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DA deploys Cape Town Mayor Hill-Lewis to remind Eastern Cape voters 'what the party has delivered'
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Investec faces double UK whammy amid car loan probe, lower profit from wealth business
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'They refuse to listen to me': AmaZulu king to summon Thoko Didiza over Ingonyama Trust dispute
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MY VOTE AND ME | 'We didn't send our child to a private school because we wanted to. We had no choice'
Life
South Africa
Tshwane's DA mayor predicts end of ANC dominance
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Tshwane mayor and DA member Cilliers Brink believes voters instinctively know the problem in running the government effectively is because of the ANC's dominance.
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Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
'The country is in good hands': Strict measures in place to ensure the elections run smoothly
'We can't help if we're injured or dead' - Joburg EMS says attacks compromise response times
Business
50% of SA households now benefit from social grants
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A day after the ANC said it would finalise a Basic Income Grant (BIG) policy within two years if it returns to power after next week’s elections, new statistics show...
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Montecasino owner Tsogo Sun's shares slump 5% on disappointing results
Business brief | Kore Potash gets ASX enquiry; EU hits Oreo owner with R6.7bn fine
e.tv owner cuts dividend a fifth amid hits from Hollywood strikes, MultiChoice battle
Sport
Pride and profile only: Sharks' financial reward for reaching Challenge Cup final non-existent
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The Sharks' notable run towards the European Challenge Cup final essentially holds no financial reward for the franchise.
Proteas crumble to defeat in Windies T20 as Hendricks offers only resistance
Warren Gatland knocks 'win at all costs' Springboks, says 2021 Lions tour should have been postponed
Verstappen braced for difficult weekend in Monaco
Erasmus pleased as Boks step up preparations for bumper Test season
Entertainment
Royal riches revealed: The wealthy world of regal families, from Saudi Arabia to the UK
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A look at the lavish lives of the world's richest royal families, from Saudi Arabia's trillion-dollar empire to the UK's historic wealth.
'Don't talk to me like that': Kelly Rowland's fiery red carpet confrontation with Cannes security
Cultural splash: Nickelodeon marks SpongeBob SquarePants' 25th anniversary with an Afrikaans twist
From SA's Thokoza streets to Paris: SA photographer Sibusiso Bheka shares his artistic journey
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World
live
DEVELOPING | Palestinian Authority risks fiscal collapse: World Bank
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Israel and Hamas have been at war for seven and a half months.
'No power on Earth will stop Israel': ICJ set to rule on SA's Gaza genocide charge
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Donald Trump boasts he will quickly free US journalist, Russia says he hasn't been in touch
'Violent, humiliating, and traumatising treatment': Footage shows Israeli women as Hamas hostages
Africa
After a string of new embassies in Africa, Ukraine's Zelensky has 'fruitful' chat with Mozambique
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In the last month, Ukraine opened embassies in Maputo, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Rwanda, Botswana and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
US offers DRC top-level reassurances after US citizens arrested over coup attempt
Kenya's Ruto sides with Rwanda's Kagame on eastern DRC rebels
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Aid and abet: DRC government sniffs out alleged infiltrators and coup enablers among its own ranks
Arts + Culture
From SA's Thokoza streets to Paris: SA photographer Sibusiso Bheka shares his artistic journey
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SA's Sibusiso Bheka has journeyed from Thokoza to Paris, as he captures the essence of two worlds, challenging stereotypes with his vibrant photography.
REVIEW | Frothy, effervescent and fun: Cape Town City Ballet presents I Got Rhythm at the Artscape
From past to present: Virtual reality exhibition to connect young people with District Six
Brushes, toes, and brainpower: Viral Dutch artist amazes, crafting masterpieces with hands and feet
'I always love a challenge': Shannon Esra on one-woman play My Left Breast
Relationships
Lost in translation? Bridge communication gaps and teach bae your love language ABCs
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Matrimony meets madness: Bride and groom put food duties on guests' plates for fundraiser wedding
'I can’t take my husband’s poor personal hygiene anymore' – Dr Louise answers your burning...
Op-ed | Encouraging positive masculinity in the age of toxic alpha male social media influencers
OPINION | Investigative journalism vs pop culture: A differing slant on Melinda Ferguson's 'When...
Motoring
REVIEW | Ford's new Territory SUV is a Tourneo in running shoes
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Ford's new Territory enters the market where buyers are spoiled for choice in the SUV segment. So what's it like to drive?
Nick Yell | How far off-road can you get in a 4x2 bakkie?
Bye bye, Kona: Hyundai's impressive local SUV range is one less
SPOTTED | Mitsubishi teases off-road ready Delica at Nampo Harvest Day
The Free State saved SA Rugby – can it save South Africa's electric vehicles?
Wellness
Switching to a plant-based diet? Slash cancer risk without falling into these common traps
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The benefits of a plant-based diet include reducing cancer and heart disease risk, but eating green comes with common dietary pitfalls.
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93-year-old who took up running at 53 successfully completes his 52nd race
LIVE BY DESIGN | What kind of cog in the wheel of history are you choosing to become?
Sleep to succeed: How rest enhances gym performance and muscle growth
Books
REVIEW | Mpho Dagada cripples political campaign with AI-written manifesto, I Am the Vision
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Mpho Dagada's I Am the Vision blends AI and politics, potentially reshaping or risking his political party Arise South Africa's future.
EXCERPT | The D-Word: Insightful essays explore the seismic shifts threatening democracy worldwide
From Berlin with love: German author Jenny Erpenbeck scores prestigious International Booker Prize
Busier and buzzier than ever: Inside Franschhoek's captivating 2024 literary feast
'A real honour': David Walliams a hit with audiences of all ages at Franschhoek Literary Festival
Wine
NEW RELEASES | Flor finesse: Hogan Wines celebrates 11 vintages
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Jocelyn Hogan Wilson's 2023 wine range features the unique 'The Lift' with Flor influence and celebrates innovation and tradition in every bottle.
WINE 101 | The Rise of SA Cinsault
From Swartland roots to Paarl innovations: Jorrie du Plessis' winemaking journey
FEATURE | Real-life muse behind Kelders van Geheime's Soetbatskloof: The historical Plaisir Estate
For moms, by moms: A selection of Mother's Day wines
Travel
Fly Smart: How to Dodge hidden fees and choose the right airline for domestic flights
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Learn the true cost of 'cheap' tickets and how to avoid last-minute add-ons with this guide to cost-effective domestic travel.
Self-catering in a private reserve? These three Timbavati lodges offer the best of both worlds
Fish River Canyon hikers struggling with limited water, but NWR says 2024 trips should go ahead
London return for under R10K? Secrets to snagging affordable flights to Europe's cheap(er) cities
Sun City's popular Valley of Waves water resort closes for annual maintenance
Food
Renter-friendly kitchen renovations
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This South African restaurant cracks the World's 100 Best List for the fourth year running
The art of slow living at Eat Out star restaurant Madré in Stanford
13 flaky, crispy and buttery pie recipes your family will love
How to up your rice game – simple steps that make the biggest difference
City Press
Zille dismisses Maimane's book as 'work of fiction', compares his 'victimhood' to that of Zuma
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DA federal chairperson Helen Zille said former president Jacob Zuma has perfected the art of presenting himself as a victim, which is part of his appeal, since South...
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IEC assures transparent voting process as the big election day approaches
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Careers24
Navigating the Waters: How to Manage a Difficult Boss
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Unmasking the Surprising Earning Potential of Blue-Collar Work in South Africa
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Property24
Coastal property prices are rising faster than inland areas, while Gauteng housing market rebounds
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