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Today’s stories
- RONWEN WILLIAMS | We are back ... the spirit of the World Cup burns bright in SASouth Africa's national football team, Bafana Bafana, is preparing to return to the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a 16-year absence, aiming to reignite national pride and hope through their participation.
- EDITORIAL | Bafana can give SA something to celebrate: 63-million of us are willing them to do so
- Norris quickest in second Barcelona-Catalunya GP practice
- Dembélé says criticism of France captain Mbappé has gone too farOusmane Dembélé criticized excessive criticism of Kylian Mbappé, defending his leadership and character as France prepares for the World Cup.
- Picket held to seek justice for Gcina DhladhlaEFF members picketed Cartrack offices demanding accountability for Gcina Dhladhla's death and support for her child, while her family struggles to arrange her funeral.
- BREAKING | Ramaphosa applies for urgent interdict against parliament impeachment processPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has filed a court application to halt parliament's impeachment process against him, seeking an urgent interdict to suspend the inquiry while a legal review is pending.
- Trump says Iran’s leaked deal terms are untrueUS President Donald Trump denied Iran's leaked deal terms, claiming they do not reflect the actual agreement, while a senior US official described the pact as 'performance-based' with Iran's assets unfrozen only after fulfilling terms. Iran's version of the deal includes immediate release of part of frozen assets and no changes to its nuclear program, while the US official stated Iran's nuclear material would be destroyed and program dismantled.
- Proteas have more self-belief, says skipper WolvaardtSouth Africa's cricket captain Laura Wolvaardt says the team has more self-belief as T20 World Cup contenders, facing Australia in their opening match with mixed team selections including recalled players. Australia is not the outright favorite but has experienced players.
- Trio sentenced to life imprisonment for contract killingThree men were sentenced to life imprisonment for the contract killing of a Pakistani businessman, Mamun Hosain, in South Africa. The trio was convicted of murder, unlawful possession of a firearm, and ammunition, with evidence indicating they were hired by another Pakistani national.
- US prepare for tough opener against Paraguay, Canada ready to embrace World Cup pressureUS and Canada prepare for World Cup matches with high expectations, facing challenges from Paraguay and Bosnia & Herzegovina respectively, while Canada deals with player injuries but remains confident.
- Scientists decipher ancient origins of the Euphrates RiverScientists used seismic data to trace the Euphrates River's origins to a merger of two ancient rivers 3.6-1.6 million years ago, driven by tectonic activity in Türkiye.
- EXPLAINER | This is why AI cannot replace human creativity in the music industryAI-generated music is influencing South Africa's music industry, but questions about ownership, royalties, and authenticity remain unresolved, with radio stations cautious about airing fully AI-created tracks.
- Russell fastest in first Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix practiceGeorge Russell was fastest in first practice for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, while teammate Kimi Antonelli sat out the session with reserve driver Frederik Vesti taking his place. Other reserve drivers also participated in the session.
- ‘Smiling Assassin’ Gerda Steyn confident of clinching her fifth Comrades winGerda Steyn expresses confidence in winning her fifth Comrades Marathon title if injury-free, facing competition from other runners.
- Tech executives to attend G7 summit as leaders address AI, online safetyTech executives will attend the G7 summit to discuss AI, online safety, and economic challenges with world leaders.