First, India and Pakistan will renew their famous cricket rivalry during the massive India vs Pakistan Johannesburg match at the 2027 Cricket World Cup. Indeed, one of the biggest rivalries in global sports is coming to the city. Specifically, fans will watch the highly anticipated clash at the famous Wanderers stadium. Furthermore, the teams will […]
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Russia has issued a severe Kaliningrad nuclear warning to NATO, stating that it could use nuclear weapons if the alliance attempts to cut off the small Russian territory wedged between NATO members Poland and Lithuania. The warning was contained in a diplomatic document sent to NATO and reviewed by Reuters. Moscow claims it has information
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California officially recognised Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as state holidays. California has officially recognised Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as state holidays. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2017 into law on 27 September. The legislation adds both Islamic holidays to California’s state calendar. The move marks an important moment for more than one
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South Africa is once again confronting questions about violent crime after 40 people were killed in three separate mass shootings within days. The attacks took place in KwaMakhutha in KwaZulu-Natal, Wedela in Gauteng and Lwandle in the Western Cape. While investigators have found no evidence linking all three incidents, the scale of the bloodshed has
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A screenshot circulating on WhatsApp claims the City of Cape Town has recently classified the Athaan, the Muslim call to prayer, as a nuisance noise. That claim is misleading. City documents and reporting show the post draws on a years old dispute about noise rules, and a 2022 City clarification confirms places of worship operating
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South Africa now has 100 days left of 2026. Although December still feels distant, the year end countdown already affects schools, household budgets and next year commitments. This guide gives clear, practical steps students, parents and households can take in the final 100 days. The final school stretch begins For many learners, the last 100
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A Soweto woman found dead was discovered wrapped in a duvet in a dam in Moroka on Sunday afternoon. Gauteng police opened an inquest and said the circumstances of her death remain unknown. Meanwhile, investigators continue to probe nine recent deaths of women across Ekurhuleni. Authorities have not confirmed any link between the Soweto discovery
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El Niño Puts Pietermaritzburg Water Supply Under Pressure El Niño Pietermaritzburg water supply is under renewed pressure as forecasts point to a very strong El Niño for the 2026/27 summer. Local authorities warn that hotter, drier conditions could reduce rainfall and raise demand. Therefore, water security and conservation are now urgent priorities for residents and
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Women’s Safety South Africa Walking Risk in Focus Walking is supposed to be the simplest form of exercise. No fees, no equipment, no training. Yet for many South African women, walking or running requires a safety plan. This reality was highlighted after five women’s bodies were discovered in and around Kempton Park over two months.
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Trump Calls on Zelenskyy to Halt Refinery Strikes US President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop targeting Russian oil refineries and diesel infrastructure, claiming the attacks are worsening a global diesel shortage. Speaking in Ireland, Trump argued that Ukraine’s drone strikes are driving US diesel prices above $6 a gallon and
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