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Iran steps up attacks in return to war with US
Iran intensifies Middle East attacks as Houthis threaten Saudi port blockade, raising fears of further chaos in global energy markets.
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Knife attack at Acropolis as US issues worldwide travel warning
Greek-American couple injured in rare knife attack at Athens’ Acropolis as United States warns citizens worldwide about heightened tensions in Middle East.
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Africa overtakes Asia as continent with most people facing hunger
For the first time, Africa has more people facing hunger than Asia, with 309 million Africans affected, a UN report reveals.
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Lwandle murders reignite sharp criticism about police
Following the brutal weekend shootings in Asanda Village that left four people dead, the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Western Cape has strongly condemned the violence while pointing to a systemic failure in national policing infrastructure and leadership.
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Western Cape forensic lab first in SA to achieve international accreditation
The Western Cape Government’s Forensic Toxicology is the first provincial public forensic toxicology lab in SA to achieve international accreditation.
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South Africa secures $1.5 billion World Bank loan for infrastructure overhaul
World Bank loan will fund electricity, transport and water reforms as government tackles infrastructure constraints hampering job creation and growth.
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WATCH | The Odyssey breaks Ster-Kinekor IMAX records with biggest opening weekend since 2019
Cinema exhibitor records sold-out shows across nine IMAX sites as epic film generates $263.5-million globally and clears production budget in three days.
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St James coastal walkway to be extended with donor funding
Cape Town’s beloved St James coastal walkway is set to be extended from Muizenberg to Clovelly Corner thanks to a generous anonymous family donation.
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WATCH | Colleagues honour paramedic who died while on duty
Emergency services personnel gathered in Gqeberha for a memorial drive honouring Advanced Life Support Paramedic Sthembiso Wiseman Twala, who died on duty.
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World Cup villains or misunderstood champions? Argentina divided over tournament reputation
Argentina faces global criticism for unsportsmanlike conduct during World Cup final loss, but locals insist passionate play is confused with arrogance.
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