Tennessee execution of Christa Pike reportedly fails, lawyers say
The execution of Tennessee death-row inmate Christa Pike has reportedly failed after authorities administered lethal injections, with witnesses saying she appeared to remain alive.
Sixth charge added against suspended police general Shadrack Sibiya
Prosecutors have added a sixth charge against suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya.
Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Portugal camp after being told he would not start against Denmark
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has left the national team’s training camp in Denmark after coach Jorge Jesus confirmed that the veteran forward would not start Thursday’s Nations League clash against Denmark.
Japan performs world-first heart surgery using iPS-derived muscle cell sheets
A hospital in Japan has performed what is being described as the world’s first surgery using commercially available sheets of heart muscle cells derived from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells).
Class of 2026 urged to prepare for matric exams while prioritising wellbeing
With the 2026 National Senior Certificate examinations fast approaching, the Department of Basic Education is urging matric learners to remain focused on their studies while prioritising their health and wellbeing.
University of Fort Hare shortens suspended vice-chancellor’s notice period
The University of Fort Hare’s Council has reversed its earlier decision and agreed to shorten the notice period of suspended Vice-Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu.
Petrol price could rise by almost R3 a litre next week
South African motorists could face another sharp increase in fuel prices next week, with petrol potentially rising by around R3 a litre.
SAWS issues Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms across parts of the northern and eastern regions of the country.
Two killed, one wounded in taxi shooting in Cape Town
Two men have been shot and killed and another person wounded in a shooting targeting a taxi in Wynberg, Cape Town.
SASSA reviews November grant payment dates ahead of elections
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is reviewing its November social grant payment schedule after the planned dates coincided with the local government elections.
Ramaphosa vows Ekurhuleni women's murder cases will not go cold
President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured the families of women murdered in Ekurhuleni that authorities will continue investigating the cases and will not allow them to go cold.
Extradition proceedings begin for UK murder suspect Ndodana Tshuma
Formal extradition proceedings against 45-year-old fugitive Ndodana Tshuma are set to begin in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.
Dimpane defends SAPS response to gender-based violence and femicide
Acting National Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane has defended the South African Police Service’s response to gender-based violence and femicide, while acknowledging ongoing challenges within the institution.
Men called to march against GBVF in national day of action
Men are being urged to take a stand against gender-based violence and femicide as civic organisation March and March prepares to hold a national day of action on Wednesday.
Suspect arrested after allegedly jumping into N2 traffic while fleeing police
A man wanted in connection with the murder of his wife has been arrested in Lamontville after allegedly attempting to evade police by running into traffic on the N2.
Ramaphosa to address nation on government plans to tackle gender-based violence
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation on Tuesday on government’s plans to tackle gender-based violence and femicide.
Ekurhuleni EMS on high alert as severe thunderstorms forecast
The City of Ekurhuleni Emergency Services says it will remain on high alert following a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms issued for Gauteng.
Modern Warfare 4 to make major change to Double XP tokens
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is introducing a long-requested quality-of-life change to the way Double XP tokens work.
Pochettino says Manchester City verdict raises questions over sporting fairness
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says the Premier League has gone through a period of “deception” following Manchester City’s finding of guilt on the majority of financial rule charges brought against the club.
Russell holds off Verstappen to win dramatic Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Mercedes’ George Russell held off a late charge from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen to claim victory in a dramatic Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Leadership shake-up at major retailers as competition intensifies
Three of South Africa’s major retailers are turning to new leadership as they seek to revive growth and accelerate turnaround strategies amid increasing competition in the country’s consumer market.
KZN parties sign Electoral Code of Conduct ahead of November elections
Political parties and independent candidates contesting KwaZulu-Natal’s November local government elections are signing the National Electoral Code of Conduct in Durban on Tuesday.
Informant demands protection after identity disclosed at Madlanga Commission
An informant has asked the Madlanga Commission for protection guarantees after his identity was disclosed during Monday’s public hearings.
US and Iran hold separate talks with mediators in renewed ceasefire effort
The United States and Iran have held separate discussions with mediators as diplomatic efforts intensify to end the seven-month war between the two countries.