Morning Midas Cargo Ship Sinks with 3,000 EVs Aboard
The Morning Midas cargo ship sank in the Pacific after a fire linked to EVs onboard. The crew was rescued, but over 3,000 electric vehicles were lost.
Ramaphosa Fires DA Deputy Minister Andrew Whitfield
President Cyril Ramaphosa denied a Cabinet reshuffle but confirmed he removed DA’s Andrew Whitfield as Deputy Minister of Trade amid ongoing Government of National Unity talks. Whitfield’s removal comes less than two weeks after his appointment, with further negotiations expected.
12 SANDF Members Arrested for Hawks Officer Murder
Twelve SANDF members have been arrested for the kidnapping and murder of Hawks officer Lieutenant Colonel Frans Mathipa, who was investigating defence force corruption. His body was found along the N1 near Hammanskraal after a drive-by shooting in August 2023.
Trump’s Iran Strike Sparks Global Alarm Over Military Escalation
Trump Iran strike targets nuclear sites, igniting global concern over escalation and legality. Critics warn of war risks as diplomacy falters. Full analysis here.
MI6 Names Its First Female Chief, Career Spy Blaise Metreweli
MI6 names its first female chief, career spy Blaise Metreweli, marking a historic shift in British intelligence and global leadership representation.
WhatsApp Ads and Subscriptions Coming Soon
WhatsApp ads and subscriptions are coming to the app as Meta tests new monetisation features.
Plans for State-Run National Lottery in South Africa Raise Alarm
Plans for a state-run national lottery in South Africa spark alarm as government aims to nationalise the lottery when the private licence expires in 2034.
Beyoncé Honors Paul McCartney on Cowboy Carter Tour with Powerful “Blackbird” Tribute
Beyoncé pays tribute to Paul McCartney on her Cowboy Carter tour, thanking him for allowing her to reinterpret his iconic song “Blackbird” as a message of Black resilience and empowerment.
Two More Arrested in KwaZulu-Natal Passport Fraud Investigation
Authorities have arrested two additional suspects in connection with a fraudulent passport syndicate operating in KwaZulu-Natal, bringing the total number of arrests to 30.
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