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ToggleAryan Freedom Network Rise Fuels U.S. Extremism Concerns
August 8, 2025
The Aryan Freedom Network, a U.S. neo-Nazi group, is gaining visibility through public protests and propaganda.
Mbeki Foundation Dialogue Withdrawal from National Dialogue
August 8, 2025
Seven legacy organisations, including the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, have withdrawn from the National Dialogue, citing rushed timelines, reduced citizen roles, and rising government influence.
Gina Carano Lawsuit Settled with Disney
August 8, 2025
Gina Carano has settled her lawsuit against Disney over her 2021 firing from The Mandalorian, ending a high-profile legal dispute tied to political speech.
Fatal Stellenbosch Crash on Blaauwklippen Road
August 8, 2025
A woman died and a man was injured in a Stellenbosch crash on Blaauwklippen Road. Police opened a culpable homicide case and appealed for
Brandon Blackstock Dies at 48 After Cancer Battle
August 8, 2025
Brandon Blackstock, the former husband of Kelly Clarkson, died at 48 following a private cancer battle. His passing came shortly after Clarkson paused her
Benjamin Sesko Chooses Manchester United Over Newcastle
August 8, 2025
Manchester United have signed Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig for €76.5m plus add-ons, beating Newcastle to the striker’s signature.
OpenAI GPT-5 Launch Enhances ChatGPT Capabilities
August 8, 2025
OpenAI’s GPT-5 launch upgrades ChatGPT, offering improved reasoning for coding, finance, and health tasks.
China Humanoid Robot Store Opens to Public
August 8, 2025
China has opened its first public humanoid robot store in Beijing, offering over 100 AI-powered models for homes, schools, and businesses in a push