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Remembering Ozzy Osbourne
The man who took heavy metal to hell and back — and made it legendary
4 min |
July 26, 2025
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Despite financial strain, South Africans make a plan
EVEN though consumers seem to be feeling somewhat less financially stressed lately, there is no doubt that money worries still take a substantial toll on their daily lives.
3 min |
July 26, 2025
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Chinese farmer builds his own submarine from scratch
A 60-YEAR-old farmer in China has built his own \"Big Black Fish\" a homemade submarine that can accommodate two people, dive eight metres and stay underwater for 30 minutes at a time.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
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Anti-migrant group hits Addington Hospital
HOSPITALS today, schools and spaza shops are next.
4 min |
July 26, 2025
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Brits 'feeling quite good' ahead of Women's World Cup
PROTEAS Women opening batter Tazmin Brits believes that she has a lot of work to do to improve her own game heading into the ICC Women's ODI World Cup in India and Sri Lanka later this year.
2 min |
July 26, 2025
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Kgatlana's absence laid bare Banyana's title defence
THE absence of Thembi Kgatlana was glaringly felt during the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) finishing in Morocco this weekend, where South Africa’s national team, Banyana Banyana failed to defend their title.
1 min |
July 26, 2025
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Syria's sectarian clashes continue
ARMED tribes supported by Syria’s Islamist-led government clashed with Druze fighters outside Sweida yesterday, a day after government troops withdrew from the Druze-majority city, the warring parties and a monitoring group said.
4 min |
July 19, 2025
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Boks ready to rock and roll against Georgia, Kolisi
MAYBE it is something in the water of the Lowveld, possibly it is the air, but there is nothing quite like the atmosphere of a Springbok match at the Mbombela Stadium, where the Springboks host Georgia today evening (5.10pm).
3 min |
July 19, 2025
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Rituals, fear and blood – the new face of SA's gang problem
GANG-related crime in South Africa is widespread, but is under-reported outside hot spots such as the Cape Flats in Cape Town or Westbury in Johannesburg. In these areas, gangs are deeply rooted and contribute to ongoing violence, drug trafficking and territorial conflict.
4 min |
July 19, 2025
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The gendered face of torture in SA's immigration system
JUNE 26 marked the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, reaffirming the absolute prohibition of torture under international law. In South Africa, this day rings with a bitter irony considering our past with arbitrary detention and violations of human rights within carceral settings during apartheid.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Lesufi urges compassion over immigration crisis
CALL FOR CALM
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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How markets fared in the second quarter
IN SPITE of heightened global tensions and local squabbling within the GNU, investors, especially in local assets, fared surprisingly well in the second quarter to the end of June. When one would have expected equity markets to buckle under the various pressures they were facing, including an alarming but mercifully brief war involving Iran, they held up and, for the most part, delivered very pleasing returns.
3 min |
July 19, 2025
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Dogs on the trail of SA’s endangered tortoises
SNOUT pressed to the ground, a border collie named Delta zigzagged through the shrubs on a private nature reserve near Cape Town, frantically sniffing for critically endangered tortoises.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Lerena on a Wembley mission to become SA's next heavyweight champion
KEVIN Lerena steps into the ring for his second ever heavyweight title bout when he squares up to Englishman Lawrence Okolie at the Wembley Stadium tonight.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Urgent call for vaccination
MEASLES OUTBREAK
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Charging Scheffler closes on British Open lead
SCOTTIE Scheffler ignited his bid for a maiden British Open title by surging to within one shot of the clubhouse lead held by 2023 champion Brian Harman and China's Li Haotong at Royal Portrush yesterday.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Lyles ready to deliver 100m entertainment at London Stadium
Lyles ready to deliver 10Om entertainment at London Stadium
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Banyana out to tame Senegal in quarter-final
BANYANA Banyana head into their CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon) quarterfinal against Senegal with momentum and a semifinal spot within reach, following a resounding 4-0 victory over Mali in their final Group C match.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Navigating the complexities of insurance claims in SA
IT SEEMS that everyone has a story to tell about insurance companies seemingly trying to get out of settling claims.
3 min |
July 19, 2025
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SA passport renewals in NZ down from 12 months to 4 weeks
IF YOU'RE a South African living in New Zealand, chances are you've experienced the agonising wait for passport renewals, often dragging on for six to 12 months.
1 min |
July 19, 2025
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Czech police nab fake dentist with dozens of patients
A FAKE dentist and two assistants who treated dozens of patients after learning the trade on the internet have been charged in the Czech Republic, police said Wednesday.
1 min |
July 19, 2025
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R3.2 million buys you this exclusive new Mercedes-AMG E53 Edition 1
MERCEDES-AMG has unleashed its E53 Hybrid 4Matic+ Edition 1 model in South Africa, featuring an exclusive colour palette and a “meticulously curated” list of high-value options.
1 min |
July 19, 2025
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Businesses urged to have emoji policy
A SINGLE peach can ruin a career. The roll of the eyes, a friendship.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Kolisi’s tour teaches his children about Rolihlahla in Gqeberha
SPRINGBOKS captain Siya Kolisi recently took his children on a heartfelt township tour during their holiday visit.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Survè Philanthropies makes a difference on Mandela Day
AS PART of honouring the legacy of Nelson Mandela, Survé Philanthropies spent Mandela Day giving back to the communities of Athlone and Simon’s Town.
1 min |
July 19, 2025
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Former Bafana goalkeeper Vonk sings Chiefs' praises on Netherlands tour
FORMER Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Hans Vonk was impressed by several Kaizer Chiefs players after observing their performance during a midweek match on their Netherlands tour.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Break free from the chains of debt and reclaim your future
DEBT may seem like a means to an end - a necessary part of modern life. But for many, it's more than just money owed. Debt is a weight that holds you back, a chain that limits your freedom, and a slow drain on your financial future. The harsh reality is that every rand of debt you carry isn't just a number it's a claim on your time, your income, and your choices.
3 min |
July 19, 2025
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Gen Z punctuality perspective
AS the business mantra goes, early is on time and on time is late. But some Gen Z workers don’t see it this way; believing instead that late is the new on time.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Let's safeguard our football's integrity
BUYING and selling Premier Soccer League (PSL) football club franchises has raised concerns about the integrity and stability of the sport. It has the potential to undermine its traditional structures and values. While such transactions can bring financial investment and potentially improve a club's standing, they also introduce risks such as financial instability, and loss of local identity.
2 min |
July 19, 2025
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Psychology: what drives a mother to murder her children?
THE gruesome and heartbreaking murder of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek has reopened a dark and painful question: what causes a mother to murder her own child?
3 min |