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Record El Niño? Depends who’s counting
Meteorological agencies worldwide disagree on whether 2026’s El Niño breaks records, as each organisation uses different measurement methods to assess the climate phenomenon’s strength.
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Student hospitalised after room set alight at Stellenbosch
A Stellenbosch University student was hospitalised after their room was allegedly set alight at off-campus accommodation. Another student has been arrested and the matter is under police investigation.
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Western Cape targets gang bosses in fight against organised crime
Western Cape Minister Anroux Marais has called for gang leaders and those financing criminal networks to be targeted in the fight against organised crime.
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Major N7 upgrade north of Cape Town advances, with six bridges planned
The R797 million Van Schoorsdrift Road Safety Improvement Project on the N7 has created 394 work opportunities and is on track for completion in March 2027.
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Stolen diamond chain recovered after Parklands robbery
A chain reportedly worth more than R300 000 has been recovered after a Parklands robbery, while separate K-9 operations uncovered suspected drugs.
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R3m donation brings animal rescue sanctuary halfway to saving its home
A donation honouring late author Wilbur Smith has brought Cheryl-Lyn’s Rescue Organisation closer to securing a permanent home for rescued animals.
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Mfuleni police arrest armed 18-year-old in Wesbank
Mfuleni police arrested an 18-year-old man in Wesbank, near Kuils River, after recovering an unlicensed 9 mm pistol with ammunition.
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Fourth person killed in Strandfontein as gang shootings continue
A 26-year-old man is the fourth person shot dead in Strandfontein over four days, with police and metro officers deployed to stabilise the area.
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Body of unknown man found in front of Kleinvlei police station
The body of an unidentified man was found under a tree outside the Kleinvlei police station in Eerste River, leaving residents with unanswered questions.
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Edgemead Library closes for Koeberg nuclear emergency exercise
Edgemead Library is closed today for a nuclear emergency exercise by the NNR, ensuring public safety and evaluating emergency preparedness.
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