The Citizen - January 08, 2025

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January 08, 2025

Foreign business to pay tax of 15%

GLOBAL RULES: EXPECTED TO YIELD ADDITIONAL R8BN

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Golden Globes Is Loved Again

The Golden Globes drew more than 10 million TV viewers to post a small audience increase from the previous year, producers said, after a well-received show in which Emilia Perez and The Brutalist scored big wins.

1 min

Money flows in with tourists

Thailand welcomed more than 35 million international tourists in 2024, surpassing the government's target, as the country strives to revive its sluggish economy, officials said on Monday.

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Looming Gauteng water crisis averted - for now

Concerns about the low water level of the Vaal Dam have been eased a little after the overflow gates at the Grootdraai Dam in Mpumalanga were opened.

1 min

18 Killed in Horror N3 Crash

At least eighteen people were killed in a horrific collision involving a minibus taxi, a truck and light motor vehicle at Van Reenen's Pass in KwaZulu-Natal.

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Future up in the air

SAFAIR: FOREIGN OWNERSHIP, LICENCE UNDER THREAT AS IT AWAITS SUITOR

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Drunk beer ad actor axed

A popular Japanese actor hired to be the wholesome face of a low-alcohol beer has been fired after getting drunk and breaking into his neighbour's home, officials said.

1 min

Addicts battle demons

Tough Love: Rehabilitation Centre in Yangon Instils Discipline

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Starmer 'complicit in mass rapes in exchange for votes' - Musk

Billionaire Elon Musk's attacks on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer concern the rape and sexual exploitation of thousands of girls and young women over several decades in towns across England.

1 min

SA man accused of funding terrorism seeks bail

The case against a 35-year-old South African man accused of funding terrorism through cryptocurrency has been postponed for a formal bail application.

1 min

'A party only in name'

SACP: GOING IT ALONE IN THE POLLS WILL EMBARRASS THEM, SAYS EXPERT

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Parents urged to prioritise vaccinations

The City of Cape Town's health department has urged parents to ensure their children's vaccinations are up-to-date.

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Royal bid to claim swathe of Kruger Park

A Limpopo royal family has vowed to legally challenge the government for rejecting its land claim, in which it was demanding the ownership of a huge portion of the Kruger National Park (KNP).

1 min

Finance MEC's U-turn

BANKRUPTCY: MAILE DENIES GAUTENG FACES R6BN SHORTFALL BY JUNE

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Court set to rule on publication of 2024 matric results

The department of basic education and the Information Regulator (IR) faced off in the High Court in Pretoria yesterday, debating whether the 2024 matric results should be published in newspapers.

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'Cities are becoming sick’

SEWAGE SPILLAGE: OVER 50% OF MUNICIPALITIES FACE CRIMINAL CHARGES - MINISTER

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Top brands use cotton grown by kids

Some of the best-known global apparel brands procured cotton grown in Indian farms that employ child and bonded labourers, a report by a US-based rights group alleged yesterday.

1 min

SA economy on the up

Lower interest rates, more stable rand expected, say experts.

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McDonald's Adjusts Policy on Inclusion

McDonald's said it will roll back some of its diversity practices, becoming the latest US organization to rethink its policies following a Supreme Court ruling that ended affirmative action in university admissions.

1 min

Still no justice for Meyiwa

HOPE THAT ONGOING TRIAL DELAYS COULD FINALLY COME TO AN END THIS YEAR

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Champ trainer has nearly a third of entries for Cape's big race

The perils of long-haul travel might have dissuaded top Cape Town trainer Justin Snaith from the big purse temptation of Joburg's Summer Cup, but there's no question about his enthusiasm for an upcoming big race in his own backyard.

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SACP Needs More Than Marxism

The Tripartite Alliance – between the ANC, SA Communist Party (SACP) and the Congress of SA trade Unions (Cosatu) – has become more and more of a sham, much like a marriage where husband and wife stick it out for the sake of the children.

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Don't squander two-pot windfall

The two-pot retirement funding system proved two things about South Africans; they live in the here and now when it comes to money and they need education in personal finance.

1 min

Bad governance costs lives

We ward councillors reckon we are in the frontline of the service delivery struggle. Yet there is another level where physical danger is more prevalent.

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Carter will be remembered as a humanitarian

His post-presidential life was remarkable and worth emulating, writes Mohamed Saeed.

1 min

What Cyril Must Say On Anniversary

While the ANC will be marking its 113th anniversary this week, the party finds itself in a predicament because it has nothing to celebrate.

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Hats off to our matriculants

I would like to congratulate our matriculants who passed their exams despite the challenges posed by load shedding and water shortages.

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Africa Makes a Detour

I saw this in a Sunday paper: \"South Africa welcomed 7.2 million tourists between January and October last year, with more than 76% of them coming from Africa.\"

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'Make Greenland Great Again'

Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that his eldest son Don Jr plans to visit Greenland, two weeks after the US president-elect suggested that Washington annex the autonomous Danish territory.

