2025
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Revitalise your well-being this spring: embrace new health habits
AS SOUTH Africa shakes off its winter chill and welcomes the brighter, longer days of spring, this season of renewal offers more than just the chance to declutter your home.
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September 13, 2025
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Trump says Charlie Kirk shooting suspect in custody
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump on Friday announced that the suspect had been taken into custody over the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk after a massive manhunt.
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September 13, 2025
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Haaland little bit above Isak, says Pep
PEP Guardiola said Erling Haaland is “a little bit above” Alexander Isak as the Manchester City boss responded to Arne Slot’s claim that Liverpool’s new signing was “maybe the best striker in the world”.
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September 13, 2025
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Aniston soft launches romance with Jim Curtis
LOVE HINTS
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September 13, 2025
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UN votes on 'Hamas-free' Palestinian state
THE UN General Assembly voted yesterday whether to back the “New York Declaration”, a resolution which seeks to breathe new life into the two-state solution between Israel and Palestine — without the involvement of Hamas.
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September 13, 2025
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Chiefs must make room for youngsters in their attractive project for the season
ROME wasn’t built in a day, I get it, and it’s an unending process to develop a player. But I feel for most of Kaizer Chiefs’ youngsters!
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September 13, 2025
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Lions well set to end Currie Cup title drought
THE Lions are in pole position to win the 2025 Currie Cup title, with the semifinals set to be played out in Johannesburg and Kimberley today.
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September 13, 2025
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Festival celebrates cultural heritage
AS SOUTH Africa celebrates Heritage Month this September, the Folklore Festival returns for its 4th edition, a three-day celebration of music, storytelling, and cultural preservation.
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September 13, 2025
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One year in, the lessons from South Africa's two-pot retirement reform
APPROXIMATELY R60 billion has been withdrawn since South Africa’s new two-pot retirement fund system was implemented a year ago.
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September 13, 2025
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The rise of pickpocketing in Europe's top tourist destinations
FROM Madrid to Paris, Rome and Venice, tourists are increasingly being targeted by gangs of pickpockets that can ruin a holiday in these historic European cities.
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September 13, 2025
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Bold prediction: Pirates to clinch MTNS title
TODAY marks a monumental day in South African football as the MTN8 final descends upon Mbombela Stadium, with Orlando Pirates poised to make history.
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September 13, 2025
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Effective goal-setting strategies
WHETHER in your career or personal development, it is critical to get clear on what you want, why you want it and how to take action. This seemingly simple task is often what distinguishes action-takers from dreamers.
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September 13, 2025
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Why everyone needs a will, not just the wealthy or old
MANY people consider estate planning and having a will something exclusively for the wealthy or elderly.
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September 13, 2025
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A beacon of kindness and generosity in SA's motor industry
The South African motor industry has lost one of its kindest and most altruistic souls, with the passing of Philip Hull on Saturday.
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September 13, 2025
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A ‘real’ movie fights back in anime-ruled Japan
PENSIONER Shizue Kato didn’t fancy the new Demon Slayer anime blockbuster and instead watched Kokuho, a rare live-action cinema hit in Japan, where animation rules.
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September 13, 2025
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Russia, Belarus start military drills
RUSSIA and its key ally Belarus began major joint military drills yesterday, putting Nato on edge days after Poland accused Moscow of escalating tensions by firing attack drones through its airspace.
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September 13, 2025
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Taxpayers foot R10.3m bill for ministerial residences, R143 000 for curtains
TAXPAYERS have footed a bill of R10.3 million for the maintenance of ministerial residences since the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU) after the elections last year.
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September 13, 2025
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Youth with disabilities get business boost
FIFTEEN young people living with disabilities from Cape Flats communities — including: Crossroads, Delft, Eerste River, Khayelitsha and Mitchell's Plain - have taken their first steps towards running their own businesses thanks to Engen’s New Venture Creation Learnership.
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September 13, 2025
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Enhle Mbali sparks outrage for ‘k*fir hare’ comment
UNDER FIRE
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September 13, 2025
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Low economic growth keeps consumers cautious
EVEN as economic growth picked up in the second quarter - to 0.8% versus 0.1% in the first three months of the year - economists warn that the environment for the consumer remains subdued.
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September 13, 2025
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Slot urges patience with 'best striker' Isak after record move
ARNE Slot yesterday described new signing Alexander Isak as “maybe the best striker in the world” but warned he would be eased into action gradually after a disrupted preseason.
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September 13, 2025
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Donnarumma ready for challenge of 'world's best league'
MANCHESTER City’s new goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is ready to prove himself in the “best league in the world” after leaving Paris Saint-Germain.
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September 13, 2025
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Outrage as Ramaphosa’s social media posts inappropriate content
FAUX PAS
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September 13, 2025
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Pirates’ international call-ups Ouaddou ahead of final
ORLANDO Pirates face a unique challenge ahead of the MTN8 final as seven of their players returned from international duty on Wednesday with the showdown set for today, while Stellenbosch started preparations with Bafana Bafana’s Thabo Moloisane the only one missing.
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September 13, 2025
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Unmarried couples: who gets what after the death of a partner?
YOU’VE lived with your partner for years, building a home, plate by plate, couch by couch. But without a marriage certificate or a traditional celebration, South African law does not afford you the same legal protections that married couples enjoy. So, what happens if your partner passes away?
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