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Search for 11 missing Cape Town fisherman called off
Good News: Shining a light on the bold, brave, glass-half-full people keeping SA going
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Business
SA rides a wave of investor cash before the election
The most pivotal South African election in decades is already turning the tide of the country’s financial markets.
Deal with Russia's Gazprombank to fix Mossel Bay refinery moves to feasibility stage
Implats concludes R9bn empowerment deal following RBPlats acquisition
Sanctioned Russian tankers now bear landlocked Eswatini's flag
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Sport
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SA Rugby's Strategic Transformation Development Plan 2030 doesn't make for excellent transformation reading.
'I'm closer to leaving than staying': Pep casts doubt over long-term Man City future
Dean Burmester flies SA flag at PGA Championship, but country's major golf drought continues
Lungani Zama | Cheers Jurgen, and thanks for the memories
'That's Max for you!' Verstappen praised for withstanding 'massive pressure' to win Imola epic
Entertainment
Royal return: King Charles to commemorate WWII heroes in France in first trip amid health battle
King Charles III is to make his first overseas trip since being diagnosed with cancer at an event to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs apologises after video shows him assaulting partner
Denmark's King Fredrick and Queen Mary celebrate 20 years together
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World
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DEVELOPING | Hamas mourns Iran president Raisi, says supported the group against Israel
Israel and Hamas have been at war for seven months.
Taiwan's new President calls on China to stop its threats, China says he's a threat to peace
UPDATE | Iran's Supreme Leader approves Mokhber as interim president, declares 5 days mourning
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Royal return: King Charles to commemorate WWII heroes in France in first trip amid health battle
Africa
Fringe DRC politician killed in foiled coup attempt – US business partner arrested
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Fighters 'put out of action': Democratic Republic of Congo army says it stopped attempted coup
Rwanda deports senior Human Rights Watch researcher
Ex-con tenderpreneur now owns exiled Zimbabwean police chief's R130m house
Zimbabwe unleashes police, intelligence services on people rejecting new ZiG currency
Arts + Culture
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Global Citizen 2024: 'Message Architect' Thami Nkadimeng leads SA's voice across the world
Relationships
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Motoring
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BYD goes Toyota Hilux hunting with new Shark double cab bakkie
Wellness
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Books
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AS IT HAPPENED | Franschhoek Lit Fest: Ex-Bok Malotana calls for unity for true transformation in SA
The Franschhoek Literary Festival is back with a bang, offering book lovers and culture enthusiasts an extraordinary weekend of literary delights from 17 to 19 May 2024.
Franschhoek Literary Festival: Something for everyone and then some
David Walliams reads at Franschhoek school as learners put their literary knowledge to the test
International Booker Prize 2024: Six expert reviews of the shortlisted books
Books, beats, and theatre: Franschhoek Festival brings joy and learning to local schools
Wine
WINE 101 | The Rise of SA Cinsault
Did you know that Tassenberg was a blend founded on 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
WINE DINING | Farm to table: The legacy of Winshaw Vineyard's storied past
Travel
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Private reserves don't always mean expensive all-inclusive packages - these self-catering options provide 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
Paarl's secret paradise: Brookdale Estate's transformation from overgrown farm to wine wonderland
Food
A blend of Asian elegance and modern restaurant design at The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse
Multi uses for honey on World Bee Day
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City Press
Free State Sport MEC's head on the chopping block following feud with Premier Mxolisi Dukwana
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Bogus teacher who failed matric four times pocketed over R1m salary
Big legal battle ahead over NHI
High alert! Police ramp up security measures to prevent unrest, violence ahead of elections
Alleged nepotism as SA navy officer course is delayed to accommodate admirals' sons
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