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Robertson father jailed for child neglect following toddler son’s death
A father was sentenced to 10 years for neglecting his son, resulting in the child’s death after being left unattended.
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100 years on Earth: Iconic naturalist Attenborough marks century
David Attenborough, a leading voice on climate change and biodiversity loss whose landmark documentaries transformed popular understanding of the natural world for a global audience, marks his 100th birthday on Friday.
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Cold front to hit parts of the Western Cape and Namakwa on Sunday
A cold front will bring severe weather, including heavy rain and strong winds, affecting Western Cape and Namakwa from May 10-12.
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State: Fadiel Adams conducted unauthorised interviews with awaiting trial inmates
National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams appears in Pinetown Magistrates’ Court facing three counts of fraud and two counts of defeating the administration of justice.
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Mangaung spent 113% of budget while achieving 50% of targets, Scopa hears
The executive mayor and city manager were part of a delegation that appeared in front of Scopa to give feedback on the Auditor General’s report and other issues.
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Younger Grade 1 pupils more likely to repeat the year
New research shows children who start Grade 1 younger are far more likely to repeat the year — and the gap persists into Grade 4.
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Vandalised building continues to deteriorate in Kariega
Residents of Cannon Hill, Kariega, are frustrated as an abandoned building deteriorates, facing vandalism and potential occupation threats amid unfulfilled promises from Transnet.
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World awaits Iran response to latest US deal offer
World capitals and markets are waiting for Tehran to respond to Washington’s latest proposed deal to end the war in the Middle East.
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Tragedy in Moorreesburg: Toddler loses life in suspected family poisoning
A three-year-old boy in Moorreesburg died from suspected rat poison inhalation, while his family members were found unconscious and hospitalized.
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TikTok and digital platforms are reshaping learners’ attention spans
South African learners struggle with reading, facing declining comprehension and engagement due to distractions from digital platforms like TikTok.
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