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South African court urged to allow Anglo American lead-poisoning lawsuit
Lawyers representing thousands of women and children allegedly suffering from lead poisoning in Zambia are pushing for the right to bring a class action lawsuit against mining giant Anglo American,…
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On the lighter side: From golden pools to vertical dramas
A French homeowner’s pool excavation turned into an unexpected treasure hunt this week, while Dubai’s luxury coffee scene reached new heights of extravagance. Meanwhile, Hollywood embraces a new format of…
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Foot-and-Mouth Disease case confirmed near Gouda, two more farms quarantined
A Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in Gouda has led to quarantines on multiple farms in the province as investigations continue.
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Eastern Cape car-winning cop on a mission to end GBV in Kamesh
KARIEGA – The winner of a car at this year’s Women’s Challenge in Gqeberha is on the frontlines of the war against gender-based violence. Nomandla Lunguza, a lieutenant-colonel in the…
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Lanquedoc blaze under control; Ashton fire remains challenging
The Cape Winelands District Municipality has made progress in controlling two active fires, with teams employing both aerial and manual methods. No immediate threats to communities exist, and monitoring continues.
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Smoke blankets Bredasdorp as Heuningberg mountain burns
BREDASDORP – An uncontrolled fire on Heuningberg mountain continues to rage above Bredasdorp, creating hazardous conditions as thick smoke engulfs the town and surrounding areas, forcing road closures and prompting…
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Gqeberha man (28) sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment for raping his minor cousin (12)
Axolile Swapi (28) pleaded guilty to raping his twelve-year-old cousin, telling the court he had prior intention and acted with a completely sober state of mind.
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CHPA warns that cart horses be kept off the roads on hot days
The Cart Horse Protection Association (CHPA) has warned cart horse operators to be mindful of the soaring temperatures. A hot weekend is predicted for Cape Town, the West Coast and…
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Tornado, gure weer saai verwoesting in Oos-Vrystaat
Vreemde weerpatrone het die afgelope week groot skade in dele van die Oos-Vrystaat gemaak.
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Tesla shareholders approve Musk’s $1 trillion pay package
NEW YORK – Tesla shareholders on Thursday overwhelmingly endorsed a massive pay package for CEO Elon Musk that could reach $1 trillion, marking the latest demonstration of the entrepreneurial billionaire’s…