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Pregnant moms, pupils get free meals

Indonesia launched an ambitious $4.3 billion (nearly R80 billion) free-meal programme this week to combat stunted growth due to malnutrition, a key election promise of President Prabowo Subianto.

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Why Fans Believe Yoon's Win Was Stolen

As impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has hidden inside his home fending off efforts to arrest him over a failed martial law bid, his supporters have camped outside waving placards bearing a famous Trump-esque slogan.

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Homes talk and tables walk at AI show

Home appliances that do chores, cars that know your favorite cafe, and robot pets aiming to please are among artificial intelligence-infused offerings at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) opening yesterday.

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One who dazzled, fizzled

Canada's Trudeau: 'Political Rock Star' Forced to Leave Office

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Deadly earthquake strikes Tibet

A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 95 people and collapsed \"many buildings\" yesterday, state media reported, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India.

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New missile will deter rivals - Kim

GAME-CHANGER: CAN REACH TARGETS FURTHER AWAY

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Chinese Ship 'Cuts Sea Cable'

A Chinese-owned cargo ship suspected of damaging a subsea telecoms cable off Taiwan has stopped transmitting its location on the high seas, Taiwan's coast guard said yesterday.

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Ex-PM wants 'terrorist' law

Cambodia's influential former leader Hun Sen yesterday called for a new law to label anyone who attempts to topple his son's government as \"terrorists\", as the country marked the anniversary of the ousting of the Khmer Rouge.

1 min

Ask Arthur

Can I save on electricity with solar bulbs?

1 min

Coffee from thin air to your glass

No magic wand, but it even brews your cuppa on demand.

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Cost of beauty

INVASIVE: FACE-LIFTS COME WITH RISKS

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Indonesia Joins Brics to Boost Bloc

Indonesia has become the newest member of the Brics group of developing nations, in a move that could further bolster the Global South as Donald Trump's trade policies pose risks to world economy.

1 min

Efforts to save mall

DEBT: ACCELERATE UNDER PRESSURE AS IT SELLS MANY OF ITS ASSETS

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Manufacturers to Expedite Charging Project

Local vehicle manufacturers are planning to accelerate the multi-million-rand project to install more than 100 new energy vehicle (NEV) charging stations on major routes countrywide this year.

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Rooiwal haunts Tshwane

Tender Row: City ordered to pay officials R1.3m for botched suspensions

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Fewer Businesses Close Shop

Positive: Late-Year Spike in Closures Raises Questions, Also Has Owners Optimistic

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ArcelorMittal SA plunges 27% after plant closures

ArcelorMittal South Africa, which announced the winding up of its long-steel business on Monday, will now refocus its efforts on its flat-steel business and new opportunities such as the restart of operations at its Thabazimbi iron ore mine in Limpopo.

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'We are not a military firm'

TENCENT: SHARES DROP AFTER US BLACKLIST

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Sabalenka eyes treble

OZ OPEN: WORLD NO 1 FACES TOUGH CHALLENGES IN THE WOMEN'S DRAW

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SA teenager wins Dakar stage as Loeb limps home

Sebastien Loeb struggled to complete the third stage of the Dakar Rally yesterday after rolling his car near the start, a setback that is likely to cost him his dream of a first title in the event.

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Sinner Focus Is On Melbourne

World No 1 Jannik Sinner (above) said yesterday his \"amazing\" 2024 was history as he warmed up for the defence of his Australian Open title with a tough exhibition match victory on Melbourne's centre court.

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India need a wake-up call

India contemplated Test cricket without Virat Kohli (above) and Rohit Sharma this week after the star duo again failed to fire in the bruising series defeat to Australia.

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Nche is ready for scrum challenge

CHAMPIONS CUP: BOK DNA V FRENCH DNA IN DURBAN

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Horn boost for the Lions

The Lions have revealed fullback Quan Horn (above) will make a return for the side this week while others who are just about back from injury, will be rested to rather play against Dragons and Bulls at home later in the month.

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Stormers need to get physical

The Stormers have stressed the importance of matching the physicality of English side Sale Sharks in their must-win Champions Cup match at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.

1 min

Dalot: Amorim's 'pinch' inspired me

Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot says he was stung into action by Ruben Amorim's plea for his senior players to step up and help pull the club out of their downward spiral.

1 min

'Contracts no issue at Reds'

Arne Slot stressed yesterday that contract issues for some of Liverpool's top stars are not a distraction following criticism of Trent Alexander-Arnold (above) for his performance against Manchester United.

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Chiefs must slow Stellies down

BEWARE: COUNTER-ATTACK IS AN ISSUE FOR AMAKHOSI

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Ertugral rates Pirates highly

Muhsin Ertugral (below) believes Orlando Pirates are one of the best teams on the continent at the moment.

1 min

Humble Temba the main man

After his team wrapped up a series win over Pakistan on Monday, winning their seventh straight Test match, Temba Bavuma refused to accept the credit for leading from the front.

1 min

Sutherland looks best

ISSUES: RAIN A CONCERN BUT PETTIGREW RUNNER HAS ABILITY

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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.

1 min

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.

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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.

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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.

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