The Citizen - November 13, 2024

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November 13, 2024

Job boon as SA economy grows

UNEMPLOYMENT: DECLINED TO 32.1%; 'STILL SHOCKINGLY HIGH'

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Train goes early to arrive on time

Passengers of an Italian high-speed train were left stranded last week after it departed almost one hour early - so it could arrive on time, the train operator said on Monday.

1 min

Lit surfboards deter sharks

Covering your surfboard in bright lights sounds like an invitation to great white sharks, but research released yesterday by Australian scientists found it might stave off attacks.

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I'm no beggar – my support runs deep, says Liebenberg

Diamond dealer Louis Liebenberg has made it clear that he will never resort to begging for financial assistance, asserting that his current backing is sufficient.

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'Flawed' SABC Bill delayed

LEGISLATION: FUNDING AND INDEPENDENCE OF CORPORATION STILL CRITICAL, SAY EXPERTS

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Beehives come to the rescue

Way to tackle elephant-human conflict in Kenya.

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Feminist 4B goes viral as US women say 'no' to Trump

No dating, sex, marriage or having children with men: South Korea's extreme feminist movement 4B has gone viral in America and beyond since Donald Trump won the US presidential election.

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Which suburbs owe most?

Four substations targeted for disconnection by power utility.

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Chaos as utility tries to cut illegal connections

As the city attempts to address widespread water issues in Johannesburg, residents of Phumlamqashi informal settlement, in Lenasia South, blame Johannesburg Water for failing to honour their requests for a stable supply.

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'Health still owes millions'

GAUTENG: SUPPLIERS UNPAID FOR OVER A YEAR

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Case opened after sewage dumped in area

Mpumalanga municipality is in hot water after its employees were found dumping raw sewage in a residential area.

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Sidewalk 'a sky-high rip-off'

Discrepancies spark suspicions of overbilling on public projects.

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Viral rant haunts Phophi

Hearing underway after Ramathuba’s legal bid to halt proceedings failed.

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Moscow fights 'childless propaganda'

Russian MPs yesterday passed in the final third reading legislation banning \"propaganda\" of remaining childless, the latest measure targeting what Moscow depicts as Western liberal ideas.

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Sassa's tips to help fish out grant fraudsters

As the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) continues to investigate rampant identity theft in the social grant system, here are three steps to take if you discover someone is collecting money in your name.

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Joburg needs an overhaul

o the interventions of two Cabinet ministers in Johannesburg crises fill you with confidence that taps won't run dry and lights will stay on?

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Let the water plan come together

Given the blame game which has been played by government departments and municipalities over the past few years about the water crisis in Gauteng, it was surprising to hear a minister admit that our water problems are self-inflicted.

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Wrong countries going childless

While the world is in geo-political turmoil, the existing social order - especially when it comes to the idea of traditional family structures - also seems to be in flux.

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Iconic symbol of passion

Last weekend, among 55,000 runners, an interesting pair of South African flag running shorts crossed the finish line of the New York City Marathon.

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Attack on Chiefs is unfair and uncalled for

Not all who have eyes can see and Katlego Modiba is one of those, writes Zakes Nakedi.

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More problems in aviation industry

The problems in the aviation industry are mounting.

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Dear Lord of the Fries...

I shower your luminous head with congratulations.

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The Don builds his powerhouse

US president-elect Donald Trump announced new members of his incoming administration on Monday, and was expected to pick Florida Senator Marco Rubio as secretary of state.

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Nintendo's Mario woos new lovers

Once confined to rectangular screens, chirpy plumber Mario and pointy-eared Princess Zelda are popping up in theme parks and toy stores as Nintendo goes all out to win non-gamer fans.

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Climate 'hell' uproots millions

High temperatures, extreme weather events to blame.

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Opposition wins in Mauritius

Port Louis - Mauritius opposition leader Navin Ramgoolam said yesterday his alliance had won a crushing election victory over the governing coalition, after the incumbent prime minister conceded he faced a \"huge defeat\".

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Kim seals defence pact with Putin

North Korea has ratified a landmark defence pact with Russia, state media reported yesterday, deepening security cooperation that has seen Pyongyang send thousands of troops to help Moscow fight Ukraine.

