The Citizen - November 09, 2024

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November 09, 2024

'Mysterious song on net' identified

Frankfurt For the past 17 years, a worldwide army of online sleuths obsessively tried to figure out the title of what has been dubbed \"the most mysterious song on the internet\".

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Hermi Dempsey: Nail technician, Covid survivor Picking herself up after near-death

CELEBRATION: HAPPY TO SEE HER 40TH BIRTHDAY AFTER PUTTING TRAUMA BEHIND HER

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Dark cloud over Joburg

City Power threatens court orders if utility doesn't withdraw notice.

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Joburg Market acting CEO faces Rustenburg fraud charges

The recent appointment of Sello Makhubela as acting CEO of Joburg Market has been overshadowed after allegations of fraud related to a municipal contract in Rustenburg came to light.

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Schools to defer food sales

The Gauteng department of education has instructed all schools to suspend the sale of food within and around school premises until further notice.

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'Trump is anti-war'

He is explicit about his intention to reduce US defence expenditure, too.

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Crackdown on Moz protest

CASUALTIES: DEATHS REPORTED IN WAKE OF RIOTS OVER PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION RESULT

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Mbalula leads ANC supporters in march for services

More than 10,000 ANC members and supporters marched to the Tshwane House yesterday to hand over a memorandum of demands to Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya about service delivery and other concerns in the city.

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‘Inhumane’: weeks of no water

'ONGOING': WARD COUNCILLORS TURN TO RIGHTS BODY OVER 'HUMANITARIAN CRISIS'

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No Victory Moon match in commemoration run

Victory Moon has a special place in South African racing history but, surprisingly to many, he raced just once in this country.

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Nation divided by a hobby

QUADROBICS: FROWNED UPON AS WESTERN TREND, DESCRIBED BY A LAWMAKER AS DISGUSTING

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KZN road blitz reels in seven illegal immigrant drivers

Weeks after inspections at restaurants across the country revealed 1,941 foreign national employees and the arrest of 81 officials in KwaZulu-Natal, authorities have arrested seven foreign nationals in the transport industry.

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Notre-Dame bells ring

RESTORED: OLD LADY COMES BACK TO LIFE AS IT GETS READY TO REOPEN

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Cathedral over the ages

As the mighty Notre-Dame cathedral prepares to reopen its doors in a month's time after a devastating fire in 2019, a look back at five key dates in the Paris landmark's colourful history:

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Great organ to sound out to churchgoers again

Paris - Itaru Sekiguchi first heard the Great Organ of Notre Dame cathedral when he was 10. The \"infernal sound\" changed his life forever.

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Nato 'still not spending enough on defence'

Europe has increased defence spending since Russia invaded Ukraine, but its defence capacities, including military manpower, are still insufficient, a British security think-tank warned yesterday.

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Concessions 'suicidal'

NYET: 'UNACCEPTABLE' TO OFFER RUSSIA ANY CONCESSIONS ON UKRAINE

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Trump pulled male vote

X FACTOR: 54% MEN BACKED HIM DUE TO ECONOMIC CONCERNS, MACHO APPEAL

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President-elect plans talks with Putin

US president-elect Donald Trump on Thursday made his first Cabinet appointment after his decisive election win, while signaling his intent to ditch the outgoing administration's policies by talking to Vladimir Putin.

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US voters are not mad

The world is in a daze; bemused at how Donald Trump stormed to such a commanding victory in the US presidential election.

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No winners in Moz turmoil

Any conflict around the world is concerning. When it's on your doorstep, it's of even graver concern.

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Three more wins in Boks' reach

They managed to win the World Cup in France around this time last year; they drew 1-1 with Ireland in a series in June, denied victory by a last-gasp drop goal, and also won five out of six games to clinch the Rugby Championship last month.

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It is okay to cry as a man, be part of solution

Emotional bottling has led to undesirable societal outbursts, writes Themba Mzula Hleko.

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Failed Lesufi must stand aside

It's time for Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi, pictured, to go. He has scored two out of 10 for crime prevention.

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Trump 'gevaar' is in SA's hands

When Donald Trump took to the podium to declare himself the next president of America – and the polls showed he was right – there were more than a few moans around the world.

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Kitchen central, by the sea

DELICIOUS: CHEF SAMANTHA TAIT THRIVES IN HER HOTEL JOB ON KZN'S SOUTH COAST

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A whole lot happens in a month, and very little too...

Surviving a month in the 21st century is enough to pulverize your mind if you overthink things.

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Nutrition can help relieve food allergies in pets - report

As global warming may lead to longer and more intense pollen seasons, many people suffer from stuffy noses, itchy eyes, and sneezing.

