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Cape Argus
Western Cape public hospitals welcome 132 New Year's babies
THE Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness announced the arrival of 132 babies born in public health facilities across the province on January 1, marking a heartwarming start to the new year.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Father's act of kindness turns into a nightmare
A PORTLAND father's act of kindness turned terrifying when criminals hijacked his vehicle and stole his phone while he was repairing a leak at his local church.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
SA referee Tom at centre as Mali edge Tunisia
SOUTH African referee Abongile Tom shows the penalty spot during the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 match between Mali and Tunisia at Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Widow of murdered cop to face trial in February
THE widow of a murdered police officer is expected to face trial next month.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Dobson says he was never worried by Bulls pressing
STORMERS director of rugby John Dobson never doubted that his team would pull off a win against the Bulls on Saturday in Cape Town as they racked up victory number eight in the competition to remain unbeaten and atop the United Rugby Championship (URC) log.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
A bitter-sweet tale of love, fate and chaos
AUDIOBOOKS offer a special kind of immersion, pulling listeners into stories that can evoke laughter, tears, and contemplation.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Maduro in New York jail
VENEZUELAN President Nicolas Maduro was in a New York jail at the weekend, hours after American special forces seized and flew him out of his country which Donald Trump said would come under effective US control.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Cornwell's re-imagining of a notorious South African murder case
YES, we live in a hell of a country, not least because our murder statistics are far too high, violence has become a norm and the relics of the past revisit us with horrifying persistence.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
School transport in crisis, National Treasury admits
‘INEFFECTIVE SYSTEM’
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Girl (12) caught in crossfire during truck robbery
BRAZEN gunmen attempting to carry out a robbery on a bread delivery truck, have shot and wounded a 12-year-old girl in Valhalla Park.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Flick praise for ‘unbelievable’ Barca goalie Garcia
DANI Olmo and Robert Lewandowski's late strikes helped Barcelona snatch a 2-0 win at Espanyol on Saturday to move seven points clear at the top of La Liga, with coach Hansi Flick left thanking his goalkeeper Joan Garcia.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Pathan questions selectors’ decision on Shami’s exclusion
FORMER India all-rounder Irfan Pathan threw his support behind the experienced fast bowler Mohammed Shami after his omission from ODI squad despite his stellar performance in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
South Korea’s Lee lands in China, hoping to sidestep Taiwan tensions
SOUTH Korea's President Lee Jae Myung arrived in China yesterday, eager to boost economic ties with Seoul’s largest trading partner while keeping a lid on potentially explosive issues such as Taiwan.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Lobby group challenges Ramaphosa's referendum rejection
THE Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG) said it has noted President Cyril Ramaphosa’s statement that he has no intention of holding a referendum to test public opinion on any part of South Africa.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Leaked exams 'erode trust in education system'
AS THOUSANDS of matrics across the country anxiously await their 2025 results, the Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus) has warned that confidence in South Africa’s public education system has been severely shaken by revelations that leaked matric examination papers originated from within the Department of Basic Education (DBE).
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Ukraine's allies in Kyiv for war talks
SECURITY advisors from Ukraine's top allies met in Kyiv at the weekend for talks on a US-brokered plan to end the war with Russia, days after Kyiv announced a deal was “90%” ready.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Inside Beyoncé’s journey to billionaire status
BEYONCÉ has officially become a billionaire, according to a recent report from Forbes.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Van Rooyen praises composure after seeing red in dramatic win
LIONS coach Ivan van Rooyen commended his team for the way they dealt with the adversity of losing forward Ruan Venter to a yellow card that was later upgraded to red in the gripping one-point victory against the Sharks at Kings Park on Saturday afternoon.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Family pet survives scorpion sting
A BELOVED German shepherd's life was saved by the team of veterinarians at the Animal Welfare Society of South Africa (AWS) after it was bitten by a poisonous scorpion while playing in his garden.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Arteta: Bournemouth win a sign of ‘growth’
ARSENAL fought back from a goal down to beat Bournemouth 3-2 on Saturday, stretching their lead at the top of the Premier League, at least for a day, as Aston Villa extended their winning run at home.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Show me the Mali as 'magic man' tips scale against Tunisia
IN the aftermath of their shock victory against Tunisia in Morocco on Saturday night, Mali reportedly splashed out 3 million francs on their 'magic man' to ensure that fortune swings in their favour in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
If kidnapping presidents becomes acceptable, the rules are finished
SELECTIVE ENFORCEMENT
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Mofokeng adapting and delivering as stakes rise
ORLANDO Pirates midfielder Relebohile Mofokeng says the pressure he has faced in recent times is something he has learned to live with, using it as fuel to maintain high standards in his performances.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
New Benni McCarthy book set to reveal untold stories
\"LOOKING back at my career, the moment that defined me the most was moving to Ajax Amsterdam,\" Benni McCarthy said.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
MINSTRELS PROTEST AGAINST VENUE UNCERTAINTY
Frustration over legal battles grows
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Flat tyre brings vehicle theft attempt to a halt
THREE suspects have been arrested after they were caught red-handed with a stolen vehicle which had a flat tyre, putting an end to their crime spree.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
The putrescent smell of empire
US -VENEZUELAN INTERVENTION
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
All 23 South Africans stuck in Venezuela confirmed safe
SOUTH Africa has confirmed that all its citizens in Venezuela are safe amid heightened tensions following recent US military action in the country.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Road closures for Tweede Nuwe Jaar
MINSTREL troupes are ready to shake, rattle, and roll when they take over Cape Town for the annual Tweede Nuwe Jaar parade today.
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January 05, 2026
Cape Argus
Top 6 most anticipated movies of 2026
THE new year is shaping up to be a historic year for cinema, marked by the return of massive franchises, legendary directors like Steven Spielberg and Christopher Nolan and a resurgence of original science fiction.
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