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Abused victims get a sorry

New Zealand's prime minister delivered a historic apology yesterday to victims abused in state care, acknowledging the \"unimaginable pain\" suffered within children's homes and psychiatric hospitals.

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Xiaomi makes SA comeback

T14: BRINGS THE BRAND FULLY INTO MOBILE AI ARENA

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Feathers fly at Chanel's return

Chanel returned to the Grand Palais – scene of the late Karl Lagerfeld’s most legendary triumphs – for the first time in four years yesterday with a bird-cage-themed Paris Fashion Week show that recalled the label’s past glories.

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Future forward flip-flops now

VEGAN: MADE OF POLYPROPYLENE ROPE IN NICARAGUA

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FlySafair conundrum

Ruling by council poses threat to international flights.

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FSCA probing clearance claim by Banxso

Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) is investigating claims that Banxso agents are informing clients that its trading licence has been reinstated and its platform remains live.

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Breaking down medical aid terms for the new year

It's that time of year when medical scheme members are required to choose their plan options for next year.

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Indirect offshore investing

TIPS: KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR PROACTIVELY DIVERSIFYING YOUR FINANCIAL PORTFOLIO

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Bitcoin peaks at R1.6m

Investors bet currency will pass 100 000 as soon as the end of the year.

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Rogers gets first England call-up

Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers (right) is among a group of five players added to England's squad for this month's Nations League fixtures against Greece and Ireland after eight players withdrew.

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India asked to please explain

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said yesterday it has asked the sport's governing body to explain India's refusal to send a team to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy next year.

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The dawn of a new era

AMORIM: NEW MANCHESTER UNITED MANAGER FACES A DAUNTING TASK

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Blitzboks look at building depth

SNYMAN: TO EXPLORE OPTIONS BEFORE NEW SEASON

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Wales need to pick up the pieces

Gareth Anscombe says Wales will be \"hard on themselves\" as they regroup following a record-equalling 10th successive Test match defeat, against Fiji.

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Consistency is goal for Boks

Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard (above) says a big goal for the team this season has been picking up consistent positive results, as they turn their attention to their second end-of-year tour game against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Poland seek revenge over Spain

Poland head into their first-round clash with hosts Spain at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals buoyed by the presence of Iga Swiatek and dreaming of a first-ever title in the team event.

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Return of duo a boost for Bafana

VITAL: BROOS' MEN ARE SEEKING AFCON QUALIFICATION

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Zverev cruises, Alcaraz beaten

Alexander Zverev opened his campaign at the ATP Finals in Turin on Monday evening by dispatching Andrey Rublev 6-4, 6-4 in their round-robin opener.

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PROTEAS HAVE AWOKEN

Highveld conditions will be a whole new challenge going into the final two games of the series.

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'Boks, England always special'

As the most experienced scrum-half in the Springbok squad, Cobus Reinach looks set to be part of the matchday squad when the world champions take on England at Twickenham on Saturday in a match the No 9 says will be as big as every other contest between the two nations.

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Tests have helped Stubbs

When T20 cricket was first introduced, purists brushed it off as a bash-and-dash format which didn't require the same level of skills as longer forms of the game.

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Sassy all-new Suzuki Swift

ETHOS: 'FUN TO DRIVE' HATCH LIVES UP TO REPUTATION

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Chery range gets sweeter

Chinese carmaker has even bigger plans for lined up for South Arican market.

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Nissan Navara on slippery slope

Pro-4X still makes for pleasant transport with good fuel sonsumption.

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New GLC63 sets record straight

Affalterbach machine pips rival from Munich to bragging rights.

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Peter can get bettors off to a winning start

Lerena could craft a change of fortune for Vibe SA.

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Goldie to score on Polytrack

Dean Kannemeyer looks to have some useful runners in his yard, both in Cape Town and Durban, and he also seems to have a knack as to which of his runners will run well on the Polytrack.

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Ferraris favours Young Emperor

Purton looks to extend his lead with Triumphant More.

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Bafana poised for AFCON slot

Top-tier club soccer takes a break for the next week, but there's plenty of exciting football on the menu with the final group games in AFCON and UEFA Nations League, plus several cash-boosted TAB soccer pools including a R4.3-million Soccer 13 carryover tomorrow.

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