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Wars attack our way of living

Brutal wars, leaving a trail of scorched earth behind, and attacks on the vulnerable public, are the tragic links between 2024 and 2025.

May Trump Douse the Fire

Donald Trump is not the man to be trusted to end the conflict in Ukraine anytime soon as he promised, as it is impossible to resolve such an issue within 24 hours, never mind a week or so.

We don't need an unstable America

You've got to hand it to Donald Trump and his sidekick, Elon Musk. They don't have any doubts about their ability to change not only their own country, but also the planet as we know it.

Anti-vaxxers will sink future fights

It's hard to believe that it was five years ago that reports were coming out of Wuhan in China about a new, virulent respiratory virus... and how the world would soon tumble into a vortex of grief, anger and disbelief.

LA fire razes homes at speed

EVACUATION: RESIDENTS ABANDON CARS ON ROADS

Open AI chief denies claims

Open AI CEO Sam Altman denied on Tuesday allegations from his sister Annie Altman, who has filed a complaint accusing him of childhood sexual abuse.

Banks to Aid Minister Probe

Bangladesh money laundering investigators have ordered the country's big banks to hand over details of transactions relating to British anti-corruption minister Tulip Siddiq in an ongoing graft probe, officers said.

Carter's flag-draped casket at Capitol

The body of late US president Jimmy Carter was transferred on Tuesday in a grand and solemn military ceremony to the US Capitol, where it will lie in state until a national funeral later this week.

Trump Threatens to Humble Canada, Annex Greenland

In a provocative and headline-grabbing Tuesday speech on his territorial ambitions for the United States, incoming US leader Donald Trump was heavy on intimidation but light on details - leaving many wondering how seriously the comments should be taken.

'World not ready for pandemic'

Success and speedy production of vaccines are a 'game changer'

Zille defends DA on service delivery

DA federal chair Helen Zille has slammed claims that the party offers better services in suburbs, neglecting less fortunate areas.

Problem is not the ANC, but the leaders', says veteran

\"You either renew or you die.\" This was the message yesterday from ANC veteran Reverend Frank Chikane - marking 113 years of the country's oldest liberation movement, which has governed for three decades since the fall of apartheid.

Zuma out to 'kill' ANC

LETTER: CALL FOR REINSTATEMENT WILL DESTABILISE PARTY, SAY EXPERTS

'Publish matric results'

11TH HOUR RULING: COURT DISMISSES REGULATOR'S BID TO BAN PRACTICE

Mandela 'grandchild' in hijack drama

Five people, including an alleged grandchild of Nelson Mandela, were arrested at the former late president's Houghton home yesterday over a car hijacking.

'Carter village' mourns

INDIA: LATE PRESIDENT'S HOUR-LONG VISIT IN 1978 LEADS TO RENAMING

'Don't eat your Xmas tree...'

Some things may go without saying, but just in case... Belgium's food agency issued a public health warning as the festive season wrapped up Tuesday: don't eat your Christmas tree.

Mag by autistic journos out

A French magazine produced by autistic journalists went on sale on newsstands for the first time yesterday, further raising the profile of a project that has already made waves on television.

Get R3 700 if you snitch on road hogs

Vietnam is to pay residents who snitch on traffic offenders up to five million dong (about R3 700) as the Southeast Asian country strives to bring rule-breaking drivers into line on its notoriously chaotic roads.

Fine for bong with snake in

A Limpopo man looking to add an exotic flavour to his already spicy herb of choice has narrowly escaped prison.

Stinking balls have closed Umhlanga beaches

Two of Umhlanga's beaches have been closed to the public after the discovery of balls that some believe contain faeces.

'Don't dump your baby'

PLEA: AUTHORITIES 'HAVE RESOURCES TO DEAL WITH ABANDONMENT'

Vaal Dam water levels improve

DATA: HARTBEESPOORT ONE OF THE BETTER PERFORMERS

Big tech toe Trump's line

Tech leaders continue to fall in line around Donald Trump, with Facebook's announcement that it would end its US fact-checking programme the latest victory for the president-elect and his billionaire advisor Elon Musk.

Mozzie males go toxic on females

Genetically engineered mosquitoes with toxic semen could be a new weapon against tropical disease, Australian scientists said after trialling the novel pest control method.

Buccaneers Can Top The Log

Three TAB soccer pools with add-ins totaling R550,000 add spice to this weekend's football line-up, but there's plenty of excitement before that including three PSL matches and a League Cup semi-final tonight.

Lor, Badel Look Happy Together

Frankie Lor is aiming to extend his terrific record in today's Grade 3 January Cup Handicap over 1800m when the trainer saddles Happy Together, Money Catcher and Flamingo Trillion in Happy Valley's sole Group race.

Quid Pro Quo deal now signed and sealed

Top-class three-year-old filly Quid Pro Quo has officially changed ownership after passing her veterinary checks.

Sutherland looks best

ISSUES: RAIN A CONCERN BUT PETTIGREW RUNNER HAS ABILITY

Follow the Green Mile at Greyville

Punters will have a seven-race card to deal with on the Polytrack at Hollywoodbets Greyville today and trainer Andre Nel could provide everybody with the banker of the day.