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Becoming a victim of plagiarism

As a journalist, I've had plenty of downs to go along with my ups - I've been sworn at, spat on, beaten up, shot at, arrested and sued. But what has hurt as much, or more, than all of those, has been becoming a victim of plagiarism.

Man City boss out of his depth

Pep Guardiola, head honcho at Manchester City, is shafting Erling Haaland.

City Power saga as painful as getting tax refund

Management couldn't manage their way down a dark office corridor, writes Des du Triou.

A jolly season for rugby fans

Christmas has come early for rugby fans with eight derbies on offer in the United Rugby Championship this weekend, including two spicy South African affairs.

Spend wisely to avoid Januworry

The silly spending season is upon us so, if you want to start the new year on a solid footing, it's important to maintain your financial well-being during the holidays.

Vouchers and vultures

If you want to turn a good idea and a fairly decent initiative into a major fiasco, here's how: put together a benefit for the poor. Then make it available to only some of said poor, needy and desperate.

Putin 'ready' to talk about Ukraine deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday he was ready for talks with US president-elect Donald Trump at \"any time\" while regretting that he did not launch Moscow's full-scale offensive earlier.

New search for MH370

MYSTERY: 10 YEARS AFTER PLANE WENT MISSING AUTHORITIES HAVE NOT GIVEN UP

Trump's 2nd term 'more chaotic'

STEALS LIMELIGHT: CONFUSING AND INTIMIDATING

Taiwan politicians block parliament

Taiwanese lawmakers tackled and doused each other with water yesterday as President Lai Ching-te's party tried to block the passage of Bills they say could harm the self-ruled island's \"democratic system\".

Two-pot balancing needs

PROBLEM: MANY CONSUMERS LOOKING TO SHORT TERM RATHER THAN FOR RETIREMENT

Parliament to get temporary home for next two years

Plans are taking shape to provide parliament with a new makeshift home.

'No respite for spazas'

COMPLIANCE: TSHWANE TO INTENSIFY INSPECTION EFFORTS IN NEW YEAR

Full Bela Act now law, says Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a proclamation to implement the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Act with immediate effect.

Cyril signs Post Office Bill into law

PRAISE: STEP IN RIGHT DIRECTION - EXPERTS

State delivers on promise

Christmas came early for the Simamane family in KwaZulu-Natal's North Coast region this week, when Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina and her deputy David Mahlobo handed them keys to three newly built homes.

Pay a mere 92c more per hour

MINIMUM WAGE: PROPOSED INCREASE BAD NEWS FOR ECONOMY AND THE JOBLESS

ANC claws back victories against DA in N Cape, Limpopo

The ANC registered two significant by-election victories this week.

Floyd sent to woo hometown voters

'MISSION IMPOSSIBLE': TRYING TO LURE ANC FANS TO MK

US revamps 'healthy' labels

The United States has redefined what qualifies as \"healthy\" food for the first time in 30 years, striking items like white bread from the list while welcoming nutrient-rich options such as eggs and salmon, officials said this week.

Brazilian bar gets magic moment

Lacador, a small bar in the Brazilian city of Belo Horizonte, has got its uptown funk on following a surprise visit by US pop hitmaker Bruno Mars.

Al Maktoum Mile tops Meydan card

Racing in the Emirates cranks up a gear with Festive Friday, a quality card at Meydan Racecourse today and an early Christmas treat for punters. It should be a cracking meeting to enjoy at Dubai's iconic track.

Desert Snake for Abu Dhabi win

Racing returns to the Abu Dhabi Turf Club tomorrow for a highly competitive seven-race card, six days after the excitement of Heros De Lagarde's victory in the HH The President Cup, the world's richest Arabian race and the highlight of the season at the track.

Africa to rule in Grand Heritage

Four R250,000 Jackpot one carryovers on offer this weekend.

Return to sprint trip to suit Surjay in Merchants

Surjay returns to his favourite distance at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Sunday and can pick up another victory in the Grade 2 De Grendel Cape Merchants over 1200m.

A full-service auction house

Modern and contemporary art remains important source of revenue.

Some tough games to call

Sporting action is heating up around the country as some teams prepare to take some time off and others face a busy Christmas period, with rugby, football and cricket still in full swing this weekend.

PAKISTAN SEAL SERIES

CAPE TOWN: KLAASEN'S KNOCK IN VAIN AS VISITORS CRUISE TO EASY WIN

Cardoso gets buy-in from Downs

The resurgence under new Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso continued on Wednesday night when the reigning Betway Premiership champions edged Stellenbosch FC 1-0 at the Cape Town Stadium.

Magesi must show mettle

Clinton Larsen's (above) Magesi FC have a chance to become the first side to beat the Carling All Stars XI tomorrow, when the two teams face off in an exhibition match at Orlando Stadium (kick-off 3.30pm).