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Plants that let the money flow

GOOD ENERGY: ROUND LEAVES SPELL COMPLETENESS

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Reduce reflux in babies

It typically fades out by 12-18 months as infants' digestive system matures.

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How Sars can help education

While most fringe benefits offered to employees are taxable, there are exemptions in the case of bursaries and scholarships.

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From grief to wealth strength

COPING: TEN ESSENTIAL STEPS FOR RECENT WIDOWS

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Choosing an ideal income

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO MAKE THE BEST DECISION UPON YOUR RETIREMENT

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Life policy irreversible, can't convert to living annuity

Can one convert a life policy into a living annuity?

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Trip no issue for Main Defender

CLASS: PETER-TRAINED RUNNER HAS THE ABILITY TO CLAIM TOP HONOURS IN VICTORY MOON

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Ganbei (with a Chery on top)

INCREASED FOOTPRINT: SA MARKET IS CRUCIAL FOR CHINESE AUTOMOTIVE GIANT

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King of the Whip set to be crowned

MOTOCROSS: ADRENALINE-FUELLED FREESTYLE ACTION SPORTS EVENT IS BACK ON SA SHORES

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Bayern aiming to cling to lead

Bayern Munich travel to promoted St Pauli today knowing a win will take them six points clear of RB Leipzig, who host mid-table Borussia Monchengladbach later in the day.

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Free-scoring Barcelona riding high on confidence

La Liga leaders Barcelona have been in sensational goalscoring form this season and visit Real Sociedad tomorrow in La Liga high on confidence.

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City are taking stock

EPL: LOSING STREAKS LIKE A CRISIS FOR BOTH PEP AND ARSENAL'S ARTETA

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Mzanzi must dip into their home-grown pool

Last week I was so upbeat about the future of South African football and the talent that is coming through.

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Broos is still at odds with PSL

TALKS: ASKS FOR BIGGER BAFANA BUY-IN BY ALL CLUBS

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Mngqithi's rotation is boosting competition

As Mamelodi Sundowns gear up to take on Marumo Gallants in tomorrow's Carling Knockout semifinal at Dr Molemela Stadium, no one is guaranteed a place in the starting XI.

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Reeza is not stepping back just yet

PROTEAS: TOP-ORDER BATTER WILL KEEP PLAYING AS LONG AS 'DESIRE & PASSION' IS STILL THERE

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Too much cricket diluting strength of teams

There are benefits to stakeholders of the sport, but having as much cricket on the calendar as we do is not beneficial for fans.

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F1 chief blasted by the drivers

Formula One drivers blasted the \"tone and language\" used by FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem amid a row over swearing at press conferences.

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Confidence-building work spurred Glenrose to higher heights

Glenrose Xaba (right) has risen to national prominence over the last few months, but she's hardly a new kid on the block.

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Smart money on Sinner

ATP FINALS: TURIN FAN FAVOURITE ON A COLLISION COURSE WITH ALCARAZ

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Jones wary of Dupont 'threat'

Evolving France face Eddie Jones' struggling Japan in the a November international today with superstar Antoine Dupont (above) making his first 15-a-side appearance for the hosts in more than a year.

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Drafting Suaalii was never a risk

WALLABIES: FACING ENGLAND IS A HUGE 'OPPORTUNITY'

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'Rusty' Azzurri not bothering Quesada

Gonzalo Quesada expects his Italy team to be ring rusty when they take on his home nation Argentina in the Azzurri's opening November Test match today, hoping to end a positive year on a high.

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Some game-changing boxes still left for coach Rassie to tick

The Springboks take on Scotland, England and Wales over the next three weekends in Edinburgh, London and Cardiff respectively.

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Make-or-break for Bok five

The Springboks get down to business tomorrow in their opening game of their end-of-year-tour against Scotland at Murrayfield in Edinburgh and they will be gunning to get off to the best possible start. They will be eager to cap a magnificent year with a clean sweep on their tour to the UK. Ross Roche looks at a quintet of players that will be eager to seize their chance to impress on tour.

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Boks are fully loaded

ERASMUS: NOT SCARED TO FLIP BACK TO HIS 7-1 BOMB SQUAD BENCH SPLIT

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India draw first blood

Turning out against the global champions for the first time since they were edged in their memorable battle in the T20 World Cup final earlier this year, the Proteas stumbled again last night as they were completely demolished by India in the first of four T20 Internationals in Durban.

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Camping ain’t for sissies

It enriches, yes, but sometimes leaves you poorer

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Museum of military history

Symbolic home of soldiers and veterans worldwide

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'Musica' headed for SA

Cruising is just lekker. There is no other word or phrase that would really do it justice, hyperbole aside.

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