National News

EWN

Newton to host memorial service for ProKid

16 Aug 2018 - 09:57:57

The 37-year-old died last week after suffering a severe seizure. Source

National News

EWN

FW de Klerk Foundation: Probe claims made in 'The lost boys of Bird Island'

16 Aug 2018 - 09:54:23

Chairperson of the foundation, Dave Stewart, says that like any serious crime, the allegations made by Mark Minnie and co-author Chris Steyn must be probed. Source

National News

News24

Convicted murderer Martin Visser granted leave to appeal

16 Aug 2018 - 09:31:21

Lutzville farmer and convicted murderer Martin Visser has been granted leave to appeal his conviction and sentence in the Western Cape High Court sitting in Vredendal. Source

National News

EWN

Santaco: We won't give up fight to end taxi violence

16 Aug 2018 - 09:25:17

The national taxi council briefed Parliament's Police Portfolio Committee on Thursday on taxi-related crimes that have plagued the sector. Source

National News

News24

Patriotic Alliance fallout with EFF could save Trollip

16 Aug 2018 - 09:14:48

The Patriotic Alliance has announced that it will not be supporting the opposition coalition's bid to get rid of Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Athol Trollip after a fallout with the EFF over the PA's mayoral candidate. Source

National News

EWN

ANC confident no confidence motion against NMB Mayor Athol Trollip will pass

16 Aug 2018 - 08:56:17

The ANC, EFF, UDM, AIC and PA are ganging up against Athol Trollip yet again to get him and Jonathan Lawack out. Source

Business & Finance

IOL Business

Cosatu pushes Parliament to pass PIC Bill before year-end

16 Aug 2018 - 09:00:00

Cosatu’s parliamentary co-ordinator Matthew Parks urges Parliament to pass the bill before it concluded its work in November. Source

Business & Finance

IOL Business

Emira continues emigration from the office sector

16 Aug 2018 - 08:45:00

Emira sold 13 properties that were either deemed non-core, under-performing or posing excessive risk for a total of R530.6m in the year to June. Source

Business & Finance

IOL Business

Transnet bigwigs face suspension

16 Aug 2018 - 08:15:00

The chief executive of South Africa’s Transnet and two other senior officials have been told they will be suspended. Source

Africa

AllAfrica

Liberia:Weah Meets Opposition Today

16 Aug 2018 - 09:45:04

[New Dawn] President George Weah and opposition parties are due to meet here today, 16 August based on the president's request to promote the spirit of national unity and political tolerance between government and the opposition. Source

Africa

AllAfrica

Nigeria:Victor Moses Retires From Super Eagles At 27

16 Aug 2018 - 09:41:06

[This Day] Nigeria's Victor Moses has announced his retirement from international football at the age of 27. Source

Africa

AllAfrica

Kenya:UK's Theresa May to Visit on August 30

16 Aug 2018 - 09:32:42

[Capital FM] Nairobi -British Prime Minister Theresa May is expected in the country on August 30, in her first visit to Africa since taking over from David Cameron in July 2016. Source

Sport

Sport24

Gibson opens up on Proteas' spin woes

16 Aug 2018 - 09:57:41

Proteas coach Ottis Gibson has opened up on his side's troubles against spin bowling on their Sri Lankan tour. Source

Sport

Sport24

Former NRL bad boy banned for 10 years

16 Aug 2018 - 08:53:18

Former Australian rugby league international John Hopoate has been banned from the sport for 10 years over a fight in a minor grade match. Source

Sport

Sport24

Hunt labels Domingo's lack of Bafana caps a disgrace

16 Aug 2018 - 08:46:03

Bidvest Wits coach Gavin Hunt believes attacking midfielder Haashim Domingo deserves to be selected for Bafana Bafana due to his massive quality. Source

Sci/Tech

News24 Sci Tech

Manyi: Afrotone Media thriving despite 'not getting much' from government

15 Aug 2018 - 12:14:10

Mzwanele Manyi says "media outlets" spread a narrative which "vilified and delegitimised black owned businesses". Source

Sci/Tech

News24 Sci Tech

Twitter and Amazon want to bring you more sports

15 Aug 2018 - 05:15:01

Amazon.com and Twitter are exploring ways to bring more sports content to customers - including personalised notifications of live events - seeking to lure a larger number of viewers in the age of cord-cutting. Source

Sci/Tech

News24 Sci Tech

Bitcoin drops below $6 000 as almost every cryptocurrency sinks

14 Aug 2018 - 11:45:42

Bitcoin has dropped below $6 000 and dozens of smaller digital tokens tumbled as this month’s selloff in cryptocurrencies showed few signs of letting up. Source

World

BBC World

Libyan court sentences 45 to death over 2011 killings

16 Aug 2018 - 00:03:44

The Justice Ministry announces says 45 Gaddafi-era militiamen will be executed for 2011 killings. Source

World

BBC World

India's Carnatic musicians threatened over Christian hymns

15 Aug 2018 - 23:31:53

Right-wing groups are targeting Carnatic musicians for singing Christian hymns in southern India. Source

World

BBC World

Lula registered as Brazil presidency candidate

15 Aug 2018 - 23:28:42

It is still unlikely that the former Brazilian president will be allowed to run from prison. Source

Motoring

Wheels24

SA car sales heroes: Hyundai becomes a powerhouse, Bentley’s an SUV business now in Mzansi

16 Aug 2018 - 09:15:46

From Hyundai becoming increasingly popular to Bentley selling more of its new Bentayga SUV than any other model in its line-up, Lance Branquinho looks at some car sales heroes in South Africa. Source

Motoring

Wheels24

ICYMI: Fernando Alonso retires from F1, a road-legal 'tank'' you can buy - top stories of the week so far

16 Aug 2018 - 08:24:03

Fernando Alonso stunned the F1 world as he announced his retirement from the Sport. Check out these top motoring stories you shouldn't miss. Source

Motoring

Wheels24

WATCH: New BMW 3 Series undergoes endurance testing at the 'Green Hell'

16 Aug 2018 - 07:36:40

The new BMW 3 Series sedan is undergoing driving-dynamics testing at Germany's legendary Nürburgring track. Source

Health

Health24

When does caffeine become harmful?

16 Aug 2018 - 09:00:09

There are many benefits to regular coffee consumption. However, too much coffee can put your health at risk. Source

Health

Health24

SEE: How to reduce your blood pressure

15 Aug 2018 - 19:00:05

High blood pressure may cause heart disease and stroke. Fortunately there are various ways to reduce your blood pressure. Source

Health

Health24

One blood test might be enough to diagnose diabetes

15 Aug 2018 - 16:00:04

Currently, two blood tests are used to diagnose diabetes, which may be expensive or burdensome for some patients. Source