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Frida Kahlo painting shatters records with $54.7 million sale
NEW YORK – A haunting self-portrait by celebrated Mexican artist Frida Kahlo sold for $54.66 million ( almost R 1 billion) at Sotheby’s in New York last week, shattering the previous […]
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Alone? Don’t be lonely this festive season
Spending this time of year alone can feel daunting for some, as the holidays are so strongly associated with togetherness. Loneliness need not rob you of a fulfilling festive season, […]
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Conversations can change SA’s tragic suicide narrative
Feeling alone even when surrounded by others is common among people who are at risk of suicide. With a reported suicide rate of 23.5 per 100,000 people in South Africa, […]
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Western Cape dam levels show alarming decline: 2025 levels drop significantly
The Western Cape’s water security faces serious challenges, with dam levels declining significantly from 2024 to 2025, requiring urgent attention.
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Welkom educator receives national recognition for part played in water education programme
Dikeledi Mokhothu of the Setshabelo Primary School in Welkom, was honored for her role in guiding students to win the Baswa le Meetse 2025 competition, achieving first place nationally.
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WATCH | Paws, applause, and pure cat-titude as Cape Town cat show wows
The glamour of feline perfection took centre stage at the Cape Town Christmas Cat Show that took place in Durbanville over the weekend.
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Cape Winelands steps up fire readiness with newly trained protectors
The Cape Winelands District Municipality (CWDM) has confirmed that all operational plans, resources and partnerships are firmly in place to respond to rising wildfire threats.
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Another gang-related shooting leaves one dead and three injured in Goodwood
CAPE TOWN – One person is dead, three others suffered injuries after gunmen allegedly fired shots at them in Goodwood this past weekend. News of the incident spread like wildfire […]
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Matric learner dies after being struck by bus during school chaos
HARTBEESPOORT – A Grade 12 learner has died after being struck by a scholar transport bus during a chaotic incident at Schaumburg Combined School that erupted when four intruders entered […]
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Suspected robbers face court after armed robbery charges
Two brazen armed robbers linked to two Bloemfontein jewellery stores, are remanded in custody.
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