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Sasol suffers shock slump as it warns of 'operational instability'
Lifman trial: No Russian interpreter, so Ukraine-born co-accused tells court 'I understand' English
Stormers won't change attacking stripes after Ospreys howler: 'That's who we are'
'No transport, no vote’: Residents disrupt Eastern Cape premier's programme to voice concerns
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Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
All powered up: Electricity restored to Johannesburg inner-city hospitals after days in the dark
'Vile, unsophisticated and racist': Tension reaches boiling point between Rise Mzansi, DA
Fraud-accused former Tshwane mayor Murunwa Makwarela has died
Business
Wage deadlock broken after SABC agrees to 6% increase
Following months of negotiations and union strike threats, the SABC has said it would implement a 6% wage increase for its workers.
As Komatipoort locals report fish coming out of taps, court orders municipality to fix water crisis
SEE | Inside a Cape Town lab that makes 'smoothie' for pets from flies
New Namibia find may hold 10 billion barrels of oil, report finds
Attack on Americans in Nyanga: Google fights back, says poor areas can't be no-go zones
Sport
Could knee injury rule Bok prop Kitshoff out of mid-year internationals?
After suffering a URC season-ending knee injury, it's unsure if Steven Kitshoff will be fit in time for the mid-year Springbok internationals.
LIVE | IPL: Chennai Super Kings v Lucknow Super Giants
Russell Domingo on why T20 Challenge is still important for SA's national cricket set-up
Shimlas coach praises 'fighters' after Varsity Cup final classic ends 9-year drought
Dr Desiree Ellis to you: CPUT to confer an honorary doctorate to the successful Banyana coach
Entertainment
Sfiso Ncwane's grave gets tombstone, internet wants to know 'where is Nothile'
Ayanda Ncwane's late husband, Sfiso Ncwane, died in 2016 due to kidney failure.
UK royals share photo of Prince Louis in celebration of his 6th birthday
WATCH | New Deadpool & Wolverine trailer features bloody action, gags and Marvel fan service
Public drama, quiet settlement: Lebo M and Pretty Samuels reveal details on hush-hush divorce
SOIL, MUD, DUST: Priddy Ugly reflects on his raw journey from trauma to triumph in album trilogy
World
EU parliament staffer arrested in Germany for spying for China
An aide to a member of the European Parliament for the far-right Alternative for Germany has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of "especially severe" espionage for...
DEVELOPING | Aid workers worried over looming Rafah invasion as Israel-Hamas war hits 200th day mark
Two Malaysia military helicopters crash, killing 10
Review says UNRWA has 'robust' neutrality steps, no proof provided by Israel
Music world in mourning: Justin Bieber, Machine Gun Kelly pay tribute to slain rapper Chris King
Africa
Rwanda says it is peaceful and ready to receive the UK's deported asylum seekers
The Rwandan government says it is safe and ready to receive deportees from Britain, and the passage of the fraught Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill is...
Angola hikes diesel price by 48% – to R4.60 per litre
DRC government moves to regulate breeding, ownership of boerboels and pit bulls
More than 50 000 displaced by clashes in northern Ethiopia, UN says
New Namibia find may hold 10 billion barrels of oil, report finds
Arts + Culture
Lawyer by day, hero by heart: Clark Kent lookalike becomes beloved Superman in Brazil
Leonardo Muylaert, a 36-year-old Brazilian lawyer, turned into a viral sensation and real-life Superman, inspiring millions with his unexpected superpower.
Theatre with a purpose: Finding the Light at the Artscape left audiences breathless
Trial by Media: Opera about Oscar Pistorius court case is as weird as it sounds
Metropolitan Museum of Art unveils a new vision: Celebrating 3000 years of African heritage
Back to Black: Amy Winehouse biopic reviewed by an alcohol expert
Relationships
Conversations of courage inspired by compassionate Kate: Talking to kids about cancer
Dr Siya Mjwara shares insights on the delicate art of explaining a parent's cancer diagnosis to young children, inspired by the compassionate approach of Kate...
My father's infidelity: Learning the warning signs - and the qualities I do not want in a partner
Simone Biles defends her husband amid calls for her to divorce him for his viral comments
Do women truly reign supreme in age-gap love? Expert debunks myths from gold diggers to silver foxes
Finding strength in rejection: Lessons from Kai Cenat and Tyla's live stream letdown
Motoring
Ford celebrates 60 years of Mustang: From iconic 1964 world debut to being SA's beloved muscle car
Ford SA recently participated in global celebrations in honour of 60 years of Mustang, paving the way for the new model set to revitalize local roads later this year.
