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'Group C on a knife edge'
THERE are matches defined by context, and then there are those defined by consequence.
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February 14, 2026
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Behind skating’s most controversial trick – the backflip
AFTER decades of debate, discussion and disinformation, these Olympic Games are featuring cartwheels, handstands and — yes —the backflip in figure skating, reversing one of the sport’s most controversial rules.
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February 14, 2026
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Leadership skill that makes you irreplaceable
AS artificial intelligence (AI) takes on more analytical and operational decision-making, the leaders who will stand out are those who can do what machines can’t: read emotional cues, build trust and inspire teams to act.
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February 14, 2026
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Proteas hint at change to playing XI against Blackcaps
THERE is a lot at stake in the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup clash between South Africa and New Zealand in Ahmedabad today.
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February 14, 2026
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Guidance for financial stability
TO MARK Valentine's Day, let's look at how young couples can avoid the conflicts and heartbreak that money can cause in a relationship, and build a life together on a strong financial foundation.
3 min |
February 14, 2026
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Volkswagen's new people carrier
VOLKSWAGEN Commercial Vehicles has confirmed that the all-new T7 Caravelle plugin hybrid 4MOTION will be launched in South Africa around mid-2026.
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February 14, 2026
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The future of the Bok blindside jersey is bright
THE Springboks have always relied heavily on their No 7 bruiser when it comes to softening up the opposition in a Test match.
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February 14, 2026
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Glass recycling drives offer schools opportunities for both cash and impact
THE Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is calling on schools across Gauteng, the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and the Greater Durban and Pietermaritzburg regions to take part in its exciting 2026 Annual Schools Competition, an initiative designed to inspire environmental responsibility while rewarding school communities for their efforts.
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February 14, 2026
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Losing your heart without losing your investment
SHAKESPEARE said it: “The course of true love never did run smooth.”
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February 14, 2026
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Tyla's 'Water' performed at Sona: a tone-deaf splash or just bad timing?
THE State of the Nation Address (Sona) took an unexpected pop culture turn on Thursday when the national military brass band played Water by Tyla ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address at Cape Town City Hall.
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February 14, 2026
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Distraught young deer rescued from an icy lake
DANIEL Poleschook jr looked out of his window at Washington state’s Loon Lake and saw something unusual: a deer was stranded in the middle of it.
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February 14, 2026
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The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice
HOW do we remember to stay involved in the struggles of those who bear the brunt of suffering in the world today?
3 min |
February 14, 2026
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No water tankers as ‘the whole of Johannesburg wants tankers’
SONA PROMISES
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February 14, 2026
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EMPD 'had enough evidence' but failed to act
INDEPENDENT Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) assistant director, Thulani Magagula, said the EMPD had enough evidence to launch its own internal investigation and disciplinary action against officers implicated in the Putfontein case but the matter remained pending.
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February 14, 2026
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Instagram CEO Mosseri takes the stand, rejects clinical addiction claims
INSTAGRAM CEO Adam Mosseri this week rejected the notion that users could be clinically addicted to social media, as he testified in a landmark California trial over whether his company knowingly hooked children on its platform for profit.
3 min |
February 14, 2026
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Chiefs seek decisive result in clash
THE stature of Zamalek SC in continental football will not faze Kaizer Chiefs when the two teams meet in a crunch CAF Confederation Cup groupstage clash at Suez Canal Stadium today (6pm kickoff).
2 min |
February 14, 2026
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Five key battles that will decide Group D winner
THE Proteas and New Zealand are set to go head-to-head at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad today with the victorious team guaranteed qualification for the next phase of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
2 min |
February 14, 2026
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Yussef Dayes set for triumphant return to 23rd CTIJF
THE Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) has officially confirmed that acclaimed drummer and composer Yussef Dayes will return to the stage on Saturday, March 28.
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February 14, 2026
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Key highlights from President's State of the Nation Address
IN HIS State of the Nation Address (Sona) on Thursday night, President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted some of the key points in his plans to make South Africa a better nation in terms of service delivery and safety for the citizens.
3 min |
February 14, 2026
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Nationalists celebrate victory
THE Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) celebrated a landslide victory yesterday in the first elections held since a deadly 2024 uprising, with leader Tarique Rahman to become prime minister.
2 min |
February 14, 2026
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Roses are red, lips are too: your ultimate Galentine's Day beauty guide
WE ALREADY have the playlists sorted, dinner spots reserved, and outfits planned, but what about the glam?
2 min |
February 14, 2026
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Households brace for electricity tariff hikes
PAYING to live is getting harder in South Africa.
3 min |
February 14, 2026
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Dream destinations for your next group trip
YOU know the drill.
4 min |
February 14, 2026
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SCARAB SAGA Fraser, Weisz set to reunite in 'The Mummy 4' - what fans can expect
UNIVERSAL Pictures confirmed this week that The Mummy 4 is officially in the works, following years of rumours and a 2017 reboot that didn't quite stick the landing.
1 min |
February 14, 2026
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The haunting truth within the Madlanga Commission
IT IS necessary to clarify from the outset: this opinion piece is not written by a political scientist but by a decolonial, Africana scholar.
4 min |
February 14, 2026
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Before you say 'I Do.' consider these key steps
THIS Valentine’s Day, amid proposals, engagement announcements, and wedding planning, experts are urging couples to pause and think beyond the romance.
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February 14, 2026
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Sekhukhune eye third spot as Orbit College fight for Premiership survival
WITH Kaizer Chiefs distracted by continental commitments, the Betway Premiership opens a window of opportunity for Sekhukhune United, who could climb as high as third on the standings when they host Orbit College at the Peter Mokaba Stadium tomorrow.
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February 14, 2026
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Financial health of working South Africans improves, data shows
WORKING South Africans are showing greater control over their day-to-day finances than a year ago, but confidence in achieving long-term financial goals remains uneven.
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February 14, 2026
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SA's relay stars chase redemption and glory
SOUTH Africa’s elite sprint units are heading to the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone this May with a dual mission: defending their global crowns and banishing the ghosts of a heartbreaking World Championships in Tokyo.
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February 14, 2026
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Ernie Els to tee it up with Masters invitation on the line in Stellies
ERNIE Els, a celebrated five-time winner of the South African Open, has confirmed his participation in the upcoming 115th edition of the prestigious championship.
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