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'It's clear that he planned this': Family believes murder of Durban metro cop was premeditated
EasyEquities owner Purple Group rockets by over a quarter after record results
DEVELOPING | Israel will suffer 'painful response' for slightest reaction, Iran vows
24 people killed on Western Cape roads in one week, 64 arrested for drunk driving
KZN taxi violence: Three people shot dead, minibus taxi stolen in Inanda
Life
South Africa
Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
'We need government intervention': Heavy downpours leave trail of destruction in Margate, KZN
Elections 2024: Rise Mzansi slams DA over Western Cape's 600 000 housing backlog
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Can the police gamble and lend money? Heated debate in Modack trial over police rules
Business
Fuel price volatility will likely delay rate cuts to late 2024, economists warn
SA is no longer the master of its fate when it comes to inflation and the escalating conflict in the Middle East won't help
'Elon Musk was not happy': Sibanye's Froneman on EV industry's hard realities
SA trade regulator hacked; issues warning to importers, exporters
Investment update | The Magnificent Seven and passive investors
Cough medicine fears: Zimbabwe recalls children's syrup
Sport
Stormers welcome back former lock stalwart from Japan
JD Schickerling, a former lock stalwart of the Stormers, will return to the Cape franchise after a three-year stint in Japan.
From thriving Tatjana to fighting Chad: How Team SA shapes up for Olympics after swim champs
Ex-All Blacks coach Ian Foster lands coaching gig in Japan, reuniting him with Steve Hansen
How the Premier League title race stands with six games to go
Magician Masuku lifts Sharks' tough season with star showings
Entertainment
Trial by Media: Opera about Oscar Pistorius court case is as weird as it sounds
Trial by Media opened the Opera Shorts -0 A Festival of Pocket Operas on 11 April. The event runs until 21 April at Artscape's Arena Theatre.
Egoli star Marlon Roelfze on losing everything: his house, car, dignity and will to live
'Rust' armourer gets 18-month sentence for deadly on-set shooting
Prince Harry loses bid to appeal UK security ruling
Metropolitan Museum of Art unveils a new vision: Celebrating 3000 years of African heritage
World
'Russian attacks requires greater unity': Zelensky calls for allies to protect Ukraine like Israel
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged allies to show the same "unity" toward Ukraine as Israel, which said it repelled an Iranian attack with Western support.
'Willing to exercise restraint': China shows support for Iran after Israel missile attack
'Rust' armourer gets 18-month sentence for deadly on-set shooting
World in grip of new major coral bleaching event, reefs at risk
'Really an attack on a political opponent': Donald Trump digs in for a tough trial in New York
Africa
Church vs state: Catholic Archdiocese decries 'degrading treatment' of cardinal by DRC officials
Cough medicine fears: Zimbabwe recalls children's syrup
Nigeria's power grid collapses after 230% tariff hike for richer customers
Chad junta chief launches presidential campaign without main rivals
Nigeria rolls out 'revolutionary' meningitis vaccine in a world first
Arts + Culture
Trial by Media: Opera about Oscar Pistorius court case is as weird as it sounds
Trial by Media opened the Opera Shorts -0 A Festival of Pocket Operas on 11 April. The event runs until 21 April at Artscape's Arena Theatre.
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
'Mother Nature loves throwing surprises our way': Corona Sunsets Festival delayed due to Cape storms
Top music artists from Billie Eilish to J Balvin rally against AI's 'predatory' impact in open...
Relationships
Finding strength in rejection: Lessons from Kai Cenat and Tyla's live stream letdown
Rejection is a pretty hard pill to swallow - especially after you've already picked out wedding outfits and children's names. Luckily, there are ways you can move past...
Fitness flirts and benching baes: 10 top tips for turning the gym into a romance hotspot
OPINION | Clandestine lobola negotiations mean that it's not dodgy to 'get married' at night
'I'm torn': Bride-to-be shares dilemma after fiancé's daughter shreds her gown days before wedding
Is your partner playing the fool to fool you? Expert decodes weaponised incompetence
Motoring
Jaecoo J7 launches in SA at a price that makes it hard to ignore
Chery has launched a secondary sub-brand alongside Omoda in the form of Jaecoo, and the first model, the J7, has gone on sale in South Africa.
From race to road: How Formula E is driving development in the consumer electric vehicle industry
DRIVEN | Say hello to our 2024 Suzuki Jimny 1.5 GLX AllGrip 5-door manual model
Stuart Johnston | A car your Aunty Dot may have driven
In the market for a new car? Soon you’ll be able to buy a Hyundai on Amazon - and only a Hyundai
Wellness
Good food, bad carbs? You don’t need to stop eating these foods to lose weight
Hating on carbs is so last year. Here's how to eat your favourite foods and still make progress on your wellness journey.
‘Is it okay to have sex while on your period?’: Your guide to the most intimate questions about sex
The 75 Hard Challenge: A journey of mental fortitude or path to burnout? Fitness experts weigh in
A natural deception: 3 marketing myths the supplement industry wants you to swallow
Finding balance: Stop trying to do it all - and start doing this instead
Books
Three cooks who are brilliant at cooking the books
A slew of local new cookbooks are crowding bookshelves. They have much in common, but each of them has a distinct, appetising and buttery profile.
A Tale of Survival: Salman Rushdie reflects on his journey of resilience in upcoming 'Knife' memoir
Coming to FLF: Irene Muchemi-Ndiritu to talk about writing the African diaspora
REVIEW | Dark thriller Everybody Knows explores the underworld of power in a secret-ridden LA
Coming to FLF: Margie Orford and her powerful memoir, Love and Fury
Wine
WINE 101 EVENTS | The plight of Australian wine and Australian Young Gun Wines in SA
Radford Dale Imports is spotlighting premium cool-climate Australian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from small producers with a tasting event in Cape Town on 18 April 2024.
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
A legacy of Vermaaklikheid: In memory of winemaker Arco Laarman
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
Every restaurant has a story: This South African eatery has been going for 87 years
Liam Tomlin appoints new head chef at his Eat Out star restaurant in Cape Town
OPINION | The Great African Pantry: Are indigenous ingredients the key to sustainability?
RESTAURANT REVIEW | Sebule at Melrose Arch walks the careful line between comfort and refinement
The Queen of Chocolate, pastry chef Kirsten Tibballs is coming to SA
City Press
Danny Jordaan and Safa slap Newzroom Afrika with R3.5 million defamation lawsuit
The Safa president argues that Newzroom Afrika's interview with Dennis Mumble aired unsubstantiated allegations, causing reputational damage to himself and Safa.
Ramaphosa refuses Lindiwe Zulu's request to appoint senior manager
Another senior Matlosana official implicated in deal with service provider
Flashy businessman Lawrence Mulaudzi accused of being a 'deadbeat' father and 'woman beater'
Non-payment of contractor shuts down hospital theatres while patients wait months for surgeries
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Careers24
Unmasking the Surprising Earning Potential of Blue-Collar Work in South Africa
Often overshadowed by white-collar professions, blue-collar work in South Africa is beginning to garner the recognition it deserves.
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
Navigating New Job Opportunities in the New Year: A Strategic Guide for the South African Market
Property24
Semigration into the Westen Cape bodes well for the property market
Semigration to the Western Cape remains strong as people search for ‘quieter’ lifestyles.
The pros and cons of garden cottage rentals
How to find an agent as a first time seller
To rent or to buy - that is the question
Tenant challenges painting costs: Dispute over property condition
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