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Weekend Argus on Saturday
Alleged killer of US embassy staff charged with murder
THE suspect accused of gunning down two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum in Washington was charged Thursday with murder, as international tensions over anti-Semitism erupted over the attack.
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May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Another immediate 'deadline' for trust and company service providers (TCSPs)
MORE than two years ago, South Africa was found to have insufficiently addressed money laundering and terrorist financing, leading to its greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
6 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
The ‘rhino whisperer’s’ fight tirelessly against poaching
IN THE quiet rural stretch between Patensie and Humansdorp, where citrus orchards roll into game reserves, lives a young conservationist whose life has been shaped by the heartbeat of the wild.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
How the National Budget is impacting consumers
THE National Budget and an increase in the cost of living will hit consumers, who should reassess their budgets now and start saving as much as possible before more taxes come in next year.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Intercape slams police inaction
LONG-distance bus company Intercape appeared before the Portfolio Committee on Police, urging Parliament to intervene as police continue to fail in addressing a wave of violence and intimidation directed at the company.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Complex reality of crime in South Africa
SOUTH Africa continues to grapple with one of the highest crime rates globally, a crisis that transcends racial and socioeconomic boundaries.
1 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
AmaZulu chase top-eight as Pirates back in Durban
AMAZULU will be hoping to seal their place in next season’s MTN8 when they welcome Orlando Pirates to Moses Mabhida Stadium this afternoon.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Harvard's Magna Carta 'copy' is actually rare relic
HARVARD'S law school library paid $27.50 (R492) in 1946 to acquire what was billed as a “somewhat rubbed and damp-stained” copy of the Magna Carta from 1327 to add to its robust collection of medieval texts.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Fired federal workers find solace in fostering pets
MENTAL HEALTH
4 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Celebrating heritage one beat at a time
SOUTH African music sensation Makhadzi is on an extraordinary journey, exploring the vibrant culture and history of Ethiopia.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Teacher honoured with prestigious global STEM innovation award
TRAILBLAZING SA educator, Nadine Smith has been awarded the prestigious 2025 EDGE in Tech Athena Award for Early Career Leadership, recognising her groundbreaking work in transforming STEM education and making it more inclusive and accessible.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Sinner, Djokovic on a collision course at Roland Garros
CENTRE COURT
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
New president
CARLOS Sainz Senior, the father of Williams F1 driver Carlos Sainz Junior, is considering becoming the next FIA President to take over from incumbent Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
1 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
FOUR PAWS applauds new Pandemic Agreement
IN A landmark decision that could reshape global health policy, the World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva has officially adopted the Pandemic Agreement, marking the first time the One Health approach — a concept that underscores the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health — has been enshrined in an international, legally binding framework.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Zenay's return potential game-changer for Bok Women in World Cup year
SPRINGBOK Women performance coach Swys de Bruin has stressed the importance of utilising the intellectual capital of the likes of player-turned-coach Zenay Jordaan as the Rugby World Cup looms ever larger.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Defence budget reduced by R2bn due to DRC withdrawal
THE Department of Defence budget has been reduced by R2 billion due to the change in the deployment of SANDF in the peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Makhaza's rags-to-riches tale from 'nobody' to Bok camp
IKEYS coach and former Springbok centre Robbie Fleck had the pleasure of telling Ntokozo Makhaza that Rassie Erasmus was making enquires about him, but the young wing thought Fleck was winding him up.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Exploring identity, belonging and a slice of moonlight
THE critically-acclaimed solo production The Moon Looks Delicious From Here is set for a limited run at the Baxter Theatre in Cape Town from May 20 to 31, following a successful year on the circuit both locally and abroad.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
What the latest crime stats mean for SA
POLICE Minister Senzo Mchunu has declared that the fight against violent crime in South Africa is intensifying, as quarterly statistics reveal both encouraging declines in key crime categories and troubling spikes in others.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Battle of Tsushima: a turning point in naval warfare
AS the sun rose on May 27, 1905, a significant chapter in naval warfare unfolded in an otherwise tranquil sea - the Battle of Tsushima. One hundred and twenty years ago, Japanese admiral Togo's orders, “The fate of our Empire rests on the outcome of this battle. Let each man do his utmost,” echoed across the waters, foreshadowing a clash that would not only determine regional dominance but reshape the world balance of power.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
How technology can combat SA's crime crisis
Experts advocate for innovation and job creation as key solutions
4 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Mass poisoning threatens vultures
COORDINATED THREAT
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Mall of Africa builds new assembly area for local school
MALL of Africa has officially handed over the donation of a new assembly area to Dr Mathole Motshekga Primary School in Rabie Ridge, Midrand, using funds raised through its festive gift-wrapping station held this past December.
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May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Cupido's inspiring donation drive for Hannah's Place of Safety
WHILE many 16-year-olds are caught up in TikTok trends and teen culture, Leah Cupido from Bay View is walking a very different path — one inspired by purpose, compassion, and her namesake from the Bible.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
PSL must do much better next season after disruptive campaign
THE teething problems were there even before the season officially got underway, but the masses held their breath, hoping for everything to fall into place.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
WHO adopts pandemic agreement
THE World Health Organization’s member states on Tuesday adopted a landmark Pandemic Agreement on tackling future health crises, after more than three years of negotiations sparked by the shock of Covid-19.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Attempted baby abduction at Dora Nginza Hospital
THE Health & Other Services Personnel Trade Union of South Africa (Hospersa) has revealed details of how two women, who attempted to abduct two premature newborn babies from Dora Nginza Hospital in the Eastern Cape, tried to escape with the infants.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Gen Z trading cities for Africa’s conservation areas
AS THE world emerges from the restrictions of the Covid pandemic, the travel landscape is evolving, particularly for Generation Z, a demographic known for its disregard for traditional itineraries and iconic landmarks.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Panellists become punchlines in Zille roast showdown
HELEN TURNS THE TABLES
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
The dark side of skin bleaching and tanning for beauty
IN A VISUALLY driven world, where social media platforms dictate beauty standards, many individuals find themselves navigating the complexities of skin aesthetics.
3 min |