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Though flawed, the two-state solution is still the best option
Every time I think I have something to say on the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, the ground shifts, emotions get in the way, or facts on the ground become impossible to verify.
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August 08, 2025
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A new annual celebration for the calendar: July is now Justice Month
It is the month that brought South Africans to the intersection of cops, prison warders, politicians and the criminal underworld.
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August 08, 2025
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'Close to my heart' – Zoleka Mthiya on transforming education in Eastern Cape
In the quiet corners of the Eastern Cape, where small towns are often overlooked, one woman is reshaping education for young learners. Zoleka Mthiya, a dedicated school administrator, has turned her passion for personal development into a mission beyond the traditional classroom.
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August 08, 2025
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What neuroscience says about reading versus listening
Listening to podcasts or audiobooks uses different parts of the brain to those that are engaged when you read something. In certain instances, taking in information aurally is more difficult. By Stephanie N del Tufo
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August 08, 2025
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Powerhouses driving change
They mentor, fight injustice, build inclusive education and health systems, and open doors for others. This Women's Month, we celebrate five remarkable women who are reshaping South Africa's future, one act of leadership at a time. By Takudzwa Pongweni, Lerato Mutsila, Siyabonga Goni and Tamsin Metelerkamp
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August 08, 2025
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Deadline for gene testing looms
Athletes who aim to compete in female events at World Athletics Championships have a month.
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August 08, 2025
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South Korea plans policy measures to counter impact of US tariffs
South Korea will prepare measures to help companies cope with higher US tariffs and expand into new markets, the Finance Ministry said on 5 August as it kicked off a task force to prepare the new administration's economic policy plans.
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August 08, 2025
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Donald Mackay Park in Berea becomes an inner-city treasure
The once neglected space is now secure, safe and a welcoming hive of activity.
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August 08, 2025
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Why we decided on the ‘sting’
It's been more than three years since the State Capture commission wrapped up its work. Precious little has been done to prosecute those responsible for pillaging this country's coffers.
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August 08, 2025
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Wallabies claw back some pride, but the Boks will test their defence and resolve
A victory over the British & Irish Lions gave Australia a confidence boost, but the upcoming clash against South Africa will reveal whether it was a true turning point
4 min |
August 08, 2025
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Steps to take if your spouse is showing signs of mental decline
My husband is showing signs of mental confusion and I am concerned that he may be getting dementia. What do I need to do in order to manage his finances?
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August 08, 2025
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legends and the pulse of the past
Explore the depths of the Big Hole, the echoes of battlefields and stories etched in stone.
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August 08, 2025
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Chimaev has a point to prove, but Du Plessis is unbeatable for good reason
The South African has the weight and experience advantage, but the Russian is a relentless wrestler with naked ambition.
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August 08, 2025
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Off track: delivery economy may be running out of road
As the on-demand delivery economy grows in cities all over South Africa, residents and shop owners complain of chaos, drivers face risks and companies scramble to manage the fallout
4 min |
August 08, 2025
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Discontent over economy and immigration is plaguing a broken Britain
The social fabric is tearing over illegal immigrants and the economic data shows a country in decline
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August 08, 2025
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JAIR BOLSONARO'S ARREST IN BRAZIL ANGERS TRUMP
Brazil's Supreme Court placed former president Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest on 4 August ahead of his trial for an alleged coup plot, underscoring the court's resolve despite escalating tariffs and sanctions from US President Donald Trump.
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August 08, 2025
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Lamine Yamal wants to own Barça's No 10 his way, all the way
The number on a player's back has the potential to make or break a career, as quite a few can attest. All eyes are now on teenager Lamine Yamal after he took on Barcelona's most famous shirt.
4 min |
August 08, 2025
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Deal with that SARS letter now
There are serious implications for ignoring a letter of demand from SA's revenue service.
3 min |
August 08, 2025
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Creative, critical, collaborative: fostering future-proof children
We need to move away from rote learning to helping kids solve problems.
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August 08, 2025
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Improving the training of health specialists - Madeleine Muller
Dr Madeleine Muller, a family physician at Cecilia Makiwane Hospital in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape, and a senior lecturer at Walter Sisulu University, is part of a team seeking to overhaul training for medical specialists in South Africa.
2 min |
August 08, 2025
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Anti-dumping duties not a cure-all for consumers
SA's imported top-loading washing machines are about to get pricier, and while Defy hopes it's good news, buyers are unlikely to agree.
3 min |
August 08, 2025
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Missing Makana water pump is found on factory floor in Benoni
The mystery has been solved: an essential piece of equipment that's meant to ease severe water supply issues in Makhanda is safe and in Gauteng - where it will stay until payment has been made. By Estelle Ellis
4 min |
August 08, 2025
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Dollar rises against major peers after US and EU reach trade pact
The dollar rose against the euro and yen on Monday, 28 July, as markets were buoyed by a trade agreement between the US and the EU, which brought some market certainty and averted a global trade war.
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August 01, 2025
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Who is having the last laugh after the cancellation of Colbert and The Late Show?
As multinational media and entertainment conglomerate Paramount has learnt all too well in the past week or so, you don't touch a comedian on his studio and think you can get away with it
3 min |
August 01, 2025
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Latitudes Art Fair shows a shift in buyer profiles and an expanding art audience
Everything about Latitudes turns traditional art fairs on their heads, from the immersive venue to the gritty urban environment, making it a visitors’ delight
3 min |
August 01, 2025
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Issue of missing water pump in Makhanda keeps bubbling up
The Makana Local Municipality lost a valuable asset meant to help supply much-needed water.
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August 01, 2025
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F1: The Movie - skorokoro characters race flashy cars
The speeding is heart-racingly good, but the film's proganists hold little traction and its portrayal of women and black drivers grinds gears. By Sarah Hoek
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August 01, 2025
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They cut the music at the altcoin party, but innovation is still pumping
This week, I was going to talk about altcoins maturing and becoming more stable, predictable investments, but then the market plunged. XRP dropped almost 20% in a single day. Bitcoin briefly tumbled below R2.1-million.
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August 01, 2025
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Monthly HIV pill may expand prevention options
A new antiretroviral pill has shown promising results and is now entering large-scale trials. Spotlight reports on new findings on the pill. By Elri Voigt
6 min |
August 01, 2025
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The battle for MAS may be over, but the real war has just started
Real estate investment trust Hyprop walked away from its bid for control of MAS Real Estate almost as soon as it was made, but that doesn't mean that the other bidder, Prime Kapital, will have it easy from now on
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