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Domingo roars into ‘Wicked: For Good’ as beloved Cowardly Lion
ACTOR Colman Domingo has joined the cast of Wicked: For Good, taking on the role of the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming sequel to 2024’s hit musical film Wicked.
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October 23, 2025
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Man United’s shock triumph at Anfield a night to remember
IT’S the biggest talking point of the weekend: how Manchester United stunned Premier League champions, Liverpool.
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October 23, 2025
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Fort Hare’s future in the balance after violent protests
THE University of Fort Hare may be placed under administration following a recommendation by Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Higher Education.
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October 23, 2025
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Banyana Banyana held by DRC in WAFCON first-leg qualifier
BANYANA Banyana were held to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their 2026 Women’ Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Kinshasa last night.
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October 23, 2025
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Masemola pledges to close drug dens, safeguard youth
NATIONAL Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has vowed to crack down on drug dens and Lolly lounges in Westbury and other drug-infested neighbourhoods in Gauteng.
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October 23, 2025
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Overcoming barriers faced by rural learners
THE 2025 matriculants began their exams this week, but post the anxiety, stress, and effort required to pass the exams, for many, the stress and anxiety become louder.
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October 23, 2025
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'Ready for school' is no longer enough
FOR decades, “school readiness” has been a reassuring milestone for South African parents a checklist of letters, numbers and classroom behaviours that signals a child is prepared to enter Grade R. But as our understanding of early childhood development continues to evolve, one thing is becoming clear: being “ready for school” is no longer enough.
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October 23, 2025
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McLaren to continue backing both their drivers in title race
MCLAREN have confirmed that they will continue to back both their drivers equally in the 2025 Formula 1 world drivers’ championship title fight - at least until one of them is mathematically out of contention.
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October 23, 2025
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President 'embraces war of words with Trump'
DONALD Trump's decision to freeze millions in aid to Colombia and brand its president a drug trafficker has smashed longstanding ties and could yet shake up the country's 2026 presidential race.
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October 23, 2025
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Kite fest a celebration of mental health and inclusion
THE Heideveld Community Sports Field came alive with adorable smiling faces and the air filled with colourful kites yesterday.
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October 23, 2025
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Interpol’s war on terrorism financing leads to 83 arrests
INTERPOL has announced a first-of-its-kind operation targeting terrorism financing and the illegal activity supporting it, has led to 83 arrests across six African countries and the identification of 160 persons of interest.
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October 23, 2025
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Rabada's batting heroics put Proteas in pole position
DEFENDING a world championship title belt is often harder than having earned it.
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October 23, 2025
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Airline makes history on Nairobi to Cape Town flight
A SIGNIFICANT milestone has been achieved, a first for African aviation with the arrival of a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi powered by sustainable aviation fuel produced in Kenya.
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October 23, 2025
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PSG hit seven as Barcelona and Arsenal also run riot
PARIS Saint-Germain scored seven and both Barcelona and PSV Eindhoven hit six in big victories while Arsenal crushed Atletico Madrid 4-0 on a prolific night of Champions League action on Tuesday.
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October 23, 2025
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Leading Ivorian political scene
A US-trained economist who appears to be an almost immovable cornerstone of Ivory Coast's political life, President Alassane Ouattara is the favourite to win a fourth term in Saturday's presidential election.
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October 23, 2025
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Despite R12m lawsuit, Jub Jub set to make comeback on ‘Uyajola 9/9’
RAPPER and TV host Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye is gearing up for a highly anticipated return to the controversial reality show Uyajola 9/9, which is set to premiere on November 2 on Moja Love (DStv channel 157).
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October 23, 2025
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Communities demand urgent action over mass shootings
COMMUNITY policing forums are calling on authorities to place pressure on criminal gangs and conduct stop-and-search operations to rid communities of firearms following five mass shootings in Cape Town in less than a week.
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October 23, 2025
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Young Bull Ludwig's leadership earns praise
IT’S been a season of growth and quiet authority for Bulls lock Reinhardt Ludwig, one that now sees the 23-year-old emerge as a genuine leader within the squad.
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October 23, 2025
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Dyche targets fresh start to survive dark Forest
NOTTINGHAM Forest will be hoping it is third time lucky as new manager Sean Dyche takes over the reins of the two-time European champions for the visit of Porto in the Uefa Europa League tonight.
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October 23, 2025
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Dixon battles through hurdles to earn 'surprise' Bok recall
IT'S been a rather eventful 12 months for Springbok loose forward Ben-Jason Dixon — most of it off the field.
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October 23, 2025
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JLo has style but no sting in ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’
THOUGH she plays its vampy femme fatale, Jennifer Lopez is constantly receding from Kiss of the Spider Woman.
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October 23, 2025
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No use having a superstar team if we don't play like one, says Sharks star
HAVING buried the ghosts of Ulster, the Sharks are aiming to finish their United Rugby Championship opening month on a high when they face bottom-placed Scarlets at Kings Park in their last outing before the November Test window.
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October 23, 2025
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Consensus is transforming KZN's coalition
THE inception of the Provincial Government of Unity (PGU), formed by minority parties in KwaZulu-Natal, has been characterised by shaky relations between coalition partners.
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October 23, 2025
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Proteas must ‘focus on basics’ against Aussies
PROTEAS Women’s all-rounder Marizanne Kapp insists South Africa need to continue improving their basics ahead of their final round-robin fixture against Australia in Indore on Saturday.
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October 23, 2025
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Forensic reports awaited in Lolitha’s rape, murder case
EVIDENCE involving toxicology, histology and fingerprint reports are currently outstanding in the case against the Khayelitsha couple accused of raping and killing seven-year-old Lolitha Kowa.
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October 23, 2025
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Lavender Hill mob attack police, suspect escapes
TWO Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) officers escaped with their lives after they were shot and attacked during a violent confrontation with the community while pursuing a stolen vehicle in Lavender Hill.
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October 23, 2025
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Budapest summit with Putin shelved amid war tensions
US PRESIDENT Donald Trump said this week he had shelved plans for a summit in Budapest with Russia’s Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine war because he did not want a “wasted” meeting.
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October 23, 2025
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State of emergency in Peru's capital after wave of violence
PERU’S interim president Jose Jeri announced a state of emergency in Lima and the neighbouring port of Callao this week, after weeks of anti-government protests over corruption and organised crime.
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October 23, 2025
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A divided race: Unhealed wounds stand in the way of black unity
REGARDLESS of human development, two things remain constant:
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October 23, 2025
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Ramaphosa talks peace in Gaza and trade during Asian tour
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has embarked on a three-nation Asian tour aimed at deepening South Africa's ties with Southeast Asian economies and diversifying its trade relations amid shifting global dynamics.
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