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NSRI calls for vigilance after spike in festive season water rescues
“Drowning is silent; someone who is drowning will quietly slip underwater. They are unable to shout because they are concentrating on breathing.”
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Cold snap brings transport chaos to Europe as death toll rises
Severe cold snap brings transport chaos across Europe with hundreds of flights cancelled and seven weather-related deaths reported.
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Community mobilises as fire damages Summerstrand substation
Residents face disruptions as the Forest Hill fire damages substation, leading to power outages and community firefighting efforts.
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Matric results to be published in newspapers, education department confirms
2025 matric results will be published in newspapers on 13 January. Department of Basic Education confirms NSC results available in accredited media.
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Trump withdraws US from key climate treaty, deepening global pullback
Trump withdraws US from UN climate framework and 65 other global organizations, sparking legal challenges and concerns over global climate action.
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US seizes Russian oil tanker with UK support in North Atlantic
US and UK forces seize Russian oil tanker in North Atlantic operation targeting sanctions evasion. Russia condemns maritime seizure.
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Multi-vehicle crash leaves several injured on N2 between Gqeberha and Jeffreys Bay.
A serious multi-vehicle crash involving at least five vehicles occurred on the N2 near the Windfarm service station, with multiple injuries reported.
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French icon Brigitte Bardot buried in Saint-Tropez following cancer death
French screen icon Brigitte Bardot buried in Saint-Tropez after cancer death at 91. Husband reveals cause as hundreds gather for funeral.
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Wildfire re-ignites near Van Stadens, prompting renewed warning from NMBM
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Fire and Emergency Department has issued a warning following the re-ignition of a wildfire along the N2 near Van Stadens.
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Beach safety programme delivers best results with record registrations
Cape Town’s beach safety initiative Identikidz achieve record child registrations – over 101 000 – and reduced drowning rates this festive season.
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