REVIEW | So much to like about the 2024 Mahindra Scorpio-N that it's even worth one slight annoyance
Stuart Johnston | The odd-ball Chevrolet Firenza
REVIEW | Value-driven Suzuki XL6 MPV could be this generation's Toyota Venture
Double-cab bakkies: Which brands rule the roost in South Africa’s used car market?
Wellness
Get glowing: These on-trend winter skincare heroes will take your skin from dull to dewy
Unlock the secret to radiant winter skin. Discover how Vitamins E, A, C, Ceramides, and Hyaluronic Acid can be your allies against the cold.
Toni Braxton told to hide her lupus as people ‘are scared of sick celebs’
The scoop on perfect poop: Here's why your number twos deserve a closer look
Squash the struggle: Clever tips to help make veggies kid-friendly
From obsession to balance: Secrets to slimming down without the calorie count craze
Books
'Look a little bit further': Ivan Vladislavic on Jo'burg life and his new book, The Near North
Ivan Vladislavic tells News24 books editor Shaun de Waal about uncovering Joburg's gems and life's layers in his must-read exploration of city and self, The Near North.
Coming to FLF: Sandra Swart on our relationships with animals
REVIEW | Under the Tamarind Tree: Partition, mass migration and a haunting secret
EXCERPT | 'To end her young life': What really happened between AKA and Anele?
REVIEW | Isobel Dixon's poems in A Whistling of Birds form a rich and extensive tapestry
Wine
FEATURE | Capensis: In search of the 'purity of light'
Capensis started life as a collaboration between America's Jackson Family Wines and Anthony Beck in 2013 and has found a home on the farm Fijnbosch in the Ban(g)hoek...
WINE 101 EVENTS | The plight of Australian wine and Australian Young Gun Wines in SA
RATINGS | The Sylvia Plath of SA Chardonnay: Draaiboek Wines
FEATURE | In defence of the Eastern wind: The resurrection of Vriesenhof
Kanonkop fastest climber on the World's Most Admired Wine Brand List of 2024 at 12th place
Travel
How much it costs to use the fast-track security lanes in SA airports - with or without a bank card
You can access fast-track lanes at security and passport control at two South African airports from R110 per month - with a few catches.
Five changes to look out for on your next visit to The Saxon
Exploring the history, ancient baobabs, and vast birdlife of Kruger’s fabled Pafuri region
Bumped from a flight? Learn all about airline overbooking in South Africa and your rights as a...
6 events that let you run or cycle through nature reserves like Timbavati and Serengeti
Food
Autumn’s bounty: A celebration of seasonal apples
Top Cape Town chef to open three new restaurant concepts in Bree Street
Slurp-worthy sensations: dive into 6 irresistible noodle recipes
How two top chefs have reimagined the restaurant at this iconic Cape Town location
How to plan meals for your growing baby
City Press
King Misuzulu cautions KZN government after dismissal of his praise singer
King Misuzulu has cautioned the KwaZulu-Natal government that the disdain with which they treat the royal family in general and King Misuzulu himself are an affront to...
Battle for ANC premiership in Mpumalanga, Limpopo heats up
SA Athletics Champs wrap | Look who's got tickets to the Paris Olympics
27 Days without load shedding, but we're not out of the woods yet, warns Ramokgopa
Three-year-old drowns in EC pre-school pit toilet
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Careers24
Is Inflation Eating Your Paycheque? Here’s How to Ask for a Cost of Living Raise and Actually Get...
Navigating a conversation about cost of living adjustments requires tact and preparation. By focusing on the economic factors that impact both the organisation and its...
Unmasking the Surprising Earning Potential of Blue-Collar Work in South Africa
Leveraging AI to Boost Your Job Prospects: A Guide for Modern Job Seekers
Before You Quit: Key Considerations for a Graceful Exit
The Smart Work Manifesto: 8 Strategies for Amplifying Your Productivity Without Burning Out
Property24
Buying off plan: pros, cons and purchase tips for new developments
Buying “off plan” – or buying a property before it’s been built, based on the developer’s architectural plans – is an increasingly popular option for South African...
6 expert tips for your dream home search
5 budget-friendly ways to make a home more sellable
How to risk-proof your new property: Tips for first-time homeowners
The rise of virtual walk-throughs in SA property sales
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