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Maternity ward at hospital in Bloemfontein closes due to extreme cold
Cold conditions in the maternity ward of the National Hospital in Bloemfontein was so bad, that the Department of Labour ordered the closure of the ward on Thursday.
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Father sentenced to life in prison for raping biological daughter
The Ladybrand Regional Court has sentenced a man (47) found guilty of raping his biological daughter. WO Mmako Mophiring confirmed the incident had happened when the child (8) visited her father.
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Businessman rescued after six-week kidnapping ordeal: Two suspects killed in shootout
A 60-year-old businessman has been dramatically rescued after spending six weeks in captivity, following an intense police operation that left two kidnappers dead and three others behind bars.
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Former policeman sentenced to 15 years for 1987 anti-apartheid activist murder
he Pretoria High Court delivered a historic 15-year prison sentence today (10 July) to former policeman Johan Marais, for the 1987 murder of anti-apartheid activist Caiphus Nyoka.
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Facebook romance scammers steal R3.4 million from Western Cape woman
Two young men appeared in the Bellville Magistrates Court today (10 July) following their arrest for an elaborate Facebook romance scam.
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Caster Semenya wins major European Court victory in fight against World Athletics rules
When 19-year-old Caster Semenya stormed to victory in the 800m final at the 2009 World Championships in Berlin, the unknown South African athlete had no idea she was about to become the center of one of sport’s most controversial debates.
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Free State agricultural sector’s impact on South Africa food security
The Free State’s agricultural sector significantly contributes to food security, but faces challenges including fires, crime, and lack of government support.
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JP Smith joins twin in new season of Op My Eish! as wingman
What is a wingman? It’s that one person who knows you at your best and worst. The one who encourages you to follow your heart, but also tells you straight […]
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Dogs on the trail of South Africa’s endangered tortoises
In a groundbreaking conservation initiative near Cape Town, specially trained border collies are proving to be game-changers in the fight to save South Africa’s most endangered reptile species.
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Origin of embers probed
Damaging fires which cause devastation in Mangaung Metro under investigation.
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