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Weekend Argus on Saturday
Volunteer with Ladles of Love this Mandela Day
AS THE school holidays come to a close, Ladles of Love, a renowned South African nonprofit organisation, is reaching out to the nation’s youth with a poignant plea: “Log off your games and social feeds, and show up to help your country”.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Bank officials under scrutiny after bank employee arrested in drug and gun bust
THE criminal dealings of bank officials are under the spotlight once again after Standard Bank suspended a marketing manager following his arrest in connection with a major drug and firearms bust.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
'The Mikado In Concert' celebrating 140 years
CAPE Town G&S, in collaboration with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, is set to light up the Artscape Opera House with a jubilant concert staging of Gilbert and Sullivan's most iconic comic opera, The Mikado - In Concert.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Artscape festival returns with a powerful lineup
THE Artscape Women's Humanity Arts Festival returns this year with a powerful lineup of events, performances, and community engagements, all centred around the themes of healing, representation, and active peace-building.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
'New' ideas shared in talks on Ukraine conflict
RUSSIAN Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and US top diplomat Marco Rubio held “frank” talks on the Ukraine war during a meeting on Thursday.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Blast off with AstroChimp: a fun space adventure
Description: Astrochimp - David Walliams
1 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Taming the wedding planning beast: stay sane before you say 'I do'
WEDDINGS are meant to be magical, right? That one picture-perfect day that crowns your love story. But here's the not-so-secret truth: planning a wedding can push even the calmest person into full-blown panic.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Chairman Biyela prioritises goals over Mhango’s past behaviour
RICHARDS Bay chairman Sifiso “Jomo” Biyela has defended the club’s decision to sign Gabadinho Mhango, insisting goals matter more than the striker’s controversial off-field reputation and drinking history.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Zip Zap Circus presents 'Chasing Dreams', a celebration of talent
ZIP Zap Circus is back with a brand-new production that promises to captivate audiences and ignite their imaginations.
1 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Aidan Martin climbs Everest: advocating for autism awareness
WHEN Aidan Martin reached Everest Base Camp earlier this year, it wasn’t just a personal milestone it was a deeply emotional journey with a purpose close to his heart.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Impact of NSFAS mismanagement on South African universities
THE dysfunction at the heart of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and various Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAS) has been the topic of many recent media articles. This focus is needed, as it directly affects the academic journey and future of South Africa's most vulnerable students.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Trump visits flood-ravaged Texas amid scrutiny
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump was set to visit Texas yesterday as questions mounted over the response to flash floods that have left at least 120 people dead, including dozens of children.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Moerat: Springboks will fight fire with fire in second Test against Italy
THE Springboks have a clearer picture of what to expect from Italy today, and there has been a strong focus on their breakdown and rolling mauls ahead of the second Test.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Pogacar pounces to retake Tour de France lead
TADEJ Pogacar won stage seven of the Tour de France yesterday to regain the overall lead with a trademark burst up the short, steep slope of the Mur de Bretagne.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Montjane bows out in Wimbledon semis
KGOTHATSO Montjane bowed out of Wimbledon yesterday with a 3-6 5-7 loss to No 4 seed Ziying Wang of China that ended the South African wheelchair tennis legend’s hopes of adding a sixth Grand Slam crown.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
How social media influencers shape public opinion in SA
SOCIAL media was supposed to be a place where everyone could finally have a voice.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
The importance of saving for South Africans
SOUTH Africans have long grappled with low savings levels, high consumer debt, and increasing financial pressure.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
New model smashes Nurburgring record
THEY call it the “Green Hell”, with 20.832 kilometres of undulating tar, known for its significant elevation changes and bumpy surface.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Cape Town youngsters shine in Sweden
YOUNG footballers from Cape Town's Life Zone Soccer International have returned home in triumph after completing their three-week Dream Possible Tour in Sweden — a journey that has once again showcased the extraordinary talent emerging from under-resourced communities.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Activists urge vigilance against missing children
A SPIKE in missing children cases in the first week of the school holidays has prompted a strong safety warning from child protection activist Veronique Benji Williams, founder of Faith and Hope Missing Persons, who is urging parents and caregivers to be extra cautious and vigilant.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Hope for truce amid strikes
ISRAELI forces were targeting “terrorist infrastructure” in southern Gaza, the military said yesterday, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voiced hope that an agreement with Hamas could be reached within days for a pause in the 21-month war.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Robotics, crafts, and more for kids
THIS winter school holidays, children across Cape Town have a colourful lineup of activities to spark creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning from robotics and crafts to slime-making and glow-in-the-dark fun.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Swiatek, Anisimova battle to be new queen of Wimbledon
IGA Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova clash in the Wimbledon final today with only one thing certain there will be an eighth consecutive first-time winner of the women's tournament.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Protecting the elderly against cybercrime: dealing with risks, finding solutions
NEVER before has there been a time such as the present where families need to protect their older family members and those living alone from the ills of cybercrime.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
What all travellers need to know about SA's new visa system
ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Lovebugs throng South Korea's bustling cities
LOVEBUGS - so named for how the male and female cling together as they mate in flight - are swarming South Korea.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
AmaZulu FC's strategic player release aims for a brighter future
AMAZULU FC say their decision to release 17 players was a calculated reset to reverse a worrying decline and back head coach Arthur Zwane’s vision to return the club to the top.
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July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
How to manage money at every life stage: tips from experts
FINANCIAL planning is a lifelong journey that shifts in focus with each stage of life, from childhood and schooling to early adulthood, midlife responsibilities, and then, retirement.
3 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Kaizer Chiefs finally enter the women's football arena
KAIZER Chiefs have officially embarked on their journey into the women’s game through a strategic partnership with Springs Home Sweepers FC, a Kwa-Thema club, playing in the Sasol League, South Africa’s second-tier women's football division.
2 min |
July 12, 2025
Weekend Argus on Saturday
Exploring the myth of alpha males in primate behaviour
OBSERVATIONS of “alpha male” behaviour among apes — including some of humans’ closest relatives in the animal kingdom - have helped shape the archetype of the dominant male into a controversial touchstone of modern culture.
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