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Weekend Argus on Saturday
Digital content creator abducted, ransom paid
THE family of Simthande Myeza, a well-known digital content creator, has confirmed that he was abducted on Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025, while using a ride-hailing service in the Umbilo area of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Stellenbosch University welcomes Kganyago as new Chancellor
AS the rain fell steadily over Stellenbosch on Friday morning, a momentous occasion unfolded within the hallowed halls of Stellenbosch University (SU).
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Sabrina Carpenter responds to backlash over provocative album cover and music
AS SHE gears up for the release of her highly anticipated album Man’s Best Friend on August 29, Sabrina Carpenter has found herself at the centre of controversy, facing criticism for her image and musical direction.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Will Smith reflects on transformation after infamous Oscars slap
IN A CANDID conversation on BBC’s 1Xtra with host Remi Burgz, Will Smith opened up about the profound transformation he has undergone since the infamous incident at the 2022 Oscars, where he slapped comedian Chris Rock.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Power, performance and precision as we rip up the track
NOTHING quite gets the adrenaline pumping like the thought of careering around a track in a car that's specially designed for maximum power and performance.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Artwork commissioned to honour Desmond Tutu's legacy
IN a significant artistic endeavour to honour the legacy of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, the Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival (SICMF) has announced the commission of a unique commemorative artwork.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
US court allows Trump control of National Guard in LA
A US APPEALS court on Thursday ruled that President Donald Trump could continue control of National Guard troops in Los Angeles, over the objections of California Governor Gavin Newsom.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Man slapped with life sentence brutal murder of girlfriend
A MAN who had brutally assaulted and murdered his new girlfriend, will serve a life sentence behind bars for the heinous deed, to which he pleaded guilty.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Stories of reunion and heartbreak with lost luggage
THE airport - a bustling nexus of dreams and departures - can also be the site of emotional turmoil when luggage goes missing.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Haarwegskloof now a provincial nature reserve for biodiversity
IN a landmark achievement for biodiversity conservation, Haarwegskloof has been officially designated as a provincial nature reserve, marking the last remaining connected expanse of renosterveld on the planet.
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June 21, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Parklands College takes top honours in Coronation Top Investor Challenge
TWO high school learners from Parklands College have been crowned the winners of the inaugural Coronation Top Investor Challenge: Schools Edition.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Your child's new classmate
ARNO Jansen Van Vuuren, Managing Director of Futurewise, shares what parents need to know about Al in the classroom the good, the bad...and the dangerous.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
History repeats baseliner vs volleyer
IN the final analysis of the blockbuster Roland Garros clash between World No 1 & 2, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, in which the latter ultimately lifted the 'Coupe De Mousqetaire', it’s inevitable, every tennis pundit across the globe, has thrown their penny's worth into the pot, mostly hedging their bets.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Spain cracks down on Airbnbs
AS TRAVELLERS set their sights on Spain's sun-soaked and culturally rich cities this summer, they must tread carefully after a new clampdown on Airbnb lodgings.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
It's nothing new, they've done it before
MANY may look at South Africa's batting performance at Lord's yesterday and be surprised, and some may even be shocked that this batting unit, one that is heavily criticised, has been able to get the team within 69 runs of the country's first world title.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Sundowns coach Cardoso alert to the challenge of limited possession
MAMELODI Sundowns, the formidable force of South African football, are set to take on an entirely different battlefield at the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Milnerton flats go under hammer
BIDDERS Choice is hosting the online liquidation auction of two one-bedroom flatlets in Milnerton.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Paige Nick: a journey through literature and online culture
IF YOU’RE crazy about books, fascinated by authors, or interested in absolutely anything literary, then Paige Nick is a person you really ought to know.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Travel in superstar style like Bonang and Beyoncé
MANY of us work all year to be able to afford a holiday, so why not make the most of it and travel wisely. Local and international celebrities have honed their travel routines to perfection.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
The role of fathers in a time of youth unemployment
IN A country where the future of its youth feels increasingly uncertain, the absence of opportunity is a weight that affects not only the young but also the fathers who strive to guide them.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
The importance of financial planning for young people
MORE young South Africans are prioritising wellness through therapy and fitness, but they continue to overlook financial well-being, and it is costing them more than they realise.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Elon Musk's Starlink: a threat to SA's astronomical research?
THE prospect of Elon Musk's satellite internet venture, Starlink, expanding its operations to South Africa has generated considerable excitement, particularly for its potential to bridge the digital divide in rural communities.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Luxury meets lifestyle in the heart of the Mother City
VIEWERS have once again been transported into some of the world’s most remarkable homes on the latest season of Listing Cape Town.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
BORN FREE, BLOCKED BY THE SYSTEM
FORTY-NINE years after the 1976 youth rose up for their future, a new generation is still fighting - this time, for access to basic survival.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Who was Naude in underworld web in SA?
ANDRE Naude, an alleged underworld kingpin, was not new to controversy.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Egypt detains over 200 activists ahead of Gaza aid march
EGYPTIAN authorities have detained more than 200 pro-Palestinian activists in Cairo ahead of an international march aiming to break Israel’s blockade on Gaza, organisers said on Thursday.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Rashid Lombard: capturing resistance and celebration in SA
THE click of a camera shutter and the improvisation of a jazz saxophone may seem worlds apart. Yet, in the hands of South African photojournalist and cultural organiser Rashid Lombard, they became inseparable instruments of resistance and celebration.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Youth empowerment: engaging in social justice is the way to go
ALTHOUGH my journey with social justice began in primary school under the labels of \"outreach\" and \"charity drives\", I only came to understand its depth at university.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Adjudicator criticises pension fund for ignoring complaints
THE Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator (OPFA) has come down hard on the South African Local Authorities Pension Fund for ignoring repeated requests for information, in what it describes as serious non-compliance with regulatory obligations.
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June 14, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
SICMF ready to celebrate 20 years of music in a big way
THE Stellenbosch International Chamber Music Festival (SICMF) is set to captivate audiences as it celebrates its 20th anniversary with an extraordinary line-up of concerts, masterclasses, and performances from July 4-13 at the US Konservatorium in Stellenbosch.
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